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
Christmas Tree Nail Design with Rhinestone | Winter - NB1288
Red Chrome Nails with Rhinestones | Chrome Nails - NB5298
Coffin Nails Chevron Design | French Manicure - NB3329
Long Purple Nails with Marble Design | Marble Nails - NB4663
Yellow Nails with 3D Sunflower Design | Sunflower Nails - NB5236
Embellishment Silhouette Christmas Tree Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1235
Green Nails with Nude Accents | Classy Birthday Nails - NB6170
Black Chrome Nails with 3D Nail Charms | Chrome Nails - NB5305
Short Nails With Rhinestones
Midnight Blue Nails With Tiny Star Designs | Nita Customized Nail Designs- NB7350
Versace Short Nails | Branded Nails - NB4271
3D Teddy Bear Design for Double French Nails | Teddy Nails for Valentine - NB7228
Nude Nails with Prada Accents | Branded Nails - NB4260
Red Ombre Nails Rhinestone Cuff Design | Red Ombre Nails - NB6528
Easy to Do Birthday Square Nails | 19th Birthday Nails - NB6870
Pink Chrome Nails with a 3D Cat Design | Nafas Customized Nails- NB7904
Rhinestone Wedding Nails
Fall Wedding Light Purple Nails | Fall Nails - NB5659
Short and Classy Wedding Nails with Rhinestones | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6682
Embellished Ombre Nails for Fall Wedding | Fall Nails - NB5589
Pink and White Baby Boomer Nails Rhinestone Design | Baby Boomer Nails - NB5041
Matte Baby Boomer Nails with Rhinestones | Baby Boomer Nails - NB5038
White Nails with Rhinestones
Christmas Tree Nails with Glitter Embellishment | Christmas | Winter - NB1234
Black and White Leopard Print Nails with Embellishments | Animal Print Nails - NB4321
Bridal Shower Crystals and Studs Nail Design | Wedding-NB-D-74
Pearly Nails for Work | Professional Nails - NB3048
White Rhinestone Nails
Glitter and Rhinestone Design for Autumn Wedding Nails | Fall Nails - NB5624
Embellished Watercolor Ombre Nails | Blue Ombre Nails - NB6473
Long Ombre Mocha Mousse and Blue Nails Design | Color of the Year 2025 - NB7020
Peach Fuzz and Blue Nails with Decorations | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1819
Nude Nails with Rhinestones
Honeymoon 3D Pearl with Flower Toenail Design | Wedding-NB-D-590
Neutral Nails Crown Design for Birthday | Birthday Crown Nails - NB7071
Glossy Geometric Peach Fuzz Nail Art | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1916
Leopard Pattern Nails with Rhinestones | Animal Print Nails - NB2534
Embellished Peach Fuzz Geometric Nails | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1919
Rhinestone Design for Neutral Nails | Valentine's Heart Nails - NB7186
Pink Nails with Rhinestones
Embellished Stiletto Nails with Cute Cat | Cute Cat Nail Art - NB7138
Neutral Nails Accent Design | Spring Nails - NB4372
Leopard Print Nails with Decorations | Animal Print Nails - NB2588
Embellished Peach Fuzz Nails | Color of the Year 2024 - NB-D-196
Mother in Law Embellished Studs Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-261
Pink Rhinestone Nails
Dalmatian Print Design on Pink Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB1974
Embellished Pink Nails Design | Spring Nails - NB4363
Dalmatian Dog and Print on Pink Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB1996
3D Nail Charm Outline for Pink Leopard Nails | Outline Nails - NB5343
Embellished Stiletto Nails with Pandas | Panda Nails- NB7580
Luxury Nails with 3D Roses for Valentine | Valentine's Rose Nails - NB7163
Dalmatian Print Nails Rhinestone Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2002
French Nails with Rhinestones
Double Micro French Manicure Design for Office | Professional Nails - NB2758
Embellished Jelly Nails with French Tips | Jelly Nails - NB3988
Easter Bling Nails Style | Easter Nails - NB3697
Snowflakes and Rhinestones Nails Design | Embellished Nails - NB4942
