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Outline Nails

Outline nails are exactly what they sound like: a defined line drawn around the edge of your nail. This minimalist manicure focuses on the nail's perimeter, showcasing its natural beauty while adding a touch of edge. By concentrating the design on the nail border, you can create a striking look without overwhelming the nail bed.
This simple yet effective style has captured the hearts of many for its versatility and ease of application. Whether you're a seasoned nail art enthusiast or a complete beginner, borderline nails are a perfect canvas for your creativity. The beauty of this trend lies in its adaptability; it can be paired with any base color or design, from classic French tips to bold, solid hues.
To achieve the perfect outline, precision is key. Using a fine-tipped brush or nail art pen, carefully trace the outer edge of your nail. Experiment with different colors, thicknesses, and patterns to create a unique look. For added dimension, consider incorporating nail accents like glitter, rhinestones, or metallic finishes into your outline.
Some of the most popular colors for outline nails include black, white, gold, silver, and rose gold. These classic hues offer a timeless and elegant look. However, don't be afraid to experiment with bolder shades like red, blue, green, or purple for a more vibrant and playful style.
Whether you prefer a subtle, single-color outline or a bold, multi-colored masterpiece, edge nails are a fantastic way to elevate your manicure game. So why not embrace the minimalist trend and give this stylish design a try?

Long Outline Nails

Dark Spider Gel Nail Design with Black Edges | Outline Nails - NB5375
Dark Spider Gel Nail Design with Black Edges | Outline Nails - NB5375

Yellow Outline Design for Stiletto Nails | Outline Nails - NB5349
Yellow Outline Design for Stiletto Nails | Outline Nails - NB5349

Rhinestone Outlines for Green and Yellow Zebra Nails | Outline Nails - NB5358
Rhinestone Outlines for Green and Yellow Zebra Nails | Outline Nails - NB5358

Stiletto Clear Nails with Blue Outline Design | Outline Nails - NB5345
Stiletto Clear Nails with Blue Outline Design | Outline Nails - NB5345

Elegant Black Nails with Gold Borderline | Outline Nails - NB5428
Elegant Black Nails with Gold Borderline | Outline Nails - NB5428

Pop Art Lick Nails
Pop Art Lick Nails

Nna_naomynailart_official

Stiletto Nails with Silver Edges | Outline Nails - NB5392
Stiletto Nails with Silver Edges | Outline Nails - NB5392

Leopard Print Neon Nails
Leopard Print Neon Nails

Melificentnailartistry

Short Outline Nails

Short Nails with Heart-shaped Rose Design | Matte Valentine Nails- NB7441
Short Nails with Heart-shaped Rose Design | Matte Valentine Nails- NB7441

Boy and Girl Love Nails Design | Valentine's Cute Nails - NB7112
Boy and Girl Love Nails Design | Valentine's Cute Nails - NB7112

Elegant Short Nails with Gold Borderline | Outline Nails - NB5387
Elegant Short Nails with Gold Borderline | Outline Nails - NB5387

Elegant Square Nails with Silver Glitter Outlines | Outline Nails - NB5351
Elegant Square Nails with Silver Glitter Outlines | Outline Nails - NB5351

Pink Love Heart Nails
Pink Love Heart Nails

Nailartbychlo

Gold Chrome Nails with Simple Black Outline Design | Outline Nails - NB5374
Gold Chrome Nails with Simple Black Outline Design | Outline Nails - NB5374

Simple Nails Design with White Outline | White Outline Nails - NB6558
Simple Nails Design with White Outline | White Outline Nails - NB6558

Easy Spring Nails Design with Flowers | Spring Flower Nails- NB7937
Easy Spring Nails Design with Flowers | Spring Flower Nails- NB7937

White Outline Nails

Pastel Baby Pink Nails with Outline Design | Marjani Customized Nail Designs- NB7507
Pastel Baby Pink Nails with Outline Design | Marjani Customized Nail Designs- NB7507

White Wedding Nails with Outline Design | Outline Nails - NB5417
White Wedding Nails with Outline Design | Outline Nails - NB5417

