Choosing the perfect valentines day nails might be a lot easier than you could have imagined if you’re opened to exploring various patterns and colors. It doesn’t always have to be the classic pink and red tones but that doesn’t mean you can’t incoprotae them into your manicure.”Pinks and reds are definitely classic Valentine’s Day nail colours and are always the top choice for most clients, however, I like to switch things up now and again. I’ve experimented with black, white and neutral shades for more of a subtle look,” says manicurist Iram Shelton who name-checks OPI’s Alpine Snow, Lady In Black and Baby, Take A Vow as her go-to hues.
- Pink Shades
- Shorties Red Glitter
- Coffin Nails with Hearts
- LOVE Words
- Heart French
- Short Nails with Stones
- Untypical Acrylic Nails
Cherry Red Monochrome
Hailey Bieber is no doubt the queen of chrome manicures and her red chrome nails are among the popular ones. Aja Walton, editorial nail artist and ambassador for Essie has created a similar design to Hailey’s manicure with this cherry red monochrome design. Use Revlon and Essie’s vibrant red shades to create hot nails that speak volumes without uttering a word.
Sexy Ombre Nails
If you’re a lover of sexy nails, then be ready to go big and bold just as Cardi B’s pink ombre styled by Chaun Legend. Sally Hansen and OPI bring you a gradient of sultry shades that transition seamlessly, mirroring the intensity of your emotions. Kazani, with these nails, was able to give a visual representation of the many layers that make up love – a journey from one shade to another.
Pink Shades
Kazani, a content creator and nail artist, has repeatedly shown how creative one can be when making use of pink shades, especially during the season of love. So our editors have added this design to allow you to embrace the power of pink with a medley of shades that celebrate love in all its forms. From OPI’s soft pastels to Deborah Lippman’s bold magentas, let your nails express the multifaceted nature of your affection.
Shorties Red Glitter
Everyone loved how ecstatic Viola Davies short red manicure look paired with her afro on the red carpet. For those who believe in the magic of simplicity, short red glitter is the answer. KBShimmer and Essie’s red glitter combo adds a touch of sparkle to short nails, proving that elegance and glamour can come in small packages. Let your nails shine as bright as your love with this chic and understated design made by nail artist LuCie.
Hearts for Valentine’s Day Nails
Valentine’s Day nails are all about the hearts and it does not matter whether you like simple nail art designs or little bolder ones – we have it covered! See for yourself. But, you should never forget about what Antoine de Saint-Exupery said – “True love begins when nothing is looked for in return.”
Coffin Nails with Hearts
Danielle Bregoli long coffin pink acrylics looked just as exciting as this coffin heart nails. Make use of Eternal and Born Pretty lilac pink polish to bring your coffin nails to life with a design that blends edginess with romance. If you’re up for trying your hand at a challenging, intricate Valentine’s Day nail art project, we suggest setting aside a decent amount of time to get it just right.
Many Hearts
When it comes to cute nails for Valentine’s Day, why settle for one heart when you can have many? Paint your nails with an abundance of tiny hearts to symbolize the countless reasons you love. This design is a delightful and whimsical way to showcase the myriad emotions that love brings. If you can’t draw the tiny heart yourself, stickers and nail decals will save you a lot of time and still produce awesome results!
Love for Valentines Day Nails
When John Lennon said “All you need is love” he couldn’t be more right. That is why we suggest you express your love through every possible detail, and manicure should in no case be the exception. Be it cute pink ombre or a bold red mani – valentines day nails need ‘Love’ to be there!
LOVE Words
Let your nails spell out the most powerful emotion – LOVE. Transform each nail into a canvas for heartfelt expressions using a variety of fonts and styles. It’s a creative and personalized way to wear your heart on your fingertips. Use a soft shade of pink from Chanel or JINSoon for the base and then a contrasting color for the letters such as blue or red.
“Blues, pinks and yellows work well together or if you’re more of a minimalist and prefer something classic, try browns and nudes with black or white accents,” suggests manicurist Iram Shelton.
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Create passionate red nail designs with delicate hearts, intricate swirls, or elegant lettering spelling “I love you.” Express affection through bold and romantic patterns for a stunning, heartfelt look.
Valentine’s Hearts
If you are looking for simple valentines day nails we may have something in mind to suit your request. The thing is that a combo of blood red and a negative space heart-shaped design looks exquisite together but so easy to pull off. What is more, no one dismissed the experimentation with classics, a nice red heart-shaped tip may be something that you need to complete your look.
Heart French
Revamp the classic French manicure with a romantic twist – Heart French. We’ve countlessly seen celebrity stars wear this particular design, from Miley Cyrus’s red French manicure to Kourtney Kardashian’s sweetheart French tips. This is why nail artist Savannah is bringing these Valentines Day nails ideas back this Valentine’s season! Zoya and China Glaze’s shades add a pop of color to the traditional look, turning the tips into adorable hearts.
Red Valentine’s Day Nails
A variation of red shades is perfect for women who prefer stylish and simple manicure options. What can be more elegant and match the Valentine’s Day nails of lovers better than passionate red nails?
Red Glitter Nails
For Valentine’s Day nails, embrace the timeless allure of classic red hues. Adorn your nails with charming hearts, romantic roses, and intricate lace patterns. Red symbolizes love, passion, and warmth, making it the perfect choice for expressing affection on this special day.
Pink Valentines Day Nails
Hot pink nails will also be an excellent option for manicure by the day of all lovers. Add some sparkles to make your fingers look great.
