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50 Pink Nail Designs That Are Elevated and Exciting

Pink nails
@DISSEYNAILS

Pink is perhaps one of the most versatile colors in the cosmetic world. You can wear the shade in any modality you can imagine, but our go-to is most definitely our nails. A pink manicure knows no limits—from a classic pink-and-white French manicure to bold magenta nail art, and everything in-between. A search for pink nail designs on Instagram will serve up tons of inspo, but we managed to round up a curated edit of pretty-in-pink style nail designs. Ahead, discover 50 elevated and exciting ways to wear pink nails.

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Festive and Fun

pink nails with glitter confetti
@DISSEYNAILS

This fun pink and sparkly manicure is like a party on your nails. We love the mix of stars and sequins among the confetti glitter.

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Groovy Pink Flowers

pink french tip nails with '70s inspired flower design
@DISSEYNAILS

The most far-out aspect of this manicure isn’t the groovy white flowers with rhinestone centers but the subtle French tip design in different shades of pink.

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Pink Clouds

pink cloud design nails
@IMARNINAILS

This pinkish nude mani is so dreamy. We love how the soft white clouds accent the pale pink polish.

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Blush Aura

blush nails with white twinkle star design
@LOLO.NAILEDIT

Aura nails are totally in and we love this pink take on the trend. You can further enhance these galaxy-inspired nails by adding dainty white dots and stars.

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Pink Camo

pink camo nails
@LOLO.NAILEDIT

We’re obsessed with these pink camouflage nails. To achieve this look, start with a light base, then layer splotches of darker pinks over the top.

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Pink Yin and Yang

A subtle nod to harmony, this design sees a ballet pink glossy base coat topped with a diminutive pink yin and yang symbol.

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Pink and White with Squiggly French Tips

What’s better than a traditional pink and white French mani? A pop of hot pink, that’s what.

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Pink and Mauve Geometric Shapes

Mauve, purple, and baby pink split tone nail design
@SUNDAYS_STUDIO

Pink, white, and mauve in a geometric pattern will surely turn heads in a modern-but-chic way.

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Slanted Metallic and Pink French

Split-tone diagonal metallic and baby pink nail design
@OLIVEANDJUNE

The French manicure has taken many more modern iterations as of late, including this pink-slanted French design.

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Pink Hearts and Swirls

This romantic design is both bold and simple, pairing a nude base with detailed pink swirls and hearts over the top.

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Pastel Shades of Pink

Multi-tone pink manicure
@SUNDAYS_STUDIO

Can’t choose your favorite shade? Grab all your favorite pinks and paint one color on each nail for this ombré-adjacent style. Bonus points if you include a pop of white.

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Baby Pink and Bold Stripes

A simple, classic light pink manicure is kicked up a notch with these boldly painted stripes.

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Pink Neutrals

Multicolored neutral nails with pink undertones
@OLIVEANDJUNE

The right shade of pink can definitely work like a neutral. We love how the baby pink shown on one nail here pairs with neutrals with rosy undertones.

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Baby Pink With Red Heart Tips

Who says hearts are only for Valentine’s Day? Wear a romantic mani all year long with this pink-based, heart-tipped look.

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Pink Galaxy

Pink glittery ombre nail design
@BETINA_GOLDSTEIN

In some alternate universe, we hope the starry sky is pink rather than black. This manicure lets you embrace all the celestial vibes while seeing the world with rose-colored glasses.

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Neon Pink Gradient

Model with green eyeshadow holds bright pink multi-toned manicure to face
@BETINA_GOLDSTEIN

Gradient nails are the perfect way to wear multiple shades of your favorite color. This one focuses on bright and joyful pinks, with a single green nail to coordinate with the model’s eyeshadow.

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Pink Geode

Pink geode almond-shaped nail design
@NAIL_UNISTELLA

Crystal lovers, rejoice. This marbled pink and white geode-inspired nail art is swoon-worthy.

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Pink and Pastel Swirls

Light pink nails with multicolored pastel swirls
@CHILLHOUSE

With a neutral pink base, these multicolored pastel swirl details pop for a fun look that’s perfect for spring.

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Ombré Pink With Specks of Gold

Ombre rose-toned nude nails with gold glitter
@AMYLE.NAILS

You can never go wrong with perfectly placed gold foil, which adds the perfect amount of sparkle to this rose-toned ombré.

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Pink Logomania

Pale pink Dior letters nail design with flower accent on clear background
@BETINA_GOLDSTEIN

Whether you’re a Dior addict or a Supreme queen, you can easily rep your favorite luxury brand on your nails in shades of pink.

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Pearly Pink

Simple, rounded, and with just the right amount of shine, these pearlescent nails will go with any look.

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Reverse Pink-on-Pink French

Dark and light pink alternating French manicure
@NEONAILIRELAND

Break the rules and take a fun spin on a French manicure with this alternating light and dark pink twist.

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A Touch of Sparkle

iridescent nails
@LOLO.NAILEDIT

Never say no to sparkle, even just a little. These iridescent nails give all sorts of pink pastel vibes when the sun hits.

