Welcome to your ultimate nail inspiration!
We’ve handpicked our favorite simple nail designs, along with our clients’ top choices.
Whether you’re a pro or a DIY enthusiast, these 99 simple nail designs will elevate your nail game.
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Simple and Easy Nail Designs To Try
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Simply Chic: Minimalist Simple Nail Designs
Less is more! Embrace simplicity and elegance with minimalist designs.
Think thin stripes or tiny dots in neutral shades like nude, white, or black. Perfect for any occasion and super easy to achieve.
Ready to simplify? Give it a try!
1. Black and White Outline Tips
Classic black and white outlines for a timeless, elegant look. Ready to keep it simple? Try this chic design!
2. Chic Pink Nails
A soft pink base that’s understated yet sophisticated. Perfect for any occasion. Feeling pretty in pink?
3. Simple Gold French Tips
Classic French tips with a glam upgrade of gold. Ready to sparkle subtly? Shine on!
4. Snow Dust Design
Nude nails with a dusting of subtle snow sprinkle perfect for winter vibes. Ready to sparkle like snow?
5. Brown Tips and Swirls
Earthy brown tips with delicate swirls for a chic, natural look. Embrace earthy elegance today!
6. Minimalist Nail Art
Simple lines and dots on a nude base for those who adore minimal elegance. Ready to keep it minimal?
7. Classy White Nails
Pure white nails that are always in style and super easy to match. Classic and chic—what’s not to love?
8. Nude and Black Nails
Nude nails with striking black accents for a modern contrast. Ready for a chic twist?
9. Gold Spark Simple Nail Designs
Tiny gold sparkles on a clear or nude base for a touch of glam. Sparkle away with subtle shine!
Blossoming Beauty: Dainty Floral Designs
Add a touch of romance with dainty floral designs. A pastel base with tiny flowers in soft pinks, lilacs, or baby blues brings springtime to any nail shapes.
Simple, sweet, and oh-so-pretty! Why not let your nails bloom?
10. Simple Flower Art
Tiny flowers on a pastel base for a touch of spring. Ready to let your nails blossom?
11. White Flower Simple Nail Designs
Elegant white flowers on a nude or pastel base for a delicate, sophisticated look. Bloom with elegance!
12. Dainty Daisies Art
Cute daisies scattered across your nails for a cheerful, fresh vibe. Feeling sunny?
13. Mini Floral Art
Tiny, intricate floral patterns for a whimsical, feminine touch. Add a touch of whimsy!
14. Bee and Sunflower Nail Art
Bright sunflowers and tiny bees for a playful, sunny design. Buzz into a vibrant look!
15. Spring-Inspired Simple Nail Designs
Fresh spring colors with delicate flowers for a seasonal delight. Embrace the springtime spirit!
16. Delicate Flower Designs
Soft, subtle flowers for a gentle, romantic look. Ready to add some delicate charm?
17. White Blooms Simple Nail Designs
Pure white blooms that pop against any background color. Fresh and fabulous!
18. Floral Bliss Simple Nail Designs
A mix of small and large flowers for a vibrant, garden-inspired look. Bloom with joy!
19. Chic Autumn Daisies
Earthy tones with daisy accents, perfect for fall. Fall into floral charm!
Bold and Beautiful: Solid Colors
Sometimes, a bold single color says it all. Go for vibrant reds, royal blues, or deep greens to make a statement.
For a classic vibe, choose beige, gray, or black. Smooth application is key! Dare to go bold?
20. Elegant Peach Nails
A warm, peachy hue that’s both stylish and versatile. Try these and stand out.
21. Happy Yellow Nails
Bright yellow nails that scream sunshine and happiness. Shine bright like the sun!
22. Orange Summer Nails
Vibrant orange for a pop of summer color. Ready to turn heads?
23. Sweet Pink Nails
Soft pink that’s sweet and simple, perfect year-round. Sweeten up your look!
24. Elegant Earth-toned Design
Rich earth tones for a natural, sophisticated vibe. Ground your style with elegance!
25. Pastel Green Garden
Soft green nails that evoke garden freshness. Embrace a touch of nature!
26. Rosy Glow Nails
A rosy hue that adds a warm glow to your nails. Radiate warmth and style!
27. Pastel Pink Blush
Light pink that’s cute and classic. Blush with charm!
28. Edgy Blue Nails
Bold blue for a modern, edgy look. Dive into a sea of style!
29. Classic Baby Pink Nails
Light and sweet baby pink for a timeless touch. Go classic with a feminine flair!
Playful Perfection: Polka Dots
Fun and playful, polka dots never go out of style. Use a dotting tool to add contrasting dots over any base color.
Uniform or random, big or small, polka dots are always a hit! Ready to dot your nails?
30. Cookies and Cream Simple Nail Designs
Black and white dots on a creamy base, deliciously fun! Indulge in this sweet look!
