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Pink Nails

If you're looking for a new and exciting nail design, why not go with pink nails? Since the beginning of time, pink has been associated with femininity. The color has a calming effect on the mind and helps people relax. It is always a beautiful color that goes well with any skin tone and almost any clothing. Whether it's a solid color or something more complex, there are many ways to wear pink nails.
When we talk about pink nail designs, we mean any design that has some element of pink in it. This doesn't necessarily mean that the entire nail must be made out of pink; it could be just a single accent or feature that is colored that way. It can also be a combination of several different shades of pink together for something more complex, which can vary from light to dark. Among them are pastel colors like light pink, baby pink, and bubblegum pink. It also includes darker shades of pink, like hot fuchsia and deep magenta.
Pink is here to stay, and we are ready to inspire you with pink nail designs!

The Most Popular Shades of Pink Nails

Baby Pink Nails

Baby Pink Oval Nails with Shimmers | Spring Nails - NB3938
Baby Pink Oval Nails with Shimmers | Spring Nails - NB3938

Powerpuff Girls | Cartoon Nails - NB65
Powerpuff Girls | Cartoon Nails - NB65

Cute Simple Dog and Bone Nails Design | Dog Nail Designs- NB7538
Cute Simple Dog and Bone Nails Design | Dog Nail Designs- NB7538

Pastel Summer Nails with Silver Flakes
Pastel Summer Nails with Silver Flakes

Dashenkanails

Ghost Girl with a Bow Pink Nails Design | Halloween Ghost Nails - NB5935
Ghost Girl with a Bow Pink Nails Design | Halloween Ghost Nails - NB5935

Pastel Easter Rabbit
Pastel Easter Rabbit

Paulina_migdalek

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

Pink and Blue Valentine
Pink and Blue Valentine

Sylwia_nailss

Beige Pink Nails

Beach Wedding Luxury Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-54
Beach Wedding Luxury Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-54

Winnie the Pooh Extension
Winnie the Pooh Extension

Fasia.nails

Embellished Broken Heart Nails Design | Heart Nails - NB4602
Embellished Broken Heart Nails Design | Heart Nails - NB4602

Leopard French Nails
Leopard French Nails

Klamaja

Pastel Green for Spring
Pastel Green for Spring

Minea.nails

Crackle Effect Rose Gold Nails | Foil Nails - NB4144
Crackle Effect Rose Gold Nails | Foil Nails - NB4144

Nude Confetti Nails
Nude Confetti Nails

Alexandracojan.trainer

Beige Pink Nails with Rose Gold Cuffs
Beige Pink Nails with Rose Gold Cuffs

Novikova.nailstudio

Bubblegum Pink Nails

Bridal Shower Minimal Accent Nail Design | Wedding-NB-D-78
Bridal Shower Minimal Accent Nail Design | Wedding-NB-D-78

Tropical Twilight Sunset Nail Design| Tropical-NB-D-106
Tropical Twilight Sunset Nail Design| Tropical-NB-D-106

Bridal Shower Minimal Accent Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-69
Bridal Shower Minimal Accent Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-69

French Nails with Outline
French Nails with Outline

Lucy_smirnova_nails

Hug Me Cactus
Hug Me Cactus

Klamaja

Valentine's Days Jerry Nail Art
Valentine's Days Jerry Nail Art

Nna_naomynailart_official

Spring-Themed Pink Nails
Spring-Themed Pink Nails

Paulina_migdalek

Pink and Blue Confetti Nails
Pink and Blue Confetti Nails

Ego_alinkha

Champagne Nails

Tropical Parrots & Flower Nail Design| Tropical-NB-D-232
Tropical Parrots & Flower Nail Design| Tropical-NB-D-232

Champagne Chrome Nails with Black Foils Design | Foil Nail Art - NB4062
Champagne Chrome Nails with Black Foils Design | Foil Nail Art - NB4062

Rose Gold Chrome and Pearl Effect Nails | Classy Nails - NB4041
Rose Gold Chrome and Pearl Effect Nails | Classy Nails - NB4041

Star Accent for Birthday Champagne Nails Design | 30th Birthday Nails - NB6900
Star Accent for Birthday Champagne Nails Design | 30th Birthday Nails - NB6900

Champagne Nails with Chrome Accent | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6676
Champagne Nails with Chrome Accent | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6676

Bridal Shower Grafiti Nail Design | Wedding-NB-D-87
Bridal Shower Grafiti Nail Design | Wedding-NB-D-87