Line Art Nails and White Outline | White Outline Nails - NB6560
Line Art Nails and White Outline | White Outline Nails - NB6560

Outlined Tips on Peach Fuzz Nails with Hearts | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1888
Outlined Tips on Peach Fuzz Nails with Hearts | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1888

Glow in the Dark Nails with White Outline | White Outline Nails - NB6553
Glow in the Dark Nails with White Outline | White Outline Nails - NB6553

White Outline for Brown Geometric Nails | White Outline Nails - NB6554
White Outline for Brown Geometric Nails | White Outline Nails - NB6554

Neutral Nails with White Borderlines | Outline Nails - NB5386
Neutral Nails with White Borderlines | Outline Nails - NB5386

Sugar Sweet-inspired Nails Design | Valentine Candy Heart Nails- NB7412
Sugar Sweet-inspired Nails Design | Valentine Candy Heart Nails- NB7412

Black Outline Nails

Short Gold Nails with Black Borderline | Outline Nails - NB5425
Short Gold Nails with Black Borderline | Outline Nails - NB5425

Outlined French Nails with Holly Leaf Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1654
Outlined French Nails with Holly Leaf Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1654

Glitter Reverse French for Lemon Yellow and Sky Blue Nails | Spring Nails- NB7963
Glitter Reverse French for Lemon Yellow and Sky Blue Nails | Spring Nails- NB7963

Gold Chrome Nails with Simple Black Outline Design | Outline Nails - NB5374
Gold Chrome Nails with Simple Black Outline Design | Outline Nails - NB5374

Abstract Shapes with Foils
Abstract Shapes with Foils

Novikova.nailstudio

Narrow Outline Pastel Design | Outline Nails - NB5378
Narrow Outline Pastel Design | Outline Nails - NB5378

Classy Square Nails Filigree Design | Silver Nails- NB7592
Classy Square Nails Filigree Design | Silver Nails- NB7592

Glossy Blue Comic Nails
Glossy Blue Comic Nails

Melificentnailartistry

Clear Nails with Outline

White Coffin Nails with Black Edges | Outline Nails - NB5396
White Coffin Nails with Black Edges | Outline Nails - NB5396

Glossy Nails with Rhinestone Design Edges | Outline Nails - NB5424
Glossy Nails with Rhinestone Design Edges | Outline Nails - NB5424

X-Long Stiletto Nails with Yellow Outlines | Outline Nails - NB5360
X-Long Stiletto Nails with Yellow Outlines | Outline Nails - NB5360

Net and Green Neon Borderline for Almond Nails | Outline Nails - NB5369
Net and Green Neon Borderline for Almond Nails | Outline Nails - NB5369

Blue Embellished Outlines for Transparent Nails | Outline Nails - NB5352
Blue Embellished Outlines for Transparent Nails | Outline Nails - NB5352

Transparent Nails with Silver Glitter Design | Outline Nails - NB5355
Transparent Nails with Silver Glitter Design | Outline Nails - NB5355

Transparent Square Nails with Blue Glitter Outline | Outline Nails - NB5372
Transparent Square Nails with Blue Glitter Outline | Outline Nails - NB5372

Stiletto Clear Nails with Blue Outline Design | Outline Nails - NB5345
Stiletto Clear Nails with Blue Outline Design | Outline Nails - NB5345

Glitter Outline Nails

Matte French Nails
Matte French Nails

Nail_sunny

Classy Pink and Blue Nails with Flowers | Classy Nails - NB5577
Classy Pink and Blue Nails with Flowers | Classy Nails - NB5577

Plaid and Pumpkin Nails with Glitter Outline | Thanksgiving Pumpkin Nails - NB6209
Plaid and Pumpkin Nails with Glitter Outline | Thanksgiving Pumpkin Nails - NB6209

Bling Candy Heart Coffin Nails | Valentine Candy Heart Nails- NB7420
Bling Candy Heart Coffin Nails | Valentine Candy Heart Nails- NB7420

Pink Zebra Nails with Glitter Outline | Outline Nails - NB5394
Pink Zebra Nails with Glitter Outline | Outline Nails - NB5394

