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Bow Nails

Bow nail designs are popular among women who want to create an elegant and classy look or prefer something fun and unique without being too loud or over-the-top. They can be used as an accent nail or as part of an entire set of nails; bow nails are also great for special occasions like weddings or proms! The idea behind this style is to create a design that resembles a bow tie or bow hair clip, with two distinct pieces that come together at one end. They are very easy to achieve and can be the perfect addition to any outfit. Nails with bows on them are a great way to add some flair to your manicure without making the design too complicated or time-consuming.
Bow nails typically include multiple colors and patterns, as well as other motifs such as flowers or butterflies. The most common colors for bow nails are red, pink, white, black, silver, and gold. You can have different colors on each finger or keep them all the same. Next, decide how long or short you want your nails to be—they can either be short with bows at the tips or long with small bows at the ends. Some patterns and embellishments, like stripes, polka dots, kawaii designs, 3D bow nail charms, or rhinestones, go perfectly well with bow nails. They're very easy to do at home and require minimal supplies.
It's time to show off your art. If you need to learn how to do it, you can get some inspiration and do your nails in an elegant way.

Bow Designs on Long Nails

Fudge Cow Print
Fudge Cow Print

Fasia.nails

Peach Fuzz Ballerina Nails with Bow Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1955
Peach Fuzz Ballerina Nails with Bow Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1955

Victoria's Secret Peach Fuzz and Pink Nails with Bow Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1952
Victoria's Secret Peach Fuzz and Pink Nails with Bow Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1952

Striped Peach Fuzz Nails with Bows and Hearts | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1925
Striped Peach Fuzz Nails with Bows and Hearts | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1925

Cute Candy Nail Design for Love Day | Valentine Nails - NB2189
Cute Candy Nail Design for Love Day | Valentine Nails - NB2189

Blue and White Hello Kitty Nails with Bows | Bow Nails - NB5160
Blue and White Hello Kitty Nails with Bows | Bow Nails - NB5160

Snowflakes and a Bow
Snowflakes and a Bow

Sylwia_nailss

Ombre Wedding Nails with Bow Charms | Bow Nails - NB5168
Ombre Wedding Nails with Bow Charms | Bow Nails - NB5168

Bow Designs on Short Nails

Ghost Girl with Blue Glitter Bow Nail Design | Halloween Ghost Nails - NB5965
Ghost Girl with Blue Glitter Bow Nail Design | Halloween Ghost Nails - NB5965

Simple Floral and Bow Design Peach Fuzz Nails | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1945
Simple Floral and Bow Design Peach Fuzz Nails | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1945

Simple Peach Fuzz Flower and Bow Nail Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1923
Simple Peach Fuzz Flower and Bow Nail Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1923

Luxury Bow Design Peach Fuzz Nails for Christmas | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1939
Luxury Bow Design Peach Fuzz Nails for Christmas | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1939

Glossy Peach Fuzz Nails with Bows and Plants | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1960
Glossy Peach Fuzz Nails with Bows and Plants | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1960

Short Hello Kitty Nails | Bow Nails - NB5162
Short Hello Kitty Nails | Bow Nails - NB5162

Peach Fuzz Nails 3D Bow Charms Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1942
Peach Fuzz Nails 3D Bow Charms Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1942

Peach Fuzz and Pink Nails Bow Charms Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1935
Peach Fuzz and Pink Nails Bow Charms Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1935

Wonderful Bow Nail Art Designs for Wedding

Wedding Transparent Nails with Bow Design | Bow Nails - NB5164
Wedding Transparent Nails with Bow Design | Bow Nails - NB5164

Classy Wedding Nails with Bows | Bow Nails - NB5172
Classy Wedding Nails with Bows | Bow Nails - NB5172

Bow Nail Charm Design for Wedding | Bow Nails - NB5166
Bow Nail Charm Design for Wedding | Bow Nails - NB5166

Elegant Wedding Nails with Bows | Bow Nails - NB5167
Elegant Wedding Nails with Bows | Bow Nails - NB5167

Wedding French Nails with a Bow Accent | Bow Nails - NB5165
Wedding French Nails with a Bow Accent | Bow Nails - NB5165

Bow Nail Charm Design for Nude Wedding Nails | Bow Nails - NB5171
Bow Nail Charm Design for Nude Wedding Nails | Bow Nails - NB5171

Embellished Neutral Wedding Nails with Bow Design | Bow Nails - NB5170
Embellished Neutral Wedding Nails with Bow Design | Bow Nails - NB5170

Ombre Wedding Nails with Bow Charms | Bow Nails - NB5168
Ombre Wedding Nails with Bow Charms | Bow Nails - NB5168

Bow Nail Charm

Jack Skellington Nail Design
Jack Skellington Nail Design

Melificentnailartistry

Peach Fuzz Glossy Nails with Bows | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1964
Peach Fuzz Glossy Nails with Bows | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1964

