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Blue Nails

Blue nails are often chosen by women who want an elegant look that is also fun to wear. Women who like to wear bright colors may choose this color because it complements their wardrobe while still providing a professional appearance at work or school. They are easy to match with other colors, so they are a great option for creating a unique look. Blue is an amazing color that can be worn year-round, but it's especially great for summer! It's a cool color that can help you feel refreshed after a long day at work. It also helps calm  your nerves before a big meeting or event. Blue is one of the most popular nail colors because it reminds people of water and the sky—two things that are universally appealing.
Blue is a soft color and can be used for many different styles of nails. Blue nail designs don't just cover your entire nail with paint; instead, they often combine different shades and textures to create a unique, eye-catching look. There are many shades of blue that you can choose from. You can get a classic natural look with a light shade of blue or go bold with a dark shade. You can go with a dark color or light, depending on your preference. The most popular shades of blue are navy blue, sky blue, and baby blue.
If you love nail designs with blue, we've got a list of the most popular shades to find the right one for your style!

The Most Popular Shades of Blue Nails

Baby Blue Nails

Blue Floral Manicure
Blue Floral Manicure

Paulina_migdalek

Outline Leaf Nail Designs
Outline Leaf Nail Designs

Project_paznokcie

Surf Nails
Surf Nails

Daimondhand

Light Blue Ghost
Light Blue Ghost

Matuszewsk.a

Stamping for Winter
Stamping for Winter

Blondivika_nsk

Baby Blue and Baby Pink Candy Nails for Valentine | Valentine Nails - NB2286
Baby Blue and Baby Pink Candy Nails for Valentine | Valentine Nails - NB2286

Chic Modern Nails
Chic Modern Nails

Irina_rain

Cornflower Blue Nails

Hand-painted Smurf Nails
Hand-painted Smurf Nails

Fasia.nails

Blue Abstract Nails with Foil
Blue Abstract Nails with Foil

Beauty_nail_kostroma

Spongebob Nails
Spongebob Nails

Fasia.nails

Mocha Mousse and Cornflower Blue Nails Abstract Design | Color of the Year 2025 - NB6907
Mocha Mousse and Cornflower Blue Nails Abstract Design | Color of the Year 2025 - NB6907

Latin English Alphabet Nails
Latin English Alphabet Nails

Merkyri.nails

Gradient Blue Double Mani
Gradient Blue Double Mani

Dashenkanails

Matte Blue Nails with Leaves
Matte Blue Nails with Leaves

Mur.nails.ekaterina

Cute Spring Sheep
Cute Spring Sheep

Paulina_migdalek

Dusty Blue Nails

Stamped Floral Nail Design
Stamped Floral Nail Design

Mur.nails.ekaterina

Dusty Blue and Maroon Color Nail Design for Bridesmaid | Wedding-NB-D-575
Dusty Blue and Maroon Color Nail Design for Bridesmaid | Wedding-NB-D-575

Garfield Pop Art Nail Design
Garfield Pop Art Nail Design

Merkyri.nails

Blue Nails with Crystal Design | Spring Blue Nails- NB7991
Blue Nails with Crystal Design | Spring Blue Nails- NB7991

Hercules Pain and Panic Nails
Hercules Pain and Panic Nails

Nna_naomynailart_official

Stiletto Marble Glass Nails
Stiletto Marble Glass Nails

Melificentnailartistry

Blue Abstract Foil Nails
Blue Abstract Foil Nails

Alexandracojan.trainer

Dusty Blue and Sky Blue Nails with Leaves | Blue Nails- NB7992
Dusty Blue and Sky Blue Nails with Leaves | Blue Nails- NB7992

