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Polka Dot Nails

Polka dot nails are a type of nail art that incorporates dots to create a pattern on the nail. They are a classic nail design and one of the most popular nail techniques that never goes out of style. Polka dots are a little bit classic in their simplicity but still stylish enough to make a statement and are also great for adding color if your nails are too short for other designs. Dots are cute, fun, and playful, which make them easy to wear no matter what the occasion. They are one of the most popular nail art styles and versatile, as adding them in various ways is possible.
The dots can be made in multiple colors and be used as a base for other nail art or on their own. Polka dots can also be used in combination with different nail art designs such as stripes, bows, hearts, or chevron patterns for an accent nail look that's sure to turn heads! You can use any color you want for polka dot nail designs, but it's best to stick with bright colors like red or blue so that the dots really stand out. If you want something more subtle, try using neutral shades like gray or pale pink instead.
You don't have to invest too much time or money; just try your best, and the results will be super cute. But if you're a novice, it can be intimidating as it's easy to mess up if doing clumsily! But they're mostly easy to create at home—all you need is a little patience and a steady hand! Here there are some inspirations for better artwork.

Long Polka Dot Nails

Nails with Dots in Different Sizes | Dot Nails - NB4443
Nails with Dots in Different Sizes | Dot Nails - NB4443

Star Pattern Long Square Nails | Birthday Star Nails - NB6081
Star Pattern Long Square Nails | Birthday Star Nails - NB6081

Shiny Filigree Nails
Shiny Filigree Nails

Klamaja

Purple Polka Dot Nails Design | Dot Nails - NB4473
Purple Polka Dot Nails Design | Dot Nails - NB4473

Black and Gold Nails with Dots | Dot Nails - NB4478
Black and Gold Nails with Dots | Dot Nails - NB4478

Dots and Summer Lemon
Dots and Summer Lemon

Sylwia_nailss

Blue Nails with Easter Eggs Design | Easter Nails - NB3578
Blue Nails with Easter Eggs Design | Easter Nails - NB3578

Stamping for Winter
Stamping for Winter

Blondivika_nsk

Short Polka Dot Nails

Glossy Ombre French Nails with Blue Polka Dots | Dot Nails - NB4962
Glossy Ombre French Nails with Blue Polka Dots | Dot Nails - NB4962

Black Nails Heartbeat Design | Heart Nails - NB4808
Black Nails Heartbeat Design | Heart Nails - NB4808

Short Nails with Black and Green Polka Dots | Dot Nails - NB4457
Short Nails with Black and Green Polka Dots | Dot Nails - NB4457

Brown Polka Dots and Stripes Nails Design | Line and Dot Nails - NB4417
Brown Polka Dots and Stripes Nails Design | Line and Dot Nails - NB4417

Easter Chicks and Eggs Nail Design | Easter Nails - NB3418
Easter Chicks and Eggs Nail Design | Easter Nails - NB3418

Minimal Polka Dots Nails Design | Dot Nails - NB4458
Minimal Polka Dots Nails Design | Dot Nails - NB4458

Purple Pastel Nails Cupcake Design | Birthday Cupcake Nails - NB6061
Purple Pastel Nails Cupcake Design | Birthday Cupcake Nails - NB6061

Minnie Mouse | Cartoon Nails - NB21
Minnie Mouse | Cartoon Nails - NB21

Black and Pink Polka Dot Nails

Celestial Nails
Celestial Nails

Melificentnailartistry

Hearts and Dots Minimal Design
Hearts and Dots Minimal Design

Ego_alinkha

Black Nails with Polka Dots Accent | Dot Nails - NB4442
Black Nails with Polka Dots Accent | Dot Nails - NB4442

Kids Cute Bat Nails | Halloween - NB529
Kids Cute Bat Nails | Halloween - NB529

Roses on Nails | Halloween - NB626
Roses on Nails | Halloween - NB626

Matte Pink Nails Black Design | Line and Dot Nails - NB4431
Matte Pink Nails Black Design | Line and Dot Nails - NB4431

Long Pink and Black Glossy Nails | Dot Nails - NB4441
Long Pink and Black Glossy Nails | Dot Nails - NB4441

Black and Pink Polka Dot Nails with Drips | Dot Nails - NB4440
Black and Pink Polka Dot Nails with Drips | Dot Nails - NB4440

