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Animal Print Nails

Animal print nail designs are as diverse as the animals that inspired them. They are popular in the world of nail art because they're so unique and eye-catching and have long been a symbol of wealth and welfare. They are also great for seasonal trends. Applying such animal motifs in nail designs makes your nails look elegant and luxurious. Leopard, zebra, cheetah, snake, and tiger print nail designs, are at the top of the list. There's something about animal prints that makes them feel so cool and edgy. They're bold, daring, and sometimes even a little intimidating. But if you can pull them off, animal print nails will make you feel like an absolute goddess! Animal prints are always fashionable because they're easy to pair with other clothes and colors.
There's nothing quite like standing out from the crowd with a pair of hot pink leopard-print nails or black cheetah-print ones—especially when everyone else is wearing basic black or white polish. The best colors for animal print nails are dark reds and purples, as well as dark blues and greens (the latter two will go great with any animal). When choosing colors for your animal print nail designs, there's no need to go overboard. A bold red will look great against black or white backgrounds, as will a dark blue or brown. If you want something more subtle, try lighter shades like pink or yellow that blend in with the pattern of the print.
There are tons of designs that go well with animal print nails! But if you want something more traditional, try doing a French manicure with a lighter shade than your base color on top of it. That way, it looks like your nail has grown out into an extension of a fur coat! Or maybe try doing an ombré design.
Animal print nail designs can be bold and striking, but they don't need to be complicated! It's perfectly acceptable to paint your nails with one color and leave them at that—or even add some glitter if you're feeling adventurous! The key is not overwhelming yourself with too many different elements at once. If you like animal print and want to add color to your nails, here are some nail art ideas.

Long Animal Print Nails

Glossy Black Nails with Leopard Print Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2586
Glossy Black Nails with Leopard Print Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2586

Leopard Print Nails with Roses Accent Nail Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2526
Leopard Print Nails with Roses Accent Nail Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2526

Leopard Print and Confetti Design for Birthday Nails | Birthday Nails - NB5463
Leopard Print and Confetti Design for Birthday Nails | Birthday Nails - NB5463

Leaf and Leopard Nail Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2615
Leaf and Leopard Nail Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2615

Embellished Peach Fuzz Nails with Dalmatian Print | Animal Print Nails - NB1987
Embellished Peach Fuzz Nails with Dalmatian Print | Animal Print Nails - NB1987

Reverse French Nails Dalmatian Print Design | Animal Print Nails - NB1997
Reverse French Nails Dalmatian Print Design | Animal Print Nails - NB1997

Short Animal Print Nails

Short Pastel Nails with Leopard Print Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2552
Short Pastel Nails with Leopard Print Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2552

Blue and Black Zebra Effect Nails
Blue and Black Zebra Effect Nails

Irina_rain

Colorful Mix-Technique Nail Design
Colorful Mix-Technique Nail Design

Irina_rain

Leopard Print Shimmer Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB2511
Leopard Print Shimmer Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB2511

Red Zebra Nails
Red Zebra Nails

Alexandracojan.trainer

Casual Leopard Print Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB2625
Casual Leopard Print Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB2625

Short Leopard Print Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB2634
Short Leopard Print Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB2634

Dalmatian Print and Leopard Print Short Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB1993
Dalmatian Print and Leopard Print Short Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB1993

Animal Print French Nails

Double French Nails with Leopard Print
Double French Nails with Leopard Print

_gabrielamanole

Red and Yellow Nails Leopard Print Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2577
Red and Yellow Nails Leopard Print Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2577

Cow Print Themed Tips
Cow Print Themed Tips

Nail_sunny

French Nails with Cross Charms
French Nails with Cross Charms

_beautbybee

Glossy Leopard Print Nails with Embellishments | Animal Print Nails - NB2598
Glossy Leopard Print Nails with Embellishments | Animal Print Nails - NB2598

Milky White Nails with Leopard
Milky White Nails with Leopard

Beauty_nail_kostroma

Red and White Dalmatian Print Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB1975
Red and White Dalmatian Print Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB1975

Glitter Animal Print Nails

Leopard on Ombre Pastel Nails
Leopard on Ombre Pastel Nails

Nailed.it.by.amber

Blue Theme Leopard Print Embellished Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB2620
Blue Theme Leopard Print Embellished Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB2620

Aztec Nails | Tribal - NB345
Aztec Nails | Tribal - NB345

Holographic Mermaid Glitter Nails | Glitter Nails - NB4966
Holographic Mermaid Glitter Nails | Glitter Nails - NB4966

