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Swirl Nails

Swirl nails or squiggle nail designs are a type of dotting technique that involves drawing spirals at different angles on your nails. The design consists of intricate, squiggly lines, often in bright colors. Swirl nails are one of the most popular nail designs. They're a great way to add some flair and style to your nails and are easy to do, and look great on all kinds of nails. Swirls are also a great way to try out new colors without going with a full-on manicure. You can incorporate different colors into your nail art while keeping the look cohesive and pretty! So they're worth trying out. Nails with swirls are perfect for anyone who wants to try something new but isn't quite sure what to do. They're also great for beginners or people who want a low-key look that's still fun and colorful.
The swirl nail art design is a classic, ever-popular nail art that can be worn by anyone who loves a little bit of sparkle. You can also use them as an accent nail or as the main feature of your manicure. Swirl nails are great for any occasion, from work to play—you can wear them with anything! Swirl pattern nails' popularity is likely due to their versatility. They can be used to complement any color scheme or outfit (from bold reds and pinks to pastels). Swirl nails can be created using any color you want. The best colors for swirl nails are bright ones like reds, yellows, oranges, and pinks. However, it's important to consider what colors look good against different skin tones and eye colors.
Need some inspiration for cute, colorful, and aesthetic swirl nail designs? We're here to help you find your favorite ones to use in your next manicure or pedicure.

Long Swirl Nails

Glitter Nails with Red Swirls for Winter | Swirl Nails - NB4544
Glitter Nails with Red Swirls for Winter | Swirl Nails - NB4544

Glitter Nails with Colorful Swirls | Birthday Swirl Nails - NB6083
Glitter Nails with Colorful Swirls | Birthday Swirl Nails - NB6083

Embellished Nails with 3D Silver Design | Swirl Nails - NB4499
Embellished Nails with 3D Silver Design | Swirl Nails - NB4499

Nails with White and Red Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4549
Nails with White and Red Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4549

Birthday Colorful Splash Nails | 25th Birthday Nails - NB6879
Birthday Colorful Splash Nails | 25th Birthday Nails - NB6879

Simple White and Gold Wedding Nails
Simple White and Gold Wedding Nails

Novikova.nailstudio

Mirror Gel Nails
Mirror Gel Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Short Swirl Nails

Short Nails with Pink and Purple Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4561
Short Nails with Pink and Purple Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4561

Red Ombre Nails Watercolor Design | Red Ombre Nails - NB6530
Red Ombre Nails Watercolor Design | Red Ombre Nails - NB6530

Blue Ocean Wave Patterns on Nails | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3265
Blue Ocean Wave Patterns on Nails | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3265

Short Matte Swirl Nails
Short Matte Swirl Nails

Nailed.it.by.amber

Classy Swirl Nail Designs
Classy Swirl Nail Designs

Ego_alinkha

Matte Nails with Gradient Ocean Pattern | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3264
Matte Nails with Gradient Ocean Pattern | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3264

Pink and Purple Swirl Design | Swirl Nails - NB4560
Pink and Purple Swirl Design | Swirl Nails - NB4560

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

Irina_rain

White Swirl Nails

Swirls and French Tips Design | Swirl Nails - NB4517
Swirls and French Tips Design | Swirl Nails - NB4517

Classic Colors With a Touch of White Butterfly
Classic Colors With a Touch of White Butterfly

Hnnailsbyhoney

Decorated Baby Pink and Blue Panda Nails | Panda Nails- NB7565
Decorated Baby Pink and Blue Panda Nails | Panda Nails- NB7565

Wave Surfing Nails | Sport | Travel and Tourism - NB962
Wave Surfing Nails | Sport | Travel and Tourism - NB962

White and Pink Marble Swirl Nail Art | Swirl Nails - NB4533
White and Pink Marble Swirl Nail Art | Swirl Nails - NB4533

