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
Romantic Matte Black Nails with Embellishment | Matte Valentine Nails- NB7447
Full Rhinestone French Nails with Christmas Trees | Winter - NB1294
Bling Swirl Nails for Birthday Party | Blue Birthday Nails - NB6421
Chrome Cinnamon Slate Nails Design | Benjamin Moore Color Trend 2025 - NB6088
Bridal Shower Embellished Milky Pink Toenail Design | Wedding-NB-D-614
Embellished Sunflower Nails for Wedding | Sunflower Nails - NB5276
Short Nails With Rhinestones
Neutral Nails Accent Design | Spring Nails - NB4372
Short Luxury Mocha Mousse Nails with Hearts | Color of the Year 2025 - NB6997
Gold Flowers for Birthday Blue Nails Design | Blue Birthday Nails - NB6434
Mother in Law Filigree Nail Art| Wedding-NB-D-248
Toeails with Clover Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1479
Chic Black Nails with Rhinestones for Valentine | Embellished Nails - NB4958
Embellished Pink Nails for Love Day | Valentine Nails - NB2641
Rhinestone Wedding Nails
Embellished Light Coral Nails for Fall Wedding | Fall Nails - NB5636
Transparent Nails with Chrome Tips | French Manicure - NB3607
Embellished Lace Nails with Cutout Hearts | Wedding Nails - NB4630
White Shimmer Nails with Forest Green Accent for Fall Wedding | Fall Nails - NB5665
Light Coral Floral Ombre Nails for Fall Wedding | Fall Nails - NB5643
Short Baby Boomer Nails Glitter Design | Baby Boomer Nails - NB5048
White Nails with Rhinestones
Black and White Leopard Print Nails with Embellishments | Animal Print Nails - NB4321
Eyeball Nails | Halloween - NB574
Ghost Nails | Halloween - NB638
Fall Wedding Nails Rhinestone Design | Fall Nails - NB5619
White Rhinestone Nails
Ivory Office Nails with Shimmer Design | Professional Nails - NB3054
Blood Nails | Halloween - NB584
French Manicure Design with Chanel Theme | Branded Nails - NB4243
Transparent Nails with Chrome Tips | French Manicure - NB3607
3D Sunflower and Ladybug Nails Design | Sunflower Nails - NB5239
Embellished Nails with Glitter for Wedding | Classy Nails - NB3819
Cute French Nails Rhinestone Design | Embellished Nails - NB4924
Nude Nails with Rhinestones
Zebra and Leopard Prints with Flower Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2564
Spider Nails | Halloween - NB795
Boho Chic Wedding Toenail Design | Wedding-NB-D-28
Rhinestone Embellishments on Christmas Tree Nails| Winter - NB1290
Gradient Autumn Maple Leaf Nails with Embellishments | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1536
Embellished Work Glossy Nude Nails | Professional Nails - NB3295
Honeymoon Embellished Filigree Nails with Rhinestone | Wedding-NB-D-596
Pink Nails with Rhinestones
Baby Boomer Nails Minimal Design with Rhinestones | Classy Nails - NB4223
Embellished Peach Fuzz Nails | Color of the Year 2024 - NB-D-184
Short Pink Nails with Rhinestones | Spring Nails - NB4362
Embellished Peach Fuzz Nails with Dalmatian Print | Animal Print Nails - NB1987
Pink Rhinestone Nails
Flower and Leopard Print Nail Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2553
Embellished Nails with Sunflowers | Thanksgiving Sunflower Nails - NB6244
Fall Theme for Clear Nails | Thanksgiving Harvest Nails - NB6311
Luxury Outline Nails with Pink Hearts for Valentine | Valentine's Heart Nails - NB7211
Silver and Pink Luxury Nails with Dalmatian Print Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2012
Almond Nails with Embellished Crown for Birthday | Birthday Crown Nails - NB7076
French Nails with Rhinestones
Brown and White French Nails with Dalmatian Print Design | Animal Print Nails - NB1980
Galaxy Ombre French Nails Design | Celestial Nails - NB4296
Green Tip Fall Wedding Nail Art | Fall Nails - NB5676
Glossy Peach Fuzz Nails Butterfly Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1807
Eyeball Nails | Halloween - NB574
Crown Design for French Manicure | Birthday Crown Nails - NB7085
Striped Pink Nails Rhinestone Design | Embellished Nails - NB4934
Black Nails with Rhinestones
Dark Wedding Embellished Flower Nail Art |Wedding-NB-D-297
Black Marble Nail with Rhinestones | Marble Nails - NB4639