Cow Nails for Christmas
Cow Nails for Christmas

Paulina_migdalek

Wedding Animal Print Nails

Red Zebra Nails
Red Zebra Nails

Alexandracojan.trainer

Reverse French Animal Print Gel Nails
Reverse French Animal Print Gel Nails

Dashenkanails

Blue Animal Print Nails

Pastel Leopard Print Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB2550
Pastel Leopard Print Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB2550

3D Mermaid Nails Design | Jelly Nails - NB4400
3D Mermaid Nails Design | Jelly Nails - NB4400

White and Orange Patterns
White and Orange Patterns

Nailed.it.by.amber

Matte Leopard Pattern
Matte Leopard Pattern

Beauty_nail_kostroma

Different Shades of Blue with Leopard Print Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB2614
Different Shades of Blue with Leopard Print Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB2614

Mermaid Scales Pattern on Nails
Mermaid Scales Pattern on Nails

Mari_mari_nailart

Blue Nails with Cow Design | Animal Print Nails - NB4376
Blue Nails with Cow Design | Animal Print Nails - NB4376

Pink Leopard Print Nails

Black and Pink Leopard Print Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB4317
Black and Pink Leopard Print Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB4317

Elegant Pink Leopard Print Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB4347
Elegant Pink Leopard Print Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB4347

Matte and Glossy Red Leopard Print Nails
Matte and Glossy Red Leopard Print Nails

Novikova.nailstudio

Luxury Pink Leopard Print Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB4344
Luxury Pink Leopard Print Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB4344

Summer Pink Leopard Print Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB4346
Summer Pink Leopard Print Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB4346

Short Mismatched Blush Pink Nails with Leopard Print Accents | Anna Customized Nail Designs- NB7264
Short Mismatched Blush Pink Nails with Leopard Print Accents | Anna Customized Nail Designs- NB7264

Leopard Print Design for Cute Neutral Nails for Fall | Fall Nails - NB5734
Leopard Print Design for Cute Neutral Nails for Fall | Fall Nails - NB5734

Baby Pink Leo
Baby Pink Leo

Minea.nails

Summer Animal Print Nails

Leopard Print Reverse French Nails for Summer Holiday | Animal Print Nails - NB4337
Leopard Print Reverse French Nails for Summer Holiday | Animal Print Nails - NB4337

Animal Print Tropical Nail Design| Tropical-NB-D-217
Animal Print Tropical Nail Design| Tropical-NB-D-217

Summer Neon Zebra French Nails
Summer Neon Zebra French Nails

Fasia.nails

Zebra-Inspired Neon Nails
Zebra-Inspired Neon Nails

Dashenkanails

Colorful Mix-Technique Nail Design
Colorful Mix-Technique Nail Design

Irina_rain

Mermaid Glitter Nails Design | Glitter Nails - NB4967
Mermaid Glitter Nails Design | Glitter Nails - NB4967

Purple Leopard Print Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB4338
Purple Leopard Print Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB4338

Colorful Pastel Nails with Leopard Print Design | Animal Print Nails - NB4329
Colorful Pastel Nails with Leopard Print Design | Animal Print Nails - NB4329

Neon Animal Print Nails

Colorful Mix-Technique Nail Design
Colorful Mix-Technique Nail Design

Irina_rain

Summer Neon Ombre
Summer Neon Ombre

Dashenkanails

Abstract Neon Leopard Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB2630
Abstract Neon Leopard Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB2630

Mismatched Colors and Designs
Mismatched Colors and Designs

Beauty_nail_kostroma

Neon Coffin Nails with Leopard Print
Neon Coffin Nails with Leopard Print

_gabrielamanole

Blue and Purple Gradient Nails with Zebra Pattern | Blue Birthday Nails - NB6424
Blue and Purple Gradient Nails with Zebra Pattern | Blue Birthday Nails - NB6424

Abstract Neon Party Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB2629
Abstract Neon Party Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB2629

Summer Neon Zebra French Nails
Summer Neon Zebra French Nails

Fasia.nails

Animal Print Fall Nails

Golden Design for Grounded Matte Nails | Sherwin William Color Capsule 2025 - NB6391
Golden Design for Grounded Matte Nails | Sherwin William Color Capsule 2025 - NB6391

Fall Gradient Snake Print Nails
Fall Gradient Snake Print Nails

Ego_alinkha

Leopard Print Design for Cute Neutral Nails for Fall | Fall Nails - NB5734
Leopard Print Design for Cute Neutral Nails for Fall | Fall Nails - NB5734

Matte Nails with White Cow Prints
Matte Nails with White Cow Prints

Novikova.nailstudio

Tropical Leopard Nail Design| Tropical-NB-D-226
Tropical Leopard Nail Design| Tropical-NB-D-226