Embellished Pink Nails Design | Spring Nails - NB4363
Dracula Nails | Halloween - NB451
Simple Rhinestone Nails Design | Embellished Nails - NB4950
Black Nails with Rhinestones
Beach Wedding Dark Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-40
Embellished Black Toenail Design for Bridesmaid| Wedding-NB-D-557
Dark Wedding Stiletto Flower Nail Designs|Wedding-NB-D-295
Dark Wedding Black and Purple Nail Designs|Wedding-NB-D-292
Dark Wedding Black and Accent Pink Nail Design |Wedding-NB-D-298
Black Rhinestone Nails
Marble Nails Design with Rhinestones | Embellished Nails - NB4960
Dark Wedding Rhinestone Nail Designs|Wedding-NB-D-294
Chevron Tips and Black Rhinestones | Embellished Nails - NB4938
Glossy Nails Rhinestone Design | Embellished Nails - NB4953
Neutral Nails Flower Accent | Classy Nails - NB4042
Bling Coffin Nails
Pink Nails with Rhinestone French Tip | Spring Nails - NB4366
Embellished Tropical Leaf Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1428
Spider Nails | Halloween - NB795
Embellished Chrome Cross Nails | Cross Nails - NB6039
Baby Boomer Nails with Rhinestones for Ring Finger | Baby Boomer Nails - NB5042
Glitter and Rhinestone Design for Yellow Nails | Embellished Nails - NB4957
Blue Flowers for Nude Ombre Nails | Nude Ombre Nail Art - NB6541
Tropical Embellished Nail Design| Tropical-NB-D-223
Easy Nail Designs with Rhinestones
Toeails with Clover Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1479
Peach Fuzz Nails with Embellishment | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1744
Neutral Nails with minimalist Bling for Office | Professional Nails - NB3037
Fall Wedding Nails Rhinestone Design | Fall Nails - NB5619
Rhinestone Nails Design with a Heart for Birthday | Birthday Heart Nails - NB7065
Embellished Mauve Nails for Work | Professional Nails - NB3299
Red Nails with Rhinestones
Red Ombre Nails Rhinestone Cuff Design | Red Ombre Nails - NB6528
Embellished Glossy Nails with Leopard Print | Animal Print Nails - NB2582
Embellished Celestial Nails Design | Valentine's Starry Night Nails - NB7167
Fall Wedding Cherry Tomato Color Nails | Fall Nails - NB5648
Embellished Red Chrome Nails | Chrome Nails - NB5295
Rhinestone Hearts for Nails | Embellished Nails - NB4951
Red Rhinestone Nails
Christmas Tree Nail Design with Rhinestone | Winter - NB1288
Nude Nails Design with Vampire Fangs | Halloween Vampire Nails - NB6015
Rhinestone and Crystal Design Vampire Nails | Halloween Vampire Nails - NB5999
Crystal Cranberry Nails Design | Thanksgiving Cranberry Nails - NB6190
Embellished Glossy Nails with Leopard Print | Animal Print Nails - NB2582
Cranberry-Inspired Rhinestone Nails | Thanksgiving Cranberry Nails - NB6192
Gold Rhinestones for Nails
Embellished Rhinestone Nail Design for Boho Wedding |Wedding-NB-D-473
Fancy Jeweled Boho Wedding Nail Design | Wedding-NB-D7
Short Luxury Mocha Mousse Nails with Hearts | Color of the Year 2025 - NB6997
Diamond Shape Color Blocks for Nails Design | Blue Birthday Nails - NB6412
Gold Nails with Rhinestones
Boho Wedding Embellished Gold Foil Nail Design|Wedding-NB-D-487
Embellished Nails with Glitter for Wedding | Classy Nails - NB3819
Rose Gold Birthday Bling Nails | Birthday Nails - NB5098
Geometric LGBT Nails with Foil Design | Pride | LGBTQIA2S+ Nails - NB2392
Crystal Cranberry Nails Design | Thanksgiving Cranberry Nails - NB6190
Gold and White Nails Bunny Nails Design | Bunny Nails- NB7682
Ombre Nails with Rhinestones
Square Nails Rhinestone Design | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6671
Coffin Bling Nails for Winter | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6672
New Year Luxury Blue and Purple Nails | 2024 Nails - NB1363
Rhinestone Embellishments on Christmas Tree Nails| Winter - NB1290
