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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

Baby Blue Nails with Rose Gold Accents | Foil Nails - NB4146
Baby Blue Nails with Rose Gold Accents | Foil Nails - NB4146

Spongebob | Cartoon Nails - NB43
Spongebob | Cartoon Nails - NB43

Blue Ballerina Nails for Valentine | Blue Valentine Nails- NB7377
Blue Ballerina Nails for Valentine | Blue Valentine Nails- NB7377

Fall Abstract Matte Nails
Fall Abstract Matte Nails

Project_paznokcie

Bart Simpson | Cartoon Nails - NB92
Bart Simpson | Cartoon Nails - NB92

Blue Nails with Daisy Flower Design | Floral Nails - NB4169
Blue Nails with Daisy Flower Design | Floral Nails - NB4169

Spongebob | Cartoon Nails - NB35
Spongebob | Cartoon Nails - NB35

Decorated Baby Pink and Blue Panda Nails | Panda Nails- NB7565
Decorated Baby Pink and Blue Panda Nails | Panda Nails- NB7565

Cornflower Blue Nails

Abstract Fade Watercolor Blue Splashes
Abstract Fade Watercolor Blue Splashes

Ego_alinkha

Blue Leopard Half-moon and French
Blue Leopard Half-moon and French

Beauty_nail_kostroma

Blue Abstract Nails with Foil
Blue Abstract Nails with Foil

Beauty_nail_kostroma

Glossy Tropical Dandelion and Sunset Toenail Design| Tropical-NB-D-115
Glossy Tropical Dandelion and Sunset Toenail Design| Tropical-NB-D-115

Matte Blue Nails with Leaves
Matte Blue Nails with Leaves

Mur.nails.ekaterina

Glossy Mocha Mousse and Blue Nails Abstract Design | Color of the Year 2025 - NB6913
Glossy Mocha Mousse and Blue Nails Abstract Design | Color of the Year 2025 - NB6913

Gradient Geometric Nails
Gradient Geometric Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Snowflakes on Ombre
Snowflakes on Ombre

Blondivika_nsk

Dusty Blue Nails

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

Honeymoon Romantic Vibes Nails with Floral Design | Wedding-NB-D-591
Honeymoon Romantic Vibes Nails with Floral Design | Wedding-NB-D-591

Glitter Half Butterfly
Glitter Half Butterfly

Pauletta.nails

Hercules Pain and Panic Nails
Hercules Pain and Panic Nails

Nna_naomynailart_official

Matte Blue Nails with Leaves
Matte Blue Nails with Leaves

Mur.nails.ekaterina

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

Bridesmaid Blue and Gold Foil Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-582
Bridesmaid Blue and Gold Foil Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-582

Moon on Abstract Nails
Moon on Abstract Nails

Getman.nails

Midnight Blue Nails

Jack Skellington and Oogie Boogie Nails
Jack Skellington and Oogie Boogie Nails

Nna_naomynailart_official

Water-Effect Nail Art
Water-Effect Nail Art

Dashenkanails

Blue Shimmering Heart
Blue Shimmering Heart

Gallinaz_nail

Simple Vertical Glitter Line
Simple Vertical Glitter Line

Sylwia_nailss

Double French Manicure
Double French Manicure

Olga_soloveva._

Matte Nails with Minimal Silver Design
Matte Nails with Minimal Silver Design

Ego_alinkha

Nails with Blue Circles
Nails with Blue Circles

Daimondhand

Stylish Geometry Dark Blue Design
Stylish Geometry Dark Blue Design

Getman.nails

Navy Blue Nails

Random Brush Stroke Art on Acrylic Nails
Random Brush Stroke Art on Acrylic Nails

Mur.nails.ekaterina

Short Navy Blue Nails Simple Design | Foil Nails - NB4099
Short Navy Blue Nails Simple Design | Foil Nails - NB4099

Gold Foil Accents for Blue Nails | Foil Nails - NB4094
Gold Foil Accents for Blue Nails | Foil Nails - NB4094

Foil and Chrome Design on Blue Nails | Foil Nails - NB4097
Foil and Chrome Design on Blue Nails | Foil Nails - NB4097

