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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

Black and White Moon Nails
Black and White Moon Nails

Project_paznokcie

Black Cat Nails | Halloween - NB753
Black Cat Nails | Halloween - NB753

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

Mismatched Graffiti Nails Design | Graffiti Nails - NB3320
Mismatched Graffiti Nails Design | Graffiti Nails - NB3320

Rainbow Unicorn
Rainbow Unicorn

Klamaja

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

Long Black Square Nails with Hearts and Dots | Black Valentine's Nails - NB7296
Long Black Square Nails with Hearts and Dots | Black Valentine's Nails - NB7296

Easter Bunny Brings Egg Nail Art | Easter Bunny Nails- NB8005
Easter Bunny Brings Egg Nail Art | Easter Bunny Nails- NB8005

Short Polka Dot Nails

Watercolor Nails with Easter Chick | Easter Nails - NB3417
Watercolor Nails with Easter Chick | Easter Nails - NB3417

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

Pink Nails Black Design | Line and Dot Nails - NB4420
Pink Nails Black Design | Line and Dot Nails - NB4420

Cute Ice Cream Drip Nails Design | Drip Nails - NB5059
Cute Ice Cream Drip Nails Design | Drip Nails - NB5059

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

Matte Ombre Nails Reverse French Design | Red Ombre Nails - NB6523
Matte Ombre Nails Reverse French Design | Red Ombre Nails - NB6523

Modern Matte Nails
Modern Matte Nails

Irina_rain

Pink and Nude Birthday Nails with Cupcakes | Birthday Nails - NB3239
Pink and Nude Birthday Nails with Cupcakes | Birthday Nails - NB3239

Black and Pink Polka Dot Nails

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

Glossy Black and Pink Polka Dot Nails | Dot Nails - NB4437
Glossy Black and Pink Polka Dot Nails | Dot Nails - NB4437

Black and Pink Neon Nails
Black and Pink Neon Nails

Pauletta.nails

10K Followers Nail Design
10K Followers Nail Design

Klamaja

Hearts and Dots Valentine Nails
Hearts and Dots Valentine Nails

Fasia.nails

Celestial Nails
Celestial Nails

Melificentnailartistry

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

Elegant Pink Nails with Tiny Dots | Dot Nails - NB4438
Elegant Pink Nails with Tiny Dots | Dot Nails - NB4438

Line and Dot Nail Art

A Little Gold and Geometry
A Little Gold and Geometry

Klamaja

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

Pink Nails Black Design | Line and Dot Nails - NB4420
Pink Nails Black Design | Line and Dot Nails - NB4420

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

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

Striped Nails Dots Design | Line and Dot Nails - NB4426
Striped Nails Dots Design | Line and Dot Nails - NB4426

3D Dots and Lines on Neutral Nails | Line and Dot Nails - NB4427
3D Dots and Lines on Neutral Nails | Line and Dot Nails - NB4427

Casual Stripes and Lines on Nails | Line and Dot Nails - NB4435
Casual Stripes and Lines on Nails | Line and Dot Nails - NB4435

Minimalist Dot Nail Art

Pink Nails Black Design | Line and Dot Nails - NB4420
Pink Nails Black Design | Line and Dot Nails - NB4420

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

Polka Dot Design for Square Mocha Mousse Nails | Color of the Year 2025 - NB7023
Polka Dot Design for Square Mocha Mousse Nails | Color of the Year 2025 - NB7023

Colorful Geometric Minimal Nails
Colorful Geometric Minimal Nails

Daimondhand

Gray and White Lines and Dots Nails Design | Line and Dot Nails - NB4422
Gray and White Lines and Dots Nails Design | Line and Dot Nails - NB4422

Bat Nails | Halloween - NB530
Bat Nails | Halloween - NB530

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

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

Black and White Polka Dot Nails

Peach Fuzz Nails and a Black Head Bow | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1933
Peach Fuzz Nails and a Black Head Bow | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1933

Bat Nails | Halloween - NB536
Bat Nails | Halloween - NB536

Black and White Polka Dots Nails Design | Dot Nails - NB4444
Black and White Polka Dots Nails Design | Dot Nails - NB4444