Midnight Blue Nails

Blue Stone for Entire Nail
Blue Stone for Entire Nail

Korelviktoria

Glossy Peace Nail
Glossy Peace Nail

Ego_alinkha

Simple Vertical Glitter Line
Simple Vertical Glitter Line

Sylwia_nailss

Blue Christmas Plaid Nails
Blue Christmas Plaid Nails

Melificentnailartistry

Blue Nails with Black Tips
Blue Nails with Black Tips

Korelviktoria

White and Blue Heart Nails
White and Blue Heart Nails

Getman.nails

Sally and Zero Nightmare Nails
Sally and Zero Nightmare Nails

Nna_naomynailart_official

Gray Selburose Winter Nails
Gray Selburose Winter Nails

Melificentnailartistry

Navy Blue Nails

Color Splash Chrome Nails
Color Splash Chrome Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Blue Nails Modern Design | Foil Nails - NB4096
Blue Nails Modern Design | Foil Nails - NB4096

Bird on Ombre Nails
Bird on Ombre Nails

Sylwia_nailss

Fuchsia and Navy Devil Eye Nail
Fuchsia and Navy Devil Eye Nail

Project_paznokcie

Midnight Blue Nails with Leopard Print Accent | Leopard Print Nails- NB8089
Midnight Blue Nails with Leopard Print Accent | Leopard Print Nails- NB8089

Navy Blue Shimmer Nails with Gold Foil Design | Foil Nails - NB4100
Navy Blue Shimmer Nails with Gold Foil Design | Foil Nails - NB4100

Marine Style Nails
Marine Style Nails

Nails_by_evelyn9

Winter with Raccoon
Winter with Raccoon

Sylwia_nailss

Petrol Nails

Jungle Green Tips
Jungle Green Tips

Fasia.nails

Tropical Khaki Green Nails
Tropical Khaki Green Nails

Novikova.nailstudio

Tropical Nature Sunset Nail Design| Tropical-NB-D-116
Tropical Nature Sunset Nail Design| Tropical-NB-D-116

X-long Stiletto with Confetti
X-long Stiletto with Confetti

_gabrielamanole

Winter Landscape
Winter Landscape

Paulina_migdalek

Edge-shaped Nails with Ombre Tips
Edge-shaped Nails with Ombre Tips

Molnar.mariann

Tom and Jerry | Cartoon Nails - NB137
Tom and Jerry | Cartoon Nails - NB137

Royal Blue Nails

Matte Blue Cartoon Nails
Matte Blue Cartoon Nails

Nailed.it.by.amber

Winter Landscape
Winter Landscape

Paulina_migdalek

Hand-Painted Romantic Autumn
Hand-Painted Romantic Autumn

Gallinaz_nail

Blue Leaf and Feather Nail Designs
Blue Leaf and Feather Nail Designs

Getman.nails

Gradient Nails with Minimal Chrome
Gradient Nails with Minimal Chrome

Dashenkanails

Glossy Neon Outline Design
Glossy Neon Outline Design

Merkyri.nails

Sunflower Nail Design
Sunflower Nail Design

Sylwia_nailss

Velvet Glossy Blue
Velvet Glossy Blue

Alexandracojan.trainer

Sky Blue Nails

Pastel Neon Drips for Graffiti Nail Design | Graffiti Nails - NB2915
Pastel Neon Drips for Graffiti Nail Design | Graffiti Nails - NB2915

Textured Milky Blue and White Nails
Textured Milky Blue and White Nails

Getman.nails

Gradient Lemon Yellow and Sky Blue Nails with Embellishments | Spring Nails- NB7961
Gradient Lemon Yellow and Sky Blue Nails with Embellishments | Spring Nails- NB7961

Blue Nails with Ring Finger Design | Blue Nails- NB7993
Blue Nails with Ring Finger Design | Blue Nails- NB7993

Earthy Tone Matte Nails
Earthy Tone Matte Nails

Belyyhome

Butterflies Silhouette Design with Rhinestones
Butterflies Silhouette Design with Rhinestones

