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
Honeymoon Embellished Filigree Nails with Rhinestone | Wedding-NB-D-596
Embellished Luxury Fall Wedding Ombre Nails | Fall Nails - NB5644
Glossy Peach Fuzz Nails Butterfly Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1807
Glossy French Christmas Tree Nails with Rhinestone | Winter - NB1291
Glossy Black Nails with Leopard Print Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2586
Rhinestone Design for Luxury Matte Blue Nails | Embellished Nails - NB4933
Peach Fuzz Nails with Decorations and Butterflies | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1817
Short Nails With Rhinestones
Gold Flowers for Birthday Blue Nails Design | Blue Birthday Nails - NB6434
Leopard Nails Design with Rhinestones | Animal Print Nails - NB2515
Peach Fuzz Rhinestone Nails| Color of the Year 2024 - NB-D-174
Golden Fishnet Pattern Nails with Wheat | Thanksgiving Wheat Nails - NB6294
Neutral Nails Accent Design | Spring Nails - NB4372
Rhinestone Wedding Nails
Autumn Wedding Embellished Ombre Gray Nails | Fall Nails - NB5623
Green Tip Fall Wedding Nail Art | Fall Nails - NB5676
White Nails with Rhinestones
Bridal Shower Minimal Accent Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-69
Golden Fishnet Pattern Nails with Wheat | Thanksgiving Wheat Nails - NB6294
Embellished Polar Bear Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3172
Ombre French Christmas Tree Nails with Rhinestones | Winter - NB1297
Rhinestone Accent for Baby Boomer Nails | Baby Boomer Nails - NB5039
White Rhinestone Nails
Mother in Law Embellished Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-257
Ghost Nails | Halloween - NB614
Bridal Shower Minimal Accent Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-69
Minimal Nails | Halloween - NB518
Leopard Print Hot Pink Nails Design | Animal Print Nails - NB4331
Bling Birthday Nails Design | Birthday Nails - NB5467
Embellished Pink Nails for Love Day | Valentine Nails - NB2641
Embellished V-shape French Nails Design | French Manicure - NB3330
Nude Nails with Rhinestones
Honeymoon 3D Pearl with Flower Toenail Design | Wedding-NB-D-590
Luxury Prada Nails with Golden Foliage Design | Branded Nails - NB4264
Hearts on Nails with Feather Design | Valentine Nails - NB2701
Geometric Patterns on Peach Fuzz Nails | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1914
Honeymoon Glitter Nail Design with Rose| Wedding-NB-D-589
Pink Nails with Rhinestones
Blue Theme Leopard Print Embellished Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB2620
Flower and Leopard Print Nail Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2553
Bridal Shower 3D Embellished Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-64
Embellished Peach Fuzz Nails with Dalmatian Print | Animal Print Nails - NB1999
Peach Fuzz Rhinestone Nails| Color of the Year 2024 - NB-D-174
Bridal Shower Nail Art Design | Wedding-NB-D-81
Pink Rhinestone Nails
Embellished Mauve Nails for Work | Professional Nails - NB3299
Vintage Floral Nail Design with Stripes | Valentine Nails - NB2107
Flower and Leopard Print Nail Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2553
Embellished Pink Nails for 16th Birthday | Birthday Nails - NB5179
Dalmatian Print Nails Rhinestone Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2002
French Nails with Rhinestones
Dalmatian Print Design on Pink Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB1974
French Manicure Design with Chanel Theme | Branded Nails - NB4243
Pink Nails with Rhinestone French Tip | Spring Nails - NB4366
Dalmatian Print Nails with Rhinestone Design | Animal Print Nails - NB1981
Blue French Nails Silver Rhinestones on Tips | Embellished Nails - NB4931
Black and White Dalmatian Print Glossy Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB1977
Black Nails with Rhinestones
Luxury Christmas Trees Nails with Rhinestone | Winter - NB1293
Stylish Black Nails Design for New Year | 2024 Nails - NB3701
3D Cross Nails Design for Halloween | Halloween Cross Nails - NB6024
Black Rhinestone Nails
Dark Wedding Black and Accent Pink Nail Design |Wedding-NB-D-298
Embellished Nail Design with Rhinestone for Dark Wedding|Wedding-NB-D-290
Dark Wedding Embellished Stiletto Nail Design|Wedding-NB-D-435
Nails with Black Rhinestone Design | Embellished Nails - NB4925
Bling Coffin Nails
Rhinestone Design for Matte Blue Nails | Embellished Nails - NB4956
