I Always Feel My Chicest With a Pedicure—6 Colours I’m Considering for August

Can you believe that it's already August? I don't know where this summer is going, but I'm determined to get the most out of my warm-weather wardrobe before the season is over. Yes, I'll be wearing all of my best sandals on rotation as long as I can, which means it's time to choose a trending pedicure colour for my upcoming appointment.

I'm ashamed to admit that I've had the same nail polish on my toes for quite a while now, so they are definitely in need of some TLC. As we transition into a new month, I've been eager to research August's pedicure colours of choice, and it seems that this month is all about going back to basics with elegant and timeless shades.

As someone who researches pedicure trends daily, I've spent the last week analysing all of the classic hues that the fashion set can't get enough of, and have rounded up the best August pedicure looks below. So, what are you waiting for? Keep on scrolling to get all the inspo you need before your next pamper sesh...

The 6 Top August Pedicure Colours to Try

1. Black

First up, it seems that the fashion set can't get enough of the black pedicure trend this season. I know this darker shade seems like an unlikely choice for the summer months, but in my opinion, it actually looks incredibly chic. Especially when paired with a monochrome outfit like above.

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2. Milky Lavender

If you do fancy a pop of colour this August, then it seems as if softer shades are the way to go. My shade of choice? This milky lavender hue that I spotted on none other than celebrity fashion stylist, @melissaswardrobe. I mean, how amazing does it look paired with cream sandals? So chic.

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3. Taupe

A neutral nail polish colour that I feel like doesn't get spoken about enough is taupe. In my opinion, this timeless hue can look incredibly elegant, especially during the summer months when paired with bright colours and prints. It seems that I'm not the only one who thinks this, as I've spotted this pedicure shade on Instagram a lot more this month.

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4. French Tips

I know I talk about the French pedicure trend all the time, but it really is a classic look, and it shows no signs of slowing down this August. In fact, I predict that this trend will remain in style for many months thanks to the minimal design and polished finish.

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5. Soft White

The milky nail trend was huge at the start of summer, and this August, it seems that the fashion set are still favouring those soft white shades on their toes. Pair this pedicure trend with a cream and black outfit like the one above for even more of a fashion statement.

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6. Natural

Any low-maintenance gals out there will be delighted to hear that enhancing your natural nails is a big trend for the month of August. Forget fancy polishes, as now is the time to invest in a good nail file and cuticle oil in order to keep your nails looking (and feeling) as healthy as possible.

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