Long Ombre Mocha Mousse and Blue Nails Design | Color of the Year 2025 - NB7020
Elegant Blue Nails Rhinestone Design | Embellished Nails - NB4954
Almond Nail Designs with Rhinestones
Embellished Mint Green Nail Design | Shimmer Nails - NB4158
Double French Peach Fuzz and Blue Butterfly Nails | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1798
Light Blue Nails with Rhinestones | Embellished Nails - NB4944
Nude Nails Design with Vampire Fangs | Halloween Vampire Nails - NB6015
Glitter Galaxy Nail Design for Dark Wedding |Wedding-NB-D-300
Neutral-toned Glossy Nails with Tiny Metallic Dots | Nora Customized Nail Designs- NB7334
Elegant Red Nails Rhinestone Design | Embellished Nails - NB4939
Birthday Nails with Rhinestones
Embellished 21st Birthday Nails | Birthday Nails - NB5195
Simple Nails Design for 25th Birthday | 25th Birthday Nails - NB6885
Silver Birthday Nails Design | Birthday Nails - NB5126
Fancy Yellow Nails for Birthday | Birthday Nails - NB5144
Birthday Embellished Yellow Nails | Birthday Nails - NB5111
Colorful 20st Birthday Nails Design | Birthday Nails - NB5202
Birthday French with Crown Nail Charms | Birthday Crown Nails - NB7073
Stiletto Nails with Rhinestones
Embellished Nail Design with Rhinestone for Dark Wedding|Wedding-NB-D-290
Elegant Bordeaux Burgundy Nails | Fall Nails - NB5758
Blood Nails | Halloween - NB625
Blue Nail Designs with Rhinestones
Mickey Mouse Design for Blue Ombre Nails | Cartoon Nails - NB6636
Embellished Pastel Blue Goth Stiletto Nails | Easter Nails - NB3684
Flower Design Sky Blue and Lemon Yellow Nails | Spring Nails- NB7952
Light Blue Nails with Rhinestones | Embellished Nails - NB4944
Blue Rhinestone Nails
Sunny Orange Nails with Rhinestones | Spring Nails - NB4030
Simple Rhinestone Nails Design | Embellished Nails - NB4950
Bright Pastel Nails for Spring | Shimmer Nails - NB4161
Brown Nails with Rhinestones
Short Luxury Mocha Mousse Nails with Hearts | Color of the Year 2025 - NB6997
Mocha Mousse Glitter French Nails Design | Color of the Year 2025 - NB6949
Chrome Cinnamon Slate Nails Design | Benjamin Moore Color Trend 2025 - NB6088
Leopard Pattern Nails with Rhinestones | Animal Print Nails - NB2534
Burberry Pattern on Nails with Embellishments | Branded Nails - NB4233
Classy and Luxury Mocha Mousse Nails Design | Color of the Year 2025 - NB6922
Burberry Nail Art for Fall | Branded Nails - NB4231
Butterfly Rhinestone Nails
Peach Fuzz Nails with Decorations and Butterflies | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1817
Glossy Peach Fuzz Nails Butterfly Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1807
Peach Fuzz and Blue Nails with Decorations | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1819
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
Christmas Nail Designs with Rhinestones
Christmas Tree Nail Design with Decorations| Winter - NB1289
Rhinestone Embellishments on Christmas Tree Nails| Winter - NB1290
Bling Red Nails for Christmas | Red Christmas Nails - NB6773
Glossy French Christmas Tree Nails with Rhinestone | Winter - NB1291
Santa Claus Chrome Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1324
Chrome Nails with Rhinestones
Silver Chrome Nails Cross Design | Cross Nails - NB6025
Embellished Chrome Cross Nails | Cross Nails - NB6039
Pink Chrome Nails with a 3D Cat Design | Nafas Customized Nails- NB7904
Cute Nail Designs with Rhinestones
Leopard Cub French Nails | Leopard Nails- NB8078
Striped Pink Nails Rhinestone Design | Embellished Nails - NB4934
Crystal Design Pink Nails with a Bunny | Bunny Nails- NB7691
Short Mickey Mouse Nails with Rhinestones | Cartoon Nails - NB6634
Pastel Marble Nails with Black Rhinestones | Embellished Nails - NB4946
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
Fall Nail Designs with Rhinestones
