Elegant styles for short nails, long nails, your collection of nail polishes to DIY your favorite designs at home, the relaxation begins. Virtually nothing can interfere with these moments of pure bliss. That is unless you can’t think of what to get this time. That’s where our list of simple and cute nail designs comes in.
Black and White
Classic black and white will always make your nails look chic and sophisticated. These abstract white bands placed over a black French tip accomplish just that.
Wavy Smiley Faces
With a few squiggles of your brush and strategically placed dots, you can achieve these animated smileys.
Glitter Cuffs
A little glitter goes a long way. This single line of glitter placed at the base of the nail makes for a fun and fresh design.
Chrome and Pearls
Chrome topped with pearl accents is the way to go if you’re looking for an It-girl take on the Hailey Bieber “glazed donut nails” trend.
Blue Waves
Make a splash with this innovative design. Simply swirl together blue and white polish shades on a plate or palette and gently lay them onto a nude base for a crashing wave effect.
Matte French
While French tips always achieve a classic look, that can be easily elevated with the introduction of a bright color and matte top coat.
Single Dot
Use a dotting tool to create a single dot at the base of each nail. Think of it as an uncomplicated way to add subtle embellishment to your go-to baby pink mani.
Ombre Glitter
Start with a bead of glitter polish and slowly dab it down the center of your nail to create an ombre effect. Use this technique over a bare nail or a nude base.
Tri-Color Tips
When you can’t choose just one color, pick three. Whether you decide on complementary hues, as shown here, or prefer vibrant contrasting colors, you can’t really go wrong.
Marble Nails
Swirling a few white lines into a light pink base makes for a classy marbled design.