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
Rainbow Leaf Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1409
Crystal Cranberry Fruit Nails Design | Thanksgiving Cranberry Nails - NB6199
Red and White Dalmatian Print Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB1975
Blood Nails | Halloween - NB630
Rhinestone Design on Tips | Embellished Nails - NB4929
Embellished Mint Green Nail Design | Shimmer Nails - NB4158
Dark Wedding Rhinestone Nail Designs|Wedding-NB-D-294
Short Nails With Rhinestones
Luxury Shimmer Toenail Design for Honeymoon| Wedding-NB-D-636
Bridal Shower Crystals and Studs Nail Design | Wedding-NB-D-74
Toeails with Clover Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1479
Black Marble Nail with Rhinestones | Marble Nails - NB4639
Mix and Match Wheat Nails | Thanksgiving Wheat Nails - NB6284
Leopard Nails Design with Rhinestones | Animal Print Nails - NB2515
Rhinestone Boho Nail Design |Wedding-NB-12
Rhinestone Wedding Nails
Green Tip Fall Wedding Nail Art | Fall Nails - NB5676
Autumn Wedding Embellished Ombre Gray Nails | Fall Nails - NB5623
Fall Wedding Long Square Nails with Gold Glitter | Fall Nails - NB5667
Reverse French Rhinestone Design | Baby Boomer Nails - NB5035
Baby Boomer Chic Nails with Rhinestones | Baby Boomer Nails - NB5043
Baby Boomer Nails Rhinestone Accents | Baby Boomer Nails - NB5037
White Nails with Rhinestones
Embellished Orange Nails With Dalmatian Print | Animal Print Nails - NB2007
Long Versace Nails | Branded Nails - NB4267
Ombre French Christmas Tree Nails with Rhinestones | Winter - NB1297
White Shimmer Nails with Forest Green Accent for Fall Wedding | Fall Nails - NB5665
Dalmatian Print Nails Rhinestone Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2002
White Rhinestone Nails
Glossy Easter Nails with Rhinestones | Easter Nails - NB3525
Embellished Purple Nails with Marble Effect | Marble Nails - NB4664
Baby Boomer Nails Filigree Design for Wedding | Classy Nails - NB4224
Stiletto French Tips Rhinestone Design | Embellished Nails - NB4943
Embellished Mint Green Nail Design | Shimmer Nails - NB4158
Bat Nails | Halloween - NB373
Nude Nails with Rhinestones
Embellished Tropical Leaf Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1428
Zebra and Leopard Prints with Flower Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2564
Boho Chic Wedding Toenail Design | Wedding-NB-D-28
Double Micro French Manicure Design for Office | Professional Nails - NB2758
Fancy Jeweled Boho Wedding Nail Design | Wedding-NB-D7
Abstract French Manicure | Abstract Nails - NB5494
Pink Nails with Rhinestones
Peach Fuzz Rhinestone Nail Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB-D-211
Flower and Leopard Print Nail Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2553
Bright Pastel Nails for Spring | Shimmer Nails - NB4161
Fall Wedding Light Purple Nails | Fall Nails - NB5659
Bridal Shower 3D Embellished Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-64
Pink Rhinestone Nails
Fall Theme for Clear Nails | Thanksgiving Harvest Nails - NB6311
Boho Wedding Embellished Nail Design | Wedding-NB-D-31
Dalmatian Print Design on Pink Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB1974
Pink Nails with Embedded Rhinestones for Birthday | Birthday Nails - NB5130
Dark Wedding Studs Nail Design |Wedding-NB-D-288
Bridesmais 3D Flower Green Toenail Design| Wedding-NB-D-534
French Nails with Rhinestones
Rhinestone Design for Green Striped French Manicure | Embellished Nails - NB4936
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
Easter Bling Nails Style | Easter Nails - NB3697
Black Nails with Rhinestones
Bling Birthday Nails Design | Birthday Nails - NB5467
French Manicure Design with Chanel Theme | Branded Nails - NB4243
Black Marble Nails Design | Marble Nails - NB4632
Dark Wedding Embellished Stiletto Nail Design|Wedding-NB-D-435
