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Think about it, simple nails are kinda like the foundation of what we love so much about getting our nails done. They’re basically those simple nail designs that’ll make you feel elegant without having to do too much, and they’re those nail designs that you know, no matter what will always look good.
As much as I love a creative, bold nail design, there are times when I just want a simple manicure and I know a lot of us get that feeling. Especially with how these days there are so many options for what you can do with a manicure. There are so many nail designs you can try that it can get overwhelming. That’s why simple nails are such a comfort, they will never disappoint you if you decide to try one out. Think about it, when have you ever gone wrong with a simple nude almond set or a classic french manicure?
It’s kinda obvious that if you want a simple manicure that shouldn’t do much with your nail designs. But with that said it doesn’t mean your manicures have to be boring! The key is choosing the right colors, the right designs that will keep your nails looking elegant and minimal. Some great colors that look good with minimal nail art, are pinks and browns, basically any neutral or natural color will look so good!
If you want to keep your manicure looking simple, minimal and elegant then it’s so important to stick to minimal nail art, things that are simple but cute, you know like a classic french tip or a glazed manicure. There’s honestly so much you can do while still keeping things elegant and clean and this post showcases that!
45 Simple Nails for an Elegant & Minimal Manicure
1. Short French Tip Nails
![Short French Tip Nails](https://i0.wp.com/maytheray.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/simple-minimalist-nail-designs-1.jpg?w=600&ssl=1)
2. White Side French Tip Nails
![White Side French Tips](https://i0.wp.com/maytheray.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/simple-minimalist-nail-designs-3-1.jpg?w=601&ssl=1)
3. Pink Blush Nails
![Pink Blush Nails](https://i0.wp.com/maytheray.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/simple-minimalist-nail-designs-27.jpg?w=600&ssl=1)
4. White Swirly Nails
![White Swirly Nails](https://i0.wp.com/maytheray.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/simple-minimalist-nail-designs-1-2.jpg?w=600&ssl=1)
5. Yellow Moon Nails
![Yellow Moon Nails](https://i0.wp.com/maytheray.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/simple-minimalist-nail-designs-13-1.jpg?w=600&ssl=1)
6. French Fade Nails
![French Fade Nails](https://i0.wp.com/maytheray.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/simple-minimalist-nail-designs-2-1.jpg?w=600&ssl=1)
7. Straight Black French Tips
![Straight Black French Tips](https://i0.wp.com/maytheray.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/simple-minimalist-nail-designs-33.jpg?w=600&ssl=1)
8. White Chrome Nails
![White Chrome Nails](https://i0.wp.com/maytheray.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/simple-minimalist-nail-designs-31-edited.jpg?w=600&ssl=1)
9. Solid Pink Swirly Nails
![Solid Pink Swirly Nails](https://i0.wp.com/maytheray.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/simple-minimalist-nail-designs-28.jpg?resize=600%2C600&ssl=1)
10. Nude Nails with Hot Pink Dot
![Nude Nails with Hot Pink Dot](https://i0.wp.com/maytheray.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/simple-minimalist-nail-designs-26.jpg?w=600&ssl=1)
11. Red French Tip Nails
![Red French Tip Nails](https://i0.wp.com/maytheray.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/simple-minimalist-nail-designs-4-1.jpg?resize=600%2C600&ssl=1)
12. Short Nails with White Swirls
![Short Nails with White Swirls](https://i0.wp.com/maytheray.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/simple-minimalist-nail-designs-19-1.jpg?w=600&ssl=1)
13. Gold Tip Nails
![Gold Tip Nails](https://i0.wp.com/maytheray.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/simple-minimalist-nail-designs-18-1.jpg?w=600&ssl=1)
14. Pink Chrome Nails
![Pink Chrome Nails](https://i0.wp.com/maytheray.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/simple-minimalist-nail-designs-29.jpg?w=600&ssl=1)
15. Gold Glitter Tip Nails
![Gold Glitter Tip Nails](https://i0.wp.com/maytheray.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/simple-minimalist-nail-designs-11-1.jpg?w=600&ssl=1)
16. Sheer Coffin Shaped Nude Nails
![Sheer Coffin Shaped Nude Nails](https://i0.wp.com/maytheray.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/simple-minimalist-nail-designs-21.jpg?w=600&ssl=1)
17. Classic French Tips
![Classic French Tips](https://i0.wp.com/maytheray.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/simple-minimalist-nail-designs-16-1.jpg?w=600&ssl=1)
18. Pretty Pink Short Square Nails
![Pink Short Square Nails](https://i0.wp.com/maytheray.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/simple-minimalist-nail-designs-20-1.jpg?w=600&ssl=1)
19. French Fade Nails with Gems
![French Fade Nails with Gems](https://i0.wp.com/maytheray.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/simple-minimalist-nail-designs-6-1.jpg?w=600&ssl=1)
