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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

Baby Pink Leo
Baby Pink Leo

Minea.nails

Leopard Print Design for Bling Nails | Leopard Print Nails- NB8090
Leopard Print Design for Bling Nails | Leopard Print Nails- NB8090

Green Nails with Leopard Pattern
Green Nails with Leopard Pattern

Nailed.it.by.amber

Leopard and Fern Nail Art | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1543
Leopard and Fern Nail Art | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1543

French Manicure Giraffe Design | Animal Nails- NB8040
French Manicure Giraffe Design | Animal Nails- NB8040

Red and Black Snake Print Nails
Red and Black Snake Print Nails

Novikova.nailstudio

Neon Green Snake Print Nails | Snake Nails- NB8133
Neon Green Snake Print Nails | Snake Nails- NB8133

Cherry Red Nails with Leopard Design | Fall Nails - NB5725
Cherry Red Nails with Leopard Design | Fall Nails - NB5725

Short Animal Print Nails

Red Zebra Nails
Red Zebra Nails

Alexandracojan.trainer

Dalmatian Print and Neon Nails
Dalmatian Print and Neon Nails

Ego_alinkha

Matte Abstract Animal Print Design
Matte Abstract Animal Print Design

Mur.nails.ekaterina

Short Leopard Print Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB4343
Short Leopard Print Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB4343

Nails with Zoo Patterns
Nails with Zoo Patterns

Belyyhome

Red Accents for Short Yellow Nails | Red Valentine's Nails - NB7274
Red Accents for Short Yellow Nails | Red Valentine's Nails - NB7274

Neon Short Nails
Neon Short Nails

Olga_soloveva._

Animal Print French Nails

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

Zebra-themed Almond Nails
Zebra-themed Almond Nails

Matuszewsk.a

Leopard and Filigree Nail Art | Animal Print Nails - NB2539
Leopard and Filigree Nail Art | Animal Print Nails - NB2539

Dalmatian Print Design on Glossy Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB1989
Dalmatian Print Design on Glossy Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB1989

Diagonal Zebra and Solid Orange Nails
Diagonal Zebra and Solid Orange Nails

Matuszewsk.a

Ombre Filigree and Leopard Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB2540
Ombre Filigree and Leopard Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB2540

Cheetah Twist Nail Art
Cheetah Twist Nail Art

Hnnailsbyhoney

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

Glitter Animal Print Nails

Pink Glitter Nails with Leopard Print Accent | Pink Glitter Nails- NB7649
Pink Glitter Nails with Leopard Print Accent | Pink Glitter Nails- NB7649

Zebra and Leopard Prints with Flower Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2564
Zebra and Leopard Prints with Flower Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2564

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

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

Pastel Green Nails Leopard Design | Leopard Nails- NB8067
Pastel Green Nails Leopard Design | Leopard Nails- NB8067

Embellished Nails Leopard Design | Leopard Nails- NB8077
Embellished Nails Leopard Design | Leopard Nails- NB8077

Wedding Animal Print Nails

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

Dashenkanails

Red Zebra Nails
Red Zebra Nails

Alexandracojan.trainer

Blue Animal Print Nails

Flower and Leopard Print Nail Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2553
Flower and Leopard Print Nail Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2553

Bright Yellow and Blue Leopard Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB2627
Bright Yellow and Blue Leopard Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB2627

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

Leopard on Ombre Pastel Nails
Leopard on Ombre Pastel Nails

Nailed.it.by.amber

Matte Pastel Nails with Leopard Print Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2554
Matte Pastel Nails with Leopard Print Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2554

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

Neon Leopard Nail Design
Neon Leopard Nail Design

Nails_by_evelyn9

Blue Mermaid Glitter Nails for Beach | Glitter Nails - NB4972
Blue Mermaid Glitter Nails for Beach | Glitter Nails - NB4972

Pink Leopard Print Nails

Pink and White Leopard Print Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB4335
Pink and White Leopard Print Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB4335