Golden Fishnet Pattern Nails with Wheat | Thanksgiving Wheat Nails - NB6294
Elegant Baby Boomer Nails with Rhinestones | Baby Boomer Nails - NB5040
Dalmatian Print Nails Rhinestone Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2002
Peach Fuzz Rhinestone Nails| Color of the Year 2024 - NB-D-174
Embellished Tropical Leaf Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1428
Peach Fuzz Nails with Embellishment | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1744
Easy Nail Designs with Rhinestones
Green Nails with Pumpkin | Thanksgiving Pumpkin Nails - NB6206
Abstract Dot Nails Design | Abstract Nails - NB5487
Pearly Nails for Work | Professional Nails - NB3048
16th Birthday Bling Nails | Birthday Nails - NB5183
Red Nails with Embellished Reverse French Mani | Reverse French Nails - NB5570
Fall Wedding Long Square Nails with Gold Glitter | Fall Nails - NB5667
Leopard Pattern Nails with Rhinestones | Animal Print Nails - NB2534
Red Nails with Rhinestones
Vampire Nails | Halloween - NB573
Classy Red Nails Rhinestone Design | Reverse French Nails - NB5560
Red Nails with Floral Accents | Spring Nails - NB3958
Versace-inspired Red Nails | Branded Nails - NB4269
Rhinestone and Crystal Design Vampire Nails | Halloween Vampire Nails - NB5999
Blood Nails | Halloween - NB625
Red Rhinestone Nails
Red and White Dalmatian Print Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB1975
Christmas Tree Nails with Glitter Embellishment | Christmas | Winter - NB1234
Embellishment Silhouette Christmas Tree Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1235
Glossy French Nails with Dalmatian Print | Animal Print Nails - NB1998
Hearts on Nails with Feather Design | Valentine Nails - NB2701
Embellished Burnt Orange Office Nails | Professional Nails - NB3066
Gold Rhinestones for Nails
Blue and Black Nails Rhinestone Design | Blue Birthday Nails - NB6426
Nails with Gucci Pattern | Branded Nails - NB4256
Mustard Yellow Nails Rhinestone Design | Embellished Nails - NB4922
Blue Theme Nails with Colorful Shapes of Color Design | Blue Birthday Nails - NB6416
Nude Nails Gold Rhinestone Design | Embellished Nails - NB4920
Tropical Animal Nail Design| Tropical-NB-D-218
Embellished Rhinestone Nail Design for Boho Wedding |Wedding-NB-D-473
Luxury Green Nails Rhinestone Design | Embellished Nails - NB4927
Gold Nails with Rhinestones
Luxury Gold Birthday Nails Design | Birthday Nails - NB5096
16th Birthday Bling Nails | Birthday Nails - NB5183
Embellished Nails with Glitter for Wedding | Classy Nails - NB3819
Nails with Diamond Design | Embellished Nails - NB4941
Geometric LGBT Nails with Foil Design | Pride | LGBTQIA2S+ Nails - NB2392
White and Gold Fall Wedding Nails with Delicate Patterns | Fall Nails - NB5631
Ombre Nails with Rhinestones
Boho Chic Wedding Toenail Design | Wedding-NB-D-28
Short Pastel Nails with Leopard Print Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2552
Embellished Cuff Nail Design for Wedding | Outline Nails - NB5400
Almond-shaped Brown Nails for Fall Wedding | Fall Nails - NB5642
Almond Nail Designs with Rhinestones
Cinnamon Slate Nails with Accent | Benjamin Moore Color Trend 2025 - NB6090
Bridesmaid Yellow Matte Crystal Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-551
Vampire Nails | Halloween - NB544
Dark Wedding Filigree Flower Nails Design|Wedding-NB-D-419
Versace-inspired Red Nails | Branded Nails - NB4269
Lesbian Bling Nail Design | Pride | LGBTQIA2S+ Nails - NB2075
Embellished Luxury Fall Wedding Ombre Nails | Fall Nails - NB5644
Birthday Nails with Rhinestones
Birthday Long Silver Nails | Birthday Nails - NB5150
Bling Swirl Nails for Birthday Party | Blue Birthday Nails - NB6421
Blue Russian Almond Nails with Embellishment | Blue Birthday Nails - NB6430
Birthday Nails Rhinestone Design | Birthday Nails - NB5146
16th Birthday Bling Nails | Birthday Nails - NB5183
Birthday Rose Gold Nails Design | Birthday Nails - NB5110
Blue Nails with Shapes of Color | Blue Birthday Nails - NB6413
Stiletto Nails with Rhinestones
Bling Birthday Nails Design | Birthday Nails - NB5467
Dark Wedding Embellished Flower Nail Art |Wedding-NB-D-297
Blood Nails | Halloween - NB625
Blue Nail Designs with Rhinestones
Pastel French Tips and Leopard Print | Animal Print Nails - NB2546
Cloud Design for Ombre Nails | Cloud Nails - NB5086
Pastel Galaxy Accent Nails | Celestial Nails - NB4292