Line and Dot Nail Art

Brown Polka Dots and Stripes Nails Design | Line and Dot Nails - NB4417
Brown Polka Dots and Stripes Nails Design | Line and Dot Nails - NB4417

Nude Nails Minimal Design | Line and Dot Nails - NB4419
Nude Nails Minimal Design | Line and Dot Nails - NB4419

Nails with Black Polka Dots and Lines | Line and Dot Nails - NB4418
Nails with Black Polka Dots and Lines | Line and Dot Nails - NB4418

Lines and Dots Colorful Nails Design | Line and Dot Nails - NB4430
Lines and Dots Colorful Nails Design | Line and Dot Nails - NB4430

A Little Gold and Geometry
A Little Gold and Geometry

Klamaja

Black Nails with Minimal Accents | Line and Dot Nails - NB4421
Black Nails with Minimal Accents | Line and Dot Nails - NB4421

Reverse French Matte Nails
Reverse French Matte Nails

Irina_rain

Black Matte Nails Minimal Accent Design | Line and Dot Nails - NB4428
Black Matte Nails Minimal Accent Design | Line and Dot Nails - NB4428

Minimalist Dot Nail Art

Accent Black Nail Design for Boho Wedding |Wedding-NB-D-477
Accent Black Nail Design for Boho Wedding |Wedding-NB-D-477

Matte Pink Nails Black Design | Line and Dot Nails - NB4431
Matte Pink Nails Black Design | Line and Dot Nails - NB4431

A Chick for Minimal Easter Nails | Easter Nails - NB3423
A Chick for Minimal Easter Nails | Easter Nails - NB3423

Hearts and Dots Minimal Design
Hearts and Dots Minimal Design

Ego_alinkha

Easter Matte Pastel Nails with Cross Design | Easter Nails - NB3435
Easter Matte Pastel Nails with Cross Design | Easter Nails - NB3435

Minimal Nails With Dots
Minimal Nails With Dots

Alexandracojan.trainer

Acorn Nail Art | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1126
Acorn Nail Art | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1126

Minimal Classy Nails Design for Holiday | Holiday Nails - NB3795
Minimal Classy Nails Design for Holiday | Holiday Nails - NB3795

Black and White Polka Dot Nails

Graffiti Nails Polka Dots Design | Graffiti Nails - NB3319
Graffiti Nails Polka Dots Design | Graffiti Nails - NB3319

Peach Fuzz and White Nails Polka Dots and Bows Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1951
Peach Fuzz and White Nails Polka Dots and Bows Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1951

White and Black Nails with Leopard Print and Spots Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2590
White and Black Nails with Leopard Print and Spots Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2590

Classy Black and White Nails | Dot Nails - NB4450
Classy Black and White Nails | Dot Nails - NB4450

Different Size Pattern of Polka Dots on Nails | Dot Nails - NB4449
Different Size Pattern of Polka Dots on Nails | Dot Nails - NB4449

Long Nails with Dots | Dot Nails - NB4451
Long Nails with Dots | Dot Nails - NB4451

Black Nails with Polka Dots Accent | Dot Nails - NB4448
Black Nails with Polka Dots Accent | Dot Nails - NB4448

French Manicure for Easter | Easter Nails - NB3491
French Manicure for Easter | Easter Nails - NB3491

Blue Polka Dot Nails

Rhinestone French Tip Nails | Embellished Nails - NB4955
Rhinestone French Tip Nails | Embellished Nails - NB4955

Pink and Blue Confetti Nails
Pink and Blue Confetti Nails

Ego_alinkha

Summer Bright Manicure
Summer Bright Manicure

Olga_soloveva._

Blue Flowers
Blue Flowers

Pauletta.nails

Abstract Pastel Watercolor Nails | Paint Nail Art - NB2266
Abstract Pastel Watercolor Nails | Paint Nail Art - NB2266

Half Nude Half Turquoise Modern Nails
Half Nude Half Turquoise Modern Nails

Beauty_nail_kostroma

Abstract Pastel Neon Watercolor Nail Design | Paint Nail Art - NB2268
Abstract Pastel Neon Watercolor Nail Design | Paint Nail Art - NB2268

Peach Fuzz and Blue Dots Nail Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB2145
Peach Fuzz and Blue Dots Nail Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB2145

