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We all dearly prize the look of beautifully manicured nails. And for many of us, it means going the extra mile to get bold eye-catching designs. But as happens with lots of flashy manicures, they often clash with the outfit or quickly bore you to tears. No wonder we keep returning to timeless natural nail designs whenever we need a break from impressing social media.
With the rise of the athleisure trend, our preference has noticeably shifted toward clean soothing designs. From sheer cropped nails to nude nails with a pop of glitter, there is something for everyone in natural nail designs.
1. Nude Nails with a Touch of Glitter. Glam up your natural color nail design with a touch of glitter. The glowing rose gold plays up the warm undertones of the nude base to its best. This mani makes a great transitional design between glitzy showy nail designs and natural nails.
via @nailsbypaulin
2. Off-White Neutral Nails. A key to achieving this irresistible look is choosing a polish shade close to your nail color. This way you will make sure that it complements your skin tone. This off-white hue is one of the most multipurpose polishes you can get. It will also work great for natural-looking french tips.
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3. Cute Reverse French Mani. Flaunt your flawless vigorous cuticle with this adorable nail art. Almond-shaped nails create a perfect backdrop for glossy powder pink polish lined with a brighter shimmery pink accent along the nail bed curve. This lovely nail design is perfect if you are looking for Valentine’s Day manicure inspiration.
4. Daisy-Adorned White Nails. Just in time for the spring season! Incorporate some lovely floral patterns into your white nail design. They look super cute on short natural nails. Get a fresh start with a fresh mani!
5. Glossy and Matte French Mani. This elegant monochrome french mani design is a pure delight! The caramel matte finish beautifully harmonizes with the glossy french tip, creating a pleasing contrast. Grab your caramel latte and you are ready to conquer the day!
via @bremmiss
6. Delicate White Nail Art with Crystals. If you gravitate toward effortless chic ideas that add a hint of sparkle to your nails, consider this sleek white manicure with an accent nail. A little bling on your ring finger adds visual interest to your nails. A perfect accessory to complement a wedding dress!
via @elynails_gm
7. Dainty Golden Leaves on Natural Nails. Inspired by the gorgeous fall leaves colors, this natural nail design takes it up a notch with a gold chrome rendition of a classy design. The subtle golden glow is sure to catch and reflect the light, which makes it excellent for a special occasion.
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8. Tan Natural Manicure with a Gold Wave. Want to add glitz to a natural nail but keep the minimalist vibe? Opt for a plain gold wave on an attractive shade of brown polish (think tan, taupe, or truffle). It’s just enough so that your manicure gets noticed, but not too much to steal the show.
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9. Adorable Polka Dots Natural Nails. Painted over a soft blush base polish, these red and pink teeny dots add a splash of color and zest. We love how these short nails allow you to rock your nail design without having to worry about nail breakage.
10. Subtle Pink and White Floral Nail Art. Spice up your natural nail design with charming floral accents. Subtle nail designs are delightful when you add simple flowers to the picture. Stick to pastel shades of pink and white for a delicate finish.
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11. Crisp French Tips. These office-friendly neutral nails are effortlessly elegant and universally appropriate. They manage to stay attuned to capricious fashion trends and easily integrate into any outfit, hair, or makeup style.
via @elynails_gm
12. Delicious Chocolate Swirls. Regardless of the color palette, swirls are always a great idea: they are playful and dynamic, possess the quality to visually elongate the nail, and instantly elevate any design. These scrumptious swirls remind us of chocolate syrup dashes on a frothy coffee.
