Rhinestone nails involve applying small, intricately designed rhinestones onto nails, serving as
embellishments . These miniature glass or plastic gemstones are available in various shapes and sizes, meticulously affixed to the nails for those who want
nail designs with bling. They are a great way to add some shine to your appearance without having to wear actual jewelry. Rhinestone decorations on nails can be suitable for a night out with friends or even your wedding day! They are a great way to add a unique touch to your manicure or pedicure, as well as being super easy to do yourself at home if you want natural nails with rhinestones.
Getting stonework nail art starts similar to any manicure before applying the adhesive that holds the rhinestone in place on top of them. The final look can be
minimal or intricate, engaging, and eye-catching. Including some design elements, such as flowers or
butterflies using rhinestone is a great way to add some extra flair to your manicure.
Rhinestone nails are highly versatile and they are smaller than
crystals . You can choose from any
color palette and design you want and mix and match different stones to create your own unique look. If you don't know where to start, here are some nail design ideas with rhinestones.
Long Nails With Rhinestones
Bling Nails with Pink Tips | Valentine's Heart Nails - NB7184
Valentine Bears and Hearts Nails Design | Valentine's Cute Nails - NB7108
Rhinestone Embellishments on Christmas Tree Nails| Winter - NB1290
Dracula Nails | Halloween - NB451
Short Nails With Rhinestones
Mother in Law Embellished Studs Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-261
Prada Nails Floral Design | Branded Nails - NB4262
Neutral Nails with minimalist Bling for Office | Professional Nails - NB3037
Wheat Painting for Short Square Nails | Thanksgiving Wheat Nails - NB6306
Baby Boomer Nails with Embellishments | Classy Nails - NB4221
Chic Black Nails with Rhinestones for Valentine | Embellished Nails - NB4958
French Manicure Teddy Bear Design | Teddy Nails for Valentine - NB7231
Rhinestone Wedding Nails
Glossy Baby Boomer Nails with Rhinestones | Baby Boomer Nails - NB5036
Fall Wedding Long Square Nails with Gold Glitter | Fall Nails - NB5667
Embellished Nails with Glitter for Wedding | Classy Nails - NB3819
Coffin Bling Nails for Winter | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6672
Fall Wedding Mellow Rose Nails Design | Fall Nails - NB5663
Fall Wedding Nails Rhinestone Design | Fall Nails - NB5619
White Nails with Rhinestones
Baby Boomer Nails Rhinestone Accents | Baby Boomer Nails - NB5037
Square Nails Plaid Design | Fall Nails - NB5716
Embellished Brown Nails with Dalmatian Pattern | Animal Print Nails - NB1985
Christmas Tree Nails with Glitter Embellishment | Christmas | Winter - NB1234
Embellished Polar Bear Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3172
Glitter and Rhinestone Design for Autumn Wedding Nails | Fall Nails - NB5624
White Rhinestone Nails
Simple Wedding Nails with Borderline | Outline Nails - NB5408
Beach Wedding Dark Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-40
Embellished Black Square Nails Design | St. Patrick's Day Nails- NB7865
Elegant Baby Boomer Nails with Rhinestones | Baby Boomer Nails - NB5040
Embellished Peach Fuzz Nails| Color of the Year 2024 - NB-D-172
Dinner Table Nails | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1083
Embellished Polar Bear Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3172
Nude Nails with Rhinestones
Full Rhinestone French Nails with Christmas Trees | Winter - NB1294
Glossy Easter Nails with Rhinestones | Easter Nails - NB3525
Beach WeddingEmbellished Caviar Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-46