Embellished Dalmatian Print Nail Design | Animal Print Nails - NB1969
Elegant Chanel-inspired Nail Design | Branded Nails - NB4246
Black Rhinestone Nails
Dark Wedding Rhinestone Nail Designs|Wedding-NB-D-294
Black Rhinestones for Dark Nails | Embellished Nails - NB4935
Dark Wedding Black Nail Design|Wedding-NB-D-431
Marble Nails Design with Rhinestones | Embellished Nails - NB4960
Rhinestone Reindeer Nail Art | Embellished Nails - NB4948
Embellished Dark Wedding Nail Designs|Wedding-NB-D-285
Dark Wedding Black and Purple Nail Designs|Wedding-NB-D-292
Bling Coffin Nails
X-long Nails Sunflower Design | Thanksgiving Sunflower Nails - NB6243
Peach Fuzz Nails with Embellishment | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1744
Embellished Tropical Flamingo Nail Design| Tropical-NB-D-125
Rose Gold Birthday Bling Nails | Birthday Nails - NB5098
Short Pink Nails with Rhinestones | Spring Nails - NB4362
Red and Pink Nails with Leopard Spots | Animal Print Nails - NB2569
Geometric LGBT Nails with Foil Design | Pride | LGBTQIA2S+ Nails - NB2392
Easy Nail Designs with Rhinestones
Embellished French Nail Design for Cruise Wedding| Wedding-NB-D-638
Short Pastel Nails with Leopard Print Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2552
Soft Baby Boomer Nails with Green Rhinestones | Classy Nails - NB4222
Cinnamon Slate Nails Design for Autumn | Benjamin Moore Color Trend 2025 - NB6107
Red Nails with Embellished Reverse French Mani | Reverse French Nails - NB5570
Leopard Pattern Nails with Rhinestones | Animal Print Nails - NB2534
Crystal Cranberry Fruit Nails Design | Thanksgiving Cranberry Nails - NB6199
Red Nails with Rhinestones
Spring Nails with 3D Flowers | Spring Nails - NB3959
Hearts on Nails with Feather Design | Valentine Nails - NB2701
Vampire Nails | Halloween - NB544
Red Nails with Floral Accents | Spring Nails - NB3958
Elegant Red Nails Rhinestone Design | Embellished Nails - NB4939
Classy Red Nails Rhinestone Design | Reverse French Nails - NB5560
Red Nails with Embellished Reverse French Mani | Reverse French Nails - NB5570
Red Rhinestone Nails
Red and White Dalmatian Print Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB1975
Elegant Red Nails Rhinestone Design | Embellished Nails - NB4939
Vampire Nails | Halloween - NB573
Blood Nails | Halloween - NB584
Gradient Autumn Maple Leaf Nails with Embellishments | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1536
Gold Rhinestones for Nails
Embellished Crusie Wedding Toenail Design with Pearl| Wedding-NB-D-639
Tropical Animal Nail Design| Tropical-NB-D-218
Nails with Diamond Design | Embellished Nails - NB4941
Black and White Leopard Print Nails with Embellishments | Animal Print Nails - NB4321
Luxury Gold Birthday Nails Design | Birthday Nails - NB5096
Chrome Embellished Nails with Maple Leaves | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1508
Gold Nails with Rhinestones
Zebra and Leopard Prints with Flower Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2564
White and Gold Fall Wedding Nails with Delicate Patterns | Fall Nails - NB5631
16th Birthday Bling Nails | Birthday Nails - NB5183
Embellished Nails with Glitter for Wedding | Classy Nails - NB3819
Bling Birthday Nails with Crystal Design | Birthday Nails - NB5468
Ombre Nails with Rhinestones
Ombre Matte Nails with Rhinestones for Easter | Easter Nails - NB3527
Glitter Pastel Pink Nails for Easter | Easter Nails - NB3690
Blue Theme Leopard Print Embellished Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB2620
Embellished Cuff Nail Design for Wedding | Outline Nails - NB5400
Bling Ombre Nails | Embellished Nails - NB4940
Ombre French Christmas Tree Nails with Rhinestones | Winter - NB1297
White Shimmer Nails with Forest Green Accent for Fall Wedding | Fall Nails - NB5665