Half Leopard Half Leaf Nails
Half Leopard Half Leaf Nails

Sylwia_nailss

Earthy Tone Nails with Leopard Accent
Earthy Tone Nails with Leopard Accent

Ego_alinkha

Fall Leopard Print Nails with Golden Details | Fall Nails - NB5726
Fall Leopard Print Nails with Golden Details | Fall Nails - NB5726

Animal Print Almond Nails

Floral and Leopard Print Nail Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2562
Floral and Leopard Print Nail Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2562

Crocodile-inspired Nails
Crocodile-inspired Nails

Nailartbychlo

Brown and White Leopard Nail Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2537
Brown and White Leopard Nail Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2537

Summer Style Leopard Nails
Summer Style Leopard Nails

Project_paznokcie

Mermaid Glitter Nails Design | Glitter Nails - NB4967
Mermaid Glitter Nails Design | Glitter Nails - NB4967

Matte Nails Leopard Print and Floral | Animal Print Nails - NB2580
Matte Nails Leopard Print and Floral | Animal Print Nails - NB2580

Tortoiseshell Flakie Nail Designs
Tortoiseshell Flakie Nail Designs

Nailartbychlo

Red and Pink Nails Leopard Print Accent | Animal Print Nails - NB2572
Red and Pink Nails Leopard Print Accent | Animal Print Nails - NB2572

Animal Print Stiletto Nails

Matte Ombre Cheetah Nails
Matte Ombre Cheetah Nails

Melificentnailartistry

Glossy Black Nails with Leopard Print Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2586
Glossy Black Nails with Leopard Print Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2586

Animal Print Cutouts
Animal Print Cutouts

Gallinaz_nail

Cute Leopard Print Manicure Design for Fall | Fall Nails - NB5536
Cute Leopard Print Manicure Design for Fall | Fall Nails - NB5536

Cruella Dalmation Print Nails
Cruella Dalmation Print Nails

Melificentnailartistry

Matte Red Nails with Leopard Print Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2585
Matte Red Nails with Leopard Print Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2585

Zoo Patterns Combo
Zoo Patterns Combo

Lucy_smirnova_nails

3D Nail Charm Outline for Pink Leopard Nails | Outline Nails - NB5343
3D Nail Charm Outline for Pink Leopard Nails | Outline Nails - NB5343

Animal Print Coffin Nails

Zebra-themed French Nails
Zebra-themed French Nails

Nailed.it.by.amber

Pink and Silver Nails Leopard Print Design | Animal Print Nails - NB4333
Pink and Silver Nails Leopard Print Design | Animal Print Nails - NB4333

Ombre Jelly Nails with Dalmatian Print Design | Animal Print Nails - NB1978
Ombre Jelly Nails with Dalmatian Print Design | Animal Print Nails - NB1978

Dalmatian Dog and Print on Pink Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB1996
Dalmatian Dog and Print on Pink Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB1996

Glossy Blue Leopard Print Nails with Confetti Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2619
Glossy Blue Leopard Print Nails with Confetti Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2619

Colorful Pastel Nails with Leopard Print Design | Animal Print Nails - NB4329
Colorful Pastel Nails with Leopard Print Design | Animal Print Nails - NB4329

Elegant Black and White Leopard Print Nail Design | Animal Print Nails - NB4325
Elegant Black and White Leopard Print Nail Design | Animal Print Nails - NB4325

Tribal Nails Leopard Print French | Animal Print Nails - NB2531
Tribal Nails Leopard Print French | Animal Print Nails - NB2531

Animal Print Toe Nail Designs

Leopard Print for Spring
Leopard Print for Spring

Ego_alinkha

Leopard Print Accents for Toenails | Animal Print Nails - NB4351
Leopard Print Accents for Toenails | Animal Print Nails - NB4351

Gradient Snake Print Nails
Gradient Snake Print Nails

Ego_alinkha

Matching Manicure and Pedicure with Dalmatian Print | Animal Print Nails - NB2010
Matching Manicure and Pedicure with Dalmatian Print | Animal Print Nails - NB2010

Silver and Pink Luxury Nails with Dalmatian Print Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2012
Silver and Pink Luxury Nails with Dalmatian Print Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2012

Gold Nails with Dalmatian Print Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2011
Gold Nails with Dalmatian Print Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2011

What Are the Most Popular Animal Print Effect Nail Art Designs?

Cow Print Nails
Leopard Print Nails
Cheetah Print Nails
Zebra Print Nails
Snake Print Nails
Tiger Print Nails
Giraffe Print Nails

Crocodile Print Nails
Dalmatian Print Nails
Alligator Print Nails
Tortoiseshell Print Nails
Dog Print Nails
Dog Paw Print Nail Art

What Are the Most Popular Nail Designs that Go Well With Animal Print Nails?

