Getting ready to graduate high school or college is a busy, busy time! It’s not surprising that some details, like your graduation nails fall through the cracks! You’re finishing up finals, planning your next chapter, figuring out what to wear on graduation day, attending parties, and so much more. So, let us help you with your manicure.

Though it may not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of graduation, just like prom, your mani plays a big role in your special day. You’re grabbing your diploma and posing for pics, turning your tassel, and tossing your graduation cap into the sky, and your grad nails are front and center for all of that!

Some graduates may choose a classic mani motif like a French manicure or a short red set, while others want to have fun with trendy bright colors or ornate nail art. If you’re still not sure what your dream graduation manicure looks like, we’ve rounded up some go-to designs and styles to get you started before you cross the stage. (And don’t forget pedicures too!)

1. Blue Floral

If you love nail art, take it to the next level on graduation day with a stunning floral-themed design in a vivid shade like Cynthia Erivo’s sapphire blue.