31. Glossy Cute Polka Dot Pink Nails
Pink base with white dots for a cute and glossy finish. Ready for a playful pop?
32. Black and White Dots Simple Nail Designs
Classic black dots on a white base (or vice versa) for striking contrast. Dot and dazzle!
33. White and Green Polka Dots
Fresh green with white dots for a playful spring look. Add a touch of fun!
34. Brown Polka Dot Nails
Earthy brown base with lighter dots for a subtle, stylish design. Keep it chic and understated!
35. Playful Polka Dot Nails
Mix and match colors and sizes for a whimsical polka dot party! Join the fun!
36. Coffee Polka Dots Nails
Coffee-colored base with white dots for a chic, caffeinated look. Sip in style!
37. White Polka and Tips
White polka dots on tips for a unique twist on classic French nails. Dot your tips with flair!
38. Matte Cute Polka Dots
Matte finish with contrasting dots for a modern, playful vibe. Dot and matte away!
39. White Pink Polka Dot Nails
Light pink base with white dots for a soft, playful touch. Ready to spot some fun?
Sleek Stripes: Lines with Style
Stripes add a stylish touch to any manicure. Vertical, horizontal, or diagonal, use striping tape for crisp lines.
Mix metallic stripes with matte colors or vary widths for a modern twist! Want to get in line with stripes?
40. Shades of Blue with Accents
Multiple shades of blue with stripe accents for a cool, ocean-inspired look. Surf into style!
41. Melon Stripes Simple Nail Designs
Melon-colored stripes on a white base for a fresh, summery design. Stripe up your summer!
42. Elegant Gold Accent Lines
Gold stripes on any base color for a touch of elegance. Add a stripe of luxury!
43. Sky Blue Summer Stripes Designs
Sky blue with white stripes, reminiscent of summer skies. Stripe up your skies!
44. Light Blue Nail Designs
Light blue base with delicate stripe patterns for a soft, stylish look. Keep it cool and crisp!
45. Long Stripes Nails Design
Long, vertical stripes that elongate the nails and add a sleek finish. Stripe up for a sleek look!
46. Elegant Wavy Stripes
Wavy lines in contrasting colors for a fun, dynamic design. Go with the flow!
47. Geometric Nail Arts
Geometric shapes and lines for a modern, edgy look. Get geometric and bold!
48. Simple Stripes Nail Design
Clean, simple stripes on any base color for a classic touch. Stripe up your style!
49. Gold Accent In White Nail Designs
White nails with gold stripe accents for a sophisticated finish. Shine with gold accents!
Modern Classic: French Twist
Give the French manicure a fresh twist. Swap the white tips for bold colors or metallics.
Try a V-shape or reverse the design for a unique look. Versatile and chic for any outfit! How about a twist on the classic?
50. Ivory French Tips Design
Classic ivory tips for a timeless and elegant look. Keep it classic with a touch of ivory!
51. Snow French Tips Design
Pure white tips with a hint of sparkle, perfect for winter. Add a snowy touch to your French tips!
52. Timeless White French Tips
Traditional white tips that never go out of style. Embrace the timeless elegance!
53. Luxury Gold French Tips
Gold-tipped nails for a luxurious and glamorous twist. Shine with gold!
54. Ebony Black Tips
Black tips for a bold and modern French manicure. Go dark and daring!
55. Old Money French Tips
Elegant and understated, perfect for a classic, refined look. Embrace sophistication!
56. French Tips and Gems
Classic French tips with tiny gems for a touch of sparkle. Add some gem magic!
57. Sophisticated French Tips
Subtle variations in tip color for a sophisticated update. Elevate your French manicure!
58. Crimson Kiss Tips
Red tips for a passionate and daring French manicure. Kiss your nails with crimson!
59. Classic White French Tips
The original and always elegant white-tipped nails. Classic never goes out of style!
Velvet Touch: Matte Simple Nail Designs
Matte finishes turn any color into a sophisticated look. Perfect for dark shades like navy or burgundy. Combine matte with glossy accents for a trendy, eye-catching effect!
Feeling matte-tastic?
60. Fierce Burgundy Matte Designs
Deep burgundy with a matte finish for a fierce and stylish look. Go bold with burgundy!
61. Peach Summer Matte Nails
Soft peach with a matte finish, perfect for summer. Matte and peachy keen!
62. Stylish Matte Nude Nails
Nude nails with a matte finish for a chic, understated style. Keep it stylish and matte!
63. Bold Blue Matte Design
Bright blue with a matte finish for a bold and modern look. Matte and mighty blue!
64. Elegant Matte Olive Nails
Olive green with a matte finish for an elegant and unique style. Go olive and elegant!
65. Matte Plum Nails with White Stripes
Rich plum with white stripes for a striking contrast. Plum and stripe perfection!
66. Powder Blue Matte Nails
Soft powder blue with a matte finish for a dreamy look. Go soft and matte blue!