Ivory Office Nails with Shimmer Design | Professional Nails - NB3054
Embellished Rhinestone Honeymoon Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-413
Honeymoon 3D Pearl with Flower Toenail Design | Wedding-NB-D-590
Pink Nails with Rhinestones
Red and Pink Ombre Nails with Cuff Borderline | Outline Nails - NB5376
Embellished Pink Ombre Nails | Valentine's Heart Nails - NB7174
Embellished Pink Galaxy Nails | Celestial Nails - NB4301
Embellished Baby Boomer Nails for Wedding | Classy Nails - NB4207
Pink Rhinestone Nails
Peach Fuzz Nails with Decorations| Color of the Year 2024 - NB1748
3D Nail Charm Outline for Pink Leopard Nails | Outline Nails - NB5343
Flower and Leopard Print Nail Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2553
Glitter Purple and Cute Kitty Cat Nails Design | Kitty Cat Nail Art - NB7148
Fall Theme for Clear Nails | Thanksgiving Harvest Nails - NB6311
Dalmatian Print Nails with Rhinestone Design | Animal Print Nails - NB1981
French Nails with Rhinestones
Heart Design French Mani and Rose Gold Nails | Valentine's Heart Nails - NB7192
Stiletto French Tips Rhinestone Design | Embellished Nails - NB4943
Glitter and Rhinestone Design for Yellow Nails | Embellished Nails - NB4957
Embellished Green Nails Leopard Print Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2601
Black Nails with Rhinestones
Dark Wedding Balck and Gray Nail Design|Wedding-NB-D-422
Black Cat Nails | Halloween - NB652
Fancy Black Nails for Birthday | Birthday Nails - NB5154
Red and Pink Nails with Leopard Spots | Animal Print Nails - NB2569
Black Rhinestone Nails
Dark Wedding Stiletto Flower Nail Designs|Wedding-NB-D-295
Chic Black Nails with Rhinestones for Valentine | Embellished Nails - NB4958
Chrome Nails with Rose Flower 3D Nail Charms | Chrome Nails - NB5315
Rhinestone Design for Pastel Marble Nails | Embellished Nails - NB4919
Embellished Dark Wedding Nail Designs|Wedding-NB-D-285
Embellished Nail Design with Rhinestone for Dark Wedding|Wedding-NB-D-290
Bling Coffin Nails
Leopard Cub French Nails | Leopard Nails- NB8078
Elegant Geometric Nails Design | Geometric Nails - NB5449
Classy Burberry Nail Design with Rhinestones | Branded Nails - NB4229
Tropical Embellished Nail Design| Tropical-NB-D-223
Leopard Print Hot Pink Nails Design | Animal Print Nails - NB4331
Peach Fuzz Rhinestone Nail Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB-D-211
Peach Fuzz Heart Nails with Embellishment | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1906
Easy Nail Designs with Rhinestones
Blue Gothic Almond Nails for Easter | Easter Nails - NB3649
Brown and White French Nails with Dalmatian Print Design | Animal Print Nails - NB1980
Embellished Blue Ombre Nails | Blue Ombre Nails - NB6469
Peach Fuzz Nails Dalmatian Print Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2005
Sunny Orange Nails with Rhinestones | Spring Nails - NB4030
Bridesmaid Yellow Matte Crystal Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-551
Red Nails with Rhinestones
Valentine Red Nails with Heart Beat | Valentine's Heart Nails - NB7200
Blood Nails | Halloween - NB630
3D Zodiac Constellation Design for Starry Night Nails | Valentine's Starry Night Nails - NB7170
Red and Pink Ombre Nails with Cuff Borderline | Outline Nails - NB5376
Bling Red Nails for Christmas | Red Christmas Nails - NB6773
Elegant Red Nails Rhinestone Design | Embellished Nails - NB4939
Embellished Celestial Nails Design | Valentine's Starry Night Nails - NB7167
Red Rhinestone Nails
Elegant Red Nails Rhinestone Design | Embellished Nails - NB4939
Blood Nails | Halloween - NB584
Red Rhinestone Design for Black Chrome Nails | Chrome Nails - NB5310