Blue and White Hello Kitty Nails with Bows | Bow Nails - NB5160
Blue and White Hello Kitty Nails with Bows | Bow Nails - NB5160

Minnie Mouse Polka Dot Nails
Minnie Mouse Polka Dot Nails

Melificentnailartistry

Ombre Wedding Nails with Bow Charms | Bow Nails - NB5168
Ombre Wedding Nails with Bow Charms | Bow Nails - NB5168

3D Bow Design for Hello Kitty Nails | Bow Nails - NB5158
3D Bow Design for Hello Kitty Nails | Bow Nails - NB5158

Bow Nail Charm Design for Wedding | Bow Nails - NB5166
Bow Nail Charm Design for Wedding | Bow Nails - NB5166

Blue and Peach Fuzz Bows Nail Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1956
Blue and Peach Fuzz Bows Nail Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1956

Pink Nails with Bow

Peach Fuzz Dots Nail Design with A Bow Accent Nail | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1963
Peach Fuzz Dots Nail Design with A Bow Accent Nail | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1963

X-long Peach Fuzz Bow Nails | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1944
X-long Peach Fuzz Bow Nails | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1944

Peach Fuzz Nails with Polka Dots and Bow Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1946
Peach Fuzz Nails with Polka Dots and Bow Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1946

Simple Peach Fuzz Flower and Bow Nail Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1923
Simple Peach Fuzz Flower and Bow Nail Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1923

Peach Fuzz Nails Gold Bow Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1954
Peach Fuzz Nails Gold Bow Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1954

Blue and Peach Fuzz Bows Nail Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1956
Blue and Peach Fuzz Bows Nail Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1956

Red and Pink Sweetheart Nails for Valentine | Valentine Nails - NB2199
Red and Pink Sweetheart Nails for Valentine | Valentine Nails - NB2199

Peach Fuzz Nails with Bow Charm | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1930
Peach Fuzz Nails with Bow Charm | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1930

3D Bow Nail Art

Cute French Nails with Bows | French Nails - NB5553
Cute French Nails with Bows | French Nails - NB5553

3D Bow Design for Hello Kitty Nails | Bow Nails - NB5158
3D Bow Design for Hello Kitty Nails | Bow Nails - NB5158

Cute Candy Nail Design for Love Day | Valentine Nails - NB2189
Cute Candy Nail Design for Love Day | Valentine Nails - NB2189

Ombre Nails with Hello Kitty Design | Bow Nails - NB5163
Ombre Nails with Hello Kitty Design | Bow Nails - NB5163

3D Embellished Heart Candies on Nails | Valentine Nails - NB2290
3D Embellished Heart Candies on Nails | Valentine Nails - NB2290

Peach Fuzz Nails with Bow Charm | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1930
Peach Fuzz Nails with Bow Charm | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1930

Peach Fuzz Short Nails with 3D Bow | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1927
Peach Fuzz Short Nails with 3D Bow | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1927

Blue and White Hello Kitty Nails with Bows | Bow Nails - NB5160
Blue and White Hello Kitty Nails with Bows | Bow Nails - NB5160

Black Nails with Bows

Jack Skellington Nail Design
Jack Skellington Nail Design

Melificentnailartistry

Bow Christmas Nails

Snowflakes and a Bow
Snowflakes and a Bow

Sylwia_nailss

Luxury Bow Design Peach Fuzz Nails for Christmas | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1939
Luxury Bow Design Peach Fuzz Nails for Christmas | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1939

Outline Nails with Gingerbread Design | Christmas Gingerbread Nails - NB6797
Outline Nails with Gingerbread Design | Christmas Gingerbread Nails - NB6797

Santa Claus Coca Cola Nails
Santa Claus Coca Cola Nails

Nna_naomynailart_official

Dark Xmas Nails
Dark Xmas Nails

Melificentnailartistry

Cute Bow Nails

Adorable Ghosts on Nails | Halloween Ghost Nails - NB5956
Adorable Ghosts on Nails | Halloween Ghost Nails - NB5956

White Bunny Girl Nail Design | Arina's Unique Nail Story - NB6462
White Bunny Girl Nail Design | Arina's Unique Nail Story - NB6462

Ghost Girl with Blue Glitter Bow Nail Design | Halloween Ghost Nails - NB5965
Ghost Girl with Blue Glitter Bow Nail Design | Halloween Ghost Nails - NB5965

Peach Fuzz and White Nails Polka Dots and Bows Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1951
Peach Fuzz and White Nails Polka Dots and Bows Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1951

Peach Fuzz Nails with God Bow Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1922
Peach Fuzz Nails with God Bow Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1922

