Neon nails are back for summer

If you remember anything about last summer—the elusive season that this year continues to tease, but just won’t commit—bare feet and brightly painted toes likely factor into whatever beachfront montage you’re currently summoning. Just as familiar, for us at least, are vivid images of Essie’s white-capped, square glass bottles of limited-edition neon polishes, which we religiously toted around to pedicure appointments. Back by popular demand, the New York-based nail guru has released a whole new crop of retina-burning shades for 2009 to keep you looking forward to many happy poolside returns. This year’s offerings include Punchy Pink, an icy watermelon; Flirty Fuchsia, a fluorescent magenta; Funky Limelight, a Day-Glo yellow; and Perky Purple, an electric violet that we’ve already tapped for our next salon visit. The four-piece collection goes on matte, so you can practice for Fall’s flat-finish trend, or add a top coat for that shiny, glistening effect. Click here to properly outfit yourself for the upcoming holiday weekend.

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Photo: Courtesy of Essie

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