Luxury Crown Nails Design for Birthday | Birthday Crown Nails - NB7082
Blue and Black Nails Rhinestone Design | Blue Birthday Nails - NB6426
Black Rhinestone Nails
Dark Wedding Black and Accent Pink Nail Design |Wedding-NB-D-298
Dark Wedding Stiletto Flower Nail Designs|Wedding-NB-D-295
Chevron Tips and Black Rhinestones | Embellished Nails - NB4938
Dark Wedding Black Nail Design|Wedding-NB-D-431
Chrome Nails with Rose Flower 3D Nail Charms | Chrome Nails - NB5315
Easy Blossom Pink Nails Design for Valentine | Simple Valentine's Nails - NB7282
Bling Coffin Nails
Coffin Nails Chevron Design | French Manicure - NB3329
Embellished Luxury New Year Nails | 2024 Nails - NB1365
Embellished Dalmatian Print Nail Design | Animal Print Nails - NB1969
Bridal Shower Glossy Rhinestone Nail Design | Wedding-NB-D-85
Christmas Tree Nails with Glitter Embellishment | Christmas | Winter - NB1234
Embellished Rhinestone Honeymoon Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-413
Yellow French Nails with Dalmatian Print Design | Animal Print Nails - NB1968
Dark Black Chrome Nails Design | Chrome Nails - NB5300
Easy Nail Designs with Rhinestones
Embellished V-shape French Nails Design | French Manicure - NB3330
Easy to Do Birthday Square Nails | 19th Birthday Nails - NB6870
25th Holographic Birthday Nails | 25th Birthday Nails - NB6884
Minimal New Year Nail Design | 2024 Nails - NB1341
White Bunny for Baby Blue Nails | Bunny Nails- NB7680
Minimal Rhinestone Design for Blue Nails | Tiffany Blue Nails- NB7975
Red Nails with Rhinestones
Red Ombre Nails with Embellished Accents | Red Ombre Nails Design- NB6535
Red Nails Royal Silhouette Cat Design | Silhouette Cat Nails - NB7152
Elegant Red Nails Rhinestone Design | Embellished Nails - NB4939
Red Nails Design with Chrome Outline and Heart | Chrome Valentine's Nails- NB7397
Blood Nails | Halloween - NB625
3D Zodiac Constellation Design for Starry Night Nails | Valentine's Starry Night Nails - NB7170
Embellished Celestial Nails Design | Valentine's Starry Night Nails - NB7167
Red and Pink Ombre Nails with Cuff Borderline | Outline Nails - NB5376
Red Rhinestone Nails
Rhinestone Hearts for Nails | Embellished Nails - NB4951
Haunted House Nails| Halloween - NB618
Red and White Dalmatian Print Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB1975
Elegant Black Chrome Nails Design | Chrome Nails - NB5317
Gold Rhinestones for Nails
Luxury Blue Nails with Embellishment | Blue Birthday Nails - NB6407
Prada Luxury Nails Design | Branded Nails - NB4263
Tropical Animal Nail Design| Tropical-NB-D-218
Luxury Green Nails Rhinestone Design | Embellished Nails - NB4927
Gold Nails with Rhinestones
Bunny Design for Luxury Glitter Nails | Bunny Nails- NB7696
Gold and White Nails Bunny Nails Design | Bunny Nails- NB7682
Rose Gold Birthday Bling Nails | Birthday Nails - NB5098
White and Gold Fall Wedding Nails with Delicate Patterns | Fall Nails - NB5631
Nails with Diamond Design | Embellished Nails - NB4941
Ombre Nails with Rhinestones
Blue Ombre Glitter Nails | Blue Ombre Nails - NB6470
Light Coral Floral Ombre Nails for Fall Wedding | Fall Nails - NB5643
Glossy Brown Almond Nails for Fall Wedding | Fall Nails - NB5654
Beach Wedding Dark Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-40
Peach Fuzz and Blue Nails with Decorations | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1819
Blood Nails | Halloween - NB630
Almond Nail Designs with Rhinestones
Baby Boomer Nails with Pink Glitter Design | Baby Boomer Nails - NB5045
Sky Blue and Lemon Yellow Nails with Ring Finger Design | Spring Nails- NB7965
Tropical Leaf Nail Art with Rhinestones | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1447
Embellished Light Coral Nails for Fall Wedding | Fall Nails - NB5636
Birthday Nails with Rhinestones
Birthday Nails Rhinestone Design | Birthday Nails - NB5146
Green Nails with Nude Accents | Classy Birthday Nails - NB6170
Brown Aurora Nails for Birthday | Classy Birthday Nails - NB6156
French Rhinestone Nails with Crown Design | Birthday Crown Nails - NB7079
Blue Nails with Shapes of Color | Blue Birthday Nails - NB6413