Blue Ombre Sparkle Nails
Blue Ombre Sparkle Nails

Sylwia_nailss

Egg with Bunny Ears
Egg with Bunny Ears

Paulina_migdalek

Glossy Swirl Mocha Mousse Nails | Color of the Year 2025 - NB7046
Glossy Swirl Mocha Mousse Nails | Color of the Year 2025 - NB7046

Pink Swirl Nails

Bright Color Abstract Nails
Bright Color Abstract Nails

Project_paznokcie

Pink and Purple Spiral Swirl Nail Design | Swirl Nails - NB4563
Pink and Purple Spiral Swirl Nail Design | Swirl Nails - NB4563

Swirl Design for Almond Pink Nails | Classy Birthday Nails - NB6159
Swirl Design for Almond Pink Nails | Classy Birthday Nails - NB6159

Jelly Pink Spring Nails
Jelly Pink Spring Nails

Hnnailsbyhoney

Rainbow Unicorn
Rainbow Unicorn

Klamaja

White and Pink Marble Swirl Nail Design | Swirl Nails - NB4534
White and Pink Marble Swirl Nail Design | Swirl Nails - NB4534

Chrome Nails with Pink and White Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4527
Chrome Nails with Pink and White Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4527

Sweet Pink Easter Nails
Sweet Pink Easter Nails

Pauletta.nails

Blue Swirl Nails

Ocean Wave Nail Design for Conservation | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3252
Ocean Wave Nail Design for Conservation | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3252

Short Oval Nails Swirl Design for an Elegant Vibe | Marjani Customized Nail Designs- NB7514
Short Oval Nails Swirl Design for an Elegant Vibe | Marjani Customized Nail Designs- NB7514

Classy and Glossy Pink Nails Swirl Design | Classy Nails - NB5583
Classy and Glossy Pink Nails Swirl Design | Classy Nails - NB5583

Magic of Rainbow
Magic of Rainbow

Klamaja

Baby Blue Swirl and Solid Color Nails
Baby Blue Swirl and Solid Color Nails

Amanda.sudolll

Ocean Waves French Manicure Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3263
Ocean Waves French Manicure Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3263

Fuchsia and Navy Devil Eye Nail
Fuchsia and Navy Devil Eye Nail

Project_paznokcie

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

Abstract Swirl Nails

Abstract Swirls on Milky-based Nails
Abstract Swirls on Milky-based Nails

Getman.nails

Modern Green Fall Wedding Nails Design | Fall Nails - NB5658
Modern Green Fall Wedding Nails Design | Fall Nails - NB5658

Abstract Graffiti Nail Art
Abstract Graffiti Nail Art

Dashenkanails

Stripe Stamping Matte Nails
Stripe Stamping Matte Nails

Mur.nails.ekaterina

Elegant Black and White Nails with a Colorful Abstract Design | Abstract Nails - NB5502
Elegant Black and White Nails with a Colorful Abstract Design | Abstract Nails - NB5502

Abstract Negative Space Fall Design
Abstract Negative Space Fall Design

Ego_alinkha

Abstract Black and Gold Nail Designs
Abstract Black and Gold Nail Designs

Mur.nails.ekaterina

Autumn Swirl Nails
Autumn Swirl Nails

Klamaja

Almond Swirl Nails

Pastel Swirl Nails with Black Tips
Pastel Swirl Nails with Black Tips

Cdanails

Eggshell Nails with Abstract Design
Eggshell Nails with Abstract Design

Project_paznokcie

Luxury Abstract Nails in Gold | Abstract Nails - NB5490
Luxury Abstract Nails in Gold | Abstract Nails - NB5490

Line Art Swirl Nails with Portrait Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB2447
Line Art Swirl Nails with Portrait Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB2447

Red Nails with 3D Embellishment | Red Christmas Nails - NB6770
Red Nails with 3D Embellishment | Red Christmas Nails - NB6770

Squiggle Pattern Graffiti Nails with Red Hearts | Heart Nails - NB4859
Squiggle Pattern Graffiti Nails with Red Hearts | Heart Nails - NB4859