Red and White Dalmatian Print Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB1975
Embellished Glossy Nails with Leopard Print | Animal Print Nails - NB2582
Rhinestone Reindeer Nail Art | Embellished Nails - NB4948
Black Christmas Nails Rhinestone Design | Embellished Nails - NB4926
Elegant Black Chrome Nails Design | Chrome Nails - NB5317
Gold Rhinestones for Nails
Tropical Animal Nail Design| Tropical-NB-D-218
Geometric Patterns on Peach Fuzz Nails | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1914
Prada Luxury Nails Design | Branded Nails - NB4263
Brown Marble Nails Design | Marble Nails - NB4645
Green Tip Fall Wedding Nail Art | Fall Nails - NB5676
Mustard Yellow Nails Rhinestone Design | Embellished Nails - NB4922
Gold Nails with Rhinestones
16th Birthday Bling Nails | Birthday Nails - NB5183
Geometric LGBT Nails with Foil Design | Pride | LGBTQIA2S+ Nails - NB2392
Embellished Luxury New Year Nails | 2024 Nails - NB1365
Boho Wedding Embellished Gold Foil Nail Design|Wedding-NB-D-487
Rose Gold Birthday Bling Nails | Birthday Nails - NB5098
Ombre Nails with Rhinestones
Ombre Sparkle Yellow Nails with Flowers | Yellow Birthday Nails - NB6447
New Year Luxury Blue and Purple Nails | 2024 Nails - NB1363
Spider Nails | Halloween - NB795
Glossy Shimmer Peach Fuzz Nails and Heart Nail Art | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1880
Embellished Pink Nails Design | Spring Nails - NB4363
Red Ombre Nails with Embellished Accents | Red Ombre Nails Design- NB6535
Almond Nail Designs with Rhinestones
Dark Wedding Studs Nail Design |Wedding-NB-D-288
Peach Fuzz Nails with Rhinestone | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1747
Bridesmaid Yellow Matte Crystal Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-551
Embellished Work Glossy Nude Nails | Professional Nails - NB3295
Diamond Shape Color Blocks for Nails Design | Blue Birthday Nails - NB6412
Purple Marble Nails Rhinestone Design | Marble Nails - NB4660
Birthday Nails with Rhinestones
Luxury Crown Nails Design for Birthday | Birthday Crown Nails - NB7082
Luxury Blue Nails with Embellishment | Blue Birthday Nails - NB6407
Green Nails with Nude Accents | Classy Birthday Nails - NB6170
Embellished Pink Nails for 16th Birthday | Birthday Nails - NB5179
Bling Birthday Nails Design | Birthday Nails - NB5467
Blue Nails with Shapes of Color | Blue Birthday Nails - NB6413
Stiletto Nails with Rhinestones
Floral 3D Accent for Mint Green Nails | Shimmer Nails - NB4160
Chrome Nails Rose Design | Chrome Nails - NB5308
Embellished V-shape French Nails Design | French Manicure - NB3330
Embellished Dark Wedding Nail Designs|Wedding-NB-D-285
Blue Nail Designs with Rhinestones
Minimal Nails | Halloween - NB518
Pastel Easter Nails Rhinestone Design | Easter Nails - NB3524
Embellished Blue Leopard Print Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB2618
Blue Rhinestone Nails
Embellished Blue Leopard Print Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB2618
Embellished Pastel Blue Goth Stiletto Nails | Easter Nails - NB3684
Rhinestone French Tip Nails | Embellished Nails - NB4955
Honeymoon Toenail Design|Wedding-NB-D-460
White Groom Nail Design|Men's Nail-NB-D-276
Rhinestone Design for Matte Blue Nails | Embellished Nails - NB4956
Sunny Orange Nails with Rhinestones | Spring Nails - NB4030
Embellished Blue Galaxy Nails Design | Celestial Nails - NB4282
Brown Nails with Rhinestones
Leopard Print Nails with Decoration | Animal Print Nails - NB2514
Chanel Theme Long French Nails | Branded Nails - NB4248
Cinnamon Slate Nails Design for Autumn | Benjamin Moore Color Trend 2025 - NB6107
Classy Cinnamon Slate Nails Design | Benjamin Moore Color Trend 2025 - NB6095
Leopard Theme Nails with Embellishment | Leopard Nails- NB8075