Wave Surfing Nail Art | Sport | Travel and Tourism - NB963
Almond Nail Designs with Rhinestones
Ivory Office Nails with Shimmer Design | Professional Nails - NB3054
Wheat Nails with Embellishment | Thanksgiving Wheat Nails - NB6299
Bridal Shower Minimal Accent Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-69
Embellished Mint Green Nail Design | Shimmer Nails - NB4158
Chic Black Nails with Rhinestones for Valentine | Embellished Nails - NB4958
Birthday Nails with Rhinestones
Blue Russian Almond Nails with Embellishment | Blue Birthday Nails - NB6430
16th Birthday Bling Nails | Birthday Nails - NB5183
Diamond Shape Color Blocks for Nails Design | Blue Birthday Nails - NB6412
Colorful 20st Birthday Nails Design | Birthday Nails - NB5202
Glossy Nude Nails with Rhinestones and Glitters | Nude Birthday Nails - NB6442
Birthday Nails Rhinestone Design | Birthday Nails - NB5146
Birthday Pink Shimmer Nails Design | Birthday Nails - NB5124
Silver Birthday Nails Design | Birthday Nails - NB5126
Stiletto Nails with Rhinestones
Blood Nails | Halloween - NB584
Embellished Nail Design with Rhinestone for Dark Wedding|Wedding-NB-D-290
Embellished Dark Wedding Nail Designs|Wedding-NB-D-285
Embellished V-shape French Nails Design | French Manicure - NB3330
Dark Wedding Embellished Stiletto Nail Design|Wedding-NB-D-435
Blue Nail Designs with Rhinestones
Embellished Pastel Blue Goth Stiletto Nails | Easter Nails - NB3684
Beach Wedding Dark Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-40
Embellished Nails Cross Design | Cross Nails - NB6037
Simple Rhinestone Nails Design | Embellished Nails - NB4950
Light Blue Nails with Rhinestones | Embellished Nails - NB4944
Embellished Jelly Nails with French Tips | Jelly Nails - NB3988
Blue Rhinestone Nails
Rhinestone French Tip Nails | Embellished Nails - NB4955
Glossy Shimmer Peach Fuzz Nails and Heart Nail Art | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1880
Leopard Pattern Nails with Rhinestones | Animal Print Nails - NB2534
Prada Luxury Nails Design | Branded Nails - NB4263
Chrome Nails with Maple Leaves | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1524
Fancy Jeweled Boho Wedding Nail Design | Wedding-NB-D7
Brown Nails with Rhinestones
Embellished Brown Nails with Dalmatian Pattern | Animal Print Nails - NB1985
Chrome Cinnamon Slate Nails Design | Benjamin Moore Color Trend 2025 - NB6088
Leopard Pattern Nails with Rhinestones | Animal Print Nails - NB2534
Long Versace Nails | Branded Nails - NB4267
Burberry Nail Art for Fall | Branded Nails - NB4231
Leopard Nails Design with Rhinestones | Animal Print Nails - NB2515
Flower and Leopard Print Nail Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2553
Butterfly Rhinestone Nails
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
Double French Peach Fuzz and Blue Butterfly Nails | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1798
Blue Nail Design with Butterfly for Bridesmaid | Wedding-NB-D-547
Christmas Nail Designs with Rhinestones
Rhinestone Reindeer Nail Art | Embellished Nails - NB4948
Christmas Tree Nail Design with Decorations| Winter - NB1289
Ombre French Christmas Tree Nails with Rhinestones | Winter - NB1297
Christmas Tree Nails with Rhinestones | Winter - NB1296
Full Rhinestone French Nails with Christmas Trees | Winter - NB1294
Chrome Nails with Rhinestones
Silver Birthday Nails Design | Birthday Nails - NB5126
Black Chrome Nails with 3D Nail Charms | Chrome Nails - NB5305
Elegant Chanel-inspired Nail Design | Branded Nails - NB4246
Santa Claus Chrome Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1324
Chrome Embellished Nails with Maple Leaves | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1508
Chrome Nails Rose Design | Chrome Nails - NB5308
Rose Gold Birthday Bling Nails | Birthday Nails - NB5098
Cute Nail Designs with Rhinestones