Graffiti Polka Dots Nails with Lips Design | Graffiti Nails - NB3321
Graffiti Polka Dots Nails with Lips Design | Graffiti Nails - NB3321

Cross Nails | Halloween - NB702
Cross Nails | Halloween - NB702

Smiley Face Trippy Nails
Smiley Face Trippy Nails

_beautbybee

Abstract Flower Design
Abstract Flower Design

Olga_soloveva._

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

Blue Polka Dot Nails

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

3D Blue Dots for White Nails Design | Dot Nails - NB4963
3D Blue Dots for White Nails Design | Dot Nails - NB4963

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

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

Blue Flowers
Blue Flowers

Pauletta.nails

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

Pink and Blue Confetti Nails
Pink and Blue Confetti Nails

Ego_alinkha

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

Beauty_nail_kostroma

Christmas Polka Dot Nails

Stamping for Winter
Stamping for Winter

Blondivika_nsk

Gnome Ho Ho Pink Nails | Christmas Nails - NB1402
Gnome Ho Ho Pink Nails | Christmas Nails - NB1402

Chrome Stars and Dots
Chrome Stars and Dots

Nailartbychlo

Polka Dot Nails with Gnome Accent | Christmas Gnome Nails - NB6781
Polka Dot Nails with Gnome Accent | Christmas Gnome Nails - NB6781

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

Xmas Sweater Nails
Xmas Sweater Nails

Melificentnailartistry

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

Simple Gingerbread Nails Design | Christmas Gingerbread Nails - NB6802
Simple Gingerbread Nails Design | Christmas Gingerbread Nails - NB6802

French Manicure with Polka Dots

Easter Chick Accent Nail Design | Easter Nails - NB3420
Easter Chick Accent Nail Design | Easter Nails - NB3420

Birthday Silver Foil Nails Design | Birthday Nails - NB2889
Birthday Silver Foil Nails Design | Birthday Nails - NB2889

Polka Dot Colorful Nails
Polka Dot Colorful Nails

_beautbybee

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

Turkey Nail Design | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1050
Turkey Nail Design | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1050

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

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

I Look at You
I Look at You

_beautbybee

Green Dot on Nails

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Nude Nails with Black Dot

Watercolor Portrait Nails | Paint Nail Art - NB2265
Watercolor Portrait Nails | Paint Nail Art - NB2265

3D Dots and Lines on Neutral Nails | Line and Dot Nails - NB4427
3D Dots and Lines on Neutral Nails | Line and Dot Nails - NB4427

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

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

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

Space Travel Nails
Space Travel Nails

Klamaja

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

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

Nude Nails with Dot

Soft Gradient Matte Nails
Soft Gradient Matte Nails

Mari_mari_nailart

French Manicure Teddy Bear Design | Teddy Nails for Valentine - NB7231
French Manicure Teddy Bear Design | Teddy Nails for Valentine - NB7231

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

Cute Candy Nail Design for Love Day | Valentine Nails - NB2189
Cute Candy Nail Design for Love Day | Valentine Nails - NB2189

Easter Nails with Striped Eggs Design | Easter Nails - NB3444
Easter Nails with Striped Eggs Design | Easter Nails - NB3444

Space Travel Nails
Space Travel Nails

Klamaja

Birthday Nails Cupcake and Candles Design | Birthday Nails - NB2890
Birthday Nails Cupcake and Candles Design | Birthday Nails - NB2890

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

Pastel Polka Dot Nails

10K Followers Nail Design
10K Followers Nail Design

Klamaja

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

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

Rose Gold Dots for Short Pastel Nails | Rose Gold Nail Art- NB7806
Rose Gold Dots for Short Pastel Nails | Rose Gold Nail Art- NB7806

Gray and Yellow Theme for Easter
Gray and Yellow Theme for Easter

Paulina_migdalek

Abstract Ombre Nails with Dots | Spring Pastel Nails- NB7905
Abstract Ombre Nails with Dots | Spring Pastel Nails- NB7905