Silver Birthday Nails Design | Birthday Nails - NB5126
Embellished 21st Birthday Nails | Birthday Nails - NB5195
Nails with Blue Shades for Birthday | Blue Birthday Nails - NB6433
Stiletto Nails with Rhinestones
Black Rhinestones for Dark Nails | Embellished Nails - NB4935
Dark Wedding Rhinestone Nail Designs|Wedding-NB-D-294
Dark Wedding Stiletto Flower Nail Designs|Wedding-NB-D-295
Dark Wedding Black Nail Design|Wedding-NB-D-431
Dark Wedding Embellished Stiletto Nail Design|Wedding-NB-D-435
Rhinestone Design for Stiletto Heart Nails | Valentine's Heart Nails - NB7195
Blue Nail Designs with Rhinestones
Luxury Blue Nails with Silver Accent | Winter Nails Design - NB6744
White Bunny for Baby Blue Nails | Bunny Nails- NB7680
Blue Rhinestone Nails
Embellished Blue Ombre Nails | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6626
Embellished Blue Galaxy Nails Design | Celestial Nails - NB4282
Blue Galaxy Nails with Rhinestones | Celestial Nails - NB4286
Blue Nails Rhinestone Embellishments | Embellished Nails - NB4923
Encapsulated Embellished Snowman Nails | Christmas Nails - NB1681
Easter Eggs with Rhinestones Nails Design | Easter Nails - NB3526
Dark Stiletto Nails with Silhouette Cat Accent | Silhouette Cat Nails - NB7151
Brown Nails with Rhinestones
Rhinestone Design for Ombre Mocha Mousse Nails | Color of the Year 2025 - NB7022
Burberry Pattern on Nails with Embellishments | Branded Nails - NB4233
Short Luxury Mocha Mousse Nails with Hearts | Color of the Year 2025 - NB6997
Chanel Theme Long French Nails | Branded Nails - NB4248
Classy Burberry Nail Design with Rhinestones | Branded Nails - NB4229
Embellished Mocha Mousse Polka Dot Nails | Color of the Year 2025 - NB7036
Haunted House Nails| Halloween - NB618
Butterfly Rhinestone Nails
Glossy Peach Fuzz Nails Butterfly Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1807
Blue Nail Design with Butterfly for Bridesmaid | Wedding-NB-D-547
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
Christmas Nail Designs with Rhinestones
Glossy French Christmas Tree Nails with Rhinestone | Winter - NB1291
Christmas Tree Nail Design with Rhinestone | Winter - NB1288
Luxury Christmas Trees Nails with Rhinestone | Winter - NB1293
Encapsulated Embellished Snowman Nails | Christmas Nails - NB1681
Chrome Nails with Rhinestones
Blue and Black Nails Rhinestone Design | Blue Birthday Nails - NB6426
Embellished Red Chrome Nails | Chrome Nails - NB5295
Birthday Embellished Yellow Nails | Birthday Nails - NB5111
Cute Nail Designs with Rhinestones
Simple Rhinestone Nails Design | Embellished Nails - NB4950
White Bunny for Baby Blue Nails | Bunny Nails- NB7680
Striped Pink Nails Rhinestone Design | Embellished Nails - NB4934
Embellished Blue and Pink Nails with Mini Mouse | Cartoon Nails - NB6641
Valentine Bears and Hearts Nails Design | Valentine's Cute Nails - NB7108
Baby Blue Nails Pink Heart Design | Blue Valentine Nails- NB7376
Mickey Mouse Design for Blue Ombre Nails | Cartoon Nails - NB6636
Pink Nails with Bear Design | Valentine's Cute Nails - NB7111
Fall Nail Designs with Rhinestones
Bridal Shower Glossy Rhinestone Nail Design | Wedding-NB-D-85
Burberry Nail Art for Fall | Branded Nails - NB4231
Brown Nails with Burberry Accents | Branded Nails - NB4230
Almond-shaped Brown Nails for Fall Wedding | Fall Nails - NB5642
Glitter and Rhinestone Design for Autumn Wedding Nails | Fall Nails - NB5624
Ombre Sparkle Yellow Nails with Flowers | Yellow Birthday Nails - NB6447
Elegant Bordeaux Burgundy Nails | Fall Nails - NB5758
Luxury Prada Nails with Golden Foliage Design | Branded Nails - NB4264
Fancy Nail Designs with Rhinestones
Luxury Stiletto Nails with Embellishment | St. Patrick's Day Nails- NB7893
Prada Nails Floral Design | Branded Nails - NB4262
Mother in Law Filigree Nail Art| Wedding-NB-D-248
Glitter and Rhinestone Nails
Fall Wedding Long Square Nails with Gold Glitter | Fall Nails - NB5667
Peach Fuzz Nails with Decorations| Color of the Year 2024 - NB1748
Pink Nails and Tiny Blue Hearts | Pink Valentine's Nails - NB7255
