These spring-inspired nail art ideas will pretty up your manicure for the sunnier days...
Yes, it’s still pretty nippy outside - but we’re eternal optimists, and we’re looking forward to the official start of springtime in just a few short weeks. To help you feel like the time to stash away your knitwear is near, and that sunnier days might soon be on the horizon, there’s nothing like a fresh mani to inspire your look and help you feel cheerful every time you look at your hands.
We’ve scoured Instagram for some nail-art inspo to help you decide on your next mani, with some of the prettiest springtime-inspired designs. Now, which one to choose…?
Image: @nails.bab
Sweet Treat
Is it just us, or does this spotty design make you think of your favourite Easter eggs? Choose one (or two, if you’re bold) matte pastel shades, and add sharp black dots of different sizes and spacing to achieve this pretty, Easter-inspired look.
Image: @nafsalon
Floral Fancy
Florals for spring? Groundbreaking. But we do love this abstract twist on the classic, with tonal shades and extra added details.
Image: @nails.bab
China on your hand?
This original take on nail art is inspired by beautiful painted china plates - isn’t it gorgeous? So feminine and delicate, and a very artistic twist on floral nails.
Image: @beautyworksbyamy
Feeling Jaded
We adore this manicure, inspired by precious gems like jade and gold. A soft, sheer shade of green is perfectly accented by carefully-painted cuffs in gold - so elegant and very pretty.
Image: @thehangedit
Pretty as a painting
Fine art fans will love this Picasso-inspired look, which is a major trend across fashion, beauty and interiors for spring. A matte blush shade is accented by fluid lines of black, creating a strong, artistic vibe.
Image: @laurawadenails
Fifty Shades
An ombre manicure is a huge trend for spring, which is great news as it’s impactful but easy to achieve at home. Simply choose five complementing hues of the same colour (pinks and purples are especially on-trend at the moment) and paint your nails in a shade each, gradually going lighter for a gradient effect.
Image: @drybylondon
Sunny side up
Nothing’s more cheerful than a pop of yellow, right? Choose a sunny shade and for your accent nail, opt for a negative space design for contemporary impact that looks super-chic.
Image: @shoreditchnails
Daisy chain dreams
Nothing says spring like daisies, so go all-out with this super-pretty floral design in shades of soft yellows and golds.
Image: @drybylondon
French twist
The classic French manicure is making a comeback in 2020, but not as you know it. Forget what you know - this year’s Frenchie has side tips, reverse elements or negative space, to create a classic look that won’t ever date.