Christmas Polka Dot Nails

Gnome Ho Ho Nails | Christmas Nails - NB1394
Gnome Ho Ho Nails | Christmas Nails - NB1394

Abstract Jingle Bells Nail Art
Abstract Jingle Bells Nail Art

Mur.nails.ekaterina

Glossy French Snowman Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1300
Glossy French Snowman Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1300

Orange and White Ombre Christmas Trees Nails | Winter - NB1269
Orange and White Ombre Christmas Trees Nails | Winter - NB1269

Chrome Stars and Dots
Chrome Stars and Dots

Nailartbychlo

Polka Dot Reindeer Nails | Christmas Nails - NB1389
Polka Dot Reindeer Nails | Christmas Nails - NB1389

Silver Christmas Nails with Polka Dot Tips | Dot Nails - NB4495
Silver Christmas Nails with Polka Dot Tips | Dot Nails - NB4495

Stamping for Winter
Stamping for Winter

Blondivika_nsk

French Manicure with Polka Dots

Valentine's Day Matte French
Valentine's Day Matte French

Klamaja

Pink and Black Design Nails | Line and Dot Nails - NB4436
Pink and Black Design Nails | Line and Dot Nails - NB4436

White Color Block French Nails for Office | Professional Nails - NB2750
White Color Block French Nails for Office | Professional Nails - NB2750

Stamping for Winter
Stamping for Winter

Blondivika_nsk

Nude Nails 3D Design for Easter | Easter Nails - NB3563
Nude Nails 3D Design for Easter | Easter Nails - NB3563

Ojibwe Nails with Dreamcatcher | Tribal - NB815
Ojibwe Nails with Dreamcatcher | Tribal - NB815

Dinner Table Nail Art | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1168
Dinner Table Nail Art | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1168

Green Dot on Nails

Matte Nails with Polka Dots Accents | Dot Nails - NB4491
Matte Nails with Polka Dots Accents | Dot Nails - NB4491

3D Green Dots Nails Design | Dot Nails - NB4454
3D Green Dots Nails Design | Dot Nails - NB4454

Pink and Green Nails with Polka Dots | Dot Nails - NB4456
Pink and Green Nails with Polka Dots | Dot Nails - NB4456

Green Polka Dots Accent on Short Nails | Dot Nails - NB4460
Green Polka Dots Accent on Short Nails | Dot Nails - NB4460

Matte Green and Pink Nails with Dots | Dot Nails - NB4466
Matte Green and Pink Nails with Dots | Dot Nails - NB4466

Long Neon Nails with Hearts Design | Heart Nails - NB4833
Long Neon Nails with Hearts Design | Heart Nails - NB4833

Forest Green Nails with Polka Dots Accent | Dot Nails - NB4464
Forest Green Nails with Polka Dots Accent | Dot Nails - NB4464

Long Nails with Small Neon Hearts and Dots Design | Heart Nails - NB4840
Long Nails with Small Neon Hearts and Dots Design | Heart Nails - NB4840

Nude Nails with Black Dot

Long Nails with Dots | Dot Nails - NB4451
Long Nails with Dots | Dot Nails - NB4451

Acorn Nails | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1049
Acorn Nails | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1049

Dots and Lines on Glossy Nails | Line and Dot Nails - NB4425
Dots and Lines on Glossy Nails | Line and Dot Nails - NB4425

Minimal Classy Nails Design for Holiday | Holiday Nails - NB3795
Minimal Classy Nails Design for Holiday | Holiday Nails - NB3795

Black French Tips Minimalist Nails Design | Line and Dot Nails - NB4424
Black French Tips Minimalist Nails Design | Line and Dot Nails - NB4424

Space Travel Nails
Space Travel Nails

Klamaja

French Manicure for Easter | Easter Nails - NB3491
French Manicure for Easter | Easter Nails - NB3491

Nude Nails with Dot

Matte Nails with Minimal Red Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4543
Matte Nails with Minimal Red Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4543

Shimmery Purple Nails with 3D Dots | Dot Nails - NB4468
Shimmery Purple Nails with 3D Dots | Dot Nails - NB4468

Minimal Classy Nails Design for Holiday | Holiday Nails - NB3795
Minimal Classy Nails Design for Holiday | Holiday Nails - NB3795

