Nail art isn’t just a way for someone to express themselves; the trend has grown into an accessory, something akin to jewelry. Is an outfit truly complete if your nails aren’t done?
With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, it gives us another excuse to switch up our nail art and try out something new. And while many Valentine’s Day nail ideas can come as corny, they don’t have to be that way. Below, we’ve rounded up the 10 best non-corny nail art ideas for the Hallmark holiday that you’ll want to recreate ASAP.
Wavy Pink Nails
Curved lines are a cool twist on the classic Valentine’s Day nail look. Layer on a clear base coat, followed by a thin pop of pink.
Pink Crocodile Nails
Forget zebra nails—upgrade your French manicure with another animal print and opt for eye-catching pink crocodile tips.
Mix-and-Match Pink French Manicure
Skip the heart designs and stick to a fun French-tip design that includes a few different shades of pink.
Groovy Pink and Red Nails
Pairing reds, purples, and pinks with a wavy ’70s-inspired design allows your nails to be on trend without being overly saccharine.
Sweetheart Candy-Inspired Nails
Turn your manicure into a conversation starter and stick heart-shaped stickers with cute phrases on them onto each nail.
Dainty Red Hearts
Swipe on a creamy base coat before hand-painting tiny hearts onto your nails for a more subtle Valentine’s Day manicure.
Reverse French Manicure
Hop on the reverse manicure trend this season and create a border of red hearts along the base of your nail.
Outline French Manicure
For a fresh take on the French mani, draw a fine outline along your tips for a subtle look you’ll want to wear well past February 14.
Vibrant Pink Nails
The dual shades of pink in this manicure add subtle texture to the design while the almond-shaped nails work to elongate your nail beds.
Neon French Manicure
If you want nail art that’ll definitely turn heads, this amped-up red and pink manicure is for you. The gradient design starts off bright pink at the cuticles before fading into a red-hot shade near the tips.
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