Long Coffin Nails 3D Design
Long Coffin Nails 3D Design

_gabrielamanole

Chevron Blue and Leopard Design
Chevron Blue and Leopard Design

Minea.nails

Petrol Nails

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

Molnar.mariann

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

Jungle Green Tips
Jungle Green Tips

Fasia.nails

Tropical Khaki Green Nails
Tropical Khaki Green Nails

Novikova.nailstudio

Winter Landscape
Winter Landscape

Paulina_migdalek

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

Royal Blue Nails

Blue Snake Skin Nails
Blue Snake Skin Nails

Beauty_nail_kostroma

Hand-Painted Romantic Autumn
Hand-Painted Romantic Autumn

Gallinaz_nail

Cow Print Themed Nails
Cow Print Themed Nails

Olga_soloveva._

Eeyore | Winnie the Pooh
Eeyore | Winnie the Pooh

Fasia.nails

Blue Flower Nails
Blue Flower Nails

Ego_alinkha

Glossy Neon Outline Design
Glossy Neon Outline Design

Merkyri.nails

Blue Flowers
Blue Flowers

Pauletta.nails

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

Getman.nails

Sky Blue Nails

Nails with Blue Circles
Nails with Blue Circles

Daimondhand

Blue Tropical Leaf  with Flamingo Nail Design| Tropical-NB-D-608
Blue Tropical Leaf with Flamingo Nail Design| Tropical-NB-D-608

Shimmer Design Blue Nails for Spring | Shimmer Nails - NB4155
Shimmer Design Blue Nails for Spring | Shimmer Nails - NB4155

Cable Knit Sweater Nails
Cable Knit Sweater Nails

Sylwia_nailss

Modern Minimalist Nail Art
Modern Minimalist Nail Art

Merkyri.nails

Blue Nails with Tropical Vibes | Tropical-NB-D-606
Blue Nails with Tropical Vibes | Tropical-NB-D-606

Color Splash Chrome Nails
Color Splash Chrome Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Teal Nails

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

Matte Teal Nails with Abstract Art
Matte Teal Nails with Abstract Art

Irina_rain

Minimalist Rhinestone Art in Pastel French
Minimalist Rhinestone Art in Pastel French

Dashenkanails

Glitter Green Heart Nails
Glitter Green Heart Nails

_gabrielamanole

Tropical Parrots Pink and Gray Minimal Nail Design |Tropical-NB-D-450
Tropical Parrots Pink and Gray Minimal Nail Design |Tropical-NB-D-450

Mismatched Leaves
Mismatched Leaves

Blondivika_nsk

Powerpuff Girls | Cartoon Nails - NB87
Powerpuff Girls | Cartoon Nails - NB87

Alice in Wonderland Mad Hatter Nail Art
Alice in Wonderland Mad Hatter Nail Art

Nna_naomynailart_official

Tiffany Blue Nails

Blue Ombre and Gold Reverse French
Blue Ombre and Gold Reverse French

Amanda.sudolll

Mismatched Blue Nails Design | Tiffany Blue Nails- NB7977
Mismatched Blue Nails Design | Tiffany Blue Nails- NB7977

Blue Gradient French Tips
Blue Gradient French Tips

Molnar.mariann

Glossy Tiffany Blue Nails Design | Tiffany Blue Nails- NB7980
Glossy Tiffany Blue Nails Design | Tiffany Blue Nails- NB7980

Powerpuff Girls | Cartoon Nails - NB72
Powerpuff Girls | Cartoon Nails - NB72

Minimal Rhinestone Design for Blue Nails | Tiffany Blue Nails- NB7975
Minimal Rhinestone Design for Blue Nails | Tiffany Blue Nails- NB7975

Velvet Base Coat French
Velvet Base Coat French

Olga_soloveva._

Bright Color 3D French Nails
Bright Color 3D French Nails

Olga_soloveva._

Turquoise Nails

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

Stamping Psychedelic Animal Nail Designs
Stamping Psychedelic Animal Nail Designs

Merkyri.nails

Minimal Color Blocking Nail Art
Minimal Color Blocking Nail Art

Matuszewsk.a

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

Green Blue and Purple Brush Stroke Nails
Green Blue and Purple Brush Stroke Nails