Cute 3D Nails with Sunflower and Bee Design | Sunflower Nails - NB5238
Encapsulated Embellished Snowman Nails | Christmas Nails - NB1681
Cute French Nails Rhinestone Design | Embellished Nails - NB4924
Pastel Marble Nails with Black Rhinestones | Embellished Nails - NB4946
Striped Pink Nails Rhinestone Design | Embellished Nails - NB4934
Simple Rhinestone Nails Design | Embellished Nails - NB4950
Short Hello Kitty Nails | Bow Nails - NB5162
Fall Nail Designs with Rhinestones
Ombre Sparkle Yellow Nails with Flowers | Yellow Birthday Nails - NB6447
Dark Wedding Balck and Gray Nail Design|Wedding-NB-D-422
Long Red Nails with White Tips for Fall Wedding | Fall Nails - NB5600
Bridal Shower Embellished Nail Design | Wedding-NB-D-79
Luxury Prada Nails with Golden Foliage Design | Branded Nails - NB4264
Dark Wedding Rhinestone Neon Nail Design|Wedding-NB-D-421
Green Tip Fall Wedding Nail Art | Fall Nails - NB5676
Dark Wedding Black Nail Design|Wedding-NB-D-431
Fancy Nail Designs with Rhinestones
Peach Fuzz 3D Crackle Nail Design| Color of the Year 2024 - NB-D-147
Embellished Nails with Glitter for Wedding | Classy Nails - NB3819
Full Bling on Nails with Christmas Trees | Winter - NB1292
Prada Nails Floral Design | Branded Nails - NB4262
Mother in Law Embellished Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-257
Chrome Nails with Maple Leaves | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1524
Glitter and Rhinestone Nails
Embellished Classy Nails Design for Holiday | Holiday Nails - NB3792
Rainbow Glitter Nails with Rhinestones | Glitter Nails - NB4981
Green Nails Marble Design | Marble Nails - NB4651
Silver Birthday Nails Design | Birthday Nails - NB5126
Zebra and Leopard Prints with Flower Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2564
Embellished V-shape French Nails Design | French Manicure - NB3330
Blood Nails | Halloween - NB625
Green Nails with Rhinestones
Green Marble Nails with Rhinestones | Marble Nails - NB4658
Emerald Green Toenail Design for Bridesmaid | Wedding-NB-D-546
Gemstone Design for Classy Olive Green Nails | Fall Nails - NB5760
Classy Nails with Modern Reverse French Design | Reverse French Nails - NB5568
Green Nails Gold Rhinestone Design | Embellished Nails - NB4930
Luxury Green Marble Nails for Office | Marble Nails - NB4656
Green Rhinestone Nails
Emerald Green Toenail Design for Bridesmaid | Wedding-NB-D-546
Pink Nails with Rhinestone French Tip | Spring Nails - NB4366
Green Marble Nails with Rhinestones | Marble Nails - NB4650
Embellished Green Nails Leopard Print Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2601
Toeails with Clover Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1479
Soft Baby Boomer Nails with Green Rhinestones | Classy Nails - NB4222
Rhinestone Outlines for Green and Yellow Zebra Nails | Outline Nails - NB5358
Halloween Nails with Rhinestones
Minimal Nails | Halloween - NB518
Ghost Nails | Halloween - NB617
Blood Nails | Halloween - NB584
Black Cat Nails | Halloween - NB543
Bat Nails | Halloween - NB373
Eyeball Nails | Halloween - NB574
Blood Nails | Halloween - NB625
Heart Rhinestone Nails
Embellished Lace Nails with Cutout Hearts | Wedding Nails - NB4630
Honeymoon 3D Pearl with Flower Toenail Design | Wedding-NB-D-590
Valentine Black and Pink Glossy Nails | Valentine Nails - NB2638
Rhinestone Design for Luxury French Nails | Embellished Nails - NB4949
Purple Nail Designs with Rhinestones
Long Purple Nails with Marble Design | Marble Nails - NB4663
Purple Marble Nails Rhinestone Design | Marble Nails - NB4660
Purple Nails with 3D Wheat | Thanksgiving Wheat Nails - NB6297
Galaxy Ombre French Nails Design | Celestial Nails - NB4296
New Year Luxury Blue and Purple Nails | 2024 Nails - NB1363
Embellished Mauve Nails for Work | Professional Nails - NB3299
Rhinestone Flower Nails
Blood Nails | Halloween - NB630