Bridal Shower Embellished Crystal Nail Design | Wedding-NB-D-91
Bridal Shower Embellished Crystal Nail Design | Wedding-NB-D-91

Champagne Glitter and White French Tips | French Manicure - NB3357
Champagne Glitter and White French Tips | French Manicure - NB3357

Dusty Rose Nails

Honeymoon Dusty Rose Nails with Heart Accent Design | Wedding-NB-D-594
Honeymoon Dusty Rose Nails with Heart Accent Design | Wedding-NB-D-594

Dusty Rose Nails Floral Design | Valentine Nails - NB2105
Dusty Rose Nails Floral Design | Valentine Nails - NB2105

Pink Glossy Nails with Pumpkin
Pink Glossy Nails with Pumpkin

Matuszewsk.a

Dusty Rose Color on Almond Nail Design for Bridesmaid| Wedding-NB-D-576
Dusty Rose Color on Almond Nail Design for Bridesmaid| Wedding-NB-D-576

Pink Bling Nails
Pink Bling Nails

Minea.nails

Squiggly Design for Short Nails
Squiggly Design for Short Nails

Olga_soloveva._

Dusty Pink and White Orchid Nails Design | Flower Nails - NB3934
Dusty Pink and White Orchid Nails Design | Flower Nails - NB3934

Light Pink Shades with Glitter
Light Pink Shades with Glitter

Matuszewsk.a

Milky Pink Nails

Stitch Matte Nails
Stitch Matte Nails

Nna_naomynailart_official

Almond Nails Flower French
Almond Nails Flower French

Matuszewsk.a

French Tips and Leaves Combo on Nails
French Tips and Leaves Combo on Nails

Mari_mari_nailart

Minimalist Portrait Nails
Minimalist Portrait Nails

Pauletta.nails

Peach Glitter Nails
Peach Glitter Nails

Amanda.sudolll

Mother in Law Classic Line Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-260
Mother in Law Classic Line Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-260

3D Flower Lace Nail Design for Boho Wedding |Wedding-NB-D-475
3D Flower Lace Nail Design for Boho Wedding |Wedding-NB-D-475

Gold Stripes With Matte Topcoat
Gold Stripes With Matte Topcoat

Nails_by_evelyn9

Magenta Nails

Street Art Heart Nails
Street Art Heart Nails

_beautbybee

Swirl Eggshell Nail Art
Swirl Eggshell Nail Art

Nails_by_evelyn9

Glitter Thin Lines
Glitter Thin Lines

Blondivika_nsk

Tropical Flamingo Floral Nail Design| Tropical-NB-D-121
Tropical Flamingo Floral Nail Design| Tropical-NB-D-121

3D Layered French Nails
3D Layered French Nails

Dashenkanails

Necklace with Rhinestone on Nail
Necklace with Rhinestone on Nail

Korelviktoria

Rainbow and Hearts
Rainbow and Hearts

Paulina_migdalek

Brush Stroke and Foil Nail Art
Brush Stroke and Foil Nail Art

Dashenkanails

Punch Pink Nails

Confetti Pink Nails
Confetti Pink Nails

Amanda.sudolll

Matte Top Coat on a Cartoon Nail
Matte Top Coat on a Cartoon Nail

Nails_by_evelyn9

Rose Pink Nails

Ombre Heart Nails
Ombre Heart Nails

Cdanails

Floral Accent Nail
Floral Accent Nail

Blondivika_nsk

Flower Accent Nail for Spring
Flower Accent Nail for Spring

Getman.nails

Tropical Vibes Nail Design| Tropical-NB-D-215
Tropical Vibes Nail Design| Tropical-NB-D-215

Pink Nails with Heart
Pink Nails with Heart

Paulina_migdalek

Diagonal Gold Chrome Nail Design
Diagonal Gold Chrome Nail Design

Amanda.sudolll

Bridal Shower Stripped Grafiti Nail Design | Wedding-NB-D-95
Bridal Shower Stripped Grafiti Nail Design | Wedding-NB-D-95

Mismatched Spring Vibes
Mismatched Spring Vibes

Minea.nails

Hot Pink Nails

Abstract Swirl Design for Hot Pink Nails | Hot Pink Nails- NB7616
Abstract Swirl Design for Hot Pink Nails | Hot Pink Nails- NB7616

Short Hot Pink Nails with Roses | Hot Pink Nail Design- NB7609
Short Hot Pink Nails with Roses | Hot Pink Nail Design- NB7609

Hot Pink Nails with Graffiti Design | Hot Pink Nail Art- NB7622
Hot Pink Nails with Graffiti Design | Hot Pink Nail Art- NB7622