Cute Hello Kitty White Nails | Bow Nails - NB5156
Cute Hello Kitty White Nails | Bow Nails - NB5156

Hello Kitty Bow Nails Design | Bow Nails - NB5157
Hello Kitty Bow Nails Design | Bow Nails - NB5157

Cute French Nails with Bows | French Nails - NB5553
Cute French Nails with Bows | French Nails - NB5553

French Nails with Bow

Minnie Mouse Polka Dot Nails
Minnie Mouse Polka Dot Nails

Melificentnailartistry

Cute French Nails with Bows | French Nails - NB5553
Cute French Nails with Bows | French Nails - NB5553

Wedding French Nails with a Bow Accent | Bow Nails - NB5165
Wedding French Nails with a Bow Accent | Bow Nails - NB5165

White French Tips and Bows for Wedding | Bow Nails - NB5169
White French Tips and Bows for Wedding | Bow Nails - NB5169

Cute Pink and Peach Fuzz hearts and Bows Nail Art | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1937
Cute Pink and Peach Fuzz hearts and Bows Nail Art | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1937

Cute Pink French Manicure Design | French Nails - NB5550
Cute Pink French Manicure Design | French Nails - NB5550

Peach Fuzz Nails French Tips Bow Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1965
Peach Fuzz Nails French Tips Bow Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1965

Peach Fuzz French Manicure Bow Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1953
Peach Fuzz French Manicure Bow Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1953

Hello Kitty Bow Nails

White Hello Kitty and Bow Nails | Bow Nails - NB5161
White Hello Kitty and Bow Nails | Bow Nails - NB5161

Cute Hello Kitty White Nails | Bow Nails - NB5156
Cute Hello Kitty White Nails | Bow Nails - NB5156

Blue and White Hello Kitty Nails with Bows | Bow Nails - NB5160
Blue and White Hello Kitty Nails with Bows | Bow Nails - NB5160

3D Bow Design for Hello Kitty Nails | Bow Nails - NB5158
3D Bow Design for Hello Kitty Nails | Bow Nails - NB5158

Ombre Nails with Hello Kitty Design | Bow Nails - NB5163
Ombre Nails with Hello Kitty Design | Bow Nails - NB5163

Hello Kitty Bow Nails Design | Bow Nails - NB5157
Hello Kitty Bow Nails Design | Bow Nails - NB5157

Hello Kitty French Nails Design | Bow Nails - NB5159
Hello Kitty French Nails Design | Bow Nails - NB5159

Short Hello Kitty Nails | Bow Nails - NB5162
Short Hello Kitty Nails | Bow Nails - NB5162

Nails with Bows and Rhinestones

Animal Print with a Bow
Animal Print with a Bow

Paulina_migdalek

Short Hello Kitty Nails | Bow Nails - NB5162
Short Hello Kitty Nails | Bow Nails - NB5162

Minnie Mouse Disneyland Nails
Minnie Mouse Disneyland Nails

Hnnailsbyhoney

Minnie Mouse Polka Dot Nails
Minnie Mouse Polka Dot Nails

Melificentnailartistry

Red Nails with Bow

Dark Xmas Nails
Dark Xmas Nails

Melificentnailartistry

Minnie Mouse Polka Dot Nails
Minnie Mouse Polka Dot Nails

Melificentnailartistry

Minnie Mouse | Cartoon Nails - NB21
Minnie Mouse | Cartoon Nails - NB21

Santa Claus Coca Cola Nails
Santa Claus Coca Cola Nails

Nna_naomynailart_official

Red and Pink Sweetheart Nails for Valentine | Valentine Nails - NB2199
Red and Pink Sweetheart Nails for Valentine | Valentine Nails - NB2199

Simple Bow Nail Design

Bow Nail Charm Design for Nude Wedding Nails | Bow Nails - NB5171
Bow Nail Charm Design for Nude Wedding Nails | Bow Nails - NB5171

Silver Bow Charms on Peach Fuzz Nails | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1938
Silver Bow Charms on Peach Fuzz Nails | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1938

Peach Fuzz Short Nails with 3D Bow | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1927
Peach Fuzz Short Nails with 3D Bow | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1927

Peach Fuzz Nails with God Bow Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1922
Peach Fuzz Nails with God Bow Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1922

Luxury Bow Design Peach Fuzz Nails for Christmas | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1939
Luxury Bow Design Peach Fuzz Nails for Christmas | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1939

Peach Fuzz and Pink Nails Bow Charms Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1935
Peach Fuzz and Pink Nails Bow Charms Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1935

Peach Fuzz French Manicure Bow Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1953
Peach Fuzz French Manicure Bow Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1953

Ghost Girl with Blue Glitter Bow Nail Design | Halloween Ghost Nails - NB5965
Ghost Girl with Blue Glitter Bow Nail Design | Halloween Ghost Nails - NB5965

