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Matte Nails

Matte nail designs are another way to add a little flair and style to your nails. They are created using matte polishes, giving the nails a unique look that is different from other nail designs. Matte nails are a popular alternative to glossy nails. They have no shine and look more natural than glossy ones. They're perfect if you want your manicure to look like you actually take care of your hands instead of just being for show.
Matte polishes come in many colors and can be used for any occasion, whether you're going on a date or hanging out with friends. Matte nail designs are all about simplicity and sophistication. They're the perfect choice for a businesswoman who wants to look polished without sacrificing individuality. Whether you're looking for a subtle, glam look, something bold and edgy, or even an elegant or cute appearance, there's something for everyone!
The best matte nail design is one that fits your personality. You can choose from hundreds of pretty colors and styles for your manicure and pedicure. If you love bright colors but hate being too flashy, you might want to try using a dark red polish instead of something bright like fuchsia or orange. On the other hand, if you're someone who loves being bold with their fashion choices, then why not try something like neon blue or green instead? Using matte polish on just one nail as an accent is a popular option. It all depends on what kind of person you are and how comfortable you feel wearing these colors and patterns on your natural or fake nails.

Long Matte Nails

Simple Minimal Design
Simple Minimal Design

Alexandracojan.trainer

Dark Wedding Black Nail Design|Wedding-NB-D-431
Dark Wedding Black Nail Design|Wedding-NB-D-431

Ombre Nails with Daisy Flowers | Spring Nails - NB3832
Ombre Nails with Daisy Flowers | Spring Nails - NB3832

Pastel Reverse French Mani
Pastel Reverse French Mani

Amanda.sudolll

Sunflower Accent Nail | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1154
Sunflower Accent Nail | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1154

Baby Blue Swirl and Solid Color Nails
Baby Blue Swirl and Solid Color Nails

Amanda.sudolll

Jerry on Accent Nail
Jerry on Accent Nail

Olga_soloveva._

Short Matte Nail Designs

Cute Animals on Matte Nails
Cute Animals on Matte Nails

Mur.nails.ekaterina

Simple Nails with LGBT Rainbow Gradient | Pride | LGBTQIA2S+ Nails - NB2397
Simple Nails with LGBT Rainbow Gradient | Pride | LGBTQIA2S+ Nails - NB2397

Flowers from Claude Monet Garden for Nails Design | Spring Nails - NB4186
Flowers from Claude Monet Garden for Nails Design | Spring Nails - NB4186

Paddling-inspired Nails | Sport | Travel and Tourism - NB1201
Paddling-inspired Nails | Sport | Travel and Tourism - NB1201

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

Cosmonautics Day Nail Design
Cosmonautics Day Nail Design

Daimondhand

Safety Pins Retro Nail Design
Safety Pins Retro Nail Design

Daimondhand

Cloud Accent Nail Design | Cloud Nails - NB5073
Cloud Accent Nail Design | Cloud Nails - NB5073

Matte Wedding Nails

Bright and 3D Edge Nails
Bright and 3D Edge Nails

_gabrielamanole

White Floral Nail Design with Bright Colorful Confetti
White Floral Nail Design with Bright Colorful Confetti

Mari_mari_nailart

Matte Baby Boomer Nails with Rhinestones | Baby Boomer Nails - NB5038
Matte Baby Boomer Nails with Rhinestones | Baby Boomer Nails - NB5038

White Nails with Sunflower in 3D Design | Sunflower Nails - NB5234
White Nails with Sunflower in 3D Design | Sunflower Nails - NB5234

White and Gold Floral Nail Art
White and Gold Floral Nail Art

Mari_mari_nailart

Luxury Minimal Design Nails
Luxury Minimal Design Nails

Klamaja

Sliver Glitter Swirl Nail Designs
Sliver Glitter Swirl Nail Designs

Pauletta.nails

A Little Gold and Geometry
A Little Gold and Geometry

Klamaja

Matte Nude Nails

Matte Fall Nail Art
Matte Fall Nail Art

Hnnailsbyhoney

Sunflower Nail Design | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1090
Sunflower Nail Design | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1090

Fall Leaves Nails | Seasonal - NB1185
Fall Leaves Nails | Seasonal - NB1185

Acorn Nail Art | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1126
Acorn Nail Art | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1126

Pine Trees and Flowers Forest Nails | Love the Forest Nails - NB2872
Pine Trees and Flowers Forest Nails | Love the Forest Nails - NB2872