Half-moon and French Nails
Half-moon and French Nails

Nailartbychlo

Love and Cherry Nails
Love and Cherry Nails

Hnnailsbyhoney

Glitter Orange Design for Nails' Borderline | Outline Nails - NB5403
Glitter Orange Design for Nails' Borderline | Outline Nails - NB5403

Gold Outline Nails

White and Gold Fall Wedding Nails with Delicate Patterns | Fall Nails - NB5631
White and Gold Fall Wedding Nails with Delicate Patterns | Fall Nails - NB5631

Gold Outline for Rumors Nails | Behr Color of the Year 2025 - NB6366
Gold Outline for Rumors Nails | Behr Color of the Year 2025 - NB6366

3D Bunny Nails with Outline Design | Bunny Nails- NB7671
3D Bunny Nails with Outline Design | Bunny Nails- NB7671

Glossy Pastel Nails with Gold Edges Design | Outline Nails - NB5436
Glossy Pastel Nails with Gold Edges Design | Outline Nails - NB5436

Gold Outline Nails with 3D Flowers | Classy Luxury Nails- NB7717
Gold Outline Nails with 3D Flowers | Classy Luxury Nails- NB7717

Cute Pastel Nails Design with Gold Borderline | Outline Nails - NB5433
Cute Pastel Nails Design with Gold Borderline | Outline Nails - NB5433

Gold and Black Nails with Borderline | Outline Nails - NB5404
Gold and Black Nails with Borderline | Outline Nails - NB5404

Round Square Pastel Nails with Gold Borderline | Outline Nails - NB5393
Round Square Pastel Nails with Gold Borderline | Outline Nails - NB5393

Pink Outline Nails

Glossy Pink Nails with Glitter Edges Design | Outline Nails - NB5415
Glossy Pink Nails with Glitter Edges Design | Outline Nails - NB5415

Rainbow Pastel Color Outline Nail Art
Rainbow Pastel Color Outline Nail Art

Belyyhome

Bling Candy Heart Coffin Nails | Valentine Candy Heart Nails- NB7420
Bling Candy Heart Coffin Nails | Valentine Candy Heart Nails- NB7420

French Nails with Outline
French Nails with Outline

Lucy_smirnova_nails

Pink Nails with Borderline Design | Outline Nails - NB5427
Pink Nails with Borderline Design | Outline Nails - NB5427

Nike Colorful French Nails
Nike Colorful French Nails

Nail_sunny

Pink Outline Nails with Crystal Hearts | Valentine's Heart Nails - NB7175
Pink Outline Nails with Crystal Hearts | Valentine's Heart Nails - NB7175

Matte Pink Nails with Neon Edges | Outline Nails - NB5429
Matte Pink Nails with Neon Edges | Outline Nails - NB5429

Red Outline Nails

Almond Red Nails with Outlines | Outline Nails - NB5407
Almond Red Nails with Outlines | Outline Nails - NB5407

Christmas Nails with Red Outline | Outline Nails - NB5370
Christmas Nails with Red Outline | Outline Nails - NB5370

Red Outline Design for Almond Nails | Outline Nails - NB5418
Red Outline Design for Almond Nails | Outline Nails - NB5418

Red Glitter Outline Design for Transparent Nails | Outline Nails - NB5354
Red Glitter Outline Design for Transparent Nails | Outline Nails - NB5354

Love and Cherry Nails
Love and Cherry Nails

Hnnailsbyhoney

Red and Pink Ombre Nails with Cuff Borderline | Outline Nails - NB5376
Red and Pink Ombre Nails with Cuff Borderline | Outline Nails - NB5376

Ombre Nails with Red Outline Design | Outline Nails - NB5344
Ombre Nails with Red Outline Design | Outline Nails - NB5344

Red Outline Design for White Nails | Outline Nails - NB5361
Red Outline Design for White Nails | Outline Nails - NB5361

Outline French Manicure

Halloween Comic Book Look Nails
Halloween Comic Book Look Nails

Hnnailsbyhoney

White Coffin Nails with Black Edges | Outline Nails - NB5396
White Coffin Nails with Black Edges | Outline Nails - NB5396

