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Animal Nails

Animal nails sound exactly like nail art designed with animals or animal prints in mind. These designs can include everything from cute little bunnies to bohemian elephants, so there's something for everyone. Overall, animal nail designs are a fun and creative way to show off your love for animals and add a unique touch to your nail art.
Animal nail designs are flexible in terms of design and color. You can choose a specific animal or even mix up different animals to create unique art. Some popular designs that go well with animal nail art designs include paw prints, scales, stripes, and spots. Animal faces or silhouettes can also be incorporated into the design for a more dramatic effect. You can pair the artwork with glitter or rhinestones for a glam effect or combine it with floral or tribal designs for a more eclectic look. General motifs include paw prints, fangs (like an alligator), claws (like a cat or tiger), feathers, horns/antlers (like a deer), and scales (like dragons). A good color combination for animal nails is one where the base color is similar to the animal's natural habitat—for example, yellowish green for frogs or brownish green for turtles. You can also add splashes of contrasting colors. Metallic colors, such as gold or silver, can also add a stylish touch to animal nail designs.
If you've never tried an animal nail design, now's the perfect time! Whether looking for something cute, cuddly, or edgy and fierce, animal nails can help you get there. We'll share some of the best animal nail designs so you can get inspired!

The Best Animal Nail Art Ideas

The Most Popular Animals for Nail Designs

Panda Nails
Bear Paw Nails
Tortoise Shell Nails
Butterfly Wing Nails
Ladybug Nails
Fish Scale Nails
Dragonfly Nails
Eagle Claw Nails
Bee Nails
Spiderweb Nails
Cat Nail Designs

Bat Nails
Owl Nails
Peacock Feather Nails
Flamingo Nail
 Octopus Nails
Jellyfish Nails
Dolphin Nails
Seahorse Nails
Crab Nails
Lobster Nails
Dog Nail Designs

Animal-Inspired Toe Nail Designs

Tropical Parrots Matte Pedicure Nail Design |Tropical-NB-D-444
Tropical Parrots Matte Pedicure Nail Design |Tropical-NB-D-444

Tropical Parrots Minimal Toenail Design |Tropical-NB-D-451
Tropical Parrots Minimal Toenail Design |Tropical-NB-D-451

Qashqai Nails | Persian | Tribal - NB242
Qashqai Nails | Persian | Tribal - NB242

Panda Negative Space Toenails
Panda Negative Space Toenails

Nail_sunny

Tropical Parrots Floral Toenail Design |Tropical-NB-D-453
Tropical Parrots Floral Toenail Design |Tropical-NB-D-453

Easter Pedicure Nail Design with a Bunny | Easter Nails - NB3782
Easter Pedicure Nail Design with a Bunny | Easter Nails - NB3782

What Nail Designs Go Well With Animal Patterns?

How to Choose the Best Colors for Animal Nails

When it comes to animal nail design, the best are those that complement the animal's natural coloring while also accentuating its unique features. First things first: what kind of animal are you going for? Do you want something that looks like a tiger? A lion? A dog? A cat? For example, if you want to paint a lion or an elephant on your nails, you may want to use shades of orange because they are both animals that live in warm climates. If you want to paint a dog or cat, you could use bright colors like green or blue because these animals have short hair, and it will make their coat look even shinier than it already is. It's also important to consider your animal's color naturally before choosing one for them.