Chrome Stars and Dots
Chrome Stars and Dots

Nailartbychlo

Easter Egg Pattern Nail Design | Easter Nails - NB3437
Easter Egg Pattern Nail Design | Easter Nails - NB3437

Gold Polka Dots
Gold Polka Dots

Nailed.it.by.amber

Micro French Mani with Purple Dots | Dot Nails - NB4988
Micro French Mani with Purple Dots | Dot Nails - NB4988

Nude Jelly Nails with 3D Dots | Line and Dot Nails - NB4432
Nude Jelly Nails with 3D Dots | Line and Dot Nails - NB4432

Pastel Polka Dot Nails

Abstract Pastel Watercolor Nails | Paint Nail Art - NB2266
Abstract Pastel Watercolor Nails | Paint Nail Art - NB2266

Spring Nails with Dots
Spring Nails with Dots

Belyyhome

Pastel Purple Dots for a Casual Look | Dot Nails - NB4989
Pastel Purple Dots for a Casual Look | Dot Nails - NB4989

Cute Pastel Balloon Nails | Birthday Balloon Nails - NB6050
Cute Pastel Balloon Nails | Birthday Balloon Nails - NB6050

Swirl Dot Nails
Swirl Dot Nails

Sylwia_nailss

Daisy Duck Matte Nails
Daisy Duck Matte Nails

Nna_naomynailart_official

3D Cupcake Design for Birthday Nails | Birthday Cupcake Nails - NB6058
3D Cupcake Design for Birthday Nails | Birthday Cupcake Nails - NB6058

Easter Matte Pastel Nails with Cross Design | Easter Nails - NB3435
Easter Matte Pastel Nails with Cross Design | Easter Nails - NB3435

Pink and White Polka Dot Nails

Glossy Polka Dots
Glossy Polka Dots

Nails_by_evelyn9

Comic and Polka Dot Nails
Comic and Polka Dot Nails

Project_paznokcie

Polka Dot Reindeer Nails | Christmas Nails - NB1389
Polka Dot Reindeer Nails | Christmas Nails - NB1389

Hearts and Dots Bright Nails
Hearts and Dots Bright Nails

Paulina_migdalek

Easter Baskets and Polka Dots Nails Design | Easter Nails - NB3367
Easter Baskets and Polka Dots Nails Design | Easter Nails - NB3367

Valentine Embedded Confetti Nail Design | Valentine Nails - NB2316
Valentine Embedded Confetti Nail Design | Valentine Nails - NB2316

Peach Fuzz Nails Polka Dots and a Bow Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1940
Peach Fuzz Nails Polka Dots and a Bow Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1940

Daisy Duck Matte Nails
Daisy Duck Matte Nails

Nna_naomynailart_official

Pink Polka Dot Nails

Purple Pastel Nails Cupcake Design | Birthday Cupcake Nails - NB6061
Purple Pastel Nails Cupcake Design | Birthday Cupcake Nails - NB6061

Matte Nails with Polka Dots Accents | Dot Nails - NB4491
Matte Nails with Polka Dots Accents | Dot Nails - NB4491

Pink Heart Candies Valentine Nails | Valentine Nails - NB2206
Pink Heart Candies Valentine Nails | Valentine Nails - NB2206

Watercolor Swirl Nail Design | Paint Nail Art - NB2244
Watercolor Swirl Nail Design | Paint Nail Art - NB2244

Black and Pink Neon Nails
Black and Pink Neon Nails

Pauletta.nails

Long Pink and Black Glossy Nails | Dot Nails - NB4441
Long Pink and Black Glossy Nails | Dot Nails - NB4441

Valentine Embedded Confetti Nail Design | Valentine Nails - NB2316
Valentine Embedded Confetti Nail Design | Valentine Nails - NB2316

Glossy Cute Polka Dot Nails Design | Dot Nails - NB4497
Glossy Cute Polka Dot Nails Design | Dot Nails - NB4497

Purple Polka Dot Nails

Toenails Purple Polka Dots Design | Dot Nails - NB4992
Toenails Purple Polka Dots Design | Dot Nails - NB4992

Shimmery Purple Nails with 3D Dots | Dot Nails - NB4468
Shimmery Purple Nails with 3D Dots | Dot Nails - NB4468

Cute Spring Sheep
Cute Spring Sheep

Paulina_migdalek

Pink and Purple Nails Design | Dot Nails - NB4991
Pink and Purple Nails Design | Dot Nails - NB4991