Magic of Rainbow
Magic of Rainbow

Klamaja

Autumn Swirl Nails

Ombre Gold Star
Ombre Gold Star

Blondivika_nsk

Modern Green Fall Wedding Nails Design | Fall Nails - NB5658
Modern Green Fall Wedding Nails Design | Fall Nails - NB5658

Pink and Orange Swirls Accent Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4553
Pink and Orange Swirls Accent Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4553

Square Nails Swirl Mocha Mousse Design | Color of the Year 2025 - NB7041
Square Nails Swirl Mocha Mousse Design | Color of the Year 2025 - NB7041

Abstract Pattern Oval Nails with Swirling Colors | Abstract Nails - NB5501
Abstract Pattern Oval Nails with Swirling Colors | Abstract Nails - NB5501

Swirl Nails and Wheat Accents | Thanksgiving Harvest Nails - NB6316
Swirl Nails and Wheat Accents | Thanksgiving Harvest Nails - NB6316

Luxury Mocha Mousse Nails Swirl Design | Color of the Year 2025 - NB6996
Luxury Mocha Mousse Nails Swirl Design | Color of the Year 2025 - NB6996

Luxury Mocha Mousse and Green Nails Design | Color of the Year 2025 - NB6988
Luxury Mocha Mousse and Green Nails Design | Color of the Year 2025 - NB6988

Black and White Swirl Nails

Smiley Face Trippy Nails
Smiley Face Trippy Nails

_beautbybee

Diagonal Swirl Tips
Diagonal Swirl Tips

Nailed.it.by.amber

Space Travel Nails
Space Travel Nails

Klamaja

Accent Nails Design for Ocean Conservation | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3262
Accent Nails Design for Ocean Conservation | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3262

Black and White Swirl Nails
Black and White Swirl Nails

Cdanails

Black Swirl Nails

Spring Purple Teddy Bear
Spring Purple Teddy Bear

Klamaja

Abstract Pattern Oval Nails with Swirling Colors | Abstract Nails - NB5501
Abstract Pattern Oval Nails with Swirling Colors | Abstract Nails - NB5501

Bright Color Mismatched Nails
Bright Color Mismatched Nails

Nailed.it.by.amber

Line Art Swirl Nails with Portrait Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB2447
Line Art Swirl Nails with Portrait Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB2447

Abstract Swirls for Simple Nails Design | Classy Birthday Nails - NB6180
Abstract Swirls for Simple Nails Design | Classy Birthday Nails - NB6180

Blue and White Swirl Nails

Ocean Swirls and Striped Nails Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3259
Ocean Swirls and Striped Nails Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3259

Wave Surfing Nail Art | Sport | Travel and Tourism - NB963
Wave Surfing Nail Art | Sport | Travel and Tourism - NB963

Seamless Ocean Wave and Striped Pattern Nails | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3269
Seamless Ocean Wave and Striped Pattern Nails | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3269

Butterfly Matte Blue Nails
Butterfly Matte Blue Nails

Mari_mari_nailart

Storm Ocean Waves Nail Art | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3258
Storm Ocean Waves Nail Art | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3258

Various Ocean Waves Nail Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3274
Various Ocean Waves Nail Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3274

Ocean Wave Nail Design for Conservation | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3252
Ocean Wave Nail Design for Conservation | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3252

Storm Waves Nails Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3256
Storm Waves Nails Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3256

Brown Swirl Nails

Stylish Swirl Mocha Mousse Nails Design | Color of the Year 2025 - NB7043
Stylish Swirl Mocha Mousse Nails Design | Color of the Year 2025 - NB7043

Abstract Negative Space Fall Design
Abstract Negative Space Fall Design

Ego_alinkha

Chocolate Swirlies
Chocolate Swirlies

Minea.nails

Brown and White Swirl Tips
Brown and White Swirl Tips

_beautbybee

Simple and Luxury Mocha Mousse Nails Design | Color of the Year 2025 - NB6980
Simple and Luxury Mocha Mousse Nails Design | Color of the Year 2025 - NB6980