Animal Print Nails with Glitter Accents
French Tip
Ombré Nails
Floral Designs
Studs or Rhinestones
Negative Space Designs
Minimalistic Stripe
Checkered Nails

Polka Dots
Gold or Silver Foil
Marble Effect
Abstract Shapes
Color Blocking
Jungle-Themed Designs
Sunset or Gradient Effect
Mismatched Animal Print Designs

How to Choose the Best Colors for Animal Print Nails

It is common to apply animal print nail art in their natural colors. But in modern forms, actual patterns are inspired, and by combining them with various colors, such as multi-colored neon, pastel, chrome, or embellishments like glitter, new designs are created. If picking a color combo is not easy, trying multiple shades of the same color always works well. Give some spring or summer vibes using warmer colors like yellow or orange. Some colors between green and blue stand perfectly on animal print nails for cold seasons. If you can't decide between colors or even prints, just use them all creatively. Having outlines is also popular, using gold or silver.

Tips for Animal Print Nail Designs

You can get creative with the patterns and colors of your designs or keep things simple with one bold color.

Don't go too overboard. When doing an animal print nail design, it's important not to overdo it. If you have a lot of spots or stripes on each nail, they can end up looking too busy and overwhelming.

Do use animal print nails on one or two fingers on each hand, depending on what you're wearing that day. For example, if you have an animal print dress on, try using these nails as a way to tie the outfit together.

Don't wear animal print nails if they don't match your personality or style; they should fit with who you are as an individual! You want people to remember how amazing and unique they are—not how cute their nails were!

Use a top coat over your nail polish to make it last longer.

The Best Animal Print Nail Art Ideas

Nail Design and Art / Animal Print Nails
Animal Print Tropical Nail Art| Tropical-NB-D-237
Animal Print Tropical Nail Art| Tropical-NB-D-237

Silver and Pink Luxury Nails with Dalmatian Print Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2012
Silver and Pink Luxury Nails with Dalmatian Print Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2012

Gold Nails with Dalmatian Print Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2011
Gold Nails with Dalmatian Print Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2011

Matching Manicure and Pedicure with Dalmatian Print | Animal Print Nails - NB2010
Matching Manicure and Pedicure with Dalmatian Print | Animal Print Nails - NB2010

Dalmatian Print Manicure and Pedicure Design with Gold Foil | Animal Print Nails - NB2009
Dalmatian Print Manicure and Pedicure Design with Gold Foil | Animal Print Nails - NB2009

Matte Dalmatian Print Toenails and Finger Nails Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2008
Matte Dalmatian Print Toenails and Finger Nails Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2008

Embellished Orange Nails With Dalmatian Print | Animal Print Nails - NB2007
Embellished Orange Nails With Dalmatian Print | Animal Print Nails - NB2007

Holographic Silver Nails With Dalmatian Print | Animal Print Nails - NB2006
Holographic Silver Nails With Dalmatian Print | Animal Print Nails - NB2006

Peach Fuzz Nails Dalmatian Print Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2005
Peach Fuzz Nails Dalmatian Print Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2005

Yellow Ombre Nails with Dalmatian Print Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2004
Yellow Ombre Nails with Dalmatian Print Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2004

Dalmatian Print Ombre Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB2003
Dalmatian Print Ombre Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB2003

Dalmatian Print Nails Rhinestone Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2002
Dalmatian Print Nails Rhinestone Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2002

Dalmatian Print French Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB2001
Dalmatian Print French Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB2001

Long Dalmatian Print Nail Art | Animal Print Nails - NB2000
Long Dalmatian Print Nail Art | Animal Print Nails - NB2000

Embellished Peach Fuzz Nails with Dalmatian Print | Animal Print Nails - NB1999
Embellished Peach Fuzz Nails with Dalmatian Print | Animal Print Nails - NB1999

Glossy French Nails with Dalmatian Print | Animal Print Nails - NB1998
Glossy French Nails with Dalmatian Print | Animal Print Nails - NB1998

Reverse French Nails Dalmatian Print Design | Animal Print Nails - NB1997
Reverse French Nails Dalmatian Print Design | Animal Print Nails - NB1997

Dalmatian Dog and Print on Pink Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB1996
Dalmatian Dog and Print on Pink Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB1996

Embellished Orange Nails with Dalmatian Print | Animal Print Nails - NB1995
Embellished Orange Nails with Dalmatian Print | Animal Print Nails - NB1995

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The animal print nail trend is still going strong in 2023. There are a lot of trends that we're seeing come and go. And despite being classic, they've been a trend for decades. You can count on animal print nails to be around for a long time.
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