Mari_mari_nailart

Grinch and Max the Dog Nails
Grinch and Max the Dog Nails

Nna_naomynailart_official

Winter Stiletto Nails
Winter Stiletto Nails

Olga_soloveva._

Teal Nails

Tom and Jerry | Cartoon Nails - NB150
Tom and Jerry | Cartoon Nails - NB150

Half Matte Half Glossy Nails
Half Matte Half Glossy Nails

Irina_rain

Honeymoon Toenail Design|Wedding-NB-D-460
Honeymoon Toenail Design|Wedding-NB-D-460

Bridal Shower Colorful Nail Design | Wedding-NB-D-72
Bridal Shower Colorful Nail Design | Wedding-NB-D-72

Leaves on Short Natural Nails
Leaves on Short Natural Nails

Fasia.nails

Fall Gradient Snake Print Nails
Fall Gradient Snake Print Nails

Ego_alinkha

Mismatched Leaves
Mismatched Leaves

Blondivika_nsk

Blue Ombre Sparkle Nails
Blue Ombre Sparkle Nails

Sylwia_nailss

Tiffany Blue Nails

Water Splatter Art
Water Splatter Art

Blondivika_nsk

Blue Nails with Rose Gold and Pastel Lavender Design | Tiffany Blue Nails- NB7982
Blue Nails with Rose Gold and Pastel Lavender Design | Tiffany Blue Nails- NB7982

Blue Nails Pink Flower Design | Tiffany Blue Nails- NB7976
Blue Nails Pink Flower Design | Tiffany Blue Nails- NB7976

Hand Painted Eyes and Pokémon Nails
Hand Painted Eyes and Pokémon Nails

_beautbybee

Blue Gradient French Tips
Blue Gradient French Tips

Molnar.mariann

Blue Nails with Tiny Silhouette Flowers for Spring | Tiffany Blue Nails- NB7978
Blue Nails with Tiny Silhouette Flowers for Spring | Tiffany Blue Nails- NB7978

Velvet Base Coat French
Velvet Base Coat French

Olga_soloveva._

Beach Wedding Pastel Neon Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-53
Beach Wedding Pastel Neon Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-53

Turquoise Nails

Bakhtiari Nails | Persian | Tribal - NB295
Bakhtiari Nails | Persian | Tribal - NB295

Geometric Tribal Nails
Geometric Tribal Nails

Mari_mari_nailart

Turquoise Green Ombre Nails Design | Green Ombre Nails - NB6498
Turquoise Green Ombre Nails Design | Green Ombre Nails - NB6498

Ocean-effect Negative Space Nails
Ocean-effect Negative Space Nails

Getman.nails

Beach Wedding Tonail Wave Design|Wedding-NB-D-488
Beach Wedding Tonail Wave Design|Wedding-NB-D-488

Tropical Flower with Animal Print Nail Design| Tropical-NB-D-220
Tropical Flower with Animal Print Nail Design| Tropical-NB-D-220

Turquoise Color with Tropical Parrots Nail Design |Tropical-NB-D-446
Turquoise Color with Tropical Parrots Nail Design |Tropical-NB-D-446

What Are the Most Popular Nail Designs With Blue?

Blue French Tips
Blue Ombre Nails
Sparkle Blue Nails
Glitter Gradient Blue Nails
Blue Nails With Metallic Foil
Beach Blue Nails
Sky Blue Nails
Blue Christmas Nails
Blue Flower Nails
Chrome Blue Nails
Blue Swirls Nail Art
Blue Striped Nails
Blue Aurora Nails
Blue Cloud Nails
Blue Watercolor Nails
Blue Chevron Nails

Long Blue Nails

Salmon-inspired Haida Gwaii Nail Design | Canadian | Tribal - NB1847
Salmon-inspired Haida Gwaii Nail Design | Canadian | Tribal - NB1847

Scary Trees Nails | Halloween - NB720
Scary Trees Nails | Halloween - NB720

Spongebob Sky Flower Nails| Cartoon - NB774
Spongebob Sky Flower Nails| Cartoon - NB774