3D French Coffin Nails
3D French Coffin Nails

_gabrielamanole

Desert French Tips with Hearts Nail Design | Valentine Nails - NB2928
Desert French Tips with Hearts Nail Design | Valentine Nails - NB2928

Sparkle Design for Swirl Mocha Mousse Nails | Color of the Year 2025 - NB7047
Sparkle Design for Swirl Mocha Mousse Nails | Color of the Year 2025 - NB7047

Christmas Swirl Nails

Olaf Textured Blue Nails
Olaf Textured Blue Nails

Fasia.nails

Holographic Pastel Neon Unicorn Nails
Holographic Pastel Neon Unicorn Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Water Splatter Art
Water Splatter Art

Blondivika_nsk

Almond Green and White Snowflake Nails | Winter Snowflake Nails - NB6728
Almond Green and White Snowflake Nails | Winter Snowflake Nails - NB6728

Cute Snowman and Candy Cane Nails | Candy Cane Christmas Nails - NB6763
Cute Snowman and Candy Cane Nails | Candy Cane Christmas Nails - NB6763

Mirror Gel Nails
Mirror Gel Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Snowflakes on Ombre
Snowflakes on Ombre

Blondivika_nsk

Santa Claus Coca Cola Nails
Santa Claus Coca Cola Nails

Nna_naomynailart_official

Chrome Swirl Nails

Silver and Brown Chrome Swirl Nails | Chrome Nails - NB5325
Silver and Brown Chrome Swirl Nails | Chrome Nails - NB5325

White and Pink Marble Swirl Nail Design | Swirl Nails - NB4534
White and Pink Marble Swirl Nail Design | Swirl Nails - NB4534

Romantic Chrome Nail Design
Romantic Chrome Nail Design

Korelviktoria

White and Pink Marble Swirl Nail Art | Swirl Nails - NB4533
White and Pink Marble Swirl Nail Art | Swirl Nails - NB4533

Nails with Holographic Tips and Chrome Swirls | Anna Customized Nail Designs- NB7265
Nails with Holographic Tips and Chrome Swirls | Anna Customized Nail Designs- NB7265

Blue Chrome Nails and Swirls
Blue Chrome Nails and Swirls

Amanda.sudolll

Gold 3D Swirl Design for Mocha Mousse Nails | Color of the Year 2025 - NB7048
Gold 3D Swirl Design for Mocha Mousse Nails | Color of the Year 2025 - NB7048

Chrome Stripe Design
Chrome Stripe Design

Blondivika_nsk

Colorful Swirl Nails

Neon Pigments Summer Nails
Neon Pigments Summer Nails

Hnnailsbyhoney

Black and Neon Nails
Black and Neon Nails

Cdanails

Swirl Design for Pastel Neon and Gold Nails | Birthday Pastel Neon Nails - NB6072
Swirl Design for Pastel Neon and Gold Nails | Birthday Pastel Neon Nails - NB6072

Jelly Candy Nails
Jelly Candy Nails

Hnnailsbyhoney

Colorful Neon Swirls for Party Night | Swirl Nails - NB4514
Colorful Neon Swirls for Party Night | Swirl Nails - NB4514

Swirls in Pastels Colors
Swirls in Pastels Colors

Hnnailsbyhoney

Mirror Gel Nails
Mirror Gel Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Colorful Swirl Nails
Colorful Swirl Nails

Project_paznokcie

Cute Swirl Nail Designs

Simple Spiral Pattern Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4498
Simple Spiral Pattern Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4498

Ocean Wave Nail Design for Conservation | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3252
Ocean Wave Nail Design for Conservation | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3252

3D Jelly Swirls on Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4508
3D Jelly Swirls on Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4508

Summer Nails with Neon Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4512
Summer Nails with Neon Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4512