Animal Nail Designs for Long Nails

Abstract Peach Fuzz Butterfly Nails | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1796
Abstract Peach Fuzz Butterfly Nails | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1796

Reindeer Design for Silver and White Nails | Christmas Nails - NB1380
Reindeer Design for Silver and White Nails | Christmas Nails - NB1380

Seals and Icebergs Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3145
Seals and Icebergs Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3145

Abstract Woman Portrait with Butterflies
Abstract Woman Portrait with Butterflies

Novikova.nailstudio

Blue Life Underwater Nails | Save the Ocean Nails - NB2818
Blue Life Underwater Nails | Save the Ocean Nails - NB2818

Flower and Butterfly Design Peach Fuzz Nails | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1812
Flower and Butterfly Design Peach Fuzz Nails | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1812

Nails with Silhouette Reindeers in Moonlight | Christmas Nails - NB1381
Nails with Silhouette Reindeers in Moonlight | Christmas Nails - NB1381

Nature-inspired Easter French Nails Design | Easter Nails - NB3496
Nature-inspired Easter French Nails Design | Easter Nails - NB3496

Tips for Animal Nail Designs

Use thin nail art brushes to create intricate details and textures, such as the spots on a leopard pattern or the scales on a snakeskin pattern.

Don't overdo it with animal patterns. Instead, incorporate them into your overall style in a subtle and tasteful way.

Choose colors that complement each other and the animal pattern you are trying to create.

Start with simple designs and gradually move on to more complex ones as you gain experience.

Use reference images to ensure accuracy and attention to detail.

Use glitter or rhinestone embellishments to add dimension and sparkle to your animal nail design.

Animal Nail Designs for Short Nails

Retro Stripes with Animals
Retro Stripes with Animals

Daimondhand

Coloring Book Inspiration Nails
Coloring Book Inspiration Nails

Daimondhand

Cute Animals on Matte Nails
Cute Animals on Matte Nails

Mur.nails.ekaterina

Reindeer with Knit Nails Art | Christmas Nails - NB1369
Reindeer with Knit Nails Art | Christmas Nails - NB1369

Short Winter Nails with Snowy Owls Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3128
Short Winter Nails with Snowy Owls Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3128

Qashqai Nails | Persian | Tribal - NB211
Qashqai Nails | Persian | Tribal - NB211

Glitter Turkey Nail Design | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1208
Glitter Turkey Nail Design | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1208

White Silhouette Marine Life Nails | Save the Ocean Nails - NB2810
White Silhouette Marine Life Nails | Save the Ocean Nails - NB2810

Nail Design and Art / Animal Nails
Mint Green Nails Design with Easter Bunny | Easter Nails - NB3679
Mint Green Nails Design with Easter Bunny | Easter Nails - NB3679

Double French Butterfly Peach Fuzz Nails | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1831
Double French Butterfly Peach Fuzz Nails | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1831

Peach Fuzz Nails with White Tips and Butterflies | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1834
Peach Fuzz Nails with White Tips and Butterflies | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1834

Glitter Nails with Easter Bunnies | Easter Nails - NB3382
Glitter Nails with Easter Bunnies | Easter Nails - NB3382

Peach Fuzz Butterfly Nail Design for Spring | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1822
Peach Fuzz Butterfly Nail Design for Spring | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1822

Double Ombre French Peach Fuzz Nails with Butterfly Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1823
Double Ombre French Peach Fuzz Nails with Butterfly Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1823

Peach Fuzz Manicure with Flower and Butterfly Nail Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1821
Peach Fuzz Manicure with Flower and Butterfly Nail Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1821

Peach Fuzz Butterfly Nails Glitter Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1825
Peach Fuzz Butterfly Nails Glitter Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1825

Embellished Peach Fuzz Butterfly Nail Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1826
Embellished Peach Fuzz Butterfly Nail Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1826

Summer Butterflies
Summer Butterflies

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Peach Fuzz Ballerina Nails with Butterflies | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1806
Peach Fuzz Ballerina Nails with Butterflies | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1806

Black Cat on Fire Ombre Nails | Halloween Cat Nails - NB5909
Black Cat on Fire Ombre Nails | Halloween Cat Nails - NB5909

Butterfly and Flower Peach Fuzz Nail Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1808
Butterfly and Flower Peach Fuzz Nail Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1808

Peach Fuzz Butterfly and Blossom Nail Art | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1792
Peach Fuzz Butterfly and Blossom Nail Art | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1792