French Nails Design Against Ocean and Beach Plastic Pollution | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3093
French Nails Design Against Ocean and Beach Plastic Pollution | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3093

Hibiscus Accents for Matte Blue Nails | Flower Nails - NB3913
Hibiscus Accents for Matte Blue Nails | Flower Nails - NB3913

Climate Change and Cities with More Heat Nail Art | Climate Crisis Nails - NB3009
Climate Change and Cities with More Heat Nail Art | Climate Crisis Nails - NB3009

Haida Gwaii Salmon Motif Nail Design | Canadian | Tribal - NB1849
Haida Gwaii Salmon Motif Nail Design | Canadian | Tribal - NB1849

Reindeer in a Snowy Day Nail Design | Christmas Nails - NB1390
Reindeer in a Snowy Day Nail Design | Christmas Nails - NB1390

Short Blue Nails

LEGO Male and Female Astronaut Minifigures Nail Design | Game Nails - NB2737
LEGO Male and Female Astronaut Minifigures Nail Design | Game Nails - NB2737

Ombre Pastel Birthday Nails Design | Birthday Nails - NB5092
Ombre Pastel Birthday Nails Design | Birthday Nails - NB5092

Ombre Nails Coral Reefs Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB2846
Ombre Nails Coral Reefs Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB2846

Homage to Square Inspiration
Homage to Square Inspiration

Daimondhand

Qashqai Nails | Persian | Tribal - NB206
Qashqai Nails | Persian | Tribal - NB206

Environmental Conservation 3D Nail Design | Climate Crisis Nails - NB2693
Environmental Conservation 3D Nail Design | Climate Crisis Nails - NB2693

Short Mermaid Scale Nails Design | Beach Nails- NB8306
Short Mermaid Scale Nails Design | Beach Nails- NB8306

Clean Energy Wind Turbine Nail Design | Climate Crisis Nails - NB2807
Clean Energy Wind Turbine Nail Design | Climate Crisis Nails - NB2807

Blue Toe Nails

Honeymoon Toenail Design|Wedding-NB-D-460
Honeymoon Toenail Design|Wedding-NB-D-460

Abstract Summer Blue Toenails
Abstract Summer Blue Toenails

Ego_alinkha

Beach Wedding Tonail Wave Design|Wedding-NB-D-488
Beach Wedding Tonail Wave Design|Wedding-NB-D-488

Toenails Neon Heart Design | Heart Nails - NB4828
Toenails Neon Heart Design | Heart Nails - NB4828

Silhouette Surfer Nail Art | Sport | Travel and Tourism - NB961
Silhouette Surfer Nail Art | Sport | Travel and Tourism - NB961

Simple Easter Pedicure Nails Design | Easter Nails - NB3785
Simple Easter Pedicure Nails Design | Easter Nails - NB3785

Bakhtiari Nails | Persian | Tribal - NB318
Bakhtiari Nails | Persian | Tribal - NB318

Color Blocking Nail Art on Toes
Color Blocking Nail Art on Toes

Nail_sunny

How to Choose the Best Color Combinations for Blue Nails

Blue is known as a cold color, which means that it has more yellow than red in it. This makes it particularly good for spring and summer outfits because it's easy on the eyes and doesn't draw too much attention away from whatever you're wearing. Blue can also be used as an accent color in winter and fall outfits because it's not as harsh as other colors like black or red can be. But when choosing a blue nail polish, there are some things you'll need to consider first before deciding on what shade will work best for you.
If you're looking for something simple yet elegant, consider using dark shades of blue as an accent color on top of lighter shades of blue or white. These colors will give your nails texture and depth without being too overpowering or distracting from other elements in the design. If you want something more colorful, try pairing dark shades of blue with other bright colors like reds or yellows. This will give your nails an unexpected twist but still look beautiful when paired together!
If you have a pale skin tone, try using a very light blue with white or silver glitter. This will make your hands look as if they're glowing. If you have darker skin, go for a darker shade of blue with silver glitter or holographic glitter.
The most popular color combinations for blue nails are:
Blue and white
Blue and black
Blue, white, and black
Blue and orange
Blue and gold
Blue and silver
Blue and gray
Blue and purple
Blue, red, and white
Blue and pink
Blue and yellow