Daffy Duck and Eggs
Daffy Duck and Eggs

Nailed.it.by.amber

Fall Leaves Nails | Seasonal - NB1181
Fall Leaves Nails | Seasonal - NB1181

Nude Nails with White Outline
Nude Nails with White Outline

Nail_sunny

Matte Toe Nails

Matching Manicure and Pedicure with Dalmatian Print | Animal Print Nails - NB2010
Matching Manicure and Pedicure with Dalmatian Print | Animal Print Nails - NB2010

Cute Fern Leaf Toenails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1566
Cute Fern Leaf Toenails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1566

Mani and Pedi Color Splash Nails Design | Graffiti Nails - NB2923
Mani and Pedi Color Splash Nails Design | Graffiti Nails - NB2923

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

Leopard Print for Spring
Leopard Print for Spring

Ego_alinkha

Minimal Toenail Design With Tropical Vibes |Tropical-NB-D-448
Minimal Toenail Design With Tropical Vibes |Tropical-NB-D-448

Neon Nail Design for Finger Nails and Toe Nails | Graffiti Nails - NB2925
Neon Nail Design for Finger Nails and Toe Nails | Graffiti Nails - NB2925

Matte Peach Fuzz Color Toenail Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB-D-186
Matte Peach Fuzz Color Toenail Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB-D-186

What Are the Most Popular Nail Designs With Matte Shades?

Matte Ombre Nails
Matte Glitter Nails
Matte Christmas Nails
Matte Nails With Glossy Tips
Matte French Manicure
Matte Marble Nails
Matte Sparkle Nails
Matte Comic Nails
Half Matte Half Glossy Nails
Matte Halloween Nails

Matte Nails With Rhinestones
Matte Rainbow Nails
Matte Nails With Diamonds
Matte Valentines Nails
Matte Cow Print Nails
Matte Leopard Print Nails
Brush Stroke Matte Nails
Matte Nails With Sunflowers
Summer Matte Nails
Matte Heart Nails

How to Choose the Best Colors for Matte Nails

Matte nails can be done in any color, but they're incredibly effective when used with darker colors. The matte finish helps contrast the paint and make it look richer and deeper than it would otherwise. We recommend sticking to neutral shades first so that your nails don't distract from your outfit. You can use matte polish to create an understated manicure or an eye-catching statement piece. Either way, you'll want to choose the right colors for your design.
- Try vibrant colors. You can't go wrong with vibrant colors when you're choosing a matte nail design. These bright shades will make your nails pop! Choose something that matches your personality or mood—you'll love how they catch people's eyes!
- If you want something more subtle, consider going with neutral shades like black or gray. These colors will give your manicure a chic finish without being too flashy or distracting. They also work well with other types of polish, like glitter or metallic, so you can do something edgier if you want!
- Match it up. If you're wearing a dark outfit like black, try using a dark color like purple or blue. If you're wearing light clothing like white or yellow, go for bright oranges or pinks instead.
- Colors, such as matte burgundy and maroon, are popular for their trendy and versatile look, ability to flatter most skin tones, and minimalist aesthetic.
- When in doubt, choose a neutral color like black or white so that it will work with almost anything else in your closet!
Here are some colors that go well together for matte nails:

Matte black and gold nails
Matte black and nude nails
Red and black matte nails
Black and white matte nails
Matte black and silver nails
Matte black and pink nails
Matte black and purple nails
Matte black and orange nails

Matte green and gold nails
Red and blue matte nails
Matte pink and silver nails
Matte blue and white nails
Matte blue and gold nails
Matte gray and gold nails
Matte gray and pink nails
Orange and red matte nail designs

Tips for Matte Nail Designs

Matte nails are best for short nails because they'll show the brush strokes more clearly than long ones do.

Matte nail polish is usually thicker than regular polish, so you'll need two coats instead of one; make sure each coat dries completely before applying another one.

If you have fair or light skin, choose warmer colors like reds and pinks. If you have darker skin, opt for cooler shades like purples and blues.

Try using matte paint instead of a matte top coat. The paint will help prevent any damage to your nails and keep them looking fresh.

Do not use glossy top coats on top of matte nail polish; this will create an uneven surface that looks more like dirt than anything else!

Make sure your top coat is one of the best ones on the market because matte nails tend to chip much faster than regular lacquers or gel manicures.

Play with geometric patterns, negative space, and contrasting textures to create eye-catching matte nail art, whether you want a coffin, stiletto, almond, or any other shape of nails.