Embellished Peach Fuzz French Nails with Butterfly | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1832
Embellished Peach Fuzz French Nails with Butterfly | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1832

Ombre Nails Cute Lambs Design for Easter | Easter Nails - NB3502
Ombre Nails Cute Lambs Design for Easter | Easter Nails - NB3502

Peach Fuzz Butterfly Nails with Green Tips | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1799
Peach Fuzz Butterfly Nails with Green Tips | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1799

Peach Fuzz Butterfly Nails with Black and White Tips | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1785
Peach Fuzz Butterfly Nails with Black and White Tips | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1785

Peach Fuzz Butterfly Nails with Blue and White Tips | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1810
Peach Fuzz Butterfly Nails with Blue and White Tips | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1810

Peach Fuzz Butterfly Nails Glitter Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1788
Peach Fuzz Butterfly Nails Glitter Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1788

Peach Fuzz Butterfly Nails Black French | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1784
Peach Fuzz Butterfly Nails Black French | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1784

Peach Fuzz Butterfly and Filigree Nail Art | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1805
Peach Fuzz Butterfly and Filigree Nail Art | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1805

Funny Bunny
Funny Bunny

Klamaja

Peach Fuzz Glossy Nails with Butterfly | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1794
Peach Fuzz Glossy Nails with Butterfly | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1794

Peach Fuzz Nails with Butterflies | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1787
Peach Fuzz Nails with Butterflies | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1787

Abstract Peach Fuzz Butterfly Nails | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1796
Abstract Peach Fuzz Butterfly Nails | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1796

Peach Fuzz Glossy Butterfly Nails | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1790
Peach Fuzz Glossy Butterfly Nails | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1790

Peach Fuzz Butterfly Nails with Black Tips | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1795
Peach Fuzz Butterfly Nails with Black Tips | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1795

Double French Peach Fuzz Butterfly Nails | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1791
Double French Peach Fuzz Butterfly Nails | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1791

Peach Fuzz Butterfly Nail Art French Manicure | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1786
Peach Fuzz Butterfly Nail Art French Manicure | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1786

Peach Fuzz Butterfly Nails Chevron Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1793
Peach Fuzz Butterfly Nails Chevron Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1793

Peach Fuzz Butterfly Micro French Manicure Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1783
Peach Fuzz Butterfly Micro French Manicure Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1783

Minimal Turkey Nails | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1214
Minimal Turkey Nails | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1214

Diagonal White French Manicure
Diagonal White French Manicure

Matuszewsk.a

Easter French Nails with a Cute Bunny | Easter Nails - NB3495
Easter French Nails with a Cute Bunny | Easter Nails - NB3495

Grid French with Tulip Flower Design for Easter | Easter Nails - NB3663
Grid French with Tulip Flower Design for Easter | Easter Nails - NB3663

Minimal Easter Bunnies and Flowers Nail Design | Easter Nails - NB3466
Minimal Easter Bunnies and Flowers Nail Design | Easter Nails - NB3466

Reindeer with Knit Nails Art | Christmas Nails - NB1369
Reindeer with Knit Nails Art | Christmas Nails - NB1369

Short Simple Leopard Print Nail Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2519
Short Simple Leopard Print Nail Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2519

Penguins Playing in Snow Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3129
Penguins Playing in Snow Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3129

Easter Flower Nails with a Bunny | Easter Nails - NB3465
Easter Flower Nails with a Bunny | Easter Nails - NB3465

Silver and Nude Fox Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3144
Silver and Nude Fox Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3144

Easter Bunny on Nails with Flowers | Easter Nails - NB3545
Easter Bunny on Nails with Flowers | Easter Nails - NB3545

FAQs:

Animal nail designs can be suitable for all ages if they are age-appropriate and done safely and hygienically. Some animal nail designs, such as a cartoon or cute animal designs, can be suitable for children and young adults, while more sophisticated designs featuring animal prints or patterns can be appropriate for older adults.
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