Glossy Hot Pink Nails Floral Design | Hot Pink Nails- NB7613
Glossy Hot Pink Nails Floral Design | Hot Pink Nails- NB7613

Green and Pink Neon French
Green and Pink Neon French

Lucy_smirnova_nails

Flamingo for Summer Nails
Flamingo for Summer Nails

Mur.nails.ekaterina

Short Pink Nails with Peanuts Snoopy Design | Dog Nail Designs- NB7544
Short Pink Nails with Peanuts Snoopy Design | Dog Nail Designs- NB7544

Summer Geometric Neon Nails
Summer Geometric Neon Nails

Pauletta.nails

Coffee Beige Nails

Luxury Silver Gel Nails
Luxury Silver Gel Nails

Gallinaz_nail

Fall Plaid Coffee Beige Nails | Fall Nails - NB5719
Fall Plaid Coffee Beige Nails | Fall Nails - NB5719

Luxurious Bling Nail
Luxurious Bling Nail

Korelviktoria

Coffee Beige Fall Wedding Nails | Fall Nails - NB5635
Coffee Beige Fall Wedding Nails | Fall Nails - NB5635

X Long Marble Nail Design
X Long Marble Nail Design

Hnnailsbyhoney

Minimal Chevron Design
Minimal Chevron Design

Korelviktoria

Gold Swirl Nails
Gold Swirl Nails

Korelviktoria

Middle of the Snow
Middle of the Snow

Minea.nails

Rose Gold Nails

Rose Gold Lines for Pink Nails Design | Rose Gold Nail Art- NB7858
Rose Gold Lines for Pink Nails Design | Rose Gold Nail Art- NB7858

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

Glitter Nails with Pumpkin | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1218
Glitter Nails with Pumpkin | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1218

Orange and Rose Gold Shimmer nails with Heart Design for Bridesmaid| Wedding-NB-D-556
Orange and Rose Gold Shimmer nails with Heart Design for Bridesmaid| Wedding-NB-D-556

Simple Rose Gold Ombre Nails | Rose Gold Nail Art- NB7854
Simple Rose Gold Ombre Nails | Rose Gold Nail Art- NB7854

Rose Gold Chrome Nails Design | Rose Gold Nail Art- NB7830
Rose Gold Chrome Nails Design | Rose Gold Nail Art- NB7830

Milky White Glam Nails
Milky White Glam Nails

Amanda.sudolll

New Year's Rose Gold and White Nails | 2024 Nails - NB3775
New Year's Rose Gold and White Nails | 2024 Nails - NB3775

What Are the Most Popular Nail Designs With Pink?

Pink Ombre Nails
Easter Pink Nails
Pink Marble Nails
Pink French Nails
Pink Butterfly Nails
Pink Christmas Nails
Pink Cow Print Nails
Pink Swirl Nails
Pink Nails With Diamonds
Pink Eggshell Nails
Pink Ribbon Nails

Pink Princess Nails
Pink Birthday Nails
Pink Striped Nail Design
Pink Polka Dot Nails
Pink Flower Nails
Pink Leopard Print Nails
Pink Nails with Glitter
Matte Pink Nail Design
Pink Kawaii Nail Designs
Pink Confetti Nails
Pink Cartoon Nails

Long Pink Nails

Valentine Stiletto Pink Nails with Gold Tips | French Valentine Nails- NB7484
Valentine Stiletto Pink Nails with Gold Tips | French Valentine Nails- NB7484

Pink and Green Ombre Nails Design | Green Ombre Nails - NB6504
Pink and Green Ombre Nails Design | Green Ombre Nails - NB6504

Embellished Baby Boomer Nails | Classy Nails - NB4226
Embellished Baby Boomer Nails | Classy Nails - NB4226

Rose Gold Tips for Elegant Pastel Gradient Nails | Rose Gold Nail Art- NB7862
Rose Gold Tips for Elegant Pastel Gradient Nails | Rose Gold Nail Art- NB7862

Zombie Head with Brain Open Nails Design | Halloween Brain Nails - NB5902
Zombie Head with Brain Open Nails Design | Halloween Brain Nails - NB5902

Nature-inspired Pink Nails Design | Spring Nails - NB4184
Nature-inspired Pink Nails Design | Spring Nails - NB4184

Flamingo Design for Glossy Nails | Animal Nails- NB8022
Flamingo Design for Glossy Nails | Animal Nails- NB8022