Purple Nails with Dots | Dot Nails - NB4467
Purple Nails with Dots | Dot Nails - NB4467

Pastel Purple Nails with Dots | Dot Nails - NB4492
Pastel Purple Nails with Dots | Dot Nails - NB4492

Minimal Polka Dot Nails Design | Dot Nails - NB4986
Minimal Polka Dot Nails Design | Dot Nails - NB4986

Glossy Purple Nails with Dots | Dot Nails - NB4490
Glossy Purple Nails with Dots | Dot Nails - NB4490

Rainbow Dot Nails

Nail design with Candies | Valentine Nails - NB2185
Nail design with Candies | Valentine Nails - NB2185

Cute Pastel Balloon Nails | Birthday Balloon Nails - NB6050
Cute Pastel Balloon Nails | Birthday Balloon Nails - NB6050

Embellished Fern Leaves Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1548
Embellished Fern Leaves Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1548

Yellow Almond Nails with Colorful Dots
Yellow Almond Nails with Colorful Dots

Paulina_migdalek

Colorful Pastel Nails with Easter 3D Peeps | Easter Nails - NB3513
Colorful Pastel Nails with Easter 3D Peeps | Easter Nails - NB3513

Random Lines and 3D Dots on Nails | Line and Dot Nails - NB4423
Random Lines and 3D Dots on Nails | Line and Dot Nails - NB4423

Clown Nails | Halloween - NB744
Clown Nails | Halloween - NB744

Corn Nails | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1041
Corn Nails | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1041

Red and Black Polka Dot Nails

Dark Nails with Red Polka Dots | Dot Nails - NB4486
Dark Nails with Red Polka Dots | Dot Nails - NB4486

Foil Design Black Nails with Dots | Dot Nails - NB4481
Foil Design Black Nails with Dots | Dot Nails - NB4481

Black Nails with Red Dots | Dot Nails - NB4475
Black Nails with Red Dots | Dot Nails - NB4475

3D Dots on Long Coffin Nails | Dot Nails - NB4488
3D Dots on Long Coffin Nails | Dot Nails - NB4488

Black Nails Red Design | Dot Nails - NB4480
Black Nails Red Design | Dot Nails - NB4480

Valentine Black and Red Sweetheart Candies Nail Design | Valentine Nails - NB2194
Valentine Black and Red Sweetheart Candies Nail Design | Valentine Nails - NB2194

Jack Skellington Nail Design
Jack Skellington Nail Design

Melificentnailartistry

Black Nails Designed with Red Dots | Dot Nails - NB4477
Black Nails Designed with Red Dots | Dot Nails - NB4477

Red and White Polka Dot Nails

Valentine Hearts and Polka Dots Nails | Valentine Nails - NB2314
Valentine Hearts and Polka Dots Nails | Valentine Nails - NB2314

Glossy French Snowman Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1300
Glossy French Snowman Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1300

Simple Matte Nails
Simple Matte Nails

Irina_rain

Minnie Mouse Polka Dot Nails
Minnie Mouse Polka Dot Nails

Melificentnailartistry

Minnie Mouse | Cartoon Nails - NB21
Minnie Mouse | Cartoon Nails - NB21

Graffiti Style Nails with Dots and Hearts | Heart Nails - NB4858
Graffiti Style Nails with Dots and Hearts | Heart Nails - NB4858

White Nails with Red Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4550
White Nails with Red Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4550

Red Polka Dot Nails

Black and Brown Nails with Dots | Dot Nails - NB4487
Black and Brown Nails with Dots | Dot Nails - NB4487

Dots Design for Black Nails | Dot Nails - NB4482
Dots Design for Black Nails | Dot Nails - NB4482

Subtle Herringbone and Striped Nails with Hearts and a Rose | Valentine Nails - NB2748
Subtle Herringbone and Striped Nails with Hearts and a Rose | Valentine Nails - NB2748

Black and Gold Nails with Dots | Dot Nails - NB4478
Black and Gold Nails with Dots | Dot Nails - NB4478

Chrome Nails with Red Dots | Dot Nails - NB4484
Chrome Nails with Red Dots | Dot Nails - NB4484

Black and Silver Nails with Red Polka Dots | Dot Nails - NB4489
Black and Silver Nails with Red Polka Dots | Dot Nails - NB4489