Minimal Nails | Halloween - NB518
Diamond Shape Color Blocks for Nails Design | Blue Birthday Nails - NB6412
Vampire Nails | Halloween - NB540
Blue Rhinestone Nails
Floral 3D Accent for Mint Green Nails | Shimmer Nails - NB4160
Blue Galaxy Nails with Rhinestones | Celestial Nails - NB4286
Vampire Nails | Halloween - NB540
Encapsulated Embellished Snowman Nails | Christmas Nails - NB1681
Pastel Galaxy Accent Nails | Celestial Nails - NB4292
Brown Nails with Rhinestones
Flower and Leopard Print Nail Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2553
Brown Marble Nails Design | Marble Nails - NB4645
Haunted House Nails| Halloween - NB618
Almond-shaped Brown Nails for Fall Wedding | Fall Nails - NB5642
Butterfly Rhinestone Nails
Peach Fuzz and Blue Nails with Decorations | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1819
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
Glossy Peach Fuzz Nails Butterfly Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1807
Peach Fuzz Nails with Decorations and Butterflies | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1817
Christmas Nail Designs with Rhinestones
Christmas Tree Nails with Rhinestones | Winter - NB1296
Encapsulated Embellished Snowman Nails | Christmas Nails - NB1681
Ombre French Christmas Tree Nails with Rhinestones | Winter - NB1297
Chrome Nails with Rhinestones
Silver Chrome Nails Cross Design | Cross Nails - NB6025
Transparent Nails with Chrome Tips | French Manicure - NB3607
Blue and Black Nails Rhinestone Design | Blue Birthday Nails - NB6426
Cute Nail Designs with Rhinestones
Striped Pink Nails Rhinestone Design | Embellished Nails - NB4934
Cute French Nails Rhinestone Design | Embellished Nails - NB4924
Simple Rhinestone Nails Design | Embellished Nails - NB4950
Pastel Marble Nails with Black Rhinestones | Embellished Nails - NB4946
Short Hello Kitty Nails | Bow Nails - NB5162
Cute 3D Nails with Sunflower and Bee Design | Sunflower Nails - NB5238
Encapsulated Embellished Snowman Nails | Christmas Nails - NB1681
Fall Nail Designs with Rhinestones
White Shimmer Nails with Forest Green Accent for Fall Wedding | Fall Nails - NB5665
Embellished Gray Ombre Nails for Autumn Wedding | Fall Nails - NB5596
Fall Wedding Mellow Rose Nails Design | Fall Nails - NB5663
Green Tip Fall Wedding Nail Art | Fall Nails - NB5676
Fall Wedding Light Purple Nails | Fall Nails - NB5659
Matte Green and Yellow Nails with Rhinestone | Embellished Nails - NB4952
Light Coral Floral Ombre Nails for Fall Wedding | Fall Nails - NB5643
Birthday Nails Rhinestone Design | Birthday Nails - NB5146
Fancy Nail Designs with Rhinestones
Luxury Pink Nails for Spring | Spring Nails - NB4371
3D Floral Embellished Toenail Design for Honeymoon| Wedding-NB-D-634
Embellished Pink Nails Design | Spring Nails - NB4363
Chrome Embellished Nails with Maple Leaves | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1508
Elegant Chanel-inspired Nail Design | Branded Nails - NB4246
Glitter and Rhinestone Nails
Abstract French Manicure | Abstract Nails - NB5494
Rhinestone Design for Watercolor Nails | Yellow Birthday Nails - NB6448
Embellished Nails with Sunflowers | Thanksgiving Sunflower Nails - NB6244
Honeymoon Glitter Nail Design with Rose| Wedding-NB-D-589
Embellished Bridal Shower Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-62
French Manicure Design with Chanel Theme | Branded Nails - NB4243
Glitter and Rhinestone Design for Yellow Nails | Embellished Nails - NB4957
Green Nails Marble Design | Marble Nails - NB4651
Green Nails with Rhinestones
Green Nails Gold Rhinestone Design | Embellished Nails - NB4930
Green Nails with Nude Accents | Classy Birthday Nails - NB6170
Rhinestone Outlines for Green and Yellow Zebra Nails | Outline Nails - NB5358
Fall Wedding Nails Rhinestone Design | Fall Nails - NB5619
Tropical Leaf Nail Art with Rhinestones | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1447
Chrome Embellished Nails with Maple Leaves | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1508
Green Rhinestone Nails
Glossy Nude Nails with Rhinestones and Glitters | Nude Birthday Nails - NB6442
Ombre French Christmas Tree Nails with Rhinestones | Winter - NB1297
Green Nails Gold Rhinestone Design | Embellished Nails - NB4930
Rhinestone Outlines for Green and Yellow Zebra Nails | Outline Nails - NB5358
Green Marble Nails with Rhinestones | Marble Nails - NB4650
