This summer, we're allowed to give free reign to our imagination and go as wild with color as we very well please - and I'm not talking only about our clothes and accessories. Makeup - manicure and pedicure included - is also very important, so why not add a glossy dose of color to our eyes, lips and nails and for a trendy, fashion-forward look that's bound to impress everyone, wherever we go. And if it so happens that we cannot make up or minds with regard to what nail styles are in or out, a quick look at what the stars are wearing is bound to point us ladies in the right direction. Let's see.

One style that will never go out of fashion is the classic ruby red - as demonstrated here by sizzling Latino beauty Eva Mendes. The biggest faux-pas that can upset the timeless elegance of this color is chipped nails - so experts advise us to swipe and extra dose of color across the tip of the nail to make sure no chipping whatsoever occurs. If you think red is too mature for you, you can try your hand - literally - at other bold trends, such as the neon leopard tips demonstrated here by tabloid darling Lindsay Lohan. Warm colors in hot weather give off a distinct feel of radiance and energy, which is precisely what the stylists order.

If you're feeling rather adventurous, you can go for a very visible neon orange shade on your fingertips, as demonstrated by the edgy fashionista that is Rihanna. "Bright, bold pops of color scream high-energy and attract attention. Playful shades make a statement and attitude about the carefree mind-set of summer", advises celebrity nail stylist Roxanne Valinoti, quoted by People. If you're seeking to achieve a color block effect, go for a dark shade - coffee bean brown is a good idea - as worn by Paris Hilton. When donning dark nail polish, don't forget to apply a base and a top coat for a long-lasting, chip-proof finish. Enjoy!