20. Solid Blue Swirly Nails
![Solid Blue Swirly Nails](https://i0.wp.com/maytheray.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/simple-minimalist-nail-designs-7-1.jpg?w=600&ssl=1)
21. Glittery Black French Nails
![Glittery Black French Nails](https://i0.wp.com/maytheray.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/simple-minimalist-nail-designs-8-1.jpg?w=600&ssl=1)
22. Brown Neutral Gradient Nails
![Brown Neutral Gradient Nails](https://i0.wp.com/maytheray.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/simple-minimalist-nail-designs-9-1.jpg?w=600&ssl=1)
23. Red and Gold Side French Nails
![Red and Gold Side French Nails](https://i0.wp.com/maytheray.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/simple-minimalist-nail-designs-10-1.jpg?w=600&ssl=1)
24. Nude Almond Nails
![Nude Almond Nails](https://i0.wp.com/maytheray.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/simple-minimalist-nail-designs-12-1.jpg?w=600&ssl=1)
25. Reverse French Manicure
![Reverse French Manicure](https://i0.wp.com/maytheray.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/simple-minimalist-nail-designs-14-1.jpg?w=600&ssl=1)
26. Gold and Peach Side French Manicure
![Gold and Peach Side French Manicure](https://i0.wp.com/maytheray.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/simple-minimalist-nail-designs-15-1.jpg?w=600&ssl=1)
27. Glazed Donut French Tip Nails
![Glazed Donut French Tip Nails](https://i0.wp.com/maytheray.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/simple-minimalist-nail-designs-32.jpg?w=600&ssl=1)
28. Glazed Cream Nails
![Glazed Cream Nails](https://i0.wp.com/maytheray.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/simple-minimalist-nail-designs-22.jpg?w=600&ssl=1)
29. Electric Blue Short Square Nails
![Electric Blue Short Square Nails](https://i0.wp.com/maytheray.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/simple-minimalist-nail-designs-23.jpg?w=600&ssl=1)
30. Black Nails Manicure with French Tip and Reverse French Tip Nails
![Black Nails Manicure with French Tip and Reverse French Tip Nails](https://i0.wp.com/maytheray.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/simple-minimalist-nail-designs-24.jpg?resize=600%2C600&ssl=1)
31. Purple Ombre Nails
![Purple Ombre Nails](https://i0.wp.com/maytheray.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/simple-minimalist-nail-designs-25.jpg?w=600&ssl=1)
32. Pink Outline French Tip Nails
![Pink Outline French Tip Nails](https://i0.wp.com/maytheray.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/simple-minimalist-nail-designs-30.jpg?w=600&ssl=1)
33. V-Shaped French Nails
![V-Shaped French Nails](https://i0.wp.com/maytheray.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/simple-minimalist-nail-designs-17-1.jpg?w=600&ssl=1)
34. Lilac Nails with Black Dots
![Lilac Nails with Black Dots](https://i0.wp.com/maytheray.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/simple-minimalist-nail-designs-5-1.jpg?w=600&ssl=1)
35. Pink Swirl Nails
![Pink Swirl Nails](https://i0.wp.com/maytheray.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/simple-nails.jpg?w=600&ssl=1)
36. Black Side French Nails with Silver Outline
![Black Side French Nails with Silver Outline](https://i0.wp.com/maytheray.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/simple-nails-1.jpg?w=600&ssl=1)
37. Coral Nails with Little Daisy Nail Art
![Coral Nails with Little Daisy Nail Art](https://i0.wp.com/maytheray.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/simple-nails-2.jpg?w=600&ssl=1)
38. Nude Jelly Nails with Glitter
![Nude Jelly Nails with Glitter](https://i0.wp.com/maytheray.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Nude-Gelly-Nails-with-Glitter.jpg?w=600&ssl=1)
39. Yellow Manicure with Two French Tipped Nails
![Yellow Manicure with Two French Tipped Nails](https://i0.wp.com/maytheray.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/simple-nails-3.jpg?w=600&ssl=1)
40. Milky White Almond Nails
![Milky White Almond Nails](https://i0.wp.com/maytheray.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/simple-nails.jpeg?w=600&ssl=1)
41. Pink to White Ombre Nails with Single Gems
![Pink to White Ombre Nails with Single Gems](https://i0.wp.com/maytheray.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Simple-Nails-4.jpg?w=600&ssl=1)
42. Purple to White Ombre Nails
![Purple to White Ombre Nails](https://i0.wp.com/maytheray.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Purple-to-White-Ombre-Nails.jpg?w=600&ssl=1)
43. White and Gold Swirl Nails
![White and Gold Swirl Nails](https://i0.wp.com/maytheray.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/white-and-gold-swirl-nails.jpg?w=600&ssl=1)
44. Nude Nails with Cuticle Gems
![Nude Nails with Cuticle Gems](https://i0.wp.com/maytheray.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Nude-Nails-with-Cuticle-Gems.jpg?w=600&ssl=1)
45. Black and White V Tips
![Black and White V Tips](https://i0.wp.com/maytheray.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Black-and-White-V-Tips.jpg?w=600&ssl=1)
46. Brown French Nails
![](https://i0.wp.com/maytheray.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Brown-French-Nails.jpg?resize=603%2C754&ssl=1)