Brown Marble Nails Design | Marble Nails - NB4645
Luxury Nails with Mocha Mousse Accent | Color of the Year 2025 - NB6978
Butterfly Rhinestone Nails
Double French Peach Fuzz and Blue Butterfly Nails | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1798
Peach Fuzz and Blue Nails with Decorations | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1819
Peach Fuzz Nails with Decorations and Butterflies | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1817
Blue Nail Design with Butterfly for Bridesmaid | Wedding-NB-D-547
Christmas Nail Designs with Rhinestones
Encapsulated Embellished Snowman Nails | Christmas Nails - NB1681
Embellishment Silhouette Christmas Tree Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1235
Black Christmas Nails Rhinestone Design | Embellished Nails - NB4926
Christmas Tree Nails with Rhinestones | Winter - NB1296
Luxury Christmas Trees Nails with Rhinestone | Winter - NB1293
Luxury Blue Nails with Silver Accent | Winter Nails Design - NB6744
Chrome Nails with Rhinestones
Embellished Pink Pearl Nails | Classy Nails - NB4037
Eyeball Nails | Halloween - NB574
Embellished Red Chrome Nails | Chrome Nails - NB5295
Champagne Chrome Nails for Fall Wedding | Fall Nails - NB5588
Elegant Chanel-inspired Nail Design | Branded Nails - NB4246
Chrome Hearts for Valentine Nails Design | Valentine's Heart Nails - NB7209
Cute Nail Designs with Rhinestones
Pink Nails with Bear Design | Valentine's Cute Nails - NB7111
White Bunny for Baby Blue Nails | Bunny Nails- NB7680
Simple Rhinestone Nails Design | Embellished Nails - NB4950
Short Mickey Mouse Nails with Rhinestones | Cartoon Nails - NB6634
Baby Blue Nails Pink Heart Design | Blue Valentine Nails- NB7376
Bunnies and Flowers for Spring Nails | Bunny Nails- NB7689
Cute French Nails Rhinestone Design | Embellished Nails - NB4924
Embellished Blue and Pink Nails with Mini Mouse | Cartoon Nails - NB6641
Fall Nail Designs with Rhinestones
Dark Wedding Balck and Gray Nail Design|Wedding-NB-D-422
Crystal Cranberry Nails Design | Thanksgiving Cranberry Nails - NB6190
Embellished 3D Nails with Sunflowers | Sunflower Nails - NB5235
Dark Wedding Rhinestone Nail Designs|Wedding-NB-D-294
Gemstone Accent Design for Olive Green Nails | Fall Nails - NB5749
Dark Wedding Embellished Stiletto Nail Design|Wedding-NB-D-435
Gradient Maple Leaves Nail Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1539
Purple Nails with 3D Wheat | Thanksgiving Wheat Nails - NB6297
Fancy Nail Designs with Rhinestones
Rhinestone Crown Design for Birthday Nails | Birthday Crown Nails - NB7087
Stiletto French Tips Rhinestone Design | Embellished Nails - NB4943
Fancy Jeweled Boho Wedding Nail Design | Wedding-NB-D7
Embellished Crusie Wedding Toenail Design with Pearl| Wedding-NB-D-639
Tropical Animal Nail Design| Tropical-NB-D-218
Glitter and Rhinestone Nails
Romantic Matte Black Nails with Embellishment | Matte Valentine Nails- NB7447
Mocha Mousse Glitter French Nails Design | Color of the Year 2025 - NB6949
Classy Holiday Nails with Flower Design | Holiday Nails - NB3794
Glitter Galaxy Nail Design for Dark Wedding |Wedding-NB-D-300
Blue Nails with Decoration for Winter | Classy Winter Nails - NB6594
Baby Boomer Nails with Pink Glitter Design | Baby Boomer Nails - NB5045
Green Nails with Rhinestones
Green Nails with Dalmatian Print Design | Animal Print Nails - NB1990
Green Nails Rhinestone Design | Embellished Nails - NB4918
Emerald Green Toenail Design for Bridesmaid | Wedding-NB-D-546
Snowflakes and Rhinestones Nails Design | Embellished Nails - NB4942
Green Nails Marble Design | Marble Nails - NB4651
Rhinestone Design for Green Striped French Manicure | Embellished Nails - NB4936