Mickey Mouse Eggshell-Effect Nails
Mickey Mouse Eggshell-Effect Nails

Nails_by_evelyn9

French Nails with Outline
French Nails with Outline

Lucy_smirnova_nails

Half Tortoise Half French Nails
Half Tortoise Half French Nails

Nailartbychlo

Green and Nude Glossy Nails
Green and Nude Glossy Nails

Matuszewsk.a

Outlined French Peach Fuzz Butterfly Nails | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1827
Outlined French Peach Fuzz Butterfly Nails | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1827

Valentine Comic Nails
Valentine Comic Nails

Melificentnailartistry

Blue Outline Nails

Pink Square Nails with Stars Design | Birthday Star Nails - NB6075
Pink Square Nails with Stars Design | Birthday Star Nails - NB6075

Multicolored Glossy Nails
Multicolored Glossy Nails

Irina_rain

Neon Outline Design for Nude Party Nails | Minimal Nails - NB2967
Neon Outline Design for Nude Party Nails | Minimal Nails - NB2967

Rainbow Pastel Color Outline Nail Art
Rainbow Pastel Color Outline Nail Art

Belyyhome

Cute Pastel Nails with Outlines | Outline Nails - NB5353
Cute Pastel Nails with Outlines | Outline Nails - NB5353

Matte Pastel Nails with Outline Design | Outline Nails - NB5346
Matte Pastel Nails with Outline Design | Outline Nails - NB5346

Glossy Neon Outline Design
Glossy Neon Outline Design

Merkyri.nails

Colorful Neon Outline French
Colorful Neon Outline French

Cdanails

Green Outline Nails

Summer Watermelon Nails with Outline Design | Outline Nails - NB5380
Summer Watermelon Nails with Outline Design | Outline Nails - NB5380

Matcha Flower Nails
Matcha Flower Nails

Amanda.sudolll

Neon Lightning Nail Art Idea for Party | Outline Nails - NB5423
Neon Lightning Nail Art Idea for Party | Outline Nails - NB5423

Neon Outline Design for Nude Party Nails | Minimal Nails - NB2967
Neon Outline Design for Nude Party Nails | Minimal Nails - NB2967

Colorful Neon Outline French
Colorful Neon Outline French

Cdanails

Pastel Green for Spring
Pastel Green for Spring

Minea.nails

Nike Colorful French Nails
Nike Colorful French Nails

Nail_sunny

Colorful Mix-Technique Nail Design
Colorful Mix-Technique Nail Design

Irina_rain

Neon Outline Nails

Outline Neon Cross Nails | Halloween - NB876
Outline Neon Cross Nails | Halloween - NB876

Matte Pink Nails with Neon Edges | Outline Nails - NB5429
Matte Pink Nails with Neon Edges | Outline Nails - NB5429

Neon Outline Nails Design | Outline Nails - NB5350
Neon Outline Nails Design | Outline Nails - NB5350

Coffin Nails with Neon Outlines | Minimal Nails - NB2964
Coffin Nails with Neon Outlines | Minimal Nails - NB2964

Pastel Neon Graveyard Nails | Halloween - NB873
Pastel Neon Graveyard Nails | Halloween - NB873

Colorful Neon Outline French
Colorful Neon Outline French

Cdanails

Net and Green Neon Borderline for Almond Nails | Outline Nails - NB5369
Net and Green Neon Borderline for Almond Nails | Outline Nails - NB5369

Neon Outline Design for Nude Party Nails | Minimal Nails - NB2967
Neon Outline Design for Nude Party Nails | Minimal Nails - NB2967

Orange Outline Nails

Floral Shimmer Nails with Orange Borderline | Outline Nails - NB5388
Floral Shimmer Nails with Orange Borderline | Outline Nails - NB5388

Matte Pink Nails with Neon Edges | Outline Nails - NB5429
Matte Pink Nails with Neon Edges | Outline Nails - NB5429

