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Well, there’s nothing quite as challenging as choosing our nail color—except, maybe, narrowing down blue nail designs. Whether you’re drawn to soft baby blue tones, daring neon shades, or intricate designs like glitter-tipped or acrylics. Some of these designs are so simple you could easily recreate them at home, while others will definitely require a salon appointment. We’ve scoured Instagram to find the finest designs. So, if you’re in need of some fresh ideas, find the best blue nail ideas and designs to try for your next manicure below.
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Quartz-inspired Nails
Quartz-inspired nails are the great way to bring a touch of class to your synth wave vibe.
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Classic French Manicure
One thing is for sure —you can never go wrong with a french manicure. This airy shade brings a modern update to timeless nail look.
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Shrimp Cocktail Nails
Obsessed with these electric blue shrimp cocktail nails that are giving total quirky-chiic vibes.
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Marble Nails
Switch up your classic monochrome marble nails.
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Full On Cow Print Nails
Dive into the trend with a full-on cow print manicure.
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Squiggle Nails
For a playful twist on classic nail tips, try these blue squiggle designs. Sure, they might call for a trip to the salon or some seriously steady hands, but the bold, wavy finish makes it totally worth it.
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Floral Accents Nails
Nails blooming with elegance, right this way. These delicate blue floral accents on a crisp white base strike the right balance of glam and sophistication.
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Poolside Effect Nails
The classic pool effect vibes meet electric blue for a design that’s equal parts bold and refreshing.
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Water Color Line Art Inspire Nails
We love the dreamy blend of watercolor hues and intricate line art in this beautifully artistic design.
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Beach Effect Nails
What better way to channel vacation vibes than with a beach-effect nail design? This look is refreshing and dreamy all at once.
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Matte Valentine Nails
The matte finish adds a contemporary edge to this romantic heart design.
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Bridgerton Inspired Design Nails
If you adore intricate nail art, may I suggest taking this Bridgerton-inspired design—complete with delicate tree branch details and soft pastel hues—as your next mani appointment inspo?
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Metallic Half Moons Nails
Use a fine nail brush to create sleek metallic blue half-moons over a clean, neutral base.
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Mix and Match
We’re fully embracing the mix-and-match nail trend, and this blue combination is a standout.
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Holographic Sparkle Nails
We love a deep holographic blue that brings a Chiic vibe to your nails, and chances are, you will too. With its rich shade, shimmer, and holographic sparkle, this look is anything but ordinary.
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Foil Swipes Nails
Not quite silver, this metallic ice blue with little foil swipes will make sure your nails steal the show.
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Happy Face Nails
Brighten your day with this cheerful happy face nail design.
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Minimalist Strikes Nails
Minimalist nail art—like these delicate strikes featuring two shades of blue—is a simple yet stunning choice.