Bright Pink Nails
It’s almost hard not to be extra when it comes to pink nails as evidenced from Cardi B’s bright pink nails full of jewels and sparkling stones. Stop the search and opt for this design if you’re looking for a manicure full of fun and flirty romance as described by nail tech, Kerri Anderson. Sally Hansen and JINSoon collaborate to bring you lively and energetic shades that demand attention.
Art with Studs Valentine’s Day Nails
In case you fear that all the simple valentines day nails are too complex for you to replicate we may have some easy nail art designs for beginners in mind. The thing is that the easiest way to decorate your nails is with the help of studs and we offer you a set of designs with heart-shaped studs that are so elegant and sweet and so simple that it will make your heart start racing with excitement.
“Love is a promise; love is a souvenir, once given never forgotten, never let it disappear.” — John Lennon.
Short Nails with Stones
Elevate your short nails with a touch of glamour using stones and embellishments. Whether it’s a single accent or a full bedazzled effect, let your nails shine as brightly as your love. Nail artist Savannah has termed this manicure a classic minimalist and a dazzling way to make a big impact with shorter nail lengths.
Big Heart for Valentine’s Day Nails
“There is no remedy for love but to love more,” Thoreau said. Express your love in every detail, let your loved one know how you feel and use your nails as the perfect canvas. A cute heart is an ideal addition even when you like your nails to look bold and daring, the combo of matte black and sparkly red is the perfect example.
Unusual Chocolate Hearts
Hailey Bieber’s chocolate glazed donut nails is such a legend in the nail industry but Kerri Anderson has shown there are other fun ways to incorporate chocolate tones in your manicure and that’s through chocolate hearts. Think of rich, decadent shades from Beetles and CND that will transform your valentines nails into delicious confections. Imagine deep, cocoa-infused hues, adorned with intricate heart patterns reminiscent of artisan chocolates.
Pulse of Love
Make sure your significant other knows that he makes your heart skip a beat every time you see him. Use these cute valentines nails ideas to your advantage. What is more, you do not need to stick to usual shades, you can always take your manicure to the next level with the help unique hues.
Kisses for Happy Valentines Day Nails
George Sand said that “There is only one happiness in life: to love and be loved” and we couldn’t agree more. These cute designs with kisses all over or just a single kiss on are more than enough to show your affection and devotion to your loved one. What do you think?
Coffins with Kisses
Enhance the allure of Valentine’s Day with long coffin nails, ideal for showcasing intricate designs. Paint them in romantic reds and pinks, adorned with delicate hearts, subtle sparkles, and elegant details, creating a captivating and stylish expression of love.
Valentines Day Nails with Cute Animals
There is so much to learn from animals. Their devotion, their care, their love is simply breath-taking and so sweet. That is why depicting two lovebirds on your nails is a way of telling the world that you are perfectly happy!
Aristotle was right – “Love is composed of a single soul inhabiting two bodies.”
Black Disney Nails
Kelly Osbourne‘s black heart nails is such an unusual design, especially during the season of romance but who says hearts always what to be pink or red? Those who love a gothic manicure can embrace dark tones together with a timeless fairytale romantic design. Pick any matte black polish of your choice from Atomic and Essie to reproduce these Disney-inspired Valentines Day nails.
Untypical Acrylic Nails
Acrylic Valentine’s Day nails are definitely not about red shades only. We think that unusual combo of gold and black is more than suitable for this holiday. That is why in case you are a fan of bolder ideas, we hope you will find your inspiration here! We think that this valentines day nails coffin shape is simply exceptional!
Animal Print
Unleash your inner wild side while still embracing the passion and intensity of the season. Animal print patterns are quite common these days as spotted on artists like Katy Perry and Iggy Azalea but we’ve revamped this nail idea to be more romantic and feminine. Consider using pink nail polish from Dior or CND to design simple animal print patterns on a nude base.
Neon Rainbow Nails
Kendall Jenner and Loren Gray amongst other celebrities no doubt have a love for anything bright and sparkly especially when it comes to their manicures. For nail artist Kerri Anderson, these bold, electrifying hues create a lively atmosphere, capturing the essence of a passionate celebration.
You can join this train of fun and excitement by injecting a burst of vibrant energy into your Valentine’s Day with Neon Rainbow Nails featuring various shades from OPI and ButterLondon.
Simple Nude Nails
Disney Show-Shake It Up stars, Zendaya and Bella Thorne have coincidentally been seen wearing attractive nude manicures which just shows the nude manicure is still very much in trend. Lovers of neutral tones are advised by our editors to use a delicate nude hue from Chanel or Dior as the backdrop, letting tiny hearts on one or two nails accentuate the beauty of simplicity.
Valentines Day Nails with Geometric Art
Holiday nail art is not the reason to step away from the trends, it is a unique possibility to combine the two. We think that the mixture of geometric art and little Valentine’s hearts looks extraordinarily gorgeous. What is more, you should never limit yourself with the choice of shades! As Khalil Gibran said – life without love is like a tree without blossoms or fruit!
Сonfetti Art
If you want to accentuate your acrylic Valentines day nails without making much effort, then simply adorn them with glitter. So that they look elegant and tasteful, apply glitter only to particular nails as an accent. Thus, you will not even have to be bothered with a special outfit, as your cute valentines day nails will instantly make you look festive.
As you can tell, there are plenty of amazing happy Valentine’s Day nails ideas that will make your manicure ready for the celebration. They are also so versatile that you will find a nail design to suit any ambiance, outfit and even mood. We hope that our nail art collection has come in handy for you with its sweet and unique ideas. If you like these nail designs, do not forget to share them and come back anytime you need a fresh and stylish idea for your next romantic manicure
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