The ombré look isn’t just popular for hair anymore. In case you haven’t noticed, ombré nails are all the rage, and the options for color and design are endless. Unlike other types of designs that can feel overwhelming to execute and look a little too busy for some, this look is easy and seamless, and you can easily add your twist if you want to take it up a notch. Plus, if you want to DIY the look, all you need are two nail polish shades and a blending sponge.
To inspire your next manicure, we rounded up 11 of our favorite ombré nails.
Neon Ombré
Cool-toned shades are a sure way to turn heads, and even more so when they come in bright colors. This look takes it a step forward by having three stand-out shades on each nail. From a bright baby blue base to a minty green and ending with a pastel yellow tip, this mani has us dreaming of warm weather days.
Icy Ombré
Embrace the chill of the winter or keep cool in the summer with this icy ombré manicure. Kick it up a notch with silver glitter specks on each nail.
Lavender Ombré
The nude-to-lavender transition is both seamless and classic, and thanks to the nude base, the grow-out phase will be nearly invisible.
Pink Ombré Tips
We love a French manicure twist, and these pink ombré tips are giving major Barbiecore vibes. Copy this exact look with shades of pink, or change it up to match your favorite colors.
Vertical Ombré
Ombré doesn’t just have to go one way. For a unique take on the popular trend, try out this blue-to-lavender vertical look for some cotton candy-inspired nails.
Glitter Ombré
Glitter tips always look cool, and luckily, they’re easy to do at home. Just paint your base in whichever shade you like, then start lightly dabbing glitter from the tip toward the bed of the nails. This way, the highest concentration of glitter stays on your tips and the remaining bit gently transfers into the rest of the nail.
Ombré Accent Nails
If the ombré look is too much for you to have on every nail, keep it simple yet playful by adding a bright ombré accent nail. It’s a great way to dip your toes into a trend while maintaining a look you’re already comfortable with.
Black Ombré Nails
Coffin nails already look fierce, and painted in this dark ombré gives even more of an edge to the look.
Ombré French Tips
This roundup wouldn’t be complete without an ombré take on the classic French manicure. Sleek and classy, this milky look is one you’ll want to repeat again and again.
Red Ombré Nails
Take a step up from the classic red manicure to this two-toned look. It mixes bright red with a darker, moodier shade for a fierce combo.
Rainbow Ombré
This rainbow pastel ombré manicure screams spring, but it also works for any season. Play around with light and dark shades of the rainbow and have fun with it.