3D Pastel Neon Design on Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4511
3D Pastel Neon Design on Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4511

Swirl Effect French Nails | French Manicure - NB3346
Swirl Effect French Nails | French Manicure - NB3346

Baby Pink and Baby Blue Swirls Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4538
Baby Pink and Baby Blue Swirls Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4538

Long Gingerbread Nails in Pink | Christmas Gingerbread Nails - NB6796
Long Gingerbread Nails in Pink | Christmas Gingerbread Nails - NB6796

French Swirl Nail Designs

Seamless Ocean Waves French Mani | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3276
Seamless Ocean Waves French Mani | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3276

Pink Nails Swirl Design | Swirl Nails - NB4531
Pink Nails Swirl Design | Swirl Nails - NB4531

Sand-effect on Hearts and Flowers Nail Design | Valentine Nails - NB2929
Sand-effect on Hearts and Flowers Nail Design | Valentine Nails - NB2929

Mismatched Long Neon Nails
Mismatched Long Neon Nails

Lucy_smirnova_nails

Ocean Wave Nail Design for Conservation | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3252
Ocean Wave Nail Design for Conservation | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3252

Save the Ocean Save the Planet Nail Art | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3272
Save the Ocean Save the Planet Nail Art | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3272

Glitter Swirl Nails

Dreamy Purple Nails with Gold Hearts | Purple Valentine Nails- NB7479
Dreamy Purple Nails with Gold Hearts | Purple Valentine Nails- NB7479

Glitter Swirl Design for Nude Nails | Neutral Winter Nails - NB6647
Glitter Swirl Design for Nude Nails | Neutral Winter Nails - NB6647

Sparkle and Butterfly Charm Nail Design
Sparkle and Butterfly Charm Nail Design

Hnnailsbyhoney

Purple Swirl Nails with Silver Hearts | Purple Valentine Nails- NB7468
Purple Swirl Nails with Silver Hearts | Purple Valentine Nails- NB7468

Glitter Nails with Colorful Swirls | Birthday Swirl Nails - NB6083
Glitter Nails with Colorful Swirls | Birthday Swirl Nails - NB6083

Panda Accent for Gold Swirl Nails | Panda Nails- NB7555
Panda Accent for Gold Swirl Nails | Panda Nails- NB7555

Glitter Thin Lines
Glitter Thin Lines

Blondivika_nsk

Gold Swirl Nail Designs

Gold Beads on Soft Pink Nails
Gold Beads on Soft Pink Nails

Matuszewsk.a

Square Nails with Swirl Lines | Classy Birthday Nails - NB6153
Square Nails with Swirl Lines | Classy Birthday Nails - NB6153

Color Splash Chrome Nails
Color Splash Chrome Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Chrome Stripe Design
Chrome Stripe Design

Blondivika_nsk

Classy Swirl Nail Designs
Classy Swirl Nail Designs

Ego_alinkha

Sand Dune Effect Hearts and Roses Nails | Valentine Nails - NB2799
Sand Dune Effect Hearts and Roses Nails | Valentine Nails - NB2799

Shimmer Design Luxury Mocha Mousse Nails | Color of the Year 2025 - NB6992
Shimmer Design Luxury Mocha Mousse Nails | Color of the Year 2025 - NB6992

Swirls and Hearts
Swirls and Hearts

Matuszewsk.a

Green Swirl Nails

Stormy Waves Design for Long Almond Nails | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3287
Stormy Waves Design for Long Almond Nails | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3287

Barbie Pink 3D French Nails
Barbie Pink 3D French Nails

_gabrielamanole

Russian Almond Nails Pumpkin Design | Classy Thanksgiving Nails - NB6349
Russian Almond Nails Pumpkin Design | Classy Thanksgiving Nails - NB6349

Green Ocean Waves Nail Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3279
Green Ocean Waves Nail Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3279