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Tie Dye Pink and White

Dark pink and white splotchy nail design
@LIQUOREDANDLAQUERED

Tie-dye is so hot right now, in both the fashion and beauty world. This perfect combo of pink and white is making us feel groovy, baby.

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Pink With Small Gold and White Stars

Pink-toned nude nails with gold and white stars
@LUNULANAILLAB

This mani will not only have you seeing stars—you’ll look and feel like one, too.

When DIY-ing this style, try gold nail sticker stars to get a perfect star shape.

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Pink Flamingo Nails

Pale pink nails with flamingo design in center cuticle
@OLIVEANDJUNE

Nothing says summer (or vacation) like a manicure inspired by your favorite pool float.

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Leopard, Foil, and Pink

Gold leopard print nails with pale pink base
@CHARSGELNAILS_

Another take on a pink and leopard scheme, this bold black and gold foil leopard print sits perfectly atop a baby pink base.

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Light Pink With Metal Moon

light pink nails with moon charm
@AMYLE.NAILS

One simple accent can take your mani to a whole new level. A charm is like jewelry for your nails, and we love how this moon pops against the simple pink polish.

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Pretty Polka Dots

pink nails with polka dots
@AMYLE.NAILS

Polka dots are always a good idea—especially when they’re this cute. Alternate dotted nails with solid ones for a balanced look.

To achieve the perfect polka dot, use the end of a bobby pin.

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Subtle Pink Outline and Shimmer

Subtle hot pink French manicure with pale shimmery pink at cuticle
@BETINA_GOLDSTEIN

A thin, hot pink tip and a shimmery outline around the cuticle make a subtle statement.

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Pink With Subtle White Curve

Light pink nails with white outline half moon design at tip
@DRYBYLONDON

When it comes to nail art, sometimes, less is more. Case in point? This look.

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Pink Tortoiseshell

This design puts a bold twist on a classic pattern, creating a tortoiseshell pattern in pink, rather than the traditional brown.

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Rose Quartz

Rose quartz stone pink nail design
@AMYLE.NAILS

Gemstone-inspired nails are all the rage, and with this pink and white pairing, it’s like having real rose quartz on your nails.

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Two Pink Tones

Dark and medium pink two-tone nails
@BETINA_GOLDSTEIN

If five different shades of pink (gradient nails) feel a bit too busy for you, try using just two shades, alternating nails, or painting two in a row the same shade.

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Pink and Purple Clouds

Pink and purple cloud nail design on white background
@NAIL_UNISTELLA

Call it tie-dye, clouds, or geode-inspired. Whatever it is, we’re so here for it.

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Neon Pink With Yellow

Neon pink manicure with orange pinky accent nail
@BETINA_GOLDSTEIN

Neon pink nails are an easy way to make a statement. Bonus points if you match your eyeliner to your nails.

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Metallic Pink

This high-shine lacquer looks stellar with the sweetest touch of pink crystals.

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Barbiecore

glitter and pink swirl barbie nails
@HEYGREATNAILS

The Barbiecore obsession is real and the easiest way to hop on the trend is with your nails. We think Barbie would approve of this pink glitter swirl design.

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Pink Ombré

Pink and nude are the natural-looking way to achieve an elevated ombré.

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Sheer Pink

If saturated shades just aren’t your style, opt for a lovely, sheer pink that almost looks like your natural nail.

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Hot Pink

The mani of Regina George’s dreams, we love how this bright shade is sure to pop against any skin tone.

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Just Peachy

Peachy pink manicure
@OLIVEANDJUNE

Peachy pink dreams are made of these. Sometimes, all you need is one pastel shade to make a statement.

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Pink Sunrise

This fabulous design utilizes a rich pink background with a red “sun” rising over each nail.

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Classic Gradient Pink

The gradient style is almost like ombré, but instead of the hues changing on each nail, here each nail gets its own color.

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Negative Space Half-Moons

Pastel pink nail design with negative space clear half moons
@OLIVEANDJUNE

Negative space manicures still seem to be the nail art look du jour (and we can’t complain).

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Pink Heart Statement Finger

Pale pink nails with three-heart design on clear accent nail
@OLIVEANDJUNE

Valentine’s Day or not, we love these chic little hearts.

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Pinky Nudes

Pink-toned neutral gradient manicure
@OPI

The perfect manicure to match your favorite rose-toned nude lipstick, we love how this neutral gradient creates subtle interest.

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Barely There Pink

Ultra-pale pink nails holding Olive & June polish bottle
@OLIVEANDJUNE

Olive & June’s Nail Polish in TT ($9) is one of team Byrdie’s favorite shades of all time, perfectly matching the brand’s fan-favorite Cuticle Serum ($30).

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Pink Lemonade

hat better way to signal the start of summer than with pink lemonade-inspired nails? Here, a pretty pink base gets topped with thin slivers of lemon slices and bold yellow arcs. The result is sweet but still sophisticated.

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