Writing on Orange Geometric Nails
Writing on Orange Geometric Nails

Lucy_smirnova_nails

Rainbow Pastel Color Outline Nail Art
Rainbow Pastel Color Outline Nail Art

Belyyhome

Nike Colorful French Nails
Nike Colorful French Nails

Nail_sunny

Orange Summer Vibe
Orange Summer Vibe

Minea.nails

Colorful Neon Outline French
Colorful Neon Outline French

Cdanails

Outlines and Stipes on Modern Nails
Outlines and Stipes on Modern Nails

Irina_rain

Pastel Outline Nails

Glossy Black Nails with Pastel Borderline | Outline Nails - NB5431
Glossy Black Nails with Pastel Borderline | Outline Nails - NB5431

Pastel Green for Spring
Pastel Green for Spring

Minea.nails

Cute Pastel Nails with Outlines | Outline Nails - NB5353
Cute Pastel Nails with Outlines | Outline Nails - NB5353

Matcha Flower Nails
Matcha Flower Nails

Amanda.sudolll

Pastel Borderlines for Black Nails | Outline Nails - NB5402
Pastel Borderlines for Black Nails | Outline Nails - NB5402

Matte Pastel Nails with Outline Design | Outline Nails - NB5346
Matte Pastel Nails with Outline Design | Outline Nails - NB5346

Black Nails with Pastel Outline | Outline Nails - NB5383
Black Nails with Pastel Outline | Outline Nails - NB5383

Patterned Outline Nails

Net and Green Neon Borderline for Almond Nails | Outline Nails - NB5369
Net and Green Neon Borderline for Almond Nails | Outline Nails - NB5369

Cheetah Twist Nail Art
Cheetah Twist Nail Art

Hnnailsbyhoney

Animal Print Cutouts
Animal Print Cutouts

Gallinaz_nail

Zebra Outline for Summer
Zebra Outline for Summer

Dashenkanails

White and Gold Fall Wedding Nails with Delicate Patterns | Fall Nails - NB5631
White and Gold Fall Wedding Nails with Delicate Patterns | Fall Nails - NB5631

Egg White Nails with Black Patterned Outline | Outline Nails - NB5422
Egg White Nails with Black Patterned Outline | Outline Nails - NB5422

Colorful Mix-Technique Nail Design
Colorful Mix-Technique Nail Design

Irina_rain

White and Nude Outline Nail Design
White and Nude Outline Nail Design

Amanda.sudolll

Purple Outline Nails

Short Lavender Nails Design with Glitter Edges | Outline Nails - NB5432
Short Lavender Nails Design with Glitter Edges | Outline Nails - NB5432

Pastel Neon Graveyard Nails | Halloween - NB873
Pastel Neon Graveyard Nails | Halloween - NB873

Glossy Neon Outline Design
Glossy Neon Outline Design

Merkyri.nails

Colorful Neon Outline French
Colorful Neon Outline French

Cdanails

Short Oval Nails with Purple Outline | Outline Nails - NB5416
Short Oval Nails with Purple Outline | Outline Nails - NB5416

White Nails Purple Design with Outlines and Flowers | Outline Nails - NB5406
White Nails Purple Design with Outlines and Flowers | Outline Nails - NB5406

Rhinestone Outline Nails

A Christian Girl Nail Design
A Christian Girl Nail Design

Lucy_smirnova_nails

3D Nail Charm Outline for Pink Leopard Nails | Outline Nails - NB5343
3D Nail Charm Outline for Pink Leopard Nails | Outline Nails - NB5343

Embellished Cuff Nail Design for Wedding | Outline Nails - NB5400
Embellished Cuff Nail Design for Wedding | Outline Nails - NB5400

Rhinestone Outlines for Green and Yellow Zebra Nails | Outline Nails - NB5358
Rhinestone Outlines for Green and Yellow Zebra Nails | Outline Nails - NB5358

Rhinestone Edges for Chrome Nails | Outline Nails - NB5390
Rhinestone Edges for Chrome Nails | Outline Nails - NB5390

Bling Birthday Nails Design | Birthday Nails - NB5467
Bling Birthday Nails Design | Birthday Nails - NB5467

Glossy Nails with Rhinestone Design Edges | Outline Nails - NB5424
Glossy Nails with Rhinestone Design Edges | Outline Nails - NB5424