Tropical Animal Nail Design| Tropical-NB-D-218
Elegant Transparent Floral Nails for Easter | Easter Nails - NB3621
Ivory Nails with Rose Accent | Classy Nails - NB4047
Abstract Black Nails with Barbiecore Style Flowers | Abstract Nails - NB5508
Abstract French Manicure | Abstract Nails - NB5494
Silver Nails with Rhinestones
Maple Leaf Nails with Rhinestone Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1504
Chrome Nails with Maple Leaves | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1524
Glitter and Rhinestone Nails Design | Embellished Nails - NB4947
Silver Chrome Nails Cross Design | Cross Nails - NB6025
Nails with Gucci Pattern | Branded Nails - NB4256
Birthday Long Silver Nails | Birthday Nails - NB5150
Christmas Tree Nails with Glitter Embellishment | Christmas | Winter - NB1234
Summer Nails with Rhinestones
Tropical Animal Nail Design| Tropical-NB-D-218
Bridesmaid Yellow Matte Crystal Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-551
Peach Fuzz Rhinestone Nail Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB-D-211
Boho Wedding Embellished Nail Design | Wedding-NB-D-31
Blue Tropical Leaf Nail Design| Tropical-NB-D-602
Bridal Shower Glossy Rhinestone Nail Design | Wedding-NB-D-85
Valentine Nails with Rhinestones
Chic Black Nails with Rhinestones for Valentine | Embellished Nails - NB4958
Rhinestone Design for Luxury French Nails | Embellished Nails - NB4949
Rhinestone Toe Nail Art
Luxury Shimmer Toenail Design for Honeymoon| Wedding-NB-D-636
Embellished French Nail Design for Cruise Wedding| Wedding-NB-D-638
Honeymoon Toenail Design|Wedding-NB-D-460
Honeymoon 3D Pearl with Flower Toenail Design | Wedding-NB-D-590
Bridesmais 3D Flower Green Toenail Design| Wedding-NB-D-534
Embellished Crusie Wedding Toenail Design with Pearl| Wedding-NB-D-639
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
Minimal Nails | Halloween - NB518
Pastel French Tips and Leopard Print | Animal Print Nails - NB2546
Rhinestone Design for Matte Blue Nails | Embellished Nails - NB4956
Pastel Easter Nails Rhinestone Design | Easter Nails - NB3524
Rhinestone Design for Luxury Matte Blue Nails | Embellished Nails - NB4933
Light Blue Nails with Rhinestones | Embellished Nails - NB4944
Blue French Nails Silver Rhinestones on Tips | Embellished Nails - NB4931
Cloud Nails Design for Beach | Cloud Nails - NB5084
Honeymoon Toenail Design|Wedding-NB-D-460
White Nails with Clouds | Cloud Nails - NB5076
Blue Theme Leopard Print Embellished Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB2620
Pastel Galaxy Accent Nails | Celestial Nails - NB4292
Wave Surfing Nail Art | Sport | Travel and Tourism - NB963
Blue Galaxy Nails with Rhinestones | Celestial Nails - NB4286
Elegant Blue Nails Rhinestone Design | Embellished Nails - NB4954
Dark Blue Nails Rhinestone Design | Embellished Nails - NB4945
Luxury Blue Nails with Embellishment | Blue Birthday Nails - NB6407
Bling Swirl Nails for Birthday Party | Blue Birthday Nails - NB6421
Gold Flowers for Birthday Blue Nails Design | Blue Birthday Nails - NB6434
Rhinestone French Tip Nails | Embellished Nails - NB4955
Nails with Blue Shades for Birthday | Blue Birthday Nails - NB6433
Cloud Design for Ombre Nails | Cloud Nails - NB5086
Blue Tropical Leaf Nail Design| Tropical-NB-D-602
Blue Gothic Almond Nails for Easter | Easter Nails - NB3649
Blue Nail Design with Butterfly for Bridesmaid | Wedding-NB-D-547
Blue Nails with Sparkle and Shine | Blue Birthday Nails - NB6408
Blue Russian Almond Nails with Embellishment | Blue Birthday Nails - NB6430
Embellished Nails Cross Design | Cross Nails - NB6037
Simple Rhinestone Nails Design | Embellished Nails - NB4950
Blue Nails with Shapes of Color | Blue Birthday Nails - NB6413
Blue Theme Nails with Colorful Shapes of Color Design | Blue Birthday Nails - NB6416
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.