Matte Nails with Minimal Red Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4543
Matte Nails with Minimal Red Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4543

3D Red and Black Dots on Nails | Dot Nails - NB4474
3D Red and Black Dots on Nails | Dot Nails - NB4474

Simple Dot Nail Art

Peach Fuzz and White Nails Polka Dots and Bows Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1951
Peach Fuzz and White Nails Polka Dots and Bows Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1951

Glossy Nails with Silver Dots
Glossy Nails with Silver Dots

Mur.nails.ekaterina

Nails with Black Polka Dots and Lines | Line and Dot Nails - NB4418
Nails with Black Polka Dots and Lines | Line and Dot Nails - NB4418

Long Neon Nails with Hearts Design | Heart Nails - NB4833
Long Neon Nails with Hearts Design | Heart Nails - NB4833

Brown Polka Dots and Stripes Nails Design | Line and Dot Nails - NB4417
Brown Polka Dots and Stripes Nails Design | Line and Dot Nails - NB4417

Easter Design Glossy Blue Nails | Easter Nails - NB3587
Easter Design Glossy Blue Nails | Easter Nails - NB3587

Colorful Mini Eggs-inspired Nails for Easter | Easter Nails - NB3456
Colorful Mini Eggs-inspired Nails for Easter | Easter Nails - NB3456

Colorful Easter Eggs and Polka Dots Nails Design | Easter Nails - NB3438
Colorful Easter Eggs and Polka Dots Nails Design | Easter Nails - NB3438

Summer Polka Dot Nail Designs

Black and Pink Neon Nails
Black and Pink Neon Nails

Pauletta.nails

Long Neon Nails with Hearts Design | Heart Nails - NB4833
Long Neon Nails with Hearts Design | Heart Nails - NB4833

Cute Colorful Birthday Nails | Birthday Nail Design - NB5474
Cute Colorful Birthday Nails | Birthday Nail Design - NB5474

Star and Dot Gradient Nails
Star and Dot Gradient Nails

Cdanails

3D Neon Hearts Nails Design | Heart Nails - NB4839
3D Neon Hearts Nails Design | Heart Nails - NB4839

Summer Orange Nails with Disney Design | Holiday Nails - NB3803
Summer Orange Nails with Disney Design | Holiday Nails - NB3803

Pastel Nails with Ice Cream Drips | Drip Nails - NB5052
Pastel Nails with Ice Cream Drips | Drip Nails - NB5052

Summer Bright Manicure
Summer Bright Manicure

Olga_soloveva._

White Polka Dot Nails

Gnome Ho Ho Nails | Christmas Nails - NB1394
Gnome Ho Ho Nails | Christmas Nails - NB1394

Red and White Dots Nails Design | Dot Nails - NB4483
Red and White Dots Nails Design | Dot Nails - NB4483

Baby Blue and Baby Pink Candy Nails for Valentine | Valentine Nails - NB2286
Baby Blue and Baby Pink Candy Nails for Valentine | Valentine Nails - NB2286

Bat and Ghost French Nails | Halloween Ghost Nails - NB5943
Bat and Ghost French Nails | Halloween Ghost Nails - NB5943

Nude Nails 3D Design for Easter | Easter Nails - NB3563
Nude Nails 3D Design for Easter | Easter Nails - NB3563

Strawberries and Candies Valentine Nails | Valentine Nails - NB2187
Strawberries and Candies Valentine Nails | Valentine Nails - NB2187

Star Pattern Long Square Nails | Birthday Star Nails - NB6081
Star Pattern Long Square Nails | Birthday Star Nails - NB6081

Nude Almond Nails Minimal Design | Line and Dot Nails - NB4429
Nude Almond Nails Minimal Design | Line and Dot Nails - NB4429

Polka Dot Toe Nails

Valentine Candy Nails and Toenails Match | Valentine Nails - NB2301
Valentine Candy Nails and Toenails Match | Valentine Nails - NB2301

Pink and Blue Confetti Nails
Pink and Blue Confetti Nails

Ego_alinkha

Easter Pedicure Nail Design with a Bunny | Easter Nails - NB3782
Easter Pedicure Nail Design with a Bunny | Easter Nails - NB3782

Color Blocking Nail Art on Toes
Color Blocking Nail Art on Toes

Nail_sunny

Toenails Purple Polka Dots Design | Dot Nails - NB4992
Toenails Purple Polka Dots Design | Dot Nails - NB4992

What Are the Most Popular Polka Dot Nail Designs?