Tips for Blue Nail Designs

Pairing blues with other colors is one of the easiest ways to create an amazing look. Try pairing your blue with browns or purples for a deep and rich look, or use pinks and yellows for something fun and feminine!
Different textures like matte or glossy finishes and holographic glitters can add effect! Adding texture to your nails makes them stand out more than just painting them blue!
Don't use too many colors at once. You don't want to get too complicated with your design or have so many colors going on that it distracts from the main event—your gorgeous blue nails! Keep it simple with just one or two other colors.
If you're using multiple colors on your nails, consider using white as an accent nail to really bring out the blue in all its glory. It's also another way to keep things simple without sacrificing style points; if there's one thing we know about fashionistas, it's that they love simplicity!

The Best Blue Nail Art Ideas

Glitter Design Mix and Match Nails for Winter | Cute Winter Nails - NB6699
Glitter Design Mix and Match Nails for Winter | Cute Winter Nails - NB6699

Cute Purple Nails Design | Cute Winter Nails - NB6690
Cute Purple Nails Design | Cute Winter Nails - NB6690

Classy Filigree Nail Art for Winter | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6657
Classy Filigree Nail Art for Winter | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6657

Square Nails Ombre Glitter Design | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6654
Square Nails Ombre Glitter Design | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6654

Nails with Simple Mickey Mouse Design | Cartoon Nails - NB6638
Nails with Simple Mickey Mouse Design | Cartoon Nails - NB6638

Mix and Match Mickey Mouse Nails | Cartoon Nails - NB6635
Mix and Match Mickey Mouse Nails | Cartoon Nails - NB6635

Short Mickey Mouse Nails with Rhinestones | Cartoon Nails - NB6634
Short Mickey Mouse Nails with Rhinestones | Cartoon Nails - NB6634

Mickey Mouse Nails Watercolor Design | Cartoon Nails - NB6632
Mickey Mouse Nails Watercolor Design | Cartoon Nails - NB6632

Winter Theme Mix & Match Nails Design | Classy Winter Nails - NB6618
Winter Theme Mix & Match Nails Design | Classy Winter Nails - NB6618

Frozen Snow Winter Sparkling Nails | Classy Winter Nails - NB6605
Frozen Snow Winter Sparkling Nails | Classy Winter Nails - NB6605

Black and White Nails Winter Design | Classy Winter Nails - NB6603
Black and White Nails Winter Design | Classy Winter Nails - NB6603

Gold Snowflake for Matte Nails Design | Classy Winter Nails - NB6601
Gold Snowflake for Matte Nails Design | Classy Winter Nails - NB6601

Classy Winter Nails with 3D Leaves | Classy Winter Nails - NB6599
Classy Winter Nails with 3D Leaves | Classy Winter Nails - NB6599

Turquoise Green Ombre Nails Design | Green Ombre Nails - NB6498
Turquoise Green Ombre Nails Design | Green Ombre Nails - NB6498

Nails for Her Love for Literature and Travel | Arina
Nails for Her Love for Literature and Travel | Arina's Unique Nail Story - NB6463

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

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

Mismatched Summer Fun Nails Design | Arina
Mismatched Summer Fun Nails Design | Arina's Unique Nail Story - NB6457

Rainy Day Joy Nails Design | Arina
Rainy Day Joy Nails Design | Arina's Unique Nail Story - NB6454

Rhinestone Design for Watercolor Nails | Yellow Birthday Nails - NB6448
Rhinestone Design for Watercolor Nails | Yellow Birthday Nails - NB6448

Fall Season Nails Design | Thanksgiving Harvest Nails - NB6336
Fall Season Nails Design | Thanksgiving Harvest Nails - NB6336