Green Tea Swirls with Foils
Green Tea Swirls with Foils

Getman.nails

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

Modern Green Fall Wedding Nails Design | Fall Nails - NB5658
Modern Green Fall Wedding Nails Design | Fall Nails - NB5658

Bright Green Swirl and French Nails
Bright Green Swirl and French Nails

Amanda.sudolll

Neon Swirl Nails

Colorful Neon Swirls for Party Night | Swirl Nails - NB4514
Colorful Neon Swirls for Party Night | Swirl Nails - NB4514

Black and Neon Nails
Black and Neon Nails

Cdanails

Colorful Stiletto Nails
Colorful Stiletto Nails

Gallinaz_nail

Colorful Swirl Nails
Colorful Swirl Nails

Project_paznokcie

Neon Swirl Nails
Neon Swirl Nails

Cdanails

Neon Effect Spiral Swirls on Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4513
Neon Effect Spiral Swirls on Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4513

Summer Nails with Neon Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4512
Summer Nails with Neon Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4512

Neon Pigments Summer Nails
Neon Pigments Summer Nails

Hnnailsbyhoney

Nude Swirl Nails

Hearts and Roses Nails with Glitter Design | Valentine Nails - NB2931
Hearts and Roses Nails with Glitter Design | Valentine Nails - NB2931

Sand Dune Effect Hearts and Roses Nails | Valentine Nails - NB2799
Sand Dune Effect Hearts and Roses Nails | Valentine Nails - NB2799

Sand Dune-inspired French with Hearts for Valentine | Valentine Nails - NB2797
Sand Dune-inspired French with Hearts for Valentine | Valentine Nails - NB2797

Happy Chipmunk and Flowers
Happy Chipmunk and Flowers

Hnnailsbyhoney

Orange and Pink Swirl Nails

Pink and Orange Swirls Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4552
Pink and Orange Swirls Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4552

Orange Spiral Swirl Accents for Pink Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4557
Orange Spiral Swirl Accents for Pink Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4557

Short Pink Nails with Orange Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4555
Short Pink Nails with Orange Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4555

Orange Swirls Nails Design for Work | Swirl Nails - NB4554
Orange Swirls Nails Design for Work | Swirl Nails - NB4554

Pink Nails with Orange Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4551
Pink Nails with Orange Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4551

Orange Swirls on Pink Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4556
Orange Swirls on Pink Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4556

Pink and Orange Swirls Accent Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4553
Pink and Orange Swirls Accent Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4553

Nails with Orange and Pink Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4558
Nails with Orange and Pink Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4558

Orange Swirl Nail

Orange Swirls Nails Design for Work | Swirl Nails - NB4554
Orange Swirls Nails Design for Work | Swirl Nails - NB4554

White and Orange Patterns
White and Orange Patterns

Nailed.it.by.amber

Stripe Stamping Matte Nails
Stripe Stamping Matte Nails

Mur.nails.ekaterina

Coffin Nails for Summer
Coffin Nails for Summer

_gabrielamanole

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

Colorful Stripes on Nails
Colorful Stripes on Nails

Alexandracojan.trainer

Orange Swirls on Pink Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4556
Orange Swirls on Pink Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4556

Pastel Swirl Nail Art

Swirl Pastel Nails
Swirl Pastel Nails

Sylwia_nailss

Holographic Pastel Neon Unicorn Nails
Holographic Pastel Neon Unicorn Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Spring Purple Teddy Bear
Spring Purple Teddy Bear

Klamaja

Rainbow Swirl Nail Art
Rainbow Swirl Nail Art

Nail_sunny

Colorful Watercolor Nail Design | Paint Nail Art - NB2250
Colorful Watercolor Nail Design | Paint Nail Art - NB2250

Swirl and Leaf Short Nails
Swirl and Leaf Short Nails

Nailed.it.by.amber

Magic of Rainbow
Magic of Rainbow

Klamaja

Green Ocean Color Wave Nail Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3282
Green Ocean Color Wave Nail Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3282