Polka Dot French Nails
Christmas Polka Dot Nails
Halloween Polka Dot Nails
Polka Dot Party Nails
Polka Dot Rhinestone Nails
Chevron and Polka Dot Nails
Ombre Polka Dot Nails
Polka Dot Flower Nail Art

Glitter Polka Dot Nails
Polka Dot and Stripe Nails
Easter Polka Dot Nails
Minnie Mouse Polka Dot Nails
Rainbow Polka Dot Nails
Polka Dot Pastel Nails
Polka Dot Confetti Nails

How to Choose the Best Colors for Polka Dot Nails

Polka dots look great in any color combination. The most popular colors are black and white, but you can also use bright colors like blue or orange. The easiest way to get started with polka dot nails is to choose a base color that complements your skin tone, then add a contrasting color(s). This will allow you to change up your style without having to repaint all of your nails every time. But if you want a nautral look, choose two or three different shades of one color (like pink) - this will give you an elegant look that doesn't require any special layering techniques or skills. Neutral colors like white, beige, taupe, and black are perfect for a low-key nail design that's both chic and sophisticated. Neutral nails are often overlooked because they're not as flashy or dramatic as other nail designs. But they can be just as beautiful if you choose the right color combinations! If your skin is pale, try pastels like light pink or lavender. If you have a darker complexion, opt for brighter shades of red, orange, or yellow. Here are some of the colors that go well together for polka dot nail designs:

Black and white
Pink and white
Colorful polka Dot nails
Red and white
Green and orange

Nude and white
Pink and black
Blue and white
Yellow and white
Gold and black

Tips for Polka Dot Nail Designs

Darker tones like black, dark brown, navy blue and deep red are great options for neutral nails because they complement most outfits and skin tones. The best part is that these colors can easily be worn year round.

Make sure your polish is dry before applying the dots and create them by taking a dotting tool or toothpick.

Consider a proper amount of negative space for a better look.

The most important thing when creating polka dot nails is the shape. You want them to be relatively small so that they don't take up too much space on the nail, but still big enough that they can be seen easily.

It is better to not put too many dots on one nail. You want the design to be eye-catching without being overwhelming or distracting from the rest of the outfit or event you're attending.

Don't use too much polish; you don't want your nails looking messy!

If you prefer something outstanding, go for a bold color scheme—it'll make the dots pop! Try pairing black with bright pink or orange, or white with pastel blue or green. You can also try out some more unconventional color combinations like yellow and purple, gray and brown, or red and yellow (think stop signs).

If you want to go with a more subdued look, don't use too many colors or a lot of glitter or shimmer.

The Best Polka Dot Nail Art Ideas

Nail Design and Art / Polka Dot Nails
Neon Smoky Spots
Neon Smoky Spots

Klamaja

Giant Polka Dots on Nails
Giant Polka Dots on Nails

Sylwia_nailss

Long Neon Nails with Hearts Design | Heart Nails - NB4833
Long Neon Nails with Hearts Design | Heart Nails - NB4833

Small Neon Hearts on Gray Nails | Heart Nails - NB4841
Small Neon Hearts on Gray Nails | Heart Nails - NB4841

3D Neon Hearts Nails Design | Heart Nails - NB4839
3D Neon Hearts Nails Design | Heart Nails - NB4839

Party Nails with Neon Hearts | Heart Nails - NB4827
Party Nails with Neon Hearts | Heart Nails - NB4827

Valentine
Valentine's Day Matte French

Klamaja

Matte Delicate Flower
Matte Delicate Flower

Paulina_migdalek

Matte Nails with Polka Dots Accents | Dot Nails - NB4491
Matte Nails with Polka Dots Accents | Dot Nails - NB4491

Pink Nails with Heart
Pink Nails with Heart

Paulina_migdalek

Easter Bunnies Nails with Polka Dots | Easter Nails - NB3381
Easter Bunnies Nails with Polka Dots | Easter Nails - NB3381

Matte Pink Nails Black Design | Line and Dot Nails - NB4431
Matte Pink Nails Black Design | Line and Dot Nails - NB4431

