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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

Sunflower Nails | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1141
Sunflower Nails | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1141

Monster Nails | Halloween - NB658
Monster Nails | Halloween - NB658

Colorful Alphabet Pattern
Colorful Alphabet Pattern

Merkyri.nails

Blue French Nails Silver Rhinestones on Tips | Embellished Nails - NB4931
Blue French Nails Silver Rhinestones on Tips | Embellished Nails - NB4931

Kids Nail Designs | Halloween - NB698
Kids Nail Designs | Halloween - NB698

Valentine Faux Linen Pattern Hearts and Flowers Nail Design | Valentine Nails - NB2320
Valentine Faux Linen Pattern Hearts and Flowers Nail Design | Valentine Nails - NB2320

Sunflower Nail Design | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1122
Sunflower Nail Design | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1122

Midnight Brown Sweater Nails
Midnight Brown Sweater Nails

Project_paznokcie

Short Matte Nail Designs

Rainbow Flags Short Nails Design | Pride | LGBTQIA2S+ Nails - NB2042
Rainbow Flags Short Nails Design | Pride | LGBTQIA2S+ Nails - NB2042

Swirl and Leaf Short Nails
Swirl and Leaf Short Nails

Nailed.it.by.amber

Simple Marine Life Nail Design for Ocean Conservation | Save the Ocean Nails - NB2815
Simple Marine Life Nail Design for Ocean Conservation | Save the Ocean Nails - NB2815

Bluish Green Short Nails
Bluish Green Short Nails

Mur.nails.ekaterina

Owl on Tree Branch Nails | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3168
Owl on Tree Branch Nails | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3168

Minimal Graffiti Heart Nails Design | Heart Nails - NB4846
Minimal Graffiti Heart Nails Design | Heart Nails - NB4846

Matte Nails with Gradient Ocean Pattern | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3264
Matte Nails with Gradient Ocean Pattern | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3264

Nude Nails Striped Design | Pride | LGBTQIA2S+ Nails - NB2396
Nude Nails Striped Design | Pride | LGBTQIA2S+ Nails - NB2396

Matte Wedding Nails

Stylish Cinnamon Slate Nails with Golden Details | Benjamin Moore Color Trend 2025 - NB6115
Stylish Cinnamon Slate Nails with Golden Details | Benjamin Moore Color Trend 2025 - NB6115

Little Hearts French
Little Hearts French

Klamaja

Brown Nails Floral Design for Fall Wedding | Fall Nails - NB5628
Brown Nails Floral Design for Fall Wedding | Fall Nails - NB5628

Wedding Short Nails with Gold Flakes
Wedding Short Nails with Gold Flakes

Mari_mari_nailart

Sliver Glitter Swirl Nail Designs
Sliver Glitter Swirl Nail Designs

Pauletta.nails

Matte French with Sugar Design
Matte French with Sugar Design

Lucy_smirnova_nails

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

Matte Nude Nails

Simple Geometric Aztec Nails Design | Tribal Nails - NB2343
Simple Geometric Aztec Nails Design | Tribal Nails - NB2343

Leopard Heart and Sprinkles
Leopard Heart and Sprinkles

Belyyhome

Tribal Leopard Print Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB2529
Tribal Leopard Print Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB2529

Beauty and the Beast Nails
Beauty and the Beast Nails

Nna_naomynailart_official

Creepy Clown Nails | Halloween - NB660
Creepy Clown Nails | Halloween - NB660

Rumors and Jackfruit Simple Matte Nails Design | Behr Color of the Year 2025 - NB6363
Rumors and Jackfruit Simple Matte Nails Design | Behr Color of the Year 2025 - NB6363

Harvest Season Nails | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1039
Harvest Season Nails | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1039

Nude Nails with Sunflower Accents | Sunflower Nails - NB5287
Nude Nails with Sunflower Accents | Sunflower Nails - NB5287

Matte Toe Nails

Abstract Summer Blue Toenails
Abstract Summer Blue Toenails

Ego_alinkha

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

Matte Dalmatian Print Toenails and Finger Nails Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2008
Matte Dalmatian Print Toenails and Finger Nails Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2008

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

Half Moon Toe Nail Design
Half Moon Toe Nail Design

Nail_sunny

Dark Wedding Black Matte Simple Toenail Designs|Wedding-NB-D-291
Dark Wedding Black Matte Simple Toenail Designs|Wedding-NB-D-291

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

Mother in Law Pink and Purple Nail Design|Wedding-NB-D-458
Mother in Law Pink and Purple Nail Design|Wedding-NB-D-458

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

Dark Wedding Black Matte and Pink Nail Design|Wedding-NB-D-432
Dark Wedding Black Matte and Pink Nail Design|Wedding-NB-D-432

Fall Leaves Nails | Seasonal - NB1193
Fall Leaves Nails | Seasonal - NB1193

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

Dark Theme Matte Nail Design for Boho Wedding |Wedding-NB-D-474
Dark Theme Matte Nail Design for Boho Wedding |Wedding-NB-D-474