13. Translucent Natural Nails. While vibrant shades of nail polish have their appeal, for some reason we keep coming back to iconic natural nail designs. This translucent nail art is a great way to emphasize the beauty of your healthy nails with a sublime shine.
via @kate.lumo
14. Transparent Nail Art with a Miniature Heart Accent. Give natural nails a romantic twist with a tiny heart. This natural manicure makes a marvelous DIY idea. Just paint a small heart over the sheer top coat on one nail with a color of your choice or use a stamp if you prefer perfectly shaped hearts.
via @sarahfalshaw
15. Designer Logo Nail Art. Display the love for your favorite brand in an artful way with logo nails. You will need professional assistance to recreate this immaculate graphic design. Go for a gel formula to keep short square nails fresh and flawless, just like brand-new designer items.
via @exar_studio
16. Toffee Colored French Tip Nails. The yummy toffee french tips provide a touch of color to the nude shade of the nails while still looking neutral. This natural nail design is flattering to complexions with warm undertones and can be easily adapted to any nail shape or length.
via @bast.beauty
17. Abstract Natural Nails for Fall. This fabulous nail art illustrates that natural manicures can look lively too. With smudges of earthy shades of green and orange, tiny black droplets, and a pinch of gold, these adorable nails are a fun way to kick off the fall season.
18. Milky Nails with Dainty Hearts. Show yourself some loving with a cutesy heart mani. The milky white polish gives off that neatly-polished vibe while petite hand-painted hearts create a personal touch. A stylish manicure that melts our hearts!
via @nailsbypaulin
19. Nude Nails with Golden Flakes. We are in two minds about which base texture we like better – the plushy matte or the sleek glossy one. Both finishes look simply ingenious with a bunch of gold flakes that make this design positively overpowering.
20. Sleek Pink Short Nails. This stylish subtle pink mani is beyond reproach! It gives off that classy sophisticated vibe without trying too hard. You can wear it with pretty much anything in your wardrobe and look fantastic every time.
via @nails_genas
21. Blue Lagoon Manicure. If you are looking for natural acrylic nail ideas, you absolutely have to try this mesmerizing design! It’s like standing on the white sandy beach and looking into the deep blue waters sparkling with sun blinks. Perfect vacation edition!
22. Sheer White Nails. This pure white polish can look cool and refreshing in the heat of the summer and festive and posh in the winter months. White nails are appropriate for all sorts of events and occasions from professional situations to everyday wear.
23. Pretty Gradient Nude Nails. Demonstrate the beauty and charm of short round nails with this pretty design. The gradient effect on the nails is soft and subtle, but thanks to the distinctive colors and the variety of hues it keeps things interesting.
via @bremmiss
24. Graphic Natural Nails. This trendy nail design features a pearly shade of light gray for an entrancing and glamorous look. All you need is a thin brush and a steady hand to paint a fine line or an abstract shape on an accent nail to achieve this look.
via @nailsmaker.cl
25. Fun Nails with a Pop of Color. You can totally go for fun nail designs with natural nails! Just look at these cool plops of hot pink polish at the base of the nails. Excellent idea for summer parties or birthday celebrations!
26. Negative Space Black French Design. Elegant and classy, this rendition of french design offers an alternative view of conventional tips. The simple black nail accents line the tips and lunule to create negative space outlines. A perfect mani to wear to an art gallery or an independent movie viewing.
via @paintedby_didi
27. Cozy Hot Cocoa Nails. Unlike long nails, medium-length nails carry that cozy homey vibe we all strive for sometimes. This cocoa-colored design with white and gold glitter specks reminds us of a cup of hot cocoa with marshmallows. It will perfectly suit low-key winter gatherings with friends.
via @ollszuu
28. Lavender Nails with Silver Lining. This natural nail motif screams beauty and elegance. The subtle lavender tone ensures a flattering feminine look, while thin silver lines add a stylish accent without overdoing it.
via @elynails_gm
29. Nude Nails with Undersurface Glitter. If you want to give nude nails a go but still can’t let go of glitter, why not have them embedded into your design? Now you can enjoy your gold stars twinkling in a graceful subdued manner.
30. Rose Brown Nails. Choosing a neutral mani doesn’t mean that you can’t wear color. Here is another beautiful natural hue to wear on your nails. A great idea for flawless chic minimalism.
via @paintedby_didi
Nail trends come and go. But healthy-looking nails with clean graphic designs are there to stay like all timeless things. Feel free to try one of these fantastic designs and we guarantee you’ll look fabulous.