Red Nails with Climate Crisis Theme | Climate Crisis Nails - NB3186
Red Nails with Climate Crisis Theme | Climate Crisis Nails - NB3186

Short Pink Nails

Bright Color Nails with Silver Leaves Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB2959
Bright Color Nails with Silver Leaves Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB2959

Floral Ojibwe Nails | Tribal - NB819
Floral Ojibwe Nails | Tribal - NB819

Pink and Blue Nails Design | Line Art Nails - NB4575
Pink and Blue Nails Design | Line Art Nails - NB4575

Aura Design for Squoval Pastel Nails | Spring Pastel Nails- NB7913
Aura Design for Squoval Pastel Nails | Spring Pastel Nails- NB7913

Floral Accent Pink Nails for Workplace | Professional Nails - NB2980
Floral Accent Pink Nails for Workplace | Professional Nails - NB2980

Ombre Nails with Simple Leaf Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1445
Ombre Nails with Simple Leaf Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1445

Minimal Design Inspired From Naked Winter Trees | Winter Nails Design - NB6750
Minimal Design Inspired From Naked Winter Trees | Winter Nails Design - NB6750

Gold Flower Pink Nails
Gold Flower Pink Nails

Korelviktoria

Pink Toe Nails

Bridesmais 3D Flower Green Toenail Design| Wedding-NB-D-534
Bridesmais 3D Flower Green Toenail Design| Wedding-NB-D-534

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

Half Moon Toe Nail Design
Half Moon Toe Nail Design

Nail_sunny

Silver and Pink Luxury Nails with Dalmatian Print Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2012
Silver and Pink Luxury Nails with Dalmatian Print Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2012

Tropical Flamingo Toenail Design| Tropical-NB-D-123
Tropical Flamingo Toenail Design| Tropical-NB-D-123

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

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

How to Choose the Best Color Combinations for Pink Nails

If you want the perfect combination of colors, you need to make sure that your choices are complementary.
A good rule of thumb when selecting colors is to pick one or two shades that are light and one or two shades that are dark. You can also use one hue of pink as an accent if you'd like, but make sure that it's not too bright or neon so that it doesn't overpower the rest of your design.
Determine what kind of mood you want your nails to convey. If you're going for soft and feminine, try pairing a light pink with a darker shade of pink or even a red hue. Use orange or purple as the second color in your design for something bold and more daring.
Consider the occasion that you'll be wearing these nails. If it's a formal event, then going with neutral shades like black or white may be best. However, if you're going out somewhere casual, like to the park or shopping with friends, then brighter colors such as yellow might work better for you instead!
The most popular color combinations for pink nails are:

Pink and white nails
Black and pink nails
Pink and blue nails
Pink and gold nails
Pink and purple nails
Pink and silver nails

Pink and red nails
Pink and yellow nails
Pink and gray nails
Pink and orange nails
Pink and green nails
Pink and brown nails

Tips for Pink Nail Designs

Use a white base coat to make your colors pop.

Choose a shade that matches your skin tone. If you're fair-skinned, try a light pink; if you have darker skin, try something rich and vibrant like fuchsia or red!

Use a topcoat for extra shine and protection.

Pink nails are great for going with any outfit, so pick one that works with your wardrobe!

The Best Pink Nail Art Ideas

Winter Pastel Nails Simple Design | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6665
Winter Pastel Nails Simple Design | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6665

Cute Simple Nails for Winter | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6661
Cute Simple Nails for Winter | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6661

Winter Ombre Nails with Holly Leaf | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6655
Winter Ombre Nails with Holly Leaf | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6655

Simple Winter French Nails Design | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6653
Simple Winter French Nails Design | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6653

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

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

Winter Forest Nails Design | Classy Winter Nails - NB6602
Winter Forest Nails Design | Classy Winter Nails - NB6602

Micro French Nails Design for Winter | Classy Winter Nails - NB6597
Micro French Nails Design for Winter | Classy Winter Nails - NB6597

White Outline Cute Nature-inspired Nails | White Outline Nails - NB6550
White Outline Cute Nature-inspired Nails | White Outline Nails - NB6550

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

Peaceful Rainy Day Nails Design| Arina
Peaceful Rainy Day Nails Design| Arina's Unique Nail Story - NB6459

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

Elegant Flower Design for Nude Nails | Nude Birthday Nails - NB6440
Elegant Flower Design for Nude Nails | Nude Birthday Nails - NB6440

Diamond Shape Color Blocks for Nails Design | Blue Birthday Nails - NB6412
Diamond Shape Color Blocks for Nails Design | Blue Birthday Nails - NB6412