Project_paznokcie

Graffiti Nails with CatDog
Graffiti Nails with CatDog

Merkyri.nails

Bridesmaid Turquoise Color with 3D Flower Details Nails| Wedding-NB-D-553
Bridesmaid Turquoise Color with 3D Flower Details Nails| Wedding-NB-D-553

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

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

Long Blue Ombre Nails Watercolor Design | Blue Ombre Nails - NB6476
Long Blue Ombre Nails Watercolor Design | Blue Ombre Nails - NB6476

Double French Peach Fuzz Nails with Butterflies and Flowers | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1814
Double French Peach Fuzz Nails with Butterflies and Flowers | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1814

Stormy Sky With Lightning
Stormy Sky With Lightning

Cdanails

New Year Luxury Blue and Purple Nails | 2024 Nails - NB1363
New Year Luxury Blue and Purple Nails | 2024 Nails - NB1363

Ojibwe Nails | Tribal - NB829
Ojibwe Nails | Tribal - NB829

Long Ombre Mocha Mousse and Blue Nails Design | Color of the Year 2025 - NB7020
Long Ombre Mocha Mousse and Blue Nails Design | Color of the Year 2025 - NB7020

Sea Salt-inspired Blue and Cinnamon Nails | Cinnamon Nails - NB6130
Sea Salt-inspired Blue and Cinnamon Nails | Cinnamon Nails - NB6130

Women's Surfing Nail Design | Sport | Travel and Tourism - NB960
Women's Surfing Nail Design | Sport | Travel and Tourism - NB960

Short Blue Nails

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

Short Nails Ice Cream Drip Design | Drip Nails - NB5056
Short Nails Ice Cream Drip Design | Drip Nails - NB5056

Short Navy Blue Nails Simple Design | Foil Nails - NB4099
Short Navy Blue Nails Simple Design | Foil Nails - NB4099

Tom and Jerry | Cartoon Nails - NB123
Tom and Jerry | Cartoon Nails - NB123

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

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

Abstract Gold Linework Nails for Perfection and Detail | Nita Customized Nail Designs- NB7369
Abstract Gold Linework Nails for Perfection and Detail | Nita Customized Nail Designs- NB7369

Aztec Nails | Tribal - NB340
Aztec Nails | Tribal - NB340

Blue Toe Nails

Qashqai Nails | Persian | Tribal - NB319
Qashqai Nails | Persian | Tribal - NB319

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

Nail_sunny

Tropical Parrots Matte Nail Design | Tropical-NB-D-447
Tropical Parrots Matte Nail Design | Tropical-NB-D-447

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

Toenails Blue Marble Design | Marble Nails - NB4764
Toenails Blue Marble Design | Marble Nails - NB4764

Blue Marble Pedicure Design | Marble Nails - NB4755
Blue Marble Pedicure Design | Marble Nails - NB4755

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

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

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

Matte Mermaid Scale with Glitter Accents | Glitter Nails - NB4971
Matte Mermaid Scale with Glitter Accents | Glitter Nails - NB4971

Mermaid Glitter and Confetti Nails Design | Glitter Nails - NB4970
Mermaid Glitter and Confetti Nails Design | Glitter Nails - NB4970

Glossy Mermaid Glitter Nails Design | Glitter Nails - NB4969
Glossy Mermaid Glitter Nails Design | Glitter Nails - NB4969

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

Rhinestone French Tip Nails | Embellished Nails - NB4955
Rhinestone French Tip Nails | Embellished Nails - NB4955

Simple Rhinestone Nails Design | Embellished Nails - NB4950
Simple Rhinestone Nails Design | Embellished Nails - NB4950

Guitar Design Ombre Nails | Music Nails - NB4912
Guitar Design Ombre Nails | Music Nails - NB4912

Classical Music Nails Design with Cassette Tape | Music Nails - NB4907
Classical Music Nails Design with Cassette Tape | Music Nails - NB4907

Music Festival Nails with Guitar Design | Music Nails - NB4903
Music Festival Nails with Guitar Design | Music Nails - NB4903

Marilyn Nails Neon Hearts within Heart Design | Heart Nails - NB4834
Marilyn Nails Neon Hearts within Heart Design | Heart Nails - NB4834

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

Embellished Pastel Marble Nails | Marble Nails - NB4732
Embellished Pastel Marble Nails | Marble Nails - NB4732