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

Pink Easter Nails
Pink Easter Nails

Nails_by_evelyn9

Pink and White Polka Dot Nails

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

A Little Gold and Geometry
A Little Gold and Geometry

Klamaja

Polka Dot and Chicken Easter Nails
Polka Dot and Chicken Easter Nails

Paulina_migdalek

Gnome Ho Ho Pink Nails | Christmas Nails - NB1402
Gnome Ho Ho Pink Nails | Christmas Nails - NB1402

Pink Easter Nails
Pink Easter Nails

Nails_by_evelyn9

Glossy Polka Dots
Glossy Polka Dots

Nails_by_evelyn9

Pink Almond Nails with White Polka Dots | Nafas Customized Nails- NB7903
Pink Almond Nails with White Polka Dots | Nafas Customized Nails- NB7903

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

Pink Polka Dot Nails

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

Polka Dot Nails for Birthday | Dot Nails - NB4496
Polka Dot Nails for Birthday | Dot Nails - NB4496

Cute and Happy Nail Design with Candies for Valentine | Valentine Nails - NB2209
Cute and Happy Nail Design with Candies for Valentine | Valentine Nails - NB2209

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

LEGO Male and Female Astronaut Minifigures Nail Design | Game Nails - NB2737
LEGO Male and Female Astronaut Minifigures Nail Design | Game Nails - NB2737

Polka Dot Mocha Mousse Nails with a Leaf | Color of the Year 2025 - NB7039
Polka Dot Mocha Mousse Nails with a Leaf | Color of the Year 2025 - NB7039

Candy-inspired Pink Theme Nails Design | Valentine Candy Heart Nails- NB7415
Candy-inspired Pink Theme Nails Design | Valentine Candy Heart Nails- NB7415

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

Purple Polka Dot Nails

Purple Ombre Nails Polka Dots Design | Purple Ombre Nails - NB6510
Purple Ombre Nails Polka Dots Design | Purple Ombre Nails - NB6510

Cute Spring Sheep
Cute Spring Sheep

Paulina_migdalek

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

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

Abstract Ombre Nails with Dots | Spring Pastel Nails- NB7905
Abstract Ombre Nails with Dots | Spring Pastel Nails- NB7905

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

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

Purple and Pink Dots on Nails | Dot Nails - NB4471
Purple and Pink Dots on Nails | Dot Nails - NB4471

Rainbow Dot Nails

Colorful Party Nails for 30th Birthday | 30th Birthday Nails - NB6890
Colorful Party Nails for 30th Birthday | 30th Birthday Nails - NB6890

Easter Eggs on Mix n Match Nails | Easter Nails - NB3547
Easter Eggs on Mix n Match Nails | Easter Nails - NB3547

Chrome Stars and Dots
Chrome Stars and Dots

Nailartbychlo

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

Paulina_migdalek

Polka Dot Colorful Nails
Polka Dot Colorful Nails

_beautbybee

Birthday Silver Foil Nails Design | Birthday Nails - NB2889
Birthday Silver Foil Nails Design | Birthday Nails - NB2889

Cute Chocolate Donut
Cute Chocolate Donut

Sylwia_nailss

Halloween Chalkboard Nail Art
Halloween Chalkboard Nail Art

Sylwia_nailss

Red and Black Polka Dot Nails

Black and Silver Nails with Dots | Dot Nails - NB4476
Black and Silver Nails with Dots | Dot Nails - NB4476

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

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

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

Luxury Black Nails Red Dot Design | Dot Nails - NB4479
Luxury Black Nails Red Dot Design | Dot Nails - NB4479

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

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

Red and White Polka Dot Nails

Minnie Mouse Polka Dot Nails
Minnie Mouse Polka Dot Nails

Melificentnailartistry

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

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

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

Simple Matte Nails
Simple Matte Nails

Irina_rain

Red Polka Dot Nails

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Simple Dot Nail Art

Chrome Stars and Dots
Chrome Stars and Dots

Nailartbychlo

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

Polka Dot and Swirl Mocha Mousse Nails Design | Color of the Year 2025 - NB7042
Polka Dot and Swirl Mocha Mousse Nails Design | Color of the Year 2025 - NB7042