3D Flower Design for Chartreuse Nails | Sherwin William Color Capsule 2025 - NB6387
3D Flower Design for Chartreuse Nails | Sherwin William Color Capsule 2025 - NB6387

Dot Nails with Rumors Accent | Behr Color of the Year 2025 - NB6359
Dot Nails with Rumors Accent | Behr Color of the Year 2025 - NB6359

Acorn Pattern for Square Nails | Thanksgiving Acorn Nails - NB6280
Acorn Pattern for Square Nails | Thanksgiving Acorn Nails - NB6280

Acorns and Golden Leaves Nail Design | Thanksgiving Acorn Nails - NB6277
Acorns and Golden Leaves Nail Design | Thanksgiving Acorn Nails - NB6277

Acorn Design for Simple Nails | Thanksgiving Acorn Nails - NB6273
Acorn Design for Simple Nails | Thanksgiving Acorn Nails - NB6273

Thanksgiving Matte Acorn Nails | Thanksgiving Acorn Nails - NB6270
Thanksgiving Matte Acorn Nails | Thanksgiving Acorn Nails - NB6270

Elegant Nails with Acorn and Fall Leaves | Thanksgiving Acorn Nails - NB6268
Elegant Nails with Acorn and Fall Leaves | Thanksgiving Acorn Nails - NB6268

Simple Bright Nails with Turkey | Thanksgiving Turkey Nails - NB6260
Simple Bright Nails with Turkey | Thanksgiving Turkey Nails - NB6260

Glossy Turkey Nails with Shimmer Accents | Thanksgiving Turkey Nails - NB6254
Glossy Turkey Nails with Shimmer Accents | Thanksgiving Turkey Nails - NB6254

Silver Design for Short Nails | Classy Birthday Nails - NB6150
Silver Design for Short Nails | Classy Birthday Nails - NB6150

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

Colorful Stars Nails Design for Birthday Party | Birthday Star Nails - NB6076
Colorful Stars Nails Design for Birthday Party | Birthday Star Nails - NB6076

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

Square Nails Cross Design for Halloween | Halloween Cross Nails - NB6047
Square Nails Cross Design for Halloween | Halloween Cross Nails - NB6047

Luxury Vampire Fangs Nails Design | Halloween Vampire Nails - NB6019
Luxury Vampire Fangs Nails Design | Halloween Vampire Nails - NB6019

Vampire Fangs Nails Crystal Design | Halloween Vampire Nails - NB5988
Vampire Fangs Nails Crystal Design | Halloween Vampire Nails - NB5988

Scary Trees and Ghost House Nails Design | Halloween Haunted House Nails - NB5978
Scary Trees and Ghost House Nails Design | Halloween Haunted House Nails - NB5978

Gradient Nails Haunted House Design | Halloween Haunted House Nails - NB5967
Gradient Nails Haunted House Design | Halloween Haunted House Nails - NB5967

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

Lovable Ghost Nails Design | Halloween Ghost Nails - NB5952
Lovable Ghost Nails Design | Halloween Ghost Nails - NB5952

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

Easy to Do Ghost Nails for Kids | Halloween Ghost Nails - NB5946
Easy to Do Ghost Nails for Kids | Halloween Ghost Nails - NB5946

Embellished Ghost Nails | Halloween Ghost Nails - NB5941
Embellished Ghost Nails | Halloween Ghost Nails - NB5941

Cute and Simple Ghost Nails | Halloween Ghost Nails - NB5933
Cute and Simple Ghost Nails | Halloween Ghost Nails - NB5933

Black Cat on Fire Ombre Nails | Halloween Cat Nails - NB5909
Black Cat on Fire Ombre Nails | Halloween Cat Nails - NB5909

Brain Theme Short Nails | Halloween Brain Nails - NB5905
Brain Theme Short Nails | Halloween Brain Nails - NB5905

Zombie Head with Brain Open Nails Design | Halloween Brain Nails - NB5902
Zombie Head with Brain Open Nails Design | Halloween Brain Nails - NB5902

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

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

Glossy Abstract Brain Nails for Halloween | Halloween Brain Nails - NB5886
Glossy Abstract Brain Nails for Halloween | Halloween Brain Nails - NB5886

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FAQs:

The best shade of pink for toenails depends on the color of your skin and the tone you want to achieve. If you have fair skin, you should stick with a light one, like peachy pink. If you have olive or dark skin tones, a darker shade, such as hot pink, will look more natural on your toes than a pale shade would.
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