We’re Still Spotting Polka Dot Nails

The playful print is still going strong, especially on fingertips. It’s an easy summer-to-fall update.

Polka dots made their big comeback in 2025, popping up everywhere from fashion and accessories to nails. A year later, the playful pattern is still going strong—and it’s shaping up to be a major fall trend. That makes a polka dot mani in September an easy way to transition your look from summer to fall. Need some inspo? Here are some of our favorite dotted designs from Long Island nail techs.

@therealkriskiss, @couturenailstudio

@cassprostudios

@viki_von_b_beauty

@thenailwitch.destiny

@iitsznailtime

@doneebylex

For more nail inspo from local nail professionals, look for #manimonday on Mondays on @prettylocal.li on Instagram. Images are meant to be inspirational. Please do your due diligence before booking a new beauty provider.