Ombre Nails Fall Leaves Design | Thanksgiving Harvest Nails - NB6319
Ombre Nails Fall Leaves Design | Thanksgiving Harvest Nails - NB6319

Wheat and Flower Nails Design | Thanksgiving Wheat Nails - NB6305
Wheat and Flower Nails Design | Thanksgiving Wheat Nails - NB6305

Wheat Design for Stylish Short Nails | Thanksgiving Wheat Nails - NB6289
Wheat Design for Stylish Short Nails | Thanksgiving Wheat Nails - NB6289

Easy to Do Turkey Nails | Thanksgiving Turkey Nails - NB6258
Easy to Do Turkey Nails | Thanksgiving Turkey Nails - NB6258

Gold Stripes for Cute Short Nails | Classy Birthday Nails - NB6176
Gold Stripes for Cute Short Nails | Classy Birthday Nails - NB6176

Mix and Match Cinnamon Nails | Cinnamon Nails - NB6141
Mix and Match Cinnamon Nails | Cinnamon Nails - NB6141

Cinnamon Slate Color Blocking Nails | Benjamin Moore Color Trend 2025 - NB6089
Cinnamon Slate Color Blocking Nails | Benjamin Moore Color Trend 2025 - NB6089

Star Pattern Long Square Nails | Birthday Star Nails - NB6081
Star Pattern Long Square Nails | Birthday Star Nails - NB6081

Russian Almond Birthday Nails with Confetti | Birthday Confetti Nails - NB6057
Russian Almond Birthday Nails with Confetti | Birthday Confetti Nails - NB6057

Balloons for Soft Pastel Nails | Birthday Balloon Nails - NB6052
Balloons for Soft Pastel Nails | Birthday Balloon Nails - NB6052

Cute Pastel Balloon Nails | Birthday Balloon Nails - NB6050
Cute Pastel Balloon Nails | Birthday Balloon Nails - NB6050

Religious Cross Nails Design with Pink Roses | Cross Nails - NB6046
Religious Cross Nails Design with Pink Roses | Cross Nails - NB6046

Embellished Nails Cross Design | Cross Nails - NB6037
Embellished Nails Cross Design | Cross Nails - NB6037

Matte Nails Vampire and Full Moon Design | Halloween Vampire Nails - NB6022
Matte Nails Vampire and Full Moon Design | Halloween Vampire Nails - NB6022

Spooky House at the Night Nails | Halloween Haunted House Nails - NB5974
Spooky House at the Night Nails | Halloween Haunted House Nails - NB5974

Spook House at the Night Nails Design | Halloween Haunted House Nails - NB5968
Spook House at the Night Nails Design | Halloween Haunted House Nails - NB5968

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

Chalk Style Ghost Nails | Halloween Ghost Nails - NB5950
Chalk Style Ghost Nails | Halloween Ghost Nails - NB5950

Scary Skull and Brain Nails Design | Halloween Brain Nails - NB5901
Scary Skull and Brain Nails Design | Halloween Brain Nails - NB5901

Funny Cartoon Zombie Head with Brain Exposed | Halloween Brain Nails - NB5899
Funny Cartoon Zombie Head with Brain Exposed | Halloween Brain Nails - NB5899

Mad Scientist Brain Nails Design | Halloween Brain Nails - NB5894
Mad Scientist Brain Nails Design | Halloween Brain Nails - NB5894

Zombie Girl Nails Design | Halloween Zombie Nails - NB5861
Zombie Girl Nails Design | Halloween Zombie Nails - NB5861

Zombie-inspired Horror Nail Art | Halloween Zombie Nails - NB5859
Zombie-inspired Horror Nail Art | Halloween Zombie Nails - NB5859

Zombie Boy Nails Design | Halloween Zombie Nails - NB5858
Zombie Boy Nails Design | Halloween Zombie Nails - NB5858

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