Soft Baby Boomer Nails with Green Rhinestones | Classy Nails - NB4222
Bridesmais 3D Flower Green Toenail Design| Wedding-NB-D-534
Green Nails with Dalmatian Print Design | Animal Print Nails - NB1990
Halloween Nails with Rhinestones
Dracula Nails | Halloween - NB451
Eyeball Nails | Halloween - NB574
Skeleton Nails | Halloween - NB438
Blood Nails | Halloween - NB584
Ghost Nails | Halloween - NB638
Black Cat Nails | Halloween - NB652
Vampire Nails | Halloween - NB540
Heart Rhinestone Nails
Rhinestone Design for Luxury French Nails | Embellished Nails - NB4949
Purple Nail Designs with Rhinestones
Embellished Mauve Nails for Work | Professional Nails - NB3299
Purple Marble Nails with Decorations | Marble Nails - NB4671
Rhinestone Design for Pastel Marble Nails | Embellished Nails - NB4919
Purple Nails with 3D Wheat | Thanksgiving Wheat Nails - NB6297
Long Purple Nails with Marble Design | Marble Nails - NB4663
Purple Marble Nails Rhinestone Design | Marble Nails - NB4660
Rhinestone Flower Nails
Embellished 3D Nails with Sunflowers | Sunflower Nails - NB5235
Dark Wedding Filigree Flower Nails Design|Wedding-NB-D-419
Black and Orange Nail Design for Dark Wedding|Wedding-NB-D-289
Spring Nails with 3D Flowers | Spring Nails - NB3959
3D Sunflower and Ladybug Nails Design | Sunflower Nails - NB5239
Silver Nails with Rhinestones
Stiletto French Tips Rhinestone Design | Embellished Nails - NB4943
Embellishment Silhouette Christmas Tree Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1235
Bling Birthday Nails Design | Birthday Nails - NB5467
Embellished Luxury New Year Nails | 2024 Nails - NB1365
Christmas Tree Nails with Glitter Embellishment | Christmas | Winter - NB1234
Summer Nails with Rhinestones
Bridal Shower Glossy Rhinestone Nail Design | Wedding-NB-D-85
Bridesmais 3D Flower Green Toenail Design| Wedding-NB-D-534
Neon Green Marble Nails Design | Marble Nails - NB4707
Birthday Embellished Yellow Nails | Birthday Nails - NB5111
Embellished Sunflower Nails for Wedding | Sunflower Nails - NB5276
Colorful 20st Birthday Nails Design | Birthday Nails - NB5202
Tropical Flower with Animal Print Nail Design| Tropical-NB-D-220
Valentine Nails with Rhinestones
Rhinestone Hearts for Nails | Embellished Nails - NB4951
Embellished Pink Nails for Love Day | Valentine Nails - NB2641
Rhinestone Toe Nail Art
Honeymoon Toenail Design|Wedding-NB-D-460
Mother in Law Dusty Rose Color with Flower Nail Design|Wedding-NB-D-456
Honeymoon 3D Pearl with Flower Toenail Design | Wedding-NB-D-590
Toeails with Clover Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1479
Luxury Shimmer Toenail Design for Honeymoon| Wedding-NB-D-636
Boho Chic Wedding Toenail Design | Wedding-NB-D-28
Embellished French Nail Design for Cruise Wedding| Wedding-NB-D-638
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
Flower and Leopard Print Nail Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2553
Eyeball Nails | Halloween - NB449
Ghost Nails | Halloween - NB617
Vampire Nails | Halloween - NB544
Eyeball Nails | Halloween - NB574
Skeleton Nails | Halloween - NB438
Bling Birthday Nails Design | Birthday Nails - NB5467
Blood Nails | Halloween - NB584
Blood Nails | Halloween - NB630
Blood Nails | Halloween - NB625
Ghost Nails | Halloween - NB614
Dark Wedding Black and Purple Nail Designs|Wedding-NB-D-292
Red and Pink Nails with Leopard Spots | Animal Print Nails - NB2569
Luxury Christmas Trees Nails with Rhinestone | Winter - NB1293
Glossy French Christmas Tree Nails with Rhinestone | Winter - NB1291
Dinner Table Nails | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1083
Black Rhinestones for Dark Nails | Embellished Nails - NB4935
Rhinestone Design for Black Dark Nails | Embellished Nails - NB4937
Easy Dark Nails Design with Rhinestones | Embellished Nails - NB4959
Bling Birthday Nails with Crystal Design | Birthday Nails - NB5468
Glossy Black Nails with Leopard Print Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2586
Black and White Leopard Print Nails with Embellishments | Animal Print Nails - NB4321
French Manicure Design with Chanel Theme | Branded Nails - NB4243
Black and White Leopard Print Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB4322
Valentine Black and Pink Glossy Nails | Valentine Nails - NB2638
Dracula Nails | Halloween - NB451
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.