10 Nail Designs You Need To Try
Finding the right nail design can be a tedious process. We all know the feeling of sitting in the nail salon, flipping through hundreds of colors, designs, and shapes, and stressing over which one to pick. We are here to help alleviate that stress! These 10 nail designs will give you inspiration for your next nail appointment so you can feel confident in your design choice!
1. Sage & Flowers
This nail design is perfect for spring! Almond-shaped nails with neutral colors are all the rage right now. The flowers in the design add cute and delicate details to your nails. Of course, flowers can complement any nail color. If sage green is not in your color palette, replace it with your favorite color and use flowers to accent it!
2. Party Nail
If you do not want to spend money on an expensive manicure, this is the nail design for you! Simply paint all of your nails one color and add some sparkles or a different color to one nail. You can do this design at home or at the salon. I recommend doing this style next time you get gel nails.
3. Winter Wonderland
Everyone loves a seasonal nail design! These winter wonderland nails are perfect for the cold weather. They make me want to curl up by the fire with a cup of hot cocoa and a Hallmark Christmas movie! For gals with short fingernails, I recommend getting an almond-shaped design to make your nail look longer. This gives plenty of space for your snowflake, Christmas tree, or other wintery design!
4. Christmas Party
If you are headed to parties this holiday season, you need to try these Christmas nails! The bold red color paired with a candy cane design is sure to get you in the Christmas spirit! You can also do this style on square-shaped nails if these are too long for you.
5. Independence Nails
Continuing with the holiday designs, how cute are these independence nails?! With the red, white, and blue colors there are so many pattern options for this holiday. You can also do white nails with red stars, blue nails with white stars, or alternate the three colors. Festive nails are the perfect way to celebrate and show pride in your country!
6. Chevron Style
If you can’t tell by now, I’m kind of obsessed with almond-shaped nails. This neutral design is absolutely adorable, and I love the design on the tips! The versatility of this design makes it an obvious pick for any color combination. You can do chevron designs across your whole nail, across the tip, or across a single nail. The options are endless for this nail design!
7. So Many Stripes
This is the perfect summer nail design! The various colors remind me of tents on the beach. If you are headed to the pool or the beach this summer, you need to try this! You can also use a variety of colors to make horizontal or squiggly stripes across your nails. This nail design is the perfect way to welcome the warm summer weather!
8. Galentine’s Day
Who doesn’t love a good pink and red nail combination? These pink nails with delicate red hearts are perfect for the season of love. The soft colors make me think of a Galentine’s Day picnic with all your favorite girls. The square shape of these nails is perfect for girls with all different nail shapes. You could also get them in an almond shape with the heart at the top of your nail.
9. Color Palette
These color palette nails are perfect for any occasion! I love the nail designs that feature several neutral colors. These colors remind me of spring, but you can also do multiple shades of one color on your nails. I recommend picking colors that go with the season and experimenting with different designs! This design is easiest to do with regular or gel polish.
10. Newspaper Nails
If you haven’t tried newspaper nails yet, what are you waiting for? These nails are super trendy because you can do the design at home and make it look like they were done professionally. Simply paint a coat of white polish onto your nail and let it dry. Once your polish is dry, place a piece of newspaper over your nail. Press a cotton pad soaked in alcohol over the newspaper and put pressure on your nail for a minute. Peel the paper layers off your nail and seal with a clear top coat.
11. Tips & Tricks
Whether you are doing a manicure at home or getting professional service at a salon, you need to maintain your nail health! These tips will help you do nail designs like a pro.
Tip #1: Q-tip & Nail Polish Remover
Once your manicure is complete, you may need to clean up the edges of your nail! Dip a q-tip in nail polish remover and gently rub it around your nail bed. This will clean up your skin without ruining your design!
Tip #2: Acrylic Glue
When you put on acrylics at home, apply the glue to your nail bed and your fake nail. Put a thin layer of glue inside the artificial nail and a generous layer across your real nail. Let the glue cure for 6 seconds, and then press the acrylic onto your nail. This will help your nails to stay on longer.
Tip #3: Fixing A Smudge
If you accidentally smudge your polish, don’t freak out! Gently lick your nail to push the polish back into place. It might not taste good, but it will repair your design.
Tip #4: Sealing Your Nails
Once you complete your manicure, put some ice and cold water in a small container. Dip your hand in the container and hold it there for two minutes. This will help to seal your polish so that it stays on longer!
Tip #5: Nail Health
Your nails will not stay healthy if you do not maintain them! Try to give your nails a break between trips to the salon. Using nail oil and taking collagen will help your nails stay nice and strong.