Silver Outline Nails

Glitter Outline for Pink Stiletto Nails | Outline Nails - NB5405
Glitter Outline for Pink Stiletto Nails | Outline Nails - NB5405

Sky Blue Nails with a Subtle Chrome Outline | Sogand A. Customized Nail Designs- NB7519
Sky Blue Nails with a Subtle Chrome Outline | Sogand A. Customized Nail Designs- NB7519

Red Nails Design with Chrome Outline and Heart | Chrome Valentine's Nails- NB7397
Red Nails Design with Chrome Outline and Heart | Chrome Valentine's Nails- NB7397

Classy Pink and Blue Nails with Flowers | Classy Nails - NB5577
Classy Pink and Blue Nails with Flowers | Classy Nails - NB5577

Classy Nails Glitter Outlines | Classy Birthday Nails - NB6154
Classy Nails Glitter Outlines | Classy Birthday Nails - NB6154

Matte Pink Nails with Silver Cuff Outline | Outline Nails - NB5397
Matte Pink Nails with Silver Cuff Outline | Outline Nails - NB5397

Chrome Outline Nail Art Design | Line Art Nails - NB4580
Chrome Outline Nail Art Design | Line Art Nails - NB4580

Outline Design Sugar Candy Nails | Valentine Candy Heart Nails- NB7417
Outline Design Sugar Candy Nails | Valentine Candy Heart Nails- NB7417

Yellow Outline Nails

Nike Colorful French Nails
Nike Colorful French Nails

Nail_sunny

Summer Outline Nails
Summer Outline Nails

Lucy_smirnova_nails

Yellow Borderline Design for Pink Nails | Outline Nails - NB5434
Yellow Borderline Design for Pink Nails | Outline Nails - NB5434

Animal Print Cutouts
Animal Print Cutouts

Gallinaz_nail

X-Long Stiletto Nails with Yellow Outlines | Outline Nails - NB5360
X-Long Stiletto Nails with Yellow Outlines | Outline Nails - NB5360

Yellow Outline Design for Stiletto Nails | Outline Nails - NB5349
Yellow Outline Design for Stiletto Nails | Outline Nails - NB5349

Yellow Outline Design for Cute Polka Dot Nails | Outline Nails - NB5382
Yellow Outline Design for Cute Polka Dot Nails | Outline Nails - NB5382

Outline Toenails

What Are the Most Popular Outline Nail Designs

Outline French Manicure
Rainbow Outline Nails
Ombre Nails With Outline
Flame Outline Nails
Outline Comic Nails
Glitter Outline Nails
Matte Outline Nails
Neon Outline Nails
Heart Outline Nails
Wedding Outline Nails
Rhinestone and Outline Nail Design
Diamond Outline Nails
Pastel Outline Nails
Minimalist Nail Design With Outline
Chrome Outline Nails

How to Choose the Best Colors for Outline Nails

The colors you choose for your outline nails are just as important as the actual design itself. You want to choose colors that complement each other and work well with your skin tone. For example, if you have pale skin, you should look for more muted and pastel colors. And if you have darker skin, bolder colors will look better on you.
Choose your base color carefully. You want something that will show up on your nails but not be too intense or bright. Think of it like blush for your fingers! If you use a lighter color as your base, you don't need to worry about how opaque it is or if it dries quickly—you just want something that will give the shape of your nail some definition without being overwhelming.
Choose one or two contrasting colors for the outside edges of each nail (this is where the "outline" part comes in!). If you're choosing two different colors, try using one darker than the other so that there's more contrast when compared side by side against each other rather than both being equally light in tone.
If you expect the outline nail design to be fun and happy, an excellent method is to play with shades of one color as your base coat and outline hue. Otherwise, go wild with various tones for even more impact. In addition, many choose to go with more colors than usual, resulting in a vibrant play of colors perfect for summer and beyond. To make the design perfect for formal settings like the office, you can simply use a neutral or almost clear base coat and accentuate that with a pop of color.
Popular colors include black, white, and gray, but you can also use bright colors like red or orange to add a little bit of flare.

