30 Valentines Nails Designs, Ideas and Tips from Nail Artists (2024)

It is true that valentines day colors know no boundaries. We suggest you celebrate this holiday with Essie and opt for sophisticated nails adorned with shimmering pearls. You can use each nail as a separate canvas for a delicate masterpiece. Pearly nails will radiate grace and awaken hidden feelings.

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Pearly Nails

Gothic Love Nails

Which Valentine colors do you think Lady G prefers? Our votes go for something edgy, and black stilettos spiced with glimmering hearts in the middle will help you succeed with an ideal Wednesday Addams look. Alica McNails, a nail artist from the UK, states that many people will choose to embrace their inner goths this season.

Red Aura

In case you don't know, the term aura nails covers blurred color orbs placed in the center of your nail. Usually, the sphere blends with the base color seamlessly, so there are no harsh lines. While the mixture of a nude base and red looks breathtaking.

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Red Hearts with Gold Accent

Iit is possible to recreate a masterpiece of Valentine's day nails in the safety of your home. Expert heart nail tutorial:

Start with a clear base coat.
Paint your nails in a complementing nude color.
Take a dotting tool and paint two red dots on your nail.
Take a small nail brush and drag the bottom of the dots together into a triangle to create a perfect heart shape.
Use a toothpick dipped into gold nail polish to outline your hearts with tiny gold specks.
Seal the design with a glossy top coat.

FYI: You will need a pigmented shade for the hearts, so we suggest you consider the OPI collection. At the same time, The Gel Bottle has presented a suitable gold chrome shade to introduce into your collection.

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Red Glitter

A devout nail artist, Marine advises you add to your nails perfectly glittery red nail shade, and your tips will reflect the excitement of a beating heart every time you move a finger. We assure you that even Katy Perry couldn't say no to such an exquisite manicure!

Pink Ombre

Marine suggests that pink Valentine nails deserve your undivided attention. Pink is a close relative of red. The sweet stir of love growing in you - that is the effect this matte gradient will have on those around.

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All Pink Shades

Sometimes, all it takes is just two shades of pink, a thin brush, and a steady hand to come up with such an extravagantly lovely manicure. While a matte finish makes the nail art twice as unique and captivating, you should keep in mind that it will highlight potential imperfections.

According to Glaminati experts, as you coat each finger with different shade of pink, you should dip your nail brush into a contrasting shade to add abstract blobs to the base.

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Red and White Mix

The vintage red spiced with negative space and immaculate white hearts look overly harmonious with one another. We are sure Dita von Teese wouldn't say 'no' to such a mani. However, you shouldn't limit yourself to just one shade of red when it comes to nail art. You can play around with such colors as:

Imperial red
Blood red
Brick red
Scarlet
Indian red
Maroon

China Glaze has an impressive collection of red hues from which you can choose.

Wine Cat Eye

This gorgeous design by Marine showcases a sultry elegance that the festive manicure can possess. The wildcard combo of wine red and cat eye effect indicates that love is unpredictable.

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Nature Pink French

by @mariapro.nails

According to Bryony Howell of Gels by Bry, a love-inspired French manicure will be all the rage this season. Keep in mind that peach and coral pinks go well with medium skin tones, while brighter shades look exquisite paired with darker skin colors.

Valentines Short Nails

by @thehangedit

Your February nails do not need to be extra long and possess. As you can see, Hang experimented with two tones and simple smiley accents - the universal bond of red and pink, topped with modernistic art.

Black and Red Colors

by @thehangedit

Once again, Hang Nguyen proves that February nail colors are as versatile as the season. Not only can you mix such contrasting hues as black and red in a single manicure, but you can take things further and implement an animalistic accent print into the design.

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Pink and Red Hearts

by @thehangedit

Care to make your fingertips spread sweetness, love and joy? Then, you should follow Hang Nguyen's lead! These pink and red heart nails will steal your breath away the moment you see the finished result. The detailed outline and negative space peeks make the manicure twice as unique and outstanding.

Glitter Valentines Day Nails

Glitter and Valentine's day nails make an ideal match, and no one would dare deny it. However, it is time to set the usual pinks and reds aside and give the green light to purples and lilacs. What can be more charming than a lavender glitter base coated with colorful hearts?

Polka Dots Romantic Nails

by @majamarkowicz

A classy polka dot can become a perfectly romantic pattern with as much as a change of color palette, and a few hearts dropped every here and there.

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Romantic Nails with Flowers

by @alinahoyonailartist

Most themed nail art designs are expected to intensify holiday flair. In the case of Valentine's day, we celebrate love, romance, and devotion. Flowers are surely on the list of most romantic items in the universe. Thus, coating your tips with cute pastel flowers is one way to rule the day.

Valentine's Day Nails with Hearts

It is hard to imagine Valentine's day nails without traditional symbolism added to the scene. There is a fitting option for all. No matter the preferred nail shape or length, you can make your manicure stand out.

V-Day Nails with Stamping

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A hand-painted manicure is a time-consuming operation. Thus, when every minute counts, you may want to consider lovely stamping instead. The variety of options available is merely overwhelming. Choose your favorite style and pattern, and let the holiday vibe light up everything around you.

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Love Letter

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While Valentine's Day is all about mutual love, passion, and affection, you mustn't forget that love is pure when it is genuine. Thus, as you seek the best designs for your short valentines nails, we suggest you pay attention to the retro nail design with letter on it.

Pink Coffin Nails

Barbie pink hues aren't the only choices to pick from Valentine's day is knocking on your door. You can also play around with deeper mauves and baby pinks to create a design of your dreams.

Pink Geometric Art

Still thinking about the perfect way to tell him about your feelings? Show him your new manicure, and there will be no unspoken secrets between you two left!

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Barbie Art