Green Fall Wedding Nails Design | Fall Nails - NB5587
Embellished Tropical Leaf Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1428
Green Rhinestone Nails
Blue Russian Almond Nails with Embellishment | Blue Birthday Nails - NB6430
Emerald Green Toenail Design for Bridesmaid | Wedding-NB-D-546
Bridesmais 3D Flower Green Toenail Design| Wedding-NB-D-534
3D Seahorse Design for Pastel Green Nails | Seahorse Nails- NB8288
Soft Baby Boomer Nails with Green Rhinestones | Classy Nails - NB4222
Halloween Nails with Rhinestones
Vampire Nails | Halloween - NB544
Haunted House Nails| Halloween - NB618
Bat Nails | Halloween - NB373
Eyeball Nails | Halloween - NB449
Spider Nails | Halloween - NB795
Vampire Nails | Halloween - NB540
Skeleton Nails | Halloween - NB438
Dracula Nails | Halloween - NB451
Heart Rhinestone Nails
Valentine Red Nails with Heart Beat | Valentine's Heart Nails - NB7200
3D Teddy Bear Design for Double French Nails | Teddy Nails for Valentine - NB7228
Chic Black Nails with Rhinestones for Valentine | Embellished Nails - NB4958
A Heart Accent for Sky Blue and Lemon Yellow Nails | Spring Nails- NB7953
Rhinestone Design for Neutral Nails | Valentine's Heart Nails - NB7186
Purple Nail Designs with Rhinestones
Rhinestone Design for Dark Purple Marble Nails | Marble Nails - NB4668
Simple Purple and Yellow Nails Design for Birthday | 19th Birthday Nails - NB6866
Birthday Party Nails Design | 18th Birthday Nails - NB6850
Rhinestone Flower Nails
Tropical Embellished Nail Design| Tropical-NB-D-223
Flower Design Sky Blue and Lemon Yellow Nails | Spring Nails- NB7952
Yellow Nails with 3D Sunflower Design | Sunflower Nails - NB5236
Red Nails with Floral Accents | Spring Nails - NB3958
Neutral Nails with White Flowers | Spring Nails - NB4365
Long Lime Green Nails with 3D Charms | Lime Green Nails- NB8302
Silver Nails with Rhinestones
Silver and Red Glitter Design for Heart Nails | Valentine's Heart Nails - NB7208
Super Cute Cat Design for Glitter Nails | Cute Cat Nail Art - NB7133
Nails with Gucci Pattern | Branded Nails - NB4256
Christmas Tree Nails with Glitter Embellishment | Christmas | Winter - NB1234
Luxury Bling Nails for Birthday | Birthday Nails - NB5469
Summer Nails with Rhinestones
Cloud Design for Ombre Nails | Cloud Nails - NB5086
Luxury Shimmer Toenail Design for Honeymoon| Wedding-NB-D-636
Boho Wedding Embellished Gold Foil Nail Design|Wedding-NB-D-487
Bridal Shower Embellished Nail Design | Wedding-NB-D-79
Long Lime Green Nails with 3D Charms | Lime Green Nails- NB8302
Peach Fuzz Rhinestone Nail Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB-D-211
Yellow Marble Nails with Rhinestones | Marble Nails - NB4745
Chic Short Nails with Marble Accents | Summer Marble Nails- NB8329
Valentine Nails with Rhinestones
3D Teddy Bear Design for Double French Nails | Teddy Nails for Valentine - NB7228
Blue Ballerina Nails for Valentine | Blue Valentine Nails- NB7377
Embellished Pink Nails for Love Day | Valentine Nails - NB2641
Pink Nails and Tiny Blue Hearts | Pink Valentine's Nails - NB7255
Heart Design French Mani and Rose Gold Nails | Valentine's Heart Nails - NB7192
Rhinestone Toe Nail Art
Boho Chic Wedding Toenail Design | Wedding-NB-D-28
Embellished French Nail Design for Cruise Wedding| Wedding-NB-D-638
Luxury Shimmer Toenail Design for Honeymoon| Wedding-NB-D-636
Jade Green Toenail Design for Bridesmaid| Wedding-NB-D-558
3D Floral Embellished Toenail Design for Honeymoon| Wedding-NB-D-634
Embellished Crusie Wedding Toenail Design with Pearl| Wedding-NB-D-639
Beach Wedding 3D Flower Pink Tonail Design|Wedding-NB-D-491
Honeymoon 3D Pearl with Flower Toenail Design | Wedding-NB-D-590
What Are the Most Popular Nail Designs With Rhinestone?