Short Pastel Marble Nails | Marble Nails - NB4730
Short Pastel Marble Nails | Marble Nails - NB4730

Pastel Nails with Marble Design | Marble Nails - NB4726
Pastel Nails with Marble Design | Marble Nails - NB4726

Swirl Accent Nail Design | Swirl Nails - NB4539
Swirl Accent Nail Design | Swirl Nails - NB4539

Colorful Neon Swirls for Party Night | Swirl Nails - NB4514
Colorful Neon Swirls for Party Night | Swirl Nails - NB4514

Nails with Minimal Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4500
Nails with Minimal Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4500

Matte Nails with Colorful Polka Dots | Dot Nails - NB4493
Matte Nails with Colorful Polka Dots | Dot Nails - NB4493

Striped Nails Dots Design | Line and Dot Nails - NB4426
Striped Nails Dots Design | Line and Dot Nails - NB4426

Croc Print Design on Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB4406
Croc Print Design on Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB4406

3D Crocodile Stiletto Nails Design | Animal Print Nails - NB4403
3D Crocodile Stiletto Nails Design | Animal Print Nails - NB4403

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

3D Aquarium Nail Art | Jelly Nails - NB4396
3D Aquarium Nail Art | Jelly Nails - NB4396

3D Aquarium Nails Design | Jelly Nails - NB4394
3D Aquarium Nails Design | Jelly Nails - NB4394

Embellished Long Glossy Nails | Jelly Nails - NB4393
Embellished Long Glossy Nails | Jelly Nails - NB4393

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

Pastel Galaxy Matte Nails | Celestial Nails - NB4294
Pastel Galaxy Matte Nails | Celestial Nails - NB4294

Pastel Galaxy Ballerina Nails | Celestial Nails - NB4293
Pastel Galaxy Ballerina Nails | Celestial Nails - NB4293

Pastel Galaxy Accent Nails | Celestial Nails - NB4292
Pastel Galaxy Accent Nails | Celestial Nails - NB4292

Ombre Effect Pastel Galaxy Nails | Celestial Nails - NB4290
Ombre Effect Pastel Galaxy Nails | Celestial Nails - NB4290

Nails Inspiration from Claude Monet Garden in Giverny | Spring Nails - NB4181
Nails Inspiration from Claude Monet Garden in Giverny | Spring Nails - NB4181

Watercolor Claude Monet-inspired Garden Nails | Spring Nails - NB4177
Watercolor Claude Monet-inspired Garden Nails | Spring Nails - NB4177

Tropical Honeymoon Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-635
Tropical Honeymoon Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-635

Cactus Wren Matte Nail Design| Desert Nail Design-NB-D-627
Cactus Wren Matte Nail Design| Desert Nail Design-NB-D-627

Gila Monster 3D Nail Design| Desert Nail Design-NB-D-626
Gila Monster 3D Nail Design| Desert Nail Design-NB-D-626

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

Cool Geometric Nail Art | Foil Nails - NB4105
Cool Geometric Nail Art | Foil Nails - NB4105

Geometric Chrome and Foil Nails Design | Foil Nails - NB4079
Geometric Chrome and Foil Nails Design | Foil Nails - NB4079

Embellished Jelly Nails with French Tips | Jelly Nails - NB3988
Embellished Jelly Nails with French Tips | Jelly Nails - NB3988

Fiery Fuchsia and Bright Turquoise Nails | Spring Nails - NB3965
Fiery Fuchsia and Bright Turquoise Nails | Spring Nails - NB3965

Short Nails Hawaii Design with Orchids | Flower Nails - NB3923
Short Nails Hawaii Design with Orchids | Flower Nails - NB3923

Nails with Windflowers Design | Spring Nails - NB3842
Nails with Windflowers Design | Spring Nails - NB3842

Bright Nails with Spring Flowers | Spring Nails - NB3841
Bright Nails with Spring Flowers | Spring Nails - NB3841

Spring Nails Design with Wildflowers | Spring Nails - NB3838
Spring Nails Design with Wildflowers | Spring Nails - NB3838

Spring Floral Nails with Lace Design | Spring Nails - NB3829
Spring Floral Nails with Lace Design | Spring Nails - NB3829

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