Here are some colors that go well together for outline nails:
Nude nails with white outline
Pink nails with white outline
White nails with red outline
Nude nails with black outline
White nails with black outline
Nude nails with red outline
White nails with pink outline
Pink nails with black outline
Pink nails with blue outline
Tan nails with white outline
Brown nails with white outline
Blue nails with white outline

Tips for Outline Nail Designs

If you have short nails, this is especially important not to choose a color that overpowers the natural color of your nails. You don't want to see only the color you've chosen as an outline; you want to see both!
If you're going for a full-coverage manicure, don't apply too dark of a base color. This will make it difficult to see the outline on top.
Always make sure your mani is freshly done before applying an outline. Otherwise, you could end up with smudges or streaks on your nail bed.
For best results, use a thin brush when applying outline nail polish so that it doesn't get messy around the edges of your cuticles or hangnails.
If you're looking for a bright color that really pops, don't choose something that's too saturated. The reason is that when you use an intense color like this, it can appear dull or even muddy when it's on your nail.
If you want something more subtle, try going with a pastel shade instead of a bright one. But if you want something bolder, we recommend using two or three different hues in one manicure!
Make sure there is enough contrast between the two colors, so they don't blend together into a single color block. This could cause an unpleasant effect and make your manicure look unfinished.

The Best Outline Nail Art Ideas

White Tips and Outline for Nails Design | White Outline Nails - NB6561
White Tips and Outline for Nails Design | White Outline Nails - NB6561

Line Art Nails and White Outline | White Outline Nails - NB6560
Line Art Nails and White Outline | White Outline Nails - NB6560

Brown Shades for White Outline Nails Design | White Outline Nails - NB6559
Brown Shades for White Outline Nails Design | White Outline Nails - NB6559

Simple Nails Design with White Outline | White Outline Nails - NB6558
Simple Nails Design with White Outline | White Outline Nails - NB6558

Colorful Geometric Nails with White Outline | White Outline Nails - NB6557
Colorful Geometric Nails with White Outline | White Outline Nails - NB6557

Almond Nails with Flowers and Outline Design | White Outline Nails - NB6556
Almond Nails with Flowers and Outline Design | White Outline Nails - NB6556

White Outline for Brown Geometric Nails | White Outline Nails - NB6554
White Outline for Brown Geometric Nails | White Outline Nails - NB6554

Glow in the Dark Nails with White Outline | White Outline Nails - NB6553
Glow in the Dark Nails with White Outline | White Outline Nails - NB6553

Abstract White Outline Nails | White Outline Nails - NB6552
Abstract White Outline Nails | White Outline Nails - NB6552

White Outline Milky Purple Nails | White Outline Nails - NB6551
White Outline Milky Purple Nails | White Outline Nails - NB6551

White Outline Cute Nature-inspired Nails | White Outline Nails - NB6550
White Outline Cute Nature-inspired Nails | White Outline Nails - NB6550

French Nails with White Outline | White Outline Nails - NB6549
French Nails with White Outline | White Outline Nails - NB6549

Black Outline for Matte White Nails | Outline Nails - NB5435
Black Outline for Matte White Nails | Outline Nails - NB5435

Chrome Pink Nails with Cuff Outline | Outline Nails - NB5430
Chrome Pink Nails with Cuff Outline | Outline Nails - NB5430

Egg White Nails with Black Patterned Outline | Outline Nails - NB5422
Egg White Nails with Black Patterned Outline | Outline Nails - NB5422

Pearl Pink Nails with Glitter Outline | Outline Nails - NB5420
Pearl Pink Nails with Glitter Outline | Outline Nails - NB5420

Gold Outline Design for Black Matte Nails | Outline Nails - NB5419
Gold Outline Design for Black Matte Nails | Outline Nails - NB5419

Red Outline Design for Almond Nails | Outline Nails - NB5418
Red Outline Design for Almond Nails | Outline Nails - NB5418

White Wedding Nails with Outline Design | Outline Nails - NB5417
White Wedding Nails with Outline Design | Outline Nails - NB5417

Short Oval Nails with Purple Outline | Outline Nails - NB5416
Short Oval Nails with Purple Outline | Outline Nails - NB5416

White Glitter Outline Design for Wedding Nails | Outline Nails - NB5413
White Glitter Outline Design for Wedding Nails | Outline Nails - NB5413