How to Choose the Best Colors for Rhinestone Nails
Choosing the best colors and color combinations for rhinestone nails is a process that requires you to consider several factors. First, you need to consider the type of nail art you are creating. Is it going to be simple or intricate? Are you looking for something that will be easy to maintain or not? Once you have answered these questions, you can start looking at the different colors available.
Start by choosing a base color. Then, pick out a few accent colors that complement this base color in some way. You can choose similar shades or complementary colors (you will have to decide which looks best on your nails). The final step is to pick out your rhinestone! Just make sure that the colors fit in with the rest of your design. If you are making a simple design, such as a flower pattern, then
blue and
yellow would make a nice combination because both colors have a similar vibe. If you want something more intricate and elaborate, then choosing complementary colors like
red and
green could be just what you are looking for.
If you plan on attaching rhinestone on top of your nail polish color, then we recommend using only one shade lighter than the actual polish color so that it doesn't look too dark or overpowering. For example: If you have
pink nail polish, then use white rhinestones over the top instead of black ones. But you can always be creative and consider the overall look you want to get.
Tips for Rhinestone Nail Designs
Glue is the most important part of your rhinestone nail design, and it's also the trickiest. You want to make sure that the glue you're using will hold up to the elements and stick well without damaging your nails or making them look cakey. If possible, find a glue that dries clear—it'll be much easier to hide any imperfections if you can't see them.
Use a very small amount of glue on each nail—you only need enough to hold the stone in place, but not so much that it seeps into the stone and looks messy.
Don't try to use too many different types of decorations in one design. It can make it hard to see the beauty of each fingernail.
Do try using a darker color as an accent color instead of using multiple colors together in one design. This will help keep the focus on your main color and let people see all of the details in your design.
If you want to go for a bold look, try combining different shades of the same color or using complementary colors.
The Best Rhinestone Nail Art Ideas
Ivory Office Nails with Shimmer Design | Professional Nails - NB3054
Dark Wedding Embellished Stiletto Nail Design|Wedding-NB-D-435
Dark Wedding Black Nail Design|Wedding-NB-D-431
Pearly Nails for Work | Professional Nails - NB3048
Foliage Accent Nails for Job Day | Professional Nails - NB3046
Neutral Nails with minimalist Bling for Office | Professional Nails - NB3037
Dark Wedding Balck and Gray Nail Design|Wedding-NB-D-422
Dark Wedding Filigree Flower Nails Design|Wedding-NB-D-419
Embellished Honeymoon Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-412
Double Micro French Manicure Design for Office | Professional Nails - NB2758
Hearts on Nails with Feather Design | Valentine Nails - NB2701
Embellished Pink Nails for Love Day | Valentine Nails - NB2641
Valentine Black and Pink Glossy Nails | Valentine Nails - NB2638
Blue Theme Leopard Print Embellished Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB2620
Embellished Blue Leopard Print Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB2618
Embellished Green Nails Leopard Print Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2601
Leopard Print Nails with Decorations | Animal Print Nails - NB2588
Glossy Black Nails with Leopard Print Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2586
Embellished Glossy Nails with Leopard Print | Animal Print Nails - NB2582
Red and Yellow Nails Leopard Print Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2577
Red and Pink Nails with Leopard Spots | Animal Print Nails - NB2569
Zebra and Leopard Prints with Flower Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2564
Embellished Neon Leopard Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB2561
Flower and Leopard Print Nail Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2553
Short Pastel Nails with Leopard Print Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2552
Pastel French Tips and Leopard Print | Animal Print Nails - NB2546
Leopard Print Nails with Decoration | Animal Print Nails - NB2514
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FAQs:
Should I put a topcoat over the rhinestones?
Yes, it would be best to use a topcoat over rhinestones because it will protect them and make them last longer. If you don't use a top coat, your rhinestones can become dull and fade, making them look less attractive.