Ombre Sparkle Yellow Nails with Flowers | Yellow Birthday Nails - NB6447
Classy and Luxury Mocha Mousse Nails Design | Color of the Year 2025 - NB6922
Stylish White Snow Nails | Sherwin William Color Capsule 2025 - NB6401
Red Nails Royal Silhouette Cat Design | Silhouette Cat Nails - NB7152
Green Nails with Rhinestones
Embellished Mint Green Nail Design | Shimmer Nails - NB4158
Green Nails with Pumpkin | Thanksgiving Pumpkin Nails - NB6206
Matte Green and Yellow Nails with Rhinestone | Embellished Nails - NB4952
Rhinestone Outlines for Green and Yellow Zebra Nails | Outline Nails - NB5358
Green Tip Fall Wedding Nail Art | Fall Nails - NB5676
Luxury Stiletto Nails with Embellishment | St. Patrick's Day Nails- NB7893
Gemstone Accent Design for Olive Green Nails | Fall Nails - NB5749
Green Rhinestone Nails
Ombre French Christmas Tree Nails with Rhinestones | Winter - NB1297
Green Nails Rhinestone Design | Embellished Nails - NB4918
Blue Russian Almond Nails with Embellishment | Blue Birthday Nails - NB6430
Green Nails Gold Rhinestone Design | Embellished Nails - NB4930
Glossy Nude Nails with Rhinestones and Glitters | Nude Birthday Nails - NB6442
Emerald Green Toenail Design for Bridesmaid | Wedding-NB-D-546
Toeails with Clover Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1479
Halloween Nails with Rhinestones
Minimal Nails | Halloween - NB518
Ghost Nails | Halloween - NB617
Eyeball Nails | Halloween - NB574
Vampire Nails | Halloween - NB540
Eyeball Nails | Halloween - NB449
Haunted House Nails| Halloween - NB618
Blood Nails | Halloween - NB630
Heart Rhinestone Nails
Almond Broken Heart Nails | Heart Nails - NB4604
Embellished Pink Nails for Love Day | Valentine Nails - NB2641
Birthday Party Nails Design | 18th Birthday Nails - NB6850
Pink Swirl Nails with Crystal Design | Valentine's Heart Nails - NB7178
Rhinestone Hearts for Nails | Embellished Nails - NB4951
Silver Decoration for Red Valentine Nails | Valentine's Heart Nails - NB7193
Purple Nail Designs with Rhinestones
Short Oval Nails with Purple Outline | Outline Nails - NB5416
Embellished Mauve Nails for Work | Professional Nails - NB3299
Rhinestone Flower Nails
Classy Holiday Nails with Flower Design | Holiday Nails - NB3794
Peach Fuzz and Blue Nails with Decorations | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1819
Neutral Nails with White Flowers | Spring Nails - NB4365
Easter Floral Nails with Rhinestones Design | Easter Nails - NB3528
Chrome Nails Rose Design | Chrome Nails - NB5308
Silver Nails with Rhinestones
Skeleton Nails | Halloween - NB438
Transparent Nails with Chrome Tips | French Manicure - NB3607
Honeymoon Shimmer Nail Design | Wedding-NB-D-600
Stiletto French Tips Rhinestone Design | Embellished Nails - NB4943
Summer Nails with Rhinestones
Embellished Peach Fuzz Nails | Color of the Year 2024 - NB-D-196
Bridal Shower Glossy Rhinestone Nail Design | Wedding-NB-D-85
Boho Wedding Embellished Gold Foil Nail Design|Wedding-NB-D-487
Neon Green Marble Nails Design | Marble Nails - NB4707
Fancy Yellow Nails for Birthday | Birthday Nails - NB5144
Valentine Nails with Rhinestones
Stamped Kiss Nails Design | Kiss Nails for Valentine - NB7214
Heart Crystal Design for Neutral Swirl Nails | Valentine's Heart Nails - NB7198
Red and Pink Ombre Nails with Cuff Borderline | Outline Nails - NB5376
Baby Blue Nails Pink Heart Design | Blue Valentine Nails- NB7376
Heart Design for Glossy Ombre French Nails | Valentine's Heart Nails - NB7199
Pink Nails with Bear Design | Valentine's Cute Nails - NB7111
Rhinestone Toe Nail Art
Embellished French Nail Design for Cruise Wedding| Wedding-NB-D-638
Boho Wedding Embellished Gold Foil Nail Design|Wedding-NB-D-487
Embellished Black Toenail Design for Bridesmaid| Wedding-NB-D-557
Toeails with Clover Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1479
3D Floral Embellished Toenail Design for Honeymoon| Wedding-NB-D-634
Mother in Law Dusty Rose Color with Flower Nail Design|Wedding-NB-D-456
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.
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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.