67. Edgy Matte Burgundy Nails
Dark burgundy with a matte finish for an edgy, stylish vibe. Matte and edgy!
68. Forest Green Matte Nails
Deep green with a matte finish for a natural, sophisticated look. Go forest green matte!
69. Pop Art Comic Simple Nail Designs
Bright colors and bold designs with a matte finish for a fun, comic-inspired look. Pop into a comic style!
Whimsical Waves: Simple Swirls
Add some fun with simple swirls. Use a thin brush to create swirls in contrasting colors.
Perfect in pastels or bold hues, swirls bring movement and whimsy to your nails! Ready to swirl into style?
70. Magical Swirls Designs
Intricate swirls in contrasting colors for a magical touch. Swirl into a magical design!
71. Blue and Green Swirly Nails
Blue and green swirls for a vibrant, ocean-inspired design. Dive into swirling colors!
72. Elegant Swirls
Subtle swirls in neutral tones for a sophisticated look. Elegant and whimsical!
73. Cobalt Curls
Bold cobalt blue swirls for a striking and modern design. Go cobalt and curly!
74. Silver Swirls
Shimmering silver swirls on a dark base for a touch of elegance. Shine with silver swirls!
75. Chocolate Swirl + French Tips
Chocolate brown swirls with classic French tips for a unique twist. Swirl up with chocolate!
76. Whimsical Whorls
Playful whorls in bright colors for a fun and whimsical look. Get whimsical with whorls!
77. Blue Swirl French Nails
Blue swirls with French tips for a modern update on a classic. Swirl into French chic!
78. Purple Swirls Nail Design
Rich purple swirls for a bold and regal look. Swirl in royal purple!
79. Swirling Dreams
Soft pastel swirls for a dreamy, whimsical design. Dream with pastel swirls!
Sparkle and Shine: Single Jewel Accent
Elevate your look with a single jewel accent. Place a tiny crystal at the base or a larger gem on an accent nail.
Elegant and eye-catching, it adds just the right amount of sparkle! Add some sparkle to your day?
80. Simple Crystal Nails Design
A single crystal accent on each nail for a touch of sparkle. Add a dash of crystal shine!
81. Gold and Pearls Design
Gold accents with pearl embellishments for an elegant look. Shine with gold and pearls!
82. Elegant Blue Tips With Rhinestones
Blue tips with rhinestone accents for a glamorous finish. Get blue and blingy!
83. Ethereal Crystal Accents
Delicate crystals that add an ethereal touch to your nails. Go ethereal with crystals!
84. Simple Ombre Bride Nails
Ombre nails with a single crystal for a bridal-perfect look. Sparkle on your special day!
85. Silver Dainty Nails
Tiny silver jewels for a subtle yet stunning design. Add dainty silver sparkle!
86. Pearl Perfection
Single pearl accents for a timeless and elegant look. Pearl up your style!
87. Crystal Kiss
A delicate kiss of crystals at the base of each nail for subtle sparkle. Kiss your nails with crystal!
88. Rhinestone Crown Design
Tiny rhinestones arranged like a crown for a regal touch. Crown your nails with sparkle!
89. Diamond Delight
A single diamond-like jewel on each nail for a luxurious finish. Shine bright like a diamond!
Tiny Treasures: Tiny Shapes Nail Designs
Tiny shapes like hearts, stars, and triangles add a playful touch. Use stickers or a fine brush to create fun designs in contrasting colors.
Perfect for a whimsical, unique manicure! Want to treasure your nails?
90. Cute Heart Simple nail Designs
Tiny hearts scattered across your nails for a sweet, playful design. Ready to wear your heart on your nails?
91. Delicate Red Hearts Design
Small red hearts on a nude base for a romantic touch. Add some heartwarming charm!
92. Ripple Simple Nail Design
Tiny ripple shapes that add a dynamic, fun element to your nails. Ripple with style!
93. Simple Line Nail Art
Thin, delicate lines in various directions for a minimalist yet stylish look. Keep it simple and chic!
94. Quirky Scribble Designs
Fun, random scribbles in contrasting colors for a unique and whimsical vibe. Scribble your style!
95. Trendy Valentine’s Heart
Cute heart shapes in pinks and reds, perfect for Valentine’s Day. Love your nails with hearts!
96. Tiny Hearts French Tips
Classic French tips with a twist—tiny hearts on the tips! Add a little love to your tips!
97. Adorable Bow and Hearts
Cute bows and hearts for a fun, girly design. Bow down to adorable!
98. Purple Twilight Nail Designs
Tiny purple stars and moons for a dreamy, twilight-inspired look. Twinkle with twilight!
99. Cute Flower Simple Nail Designs
Tiny, intricate flowers that add charm and femininity. Ready to blossom with cute florals?
Final Thoughts
Whether you’re a nail pro or just love experimenting at home, these easy yet stunning simple nail designs will elevate your manicure game.
Try out your favorite simple nail designs now!
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