Red and Pink Nails with Leopard Spots | Animal Print Nails - NB2569
Red and Pink Nails with Leopard Spots | Animal Print Nails - NB2569

Matte Leopard Nail Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2626
Matte Leopard Nail Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2626

Black and Pink Leopard Print Nails Shimmer Design | Animal Print Nails - NB4319
Black and Pink Leopard Print Nails Shimmer Design | Animal Print Nails - NB4319

Matte Pastel Nails with Leopard Print Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2554
Matte Pastel Nails with Leopard Print Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2554

Pink Leopard Nails Glitter Design | Leopard Print Nails- NB8083
Pink Leopard Nails Glitter Design | Leopard Print Nails- NB8083

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

Black and Pink Leopard Nail Design | Animal Print Nails - NB4318
Black and Pink Leopard Nail Design | Animal Print Nails - NB4318

Summer Animal Print Nails

Zebra and Solid Green Nails
Zebra and Solid Green Nails

Belyyhome

Leopard Print Neon Nails
Leopard Print Neon Nails

Melificentnailartistry

Leopard and Foil Nail Art
Leopard and Foil Nail Art

Nailed.it.by.amber

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

Pastel Mermaid Scale with Glitter | Glitter Nails - NB4974
Pastel Mermaid Scale with Glitter | Glitter Nails - NB4974

Summer Fashion Animal Prints
Summer Fashion Animal Prints

Project_paznokcie

Colorful Pastel Leopard Print Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB4326
Colorful Pastel Leopard Print Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB4326

Mismatched Long Neon Nails
Mismatched Long Neon Nails

Lucy_smirnova_nails

Neon Animal Print Nails

Neon Leaf and Leopard Nail Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2631
Neon Leaf and Leopard Nail Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2631

Summer Neon Ombre
Summer Neon Ombre

Dashenkanails

Leopard Gradient Neon Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB2633
Leopard Gradient Neon Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB2633

Mismatched Long Neon Nails
Mismatched Long Neon Nails

Lucy_smirnova_nails

Leopard Print Party Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB2628
Leopard Print Party Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB2628

Neon Green Snake Print Nails | Snake Nails- NB8133
Neon Green Snake Print Nails | Snake Nails- NB8133

Embellished Neon Leopard Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB2561
Embellished Neon Leopard Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB2561

Zebra and Solid Green Nails
Zebra and Solid Green Nails

Belyyhome

Animal Print Fall Nails

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

Novikova.nailstudio

Leopard Print Design for Fall Olive Green Nails | Fall Nails - NB5728
Leopard Print Design for Fall Olive Green Nails | Fall Nails - NB5728

Cherry Red Nails with Leopard Print Accent for Autumn | Fall Nails - NB5731
Cherry Red Nails with Leopard Print Accent for Autumn | Fall Nails - NB5731

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

Black and Cinnamon Tiger-print Nails | Cinnamon Nails - NB6137
Black and Cinnamon Tiger-print Nails | Cinnamon Nails - NB6137

Warm Autumn Leopard Print Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB2600
Warm Autumn Leopard Print Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB2600

Square-shaped Fall Leopard Print Nails | Fall Nails - NB5737
Square-shaped Fall Leopard Print Nails | Fall Nails - NB5737

Animal Print with a Bow
Animal Print with a Bow

Paulina_migdalek

Animal Print Almond Nails

Glossy Black and Red Dalmatian Print Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB1986
Glossy Black and Red Dalmatian Print Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB1986

Armadillo Nail Design| Desert Nail Design-NB-D-622
Armadillo Nail Design| Desert Nail Design-NB-D-622

Cherry Red Nails with Leopard Print Accent for Autumn | Fall Nails - NB5731
Cherry Red Nails with Leopard Print Accent for Autumn | Fall Nails - NB5731

Panther Love Nails
Panther Love Nails

Project_paznokcie

Rose Gold Nails with Heart-shaped Leopard Print Accent | Fall Nails - NB5735
Rose Gold Nails with Heart-shaped Leopard Print Accent | Fall Nails - NB5735