White and Gold Fall Wedding Nails with Delicate Patterns | Fall Nails - NB5631
Almond-shaped Brown Nails for Fall Wedding | Fall Nails - NB5642
Orange Ombre Nails for Fall Wedding Design | Fall Nails - NB5586
Cinnamon Slate Nails with Accent | Benjamin Moore Color Trend 2025 - NB6090
Wheat Nails Rhinestone Design | Thanksgiving Wheat Nails - NB6295
Nails with Black Rhinestone Design | Embellished Nails - NB4925
Embellished Luxury Fall Wedding Ombre Nails | Fall Nails - NB5644
Fancy Nail Designs with Rhinestones
Classy Burberry Nail Design with Rhinestones | Branded Nails - NB4229
Glossy French Christmas Tree Nails with Rhinestone | Winter - NB1291
Peach Fuzz Rhinestone Nail Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB-D-211
Long Versace Nails | Branded Nails - NB4267
Luxury Purple Marble Nails Design | Marble Nails - NB4669
Glitter and Rhinestone Nails
White Shimmer Nails with Forest Green Accent for Fall Wedding | Fall Nails - NB5665
Santa Claus Chrome Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1324
Glitter and Rhinestone Design for Autumn Wedding Nails | Fall Nails - NB5624
Purple Ombre Nails with Snake Print | Purple Ombre Nails - NB6521
Rose Gold Birthday Bling Nails | Birthday Nails - NB5098
Baby Boomer Glitter Nails Design | Baby Boomer Nails - NB5044
Green Nails with Rhinestones
Jade Green Toenail Design for Bridesmaid| Wedding-NB-D-558
Gradient Maple Leaves Nail Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1539
Rhinestone Design for Ombre Mocha Mousse Nails | Color of the Year 2025 - NB7022
Chrome Embellished Nails with Maple Leaves | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1508
Classy Nails with Simple Floral Design | Classy Nails - NB5582
Yellow Nails with Green French Tips and Rhinestones | Embellished Nails - NB4961
Green Nails with Pumpkin | Thanksgiving Pumpkin Nails - NB6206
Green Rhinestone Nails
Embellished Pink Nails Design | Spring Nails - NB4363
Short Pink Nails with Rhinestones | Spring Nails - NB4362
Rhinestone Outlines for Green and Yellow Zebra Nails | Outline Nails - NB5358
Neon Green Marble Nails Design | Marble Nails - NB4707
Embellished Green Nails Leopard Print Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2601
Bridesmais 3D Flower Green Toenail Design| Wedding-NB-D-534
Green Nails with Dalmatian Print Design | Animal Print Nails - NB1990
Toeails with Clover Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1479
Halloween Nails with Rhinestones
Spider Nails | Halloween - NB795
Vampire Nails | Halloween - NB544
Black Cat Nails | Halloween - NB543
Blood Nails | Halloween - NB625
Dracula Nails | Halloween - NB466
Haunted House Nails| Halloween - NB618
Blood Nails | Halloween - NB630
Heart Rhinestone Nails
Chic Black Nails with Rhinestones for Valentine | Embellished Nails - NB4958
Honeymoon 3D Pearl with Flower Toenail Design | Wedding-NB-D-590
Long Square Nails with Hearts | Luxury Valentine Nails- NB7438
Rhinestone Design for Neutral Nails | Valentine's Heart Nails - NB7186
Hearts on Nails with Feather Design | Valentine Nails - NB2701
Purple Nail Designs with Rhinestones
Birthday Party Nails Design | 18th Birthday Nails - NB6850
Easy to Do Birthday Square Nails | 19th Birthday Nails - NB6870
Purple Marble Nails Rhinestone Design | Marble Nails - NB4660
Long Purple Nails with Marble Design | Marble Nails - NB4663
Rhinestone Flower Nails
Bunnies and Flowers for Spring Nails | Bunny Nails- NB7689
Jade Green Toenail Design for Bridesmaid| Wedding-NB-D-558
Embellished Polar Bear Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3172
Floral 3D Accent for Mint Green Nails | Shimmer Nails - NB4160
Peach Fuzz Rhinestone Nail Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB-D-211
Embellished Tropical Flamingo Nail Design| Tropical-NB-D-125
Tropical Animal Nail Design| Tropical-NB-D-218