Corn on the Cob Nails | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1076
Corn on the Cob Nails | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1076

Sunflower Nails | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1164
Sunflower Nails | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1164

Matte Black Nails and Sunflower Accents | Sunflower Nails - NB5244
Matte Black Nails and Sunflower Accents | Sunflower Nails - NB5244

Black Nails with White Daisies | Floral Nails - NB4174
Black Nails with White Daisies | Floral Nails - NB4174

Black Nails with Sunflower | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1158
Black Nails with Sunflower | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1158

Black Nails with Minimal Snowflake Crystal | Christmas Nails - NB1688
Black Nails with Minimal Snowflake Crystal | Christmas Nails - NB1688

Sunflowers for Black Nails | Sunflower Nails - NB5248
Sunflowers for Black Nails | Sunflower Nails - NB5248

Yellow Sunflower Accent for Black Nails | Sunflower Nails - NB5249
Yellow Sunflower Accent for Black Nails | Sunflower Nails - NB5249

Glow in the Dark Cross Nails | Cross Nails - NB6036
Glow in the Dark Cross Nails | Cross Nails - NB6036

Black Matte Nails with Gold Accents for Easter | Easter Nails - NB3572
Black Matte Nails with Gold Accents for Easter | Easter Nails - NB3572

Black Matte Nails with Gold Edges | Outline Nails - NB5410
Black Matte Nails with Gold Edges | Outline Nails - NB5410

Halloween Nails with Haunted House Design | Halloween Haunted House Nails - NB5966
Halloween Nails with Haunted House Design | Halloween Haunted House Nails - NB5966

Vampire and Cross Nails Design | Halloween Cross Nails - NB6023
Vampire and Cross Nails Design | Halloween Cross Nails - NB6023

Black and Orange Nail Design for Dark Wedding|Wedding-NB-D-289
Black and Orange Nail Design for Dark Wedding|Wedding-NB-D-289

Dark Wedding Black Matte with Foil Nail Design|Wedding-NB-D-426
Dark Wedding Black Matte with Foil Nail Design|Wedding-NB-D-426

Dark Wedding Floral Matte Nails Design|Wedding-NB-D-418
Dark Wedding Floral Matte Nails Design|Wedding-NB-D-418

Dark Wedding Filigree Flower Nails Design|Wedding-NB-D-419
Dark Wedding Filigree Flower Nails Design|Wedding-NB-D-419

Dark Wedding Rhinestone Nail Designs|Wedding-NB-D-294
Dark Wedding Rhinestone Nail Designs|Wedding-NB-D-294

Studs Almond Nail Design for Boho Wedding |Wedding-NB-D-476
Studs Almond Nail Design for Boho Wedding |Wedding-NB-D-476

Boho Wedding Filigree Nail Art on Almond Nail|Wedding-NB-D-483
Boho Wedding Filigree Nail Art on Almond Nail|Wedding-NB-D-483

Luxury Gold Outline Design for Matte Black Nails | Outline Nails - NB5384
Luxury Gold Outline Design for Matte Black Nails | Outline Nails - NB5384

Elegant Black Nails with Gold Borderline | Outline Nails - NB5428
Elegant Black Nails with Gold Borderline | Outline Nails - NB5428

Accent Black Nail Design for Boho Wedding |Wedding-NB-D-477
Accent Black Nail Design for Boho Wedding |Wedding-NB-D-477

Black Nails with Santa Accent Nail Design | Christmas Nails - NB1681
Black Nails with Santa Accent Nail Design | Christmas Nails - NB1681

Fall Leaves Nails | Seasonal - NB1184
Fall Leaves Nails | Seasonal - NB1184

Gold Foil Nails
Gold Foil Nails

Alexandracojan.trainer

Minimal Nails With Dots
Minimal Nails With Dots

Alexandracojan.trainer

Slim Technique Crackle Effect Nails
Slim Technique Crackle Effect Nails

Alexandracojan.trainer

Abstract Foil Nails
Abstract Foil Nails

Alexandracojan.trainer

Alice in Wonderland Dark Nails
Alice in Wonderland Dark Nails

Daimondhand

Daffy Duck and Eggs
Daffy Duck and Eggs

Nailed.it.by.amber

Matte Neon Abstract Nail Art | Abstract Nails - NB5491
Matte Neon Abstract Nail Art | Abstract Nails - NB5491

Modern Matte Nails with Mountains
Modern Matte Nails with Mountains

Lucy_smirnova_nails

Louis Vuitton Gel Nail Extension
Louis Vuitton Gel Nail Extension

Gallinaz_nail

Acorn Nails | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1129
Acorn Nails | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1129

Cranberry Nail Design | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1093
Cranberry Nail Design | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1093

Hiking Nail Design | Travel and Tourism - NB1207
Hiking Nail Design | Travel and Tourism - NB1207

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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