Clear Nails with Rainbow Outlines | Outline Nails - NB5412
Clear Nails with Rainbow Outlines | Outline Nails - NB5412

Almond Red Nails with Outlines | Outline Nails - NB5407
Almond Red Nails with Outlines | Outline Nails - NB5407

White Nails Purple Design with Outlines and Flowers | Outline Nails - NB5406
White Nails Purple Design with Outlines and Flowers | Outline Nails - NB5406

Glitter Outline for Pink Stiletto Nails | Outline Nails - NB5405
Glitter Outline for Pink Stiletto Nails | Outline Nails - NB5405

Matte Pink Nails with Silver Cuff Outline | Outline Nails - NB5397
Matte Pink Nails with Silver Cuff Outline | Outline Nails - NB5397

Pink Zebra Nails with Glitter Outline | Outline Nails - NB5394
Pink Zebra Nails with Glitter Outline | Outline Nails - NB5394

Rainbow Outline Design for Clear Nails | Outline Nails - NB5385
Rainbow Outline Design for Clear Nails | Outline Nails - NB5385

Luxury Gold Outline Design for Matte Black Nails | Outline Nails - NB5384
Luxury Gold Outline Design for Matte Black Nails | Outline Nails - NB5384

Black Nails with Pastel Outline | Outline Nails - NB5383
Black Nails with Pastel Outline | Outline Nails - NB5383

Yellow Outline Design for Cute Polka Dot Nails | Outline Nails - NB5382
Yellow Outline Design for Cute Polka Dot Nails | Outline Nails - NB5382

Summer Watermelon Nails with Outline Design | Outline Nails - NB5380
Summer Watermelon Nails with Outline Design | Outline Nails - NB5380

Unique Black and White Nails with Outline Design | Outline Nails - NB5379
Unique Black and White Nails with Outline Design | Outline Nails - NB5379

Narrow Outline Pastel Design | Outline Nails - NB5378
Narrow Outline Pastel Design | Outline Nails - NB5378

Gold Chrome Nails with Simple Black Outline Design | Outline Nails - NB5374
Gold Chrome Nails with Simple Black Outline Design | Outline Nails - NB5374

Pink Zebra Print Nails with Glitter Outline for Cuff Design | Outline Nails - NB5373
Pink Zebra Print Nails with Glitter Outline for Cuff Design | Outline Nails - NB5373

Transparent Square Nails with Blue Glitter Outline | Outline Nails - NB5372
Transparent Square Nails with Blue Glitter Outline | Outline Nails - NB5372

Christmas Nails with Red Outline | Outline Nails - NB5370
Christmas Nails with Red Outline | Outline Nails - NB5370

Pink Stiletto Nails with Chrome Outline | Outline Nails - NB5366
Pink Stiletto Nails with Chrome Outline | Outline Nails - NB5366

Glossy Pastel Nails with Outline | Outline Nails - NB5365
Glossy Pastel Nails with Outline | Outline Nails - NB5365

Red Outline Design for White Nails | Outline Nails - NB5361
Red Outline Design for White Nails | Outline Nails - NB5361

X-Long Stiletto Nails with Yellow Outlines | Outline Nails - NB5360
X-Long Stiletto Nails with Yellow Outlines | Outline Nails - NB5360

Rhinestone Outlines for Green and Yellow Zebra Nails | Outline Nails - NB5358
Rhinestone Outlines for Green and Yellow Zebra Nails | Outline Nails - NB5358

White Nails with Gold Outlines for Cuff Design | Outline Nails - NB5357
White Nails with Gold Outlines for Cuff Design | Outline Nails - NB5357

Flower Nails Design with Gold Glitter Outlines | Outline Nails - NB5356
Flower Nails Design with Gold Glitter Outlines | Outline Nails - NB5356

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1- Nail polish in the base color of your choice
2- Nail polish in contrasting colors for the outline
3- A base coat and topcoat
4- A thin brush or striping tool
5- Nail polish remover, cotton pads, and a nail file
6- Tape or stencils (optional) to help with straight lines or geometric shapes.
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