White Nails with Bow

Minnie Mouse | Cartoon Nails - NB29
Minnie Mouse | Cartoon Nails - NB29

White Bunny Boy Nail Design | Arina's Unique Nail Story - NB6460
White Bunny Boy Nail Design | Arina's Unique Nail Story - NB6460

Minimal Girl Illustration and a Bow on Peach Fuzz Nails | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1950
Minimal Girl Illustration and a Bow on Peach Fuzz Nails | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1950

Peach Fuzz and White Nails Polka Dots and Bows Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1951
Peach Fuzz and White Nails Polka Dots and Bows Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1951

White Hello Kitty and Bow Nails | Bow Nails - NB5161
White Hello Kitty and Bow Nails | Bow Nails - NB5161

Cute Hello Kitty White Nails | Bow Nails - NB5156
Cute Hello Kitty White Nails | Bow Nails - NB5156

Ombre Nails with Hello Kitty Design | Bow Nails - NB5163
Ombre Nails with Hello Kitty Design | Bow Nails - NB5163

Blue and White Hello Kitty Nails with Bows | Bow Nails - NB5160
Blue and White Hello Kitty Nails with Bows | Bow Nails - NB5160

Cute Bow Design for Toenails

What Are the Most Popular Bow Nail Designs?

Christmas Bow Nails
3D Bow Nail Art
Nails With Bows and Rhinestones
Heart and Bow Nails
Minnie Mouse Bow Nails
French Manicure With Bows

Tiffany Bow Nails
Nail Designs With Bows and Diamonds
Hello Kitty Bow Nails
Ombre Bow Nails
Minimalist Bow Nail Designs

How to Create a Bow Tie Nail Design

The first thing you'll need is the base color for your bowtie nails. This should be a neutral color like beige or white so that it will match any outfit you wear without being too bright or distracting from your outfit. Then add some texture using glitter polish or metallic flakes to create a subtle shine on top of your base coat. Then take whatever color(s) you'd like from there and use them to create a bow on top of your base coat using free-hand painting techniques (using stencils if necessary).
The trickiest part about creating a bow-shaped design is finding exactly how big it needs to be to look good on your nails. If you make it too small, it will look blurry when you look at it from further away; but if you make it too large, there might be gaps between each bow shape which makes the design look messy and less appealing overall.

How to Choose the Best Colors for Bow Nails

There are tons of options available when it comes to choosing colors and combinations for bow nail designs! When choosing the perfect colors for bow nail designs, it's important to consider what you're going for. If you want something fun and vibrant that's very bright and eye-catching, you might choose a color like hot pink or yellow. If you're looking for something slightly more subtle, consider pastels like light pink or mint green. You can also play around with different color combinations when creating bow nails. Or try pairing bright colors with neutral tones or even just using one accent color on top of another lighter shade of polish. For an accent nail design, use a single color for all of your nails except one--then use that one nail as the focal point for your design by painting it in another color. This will draw attention away from any imperfections in your technique and give each nail its own personality.

Here are some color combinations that go well with bow nail designs:

Black bow and pink
Black bow and white
Black bow and nude
Black bow and purple
Black bow and red
Red bow and white

White bow and nude
White bow and black
White bow and pink
White bow and red
Silver bow and blue
Silver bow and purple

Tips for Bow Nail Designs

Mix different shades of one color together for a unique look that will make heads turn wherever you go!

Nail beds that are wider or shorter will require different color combinations than those with more of an oval shape.

The main component of any bow nail design is obviously the bow itself. This part of your design must look as realistic as possible, so make sure you're using colors that complement each other well and aren't too bright or dark. This way, they don't distract from the rest of your outfit when wearing them out.

Choose a color that will look good with your skin tone.

Don't try to make your bows too perfect. If they look too uniform or symmetrical, you'll lose some of the charms of this style.

Don't use too much glitter in your design, or it will look messy.

Use clean, sharp lines when drawing your bow shape. This will make the design more professional-looking and help it last longer.

The Best Bow Nail Art Ideas

Mistletoe Green and White Nails
Mistletoe Green and White Nails

Klamaja

Minnie Mouse Disneyland Nails
Minnie Mouse Disneyland Nails

Hnnailsbyhoney

Eeyore | Winnie the Pooh
Eeyore | Winnie the Pooh

Fasia.nails

Fudge Cow Print
Fudge Cow Print

Fasia.nails

FAQs:

There are many fun and cute patterns for bow nail designs, from simple to intricate. Here are some for inspiration:
- A diamond shape on the ring finger, with a heart on top of it
- A bow in the middle of your nail and dots around it
- Polka dots and bow accent nails
- The half-moon bow nail design
- 3D bow with outlined nails
- Bow and lace nail design
Let Us Know Your Ideas and Suggestions