Pastel Purple Nails with Dots | Dot Nails - NB4492
Pastel Purple Nails with Dots | Dot Nails - NB4492

10K Followers Nail Design
10K Followers Nail Design

Klamaja

Purple Nails with Dots | Dot Nails - NB4467
Purple Nails with Dots | Dot Nails - NB4467

Swirl and Leaf Short Nails
Swirl and Leaf Short Nails

Nailed.it.by.amber

Matte Polka Dots Design Peach Fuzz Nails| Color of the Year 2024 - NB2141
Matte Polka Dots Design Peach Fuzz Nails| Color of the Year 2024 - NB2141

Matte Nails with Minimal Red Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4543
Matte Nails with Minimal Red Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4543

V Day Simpsons Nails
V Day Simpsons Nails

Melificentnailartistry

Matte Nude Nails Design for Work | Line and Dot Nails - NB4434
Matte Nude Nails Design for Work | Line and Dot Nails - NB4434

Simple Nails Design with Tiny Neon Hearts | Heart Nails - NB4843
Simple Nails Design with Tiny Neon Hearts | Heart Nails - NB4843

Simple Matte Nails
Simple Matte Nails

Irina_rain

Lemon Summer Nails
Lemon Summer Nails

Melificentnailartistry

Matte Green and Pink Nails with Dots | Dot Nails - NB4466
Matte Green and Pink Nails with Dots | Dot Nails - NB4466

Reverse French Matte Nails
Reverse French Matte Nails

Irina_rain

Snow Flake Dots and Owls Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3162
Snow Flake Dots and Owls Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3162

Rainbow Unicorn
Rainbow Unicorn

Klamaja

Comic and Polka Dot Nails
Comic and Polka Dot Nails

Project_paznokcie

Nail design with Candies | Valentine Nails - NB2185
Nail design with Candies | Valentine Nails - NB2185

Brown Nails for Office | Line and Dot Nails - NB4433
Brown Nails for Office | Line and Dot Nails - NB4433

Spring Neon Pastel Nails
Spring Neon Pastel Nails

Melificentnailartistry

Milky Pink and Forest Green Nails | Dot Nails - NB4465
Milky Pink and Forest Green Nails | Dot Nails - NB4465

Pink and Green Nails with Polka Dots | Dot Nails - NB4456
Pink and Green Nails with Polka Dots | Dot Nails - NB4456

Cute and Simple Ghost Nails | Halloween Ghost Nails - NB5933
Cute and Simple Ghost Nails | Halloween Ghost Nails - NB5933

Tennis Theme Matte Pastel Nails | Sports Nails - NB3302
Tennis Theme Matte Pastel Nails | Sports Nails - NB3302

Dots for Pink and Green Nails | Dot Nails - NB4463
Dots for Pink and Green Nails | Dot Nails - NB4463

Kids Cute Bat Nails | Halloween - NB523
Kids Cute Bat Nails | Halloween - NB523

Embellished Ombre Christmas Trees Nails | Winter - NB1270
Embellished Ombre Christmas Trees Nails | Winter - NB1270

Glossy Butterfly and Clover Nail Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1471
Glossy Butterfly and Clover Nail Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1471

Acorns Nails| Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1032
Acorns Nails| Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1032

Xmas Sweater Nails
Xmas Sweater Nails

Melificentnailartistry

Green Nails with White Dots | Dot Nails - NB4461
Green Nails with White Dots | Dot Nails - NB4461

Cupcake Love Nails Design for Birthday | Birthday Cupcake Nails - NB6062
Cupcake Love Nails Design for Birthday | Birthday Cupcake Nails - NB6062

Minimal Dots on Striped Nails | Line and Dot Nails - NB4416
Minimal Dots on Striped Nails | Line and Dot Nails - NB4416

Drip Cake-Inspired Design for Green Nails | Birthday Cake Nails - NB6053
Drip Cake-Inspired Design for Green Nails | Birthday Cake Nails - NB6053

FAQs:

The easiest way to paint polka dots on your nails is:
Step 1: Choose a color (or more for dots) and base coat for your nails
Step 2: Use an eyeliner brush or toothpick to apply the base coat on your nails and let it dry completely.
Step 3: Take a toothpick or dotting tool and dip it into nail polish, then gently flick it over the surface of your nails; repeat until you have covered all your nails with dots.
Step 4: Apply clear top coat over your polka dot nail design.
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