Silver Nails with Rhinestones
Embellished Luxury New Year Nails | 2024 Nails - NB1365
Embellished Bridal Shower Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-62
Embellishment Silhouette Christmas Tree Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1235
Super Cute Cat Design for Glitter Nails | Cute Cat Nail Art - NB7133
Chrome Nails with Maple Leaves | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1524
Summer Nails with Rhinestones
Yellow Marble Nails with Embellishments | Marble Nails - NB4752
Coral Nails with Accent Chevron Design for Bridesmaid| Wedding-NB-D-563
Pastel Marble Nails with Black Rhinestones | Embellished Nails - NB4946
Bridesmaid Yellow Matte Crystal Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-551
Boho Wedding Embellished Gold Foil Nail Design|Wedding-NB-D-487
Valentine Nails with Rhinestones
Rhinestone Design for Neutral Nails | Valentine's Heart Nails - NB7186
Red Nails Design with Chrome Outline and Heart | Chrome Valentine's Nails- NB7397
Chic Black Nails with Rhinestones for Valentine | Embellished Nails - NB4958
Valentine Black and Pink Glossy Nails | Valentine Nails - NB2638
Rhinestone Toe Nail Art
Honeymoon Toenail Design|Wedding-NB-D-460
Silver and Pink Luxury Nails with Dalmatian Print Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2012
Embellished Crusie Wedding Toenail Design with Pearl| Wedding-NB-D-639
Luxury Shimmer Toenail Design for Honeymoon| Wedding-NB-D-636
Boho Chic Wedding Toenail Design | Wedding-NB-D-28
Boho Wedding Embellished Gold Foil Nail Design|Wedding-NB-D-487
Bridesmais 3D Flower Green Toenail Design| Wedding-NB-D-534
Bridal Shower Embellished Milky Pink Toenail Design | Wedding-NB-D-614
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
Christmas Tree Nails with Rhinestones | Winter - NB1296
Full Rhinestone French Nails with Christmas Trees | Winter - NB1294
Luxury Christmas Trees Nails with Rhinestone | Winter - NB1293
Glossy French Christmas Tree Nails with Rhinestone | Winter - NB1291
Rhinestone Embellishments on Christmas Tree Nails| Winter - NB1290
Christmas Tree Nail Design with Rhinestone | Winter - NB1288
Rhinestone Boho Nail Design |Wedding-NB-12
Long Lime Green Nails with 3D Charms | Lime Green Nails- NB8302
3D Seahorse Design for Pastel Green Nails | Seahorse Nails- NB8288
Shell Nails with Pearls | Seashell Nails- NB8230
Neon Gradient Nails with Seashell Accent | Seashell Nails- NB8225
Leopard Cub French Nails | Leopard Nails- NB8078
Leopard Theme Nails with Embellishment | Leopard Nails- NB8075
Sky Blue and Lemon Yellow Nails with Ring Finger Design | Spring Nails- NB7965
Gradient Lemon Yellow and Sky Blue Nails with Embellishments | Spring Nails- NB7961
A Heart Accent for Sky Blue and Lemon Yellow Nails | Spring Nails- NB7953
Flower Design Sky Blue and Lemon Yellow Nails | Spring Nails- NB7952
Pink Chrome Nails with a 3D Cat Design | Nafas Customized Nails- NB7904
Luxury Ombre Stiletto Nails with Shamrocks | St. Patrick's Day Nails- NB7896
Luxury Stiletto Nails with Embellishment | St. Patrick's Day Nails- NB7893
Embellished Ombre Stiletto Nails | St. Patrick's Day Nails- NB7890
Matte Coffin Nails with Shamrock Design | St. Patrick's Day Nails- NB7875
Embellished Black Square Nails Design | St. Patrick's Day Nails- NB7865
Easter Pastel Nails with Chick and Bunny | Chicken Nails- NB7783
Embellished Easter Nails with a Chick | Chicken Nails- NB7778
Dark Blue Nails Crystal Design | Classy Luxury Nails- NB7722
Dark Blue Nails with Embellishment | Classy Luxury Nails- NB7712
Ombre Nails with a White Bunny | Bunny Nails- NB7705
Bunny Design for Luxury Glitter Nails | Bunny Nails- NB7696
Crystal Design Pink Nails with a Bunny | Bunny Nails- NB7691
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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.