Polka Dot and Peace Dove Nail Design for Easter | Easter Nails - NB3519
Polka Dot and Peace Dove Nail Design for Easter | Easter Nails - NB3519

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

Easter Polka Dot Nails with Lamb Accents | Easter Nails - NB3507
Easter Polka Dot Nails with Lamb Accents | Easter Nails - NB3507

Bohemian Sun Theme Nails Design | Boho Nails - NB5481
Bohemian Sun Theme Nails Design | Boho Nails - NB5481

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

Summer Polka Dot Nail Designs

Colorful Abstract Nails Simple Design | Abstract Nails - NB5499
Colorful Abstract Nails Simple Design | Abstract Nails - NB5499

Pastel Floral Nails Design for Summer | Holiday Nails - NB3814
Pastel Floral Nails Design for Summer | Holiday Nails - NB3814

Matte Neon Abstract Nail Art | Abstract Nails - NB5491
Matte Neon Abstract Nail Art | Abstract Nails - NB5491

Dots and Hearts Neon Nails Design | Heart Nails - NB4826
Dots and Hearts Neon Nails Design | Heart Nails - NB4826

Glassy Fruit Paradise
Glassy Fruit Paradise

Klamaja

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

Polka Dot Nails with Sunflower Design | Sunflower Nails - NB5263
Polka Dot Nails with Sunflower Design | Sunflower Nails - NB5263

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

White Polka Dot Nails

Vanilla Ice Nails with Colorful Eggs and Flowers Design | Easter Nails - NB3695
Vanilla Ice Nails with Colorful Eggs and Flowers Design | Easter Nails - NB3695

French Tips Polka Dots Design | Dot Nails - NB4453
French Tips Polka Dots Design | Dot Nails - NB4453

Mini Eggs French Nails Design | Easter Nails - NB3457
Mini Eggs French Nails Design | Easter Nails - NB3457

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

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

Simple Bunny Nail Art with Polka Dots | Bunny Nails- NB7679
Simple Bunny Nail Art with Polka Dots | Bunny Nails- NB7679

Comic and Polka Dot Nails
Comic and Polka Dot Nails

Project_paznokcie

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

Polka Dot Toe Nails

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

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

Pink and Blue Confetti Nails
Pink and Blue Confetti Nails

Ego_alinkha

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

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

Nails Blaze / Nail Design and Art / Polka Dot Nails
Wheat and Flower Nails Design | Thanksgiving Wheat Nails - NB6305
Wheat and Flower Nails Design | Thanksgiving Wheat Nails - NB6305

Acorn Design for Nails with Color Blocks | Thanksgiving Acorn Nails - NB6266
Acorn Design for Nails with Color Blocks | Thanksgiving Acorn Nails - NB6266

Rose Gold Pumpkin Design for Brown Nails | Thanksgiving Pumpkin Nails - NB6211
Rose Gold Pumpkin Design for Brown Nails | Thanksgiving Pumpkin Nails - NB6211

Short Grid Nails and Pumpkin | Thanksgiving Pumpkin Nails - NB6208
Short Grid Nails and Pumpkin | Thanksgiving Pumpkin Nails - NB6208

Pumpkin Accent for Fall Swirl Nails | Thanksgiving Pumpkin Nails - NB6204
Pumpkin Accent for Fall Swirl Nails | Thanksgiving Pumpkin Nails - NB6204

Chrome Design Cranberry Nails | Thanksgiving Cranberry Nails - NB6198
Chrome Design Cranberry Nails | Thanksgiving Cranberry Nails - NB6198

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

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

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

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

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

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

Balloons for Soft Pastel Nails | Birthday Balloon Nails - NB6052
Balloons for Soft Pastel Nails | Birthday Balloon Nails - NB6052

Colorful Gradient for Balloon Nails | Birthday Balloon Nails - NB6051
Colorful Gradient for Balloon Nails | Birthday Balloon Nails - NB6051