The Best Matte Nail Art Ideas

Writing on Orange Geometric Nails
Writing on Orange Geometric Nails

Lucy_smirnova_nails

Comic Square Nails
Comic Square Nails

Pauletta.nails

Ghost Holding a Pumpkin Nail Design | Halloween Ghost Nails - NB5953
Ghost Holding a Pumpkin Nail Design | Halloween Ghost Nails - NB5953

Pumpkin Spice Color Ombre Nails with Matte Finish | Fall Nails - NB5747
Pumpkin Spice Color Ombre Nails with Matte Finish | Fall Nails - NB5747

Abstract Pumpkin French Nails for Halloween | Halloween Pumpkin Nails - NB5834
Abstract Pumpkin French Nails for Halloween | Halloween Pumpkin Nails - NB5834

Fall Leaves Nails | Seasonal - NB1185
Fall Leaves Nails | Seasonal - NB1185

Sunflower Nails | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1115
Sunflower Nails | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1115

Sunflower Nails | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1029
Sunflower Nails | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1029

Matte Snowman Nails| Christmas | Winter - NB1304
Matte Snowman Nails| Christmas | Winter - NB1304

Fall Leaves Nails | Seasonal - NB1190
Fall Leaves Nails | Seasonal - NB1190

Fall Leaves Nail Art | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1098
Fall Leaves Nail Art | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1098

Sparkly Cut Out French Nails
Sparkly Cut Out French Nails

Beauty_nail_kostroma

Outline Nails with Gold Foil
Outline Nails with Gold Foil

Novikova.nailstudio

Hand-painted Xmas Nails
Hand-painted Xmas Nails

Mur.nails.ekaterina

Half Butterflies on Black Nails
Half Butterflies on Black Nails

Merkyri.nails

Black Matte Nails with Leopard Print Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2594
Black Matte Nails with Leopard Print Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2594

Cow Print and Foil Nails
Cow Print and Foil Nails

Project_paznokcie

Modern Black and White French
Modern Black and White French

Amanda.sudolll

Black Textured Nail Design for Groom| Men
Black Textured Nail Design for Groom| Men's Nail-NB-D-533

Grid and Striped Nail Designs
Grid and Striped Nail Designs

Nail_sunny

Matte Nails with Minimal Geometric Design
Matte Nails with Minimal Geometric Design

Lucy_smirnova_nails

Musical Themed French Nails
Musical Themed French Nails

Klamaja

Marble Nails with Hearts for February 14 | Valentine Nails - NB2147
Marble Nails with Hearts for February 14 | Valentine Nails - NB2147

Black and Pink Nails with 3D Roses | Valentine Nails - NB2119
Black and Pink Nails with 3D Roses | Valentine Nails - NB2119

Black and Pink Horror Valentine Nails | Valentine Nails - NB2179
Black and Pink Horror Valentine Nails | Valentine Nails - NB2179

Swirls and Stripes Nail Art
Swirls and Stripes Nail Art

Amanda.sudolll

Matte Lemon Nails with Dots
Matte Lemon Nails with Dots

Paulina_migdalek

Black Line Flower and Leaf Nails
Black Line Flower and Leaf Nails

Project_paznokcie

Joker Nails | Halloween - NB500
Joker Nails | Halloween - NB500

Graveyard Nails | Halloween - NB870
Graveyard Nails | Halloween - NB870

Pumpkin Nails| Halloween - NB505
Pumpkin Nails| Halloween - NB505

Silhouette Forest Nails Sunset Design | Love the Forest Nails - NB2878
Silhouette Forest Nails Sunset Design | Love the Forest Nails - NB2878

Wild Half-moon and Tips Nail Designs
Wild Half-moon and Tips Nail Designs

Lucy_smirnova_nails

Goth Easter Nails with Chevron Tips | Easter Nails - NB3652
Goth Easter Nails with Chevron Tips | Easter Nails - NB3652

Tennis Sport Nails Design | Sports Nails - NB3308
Tennis Sport Nails Design | Sports Nails - NB3308

Spooky Matte Nails
Spooky Matte Nails

Nail_sunny

Matte Nails with Heartbeats | Heart Nails - NB4812
Matte Nails with Heartbeats | Heart Nails - NB4812

Modern French Almond Nails
Modern French Almond Nails

Irina_rain

Victor Van Dort from Corpse Bride
Victor Van Dort from Corpse Bride

Nna_naomynailart_official

Matte Abstract Animal Print Design
Matte Abstract Animal Print Design

Mur.nails.ekaterina

Black and Nude Houndstooth Design
Black and Nude Houndstooth Design

Mur.nails.ekaterina

Edgy Stiletto with Stone Design
Edgy Stiletto with Stone Design

Molnar.mariann

Rhinestone on Matte Nails
Rhinestone on Matte Nails

Korelviktoria

Monster Nails | Halloween - NB884
Monster Nails | Halloween - NB884

FAQs:

The purpose of matte nail designs is to create a simple, elegant, and understated look. While these colors are considered by many to be "boring" or even "plain," the truth is that matte nail polish offers a wide range of tones and shades that can be used together to create stunning results.
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