Holographic Nails Mismatched Leopard Design | Anna Customized Nail Designs- NB7260
Holographic Nails Mismatched Leopard Design | Anna Customized Nail Designs- NB7260

Leopard Print Accent on Classy Almond Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB2593
Leopard Print Accent on Classy Almond Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB2593

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

Animal Print Stiletto Nails

Black and Cinnamon Tiger-print Nails | Cinnamon Nails - NB6137
Black and Cinnamon Tiger-print Nails | Cinnamon Nails - NB6137

Horned Lizard Inspired Nail Design| Desert Nail Design-NB-D-633
Horned Lizard Inspired Nail Design| Desert Nail Design-NB-D-633

3D Dragon Nails
3D Dragon Nails

Melificentnailartistry

Desert Horned Lizard Nail Print| Desert Nail Design-NB-D-620
Desert Horned Lizard Nail Print| Desert Nail Design-NB-D-620

Zoo Patterns Combo
Zoo Patterns Combo

Lucy_smirnova_nails

Cruella Dalmation Print Nails
Cruella Dalmation Print Nails

Melificentnailartistry

Matte Ombre Cheetah Nails
Matte Ombre Cheetah Nails

Melificentnailartistry

Pride Month Rainbow Nails
Pride Month Rainbow Nails

Melificentnailartistry

Animal Print Coffin Nails

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

Snake Skin Accents | Snake Nails- NB8137
Snake Skin Accents | Snake Nails- NB8137

Pink Nails Dalmatian Design | Animal Print Nails - NB1979
Pink Nails Dalmatian Design | Animal Print Nails - NB1979

Dalmatian Print Design on Glossy Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB1989
Dalmatian Print Design on Glossy Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB1989

Pink and White Dalmatian Dog and Print Nail Design | Animal Print Nails - NB1970
Pink and White Dalmatian Dog and Print Nail Design | Animal Print Nails - NB1970

Glossy Yellow French Tips with Dalmatian Print Design | Animal Print Nails - NB1973
Glossy Yellow French Tips with Dalmatian Print Design | Animal Print Nails - NB1973

Snake Print Nails

Snake Skin Theme for Black and Gold Nails | Snake Nails- NB8138
Snake Skin Theme for Black and Gold Nails | Snake Nails- NB8138

Snake Print Accent for Nude Nails | Snake Nails- NB8130
Snake Print Accent for Nude Nails | Snake Nails- NB8130

Gradient Snake Print Nails
Gradient Snake Print Nails

Ego_alinkha

Snake-inspired Purple Ombre Nails Design | Purple Ombre Nail Art - NB6518
Snake-inspired Purple Ombre Nails Design | Purple Ombre Nail Art - NB6518

Grounded Nails with Snake Skin Accents | Sherwin William Color Capsule 2025 - NB6384
Grounded Nails with Snake Skin Accents | Sherwin William Color Capsule 2025 - NB6384

Snake Pattern Theme Nails in Black and Orange | Snake Nails- NB8135
Snake Pattern Theme Nails in Black and Orange | Snake Nails- NB8135

Stamped Snake Print Nails
Stamped Snake Print Nails

Dashenkanails

Snake Design for Black and Gold Nails | Snake Nails- NB8128
Snake Design for Black and Gold Nails | Snake Nails- NB8128

Animal Print Toe Nail Designs

Green Nails with Snake Print Pattern
Green Nails with Snake Print Pattern

Ego_alinkha

Leopard Print for Spring
Leopard Print for Spring

Ego_alinkha

Zebra Toenail Design
Zebra Toenail Design

Ego_alinkha

Black and White Cow Print Pedicure Design | Animal Print Nails - NB4382
Black and White Cow Print Pedicure Design | Animal Print Nails - NB4382

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

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

Leopard Print Pedicure Design | Animal Print Nails - NB4350
Leopard Print Pedicure Design | Animal Print Nails - NB4350

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

Nails Blaze / 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

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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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