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

Ombre and Subtle Speckle Nails Balloon Design | Birthday Balloon Nails - NB6049
Ombre and Subtle Speckle Nails Balloon Design | Birthday Balloon Nails - NB6049

Colorful Balloon Nails Design | Birthday Balloon Nails - NB6048
Colorful Balloon Nails Design | Birthday Balloon Nails - NB6048

Halloween Party with Ghost Nails | Halloween Ghost Nails - NB5964
Halloween Party with Ghost Nails | Halloween Ghost Nails - NB5964

Neon Ghost Nails for Halloween Party | Halloween Ghost Nails - NB5962
Neon Ghost Nails for Halloween Party | Halloween Ghost Nails - NB5962

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

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

Colorful Monster Nails Design with Glitter | Halloween Monster Nails - NB5821
Colorful Monster Nails Design with Glitter | Halloween Monster Nails - NB5821

Halloween Pastel Neon Nails Monster Design | Halloween Monster Nails - NB5812
Halloween Pastel Neon Nails Monster Design | Halloween Monster Nails - NB5812

Creepy Clown Halloween Nails | Halloween Clown Nails - NB5796
Creepy Clown Halloween Nails | Halloween Clown Nails - NB5796

Halloween Colorful Clown Nails Design | Halloween Clown Nails - NB5795
Halloween Colorful Clown Nails Design | Halloween Clown Nails - NB5795

Ombre Nails Clown Design for Halloween | Halloween Clown Nails - NB5793
Ombre Nails Clown Design for Halloween | Halloween Clown Nails - NB5793

Almond Nails Brown Ombre Design for Fall Wedding | Fall Nails - NB5683
Almond Nails Brown Ombre Design for Fall Wedding | Fall Nails - NB5683

Coffin Nails Ombre French for Fall Wedding | Fall Nails - NB5612
Coffin Nails Ombre French for Fall Wedding | Fall Nails - NB5612

Classy Light Rose Nails Design | Classy Nails - NB5581
Classy Light Rose Nails Design | Classy Nails - NB5581

Nails with Pastel Colors Featuring Abstract Design | Abstract Nails - NB5503
Nails with Pastel Colors Featuring Abstract Design | Abstract Nails - NB5503

Colorful Abstract Nails Simple Design | Abstract Nails - NB5499
Colorful Abstract Nails Simple Design | Abstract Nails - NB5499

Abstract Design Matte Pastel Nails | Abstract Nails - NB5496
Abstract Design Matte Pastel Nails | Abstract Nails - NB5496

Cute Pastel Abstract Nail Art | Abstract Nails - NB5492
Cute Pastel Abstract Nail Art | Abstract Nails - NB5492

Matte Neon Abstract Nail Art | Abstract Nails - NB5491
Matte Neon Abstract Nail Art | Abstract Nails - NB5491

Bohemian White Nails Design | Boho Nails - NB5482
Bohemian White Nails Design | Boho Nails - NB5482

Bohemian Sun Theme Nails Design | Boho Nails - NB5481
Bohemian Sun Theme Nails Design | Boho Nails - NB5481

White Boho Nails | Boho Nail Art - NB5478
White Boho Nails | Boho Nail Art - NB5478

Cute Colorful Candles Nail Design for Birthday | Birthday Nails - NB5475
Cute Colorful Candles Nail Design for Birthday | Birthday Nails - NB5475

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

Cute Birthday Nails with Balloons | Birthday Nails - NB5470
Cute Birthday Nails with Balloons | Birthday Nails - NB5470

Ombre Birthday Confetti Nails | Birthday Nails - NB5465
Ombre Birthday Confetti Nails | Birthday Nails - NB5465

Blue and White Birthday Confetti Nails | Birthday Nails - NB5459
Blue and White Birthday Confetti Nails | Birthday Nails - NB5459

Cute Ice Cream Drip Nails Design | Drip Nails - NB5059
Cute Ice Cream Drip Nails Design | Drip Nails - NB5059

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

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

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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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