Pink and Blue Swirl Nails

Matte Floral Nails and Swirls
Matte Floral Nails and Swirls

Matuszewsk.a

Swirl Accent Nail Design | Swirl Nails - NB4539
Swirl Accent Nail Design | Swirl Nails - NB4539

Short Pink and Blue Swirl Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4536
Short Pink and Blue Swirl Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4536

Baby Pink and Baby Blue Swirls Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4538
Baby Pink and Baby Blue Swirls Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4538

Classy and Glossy Pink Nails Swirl Design | Classy Nails - NB5583
Classy and Glossy Pink Nails Swirl Design | Classy Nails - NB5583

Pink and Blue Swirls Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4537
Pink and Blue Swirls Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4537

Pink and Purple Swirl Nails

Dark Nails Pink and Purple Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4562
Dark Nails Pink and Purple Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4562

Short Nails with Pink and Purple Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4561
Short Nails with Pink and Purple Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4561

Pink and Purple Swirl Design | Swirl Nails - NB4560
Pink and Purple Swirl Design | Swirl Nails - NB4560

Pink and Purple Spiral Swirl Nail Design | Swirl Nails - NB4563
Pink and Purple Spiral Swirl Nail Design | Swirl Nails - NB4563

Ballerina-shaped Heart Nails
Ballerina-shaped Heart Nails

Pauletta.nails

Pink and Purple Swirl Accents | Swirl Nails - NB4559
Pink and Purple Swirl Accents | Swirl Nails - NB4559

Purple and Pink Swirl Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4564
Purple and Pink Swirl Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4564

Pink and White Swirl Nails

Pink Swirl Nails with Cherry Blossoms | Spring Nails - NB3871
Pink Swirl Nails with Cherry Blossoms | Spring Nails - NB3871

Almond Nails with White Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4529
Almond Nails with White Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4529

Orange and Pink Nails Swirl Design | Swirl Nails - NB4568
Orange and Pink Nails Swirl Design | Swirl Nails - NB4568

Soft Pink & White Matte Nails
Soft Pink & White Matte Nails

Hnnailsbyhoney

Heart Crystal Design for Neutral Swirl Nails | Valentine's Heart Nails - NB7198
Heart Crystal Design for Neutral Swirl Nails | Valentine's Heart Nails - NB7198

Crystal Heart Accent for Valentine Swirl Nails Design | Valentine's Heart Nails - NB7206
Crystal Heart Accent for Valentine Swirl Nails Design | Valentine's Heart Nails - NB7206

Chrome Nails with White and Pink Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4532
Chrome Nails with White and Pink Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4532

Purple Swirl Nails

Black and Purple Nails with Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4566
Black and Purple Nails with Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4566

Swirl and Leaf Short Nails
Swirl and Leaf Short Nails

Nailed.it.by.amber

Purple and Pink Swirl Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4564
Purple and Pink Swirl Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4564

Dark Nails Pink and Purple Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4562
Dark Nails Pink and Purple Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4562

Mismatched Long Neon Nails
Mismatched Long Neon Nails

Lucy_smirnova_nails

Abstract Matte Nails Watercolor Design | Paint Nail Art - NB2249
Abstract Matte Nails Watercolor Design | Paint Nail Art - NB2249

Glitter and Swirl Design for Purple Nails | Purple Valentine Nails- NB7475
Glitter and Swirl Design for Purple Nails | Purple Valentine Nails- NB7475

Holographic Pastel Neon Unicorn Nails
Holographic Pastel Neon Unicorn Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Red and White Swirl Nails

Glitter Design Red and White Nails with Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4546
Glitter Design Red and White Nails with Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4546

White and Red Swirls on Nails for Winter | Swirl Nails - NB4551
White and Red Swirls on Nails for Winter | Swirl Nails - NB4551

Santa Claus Coca Cola Nails
Santa Claus Coca Cola Nails

Nna_naomynailart_official

Red and White Swirl Nails for Winter | Swirl Nails - NB4547
Red and White Swirl Nails for Winter | Swirl Nails - NB4547

Glitter Nails with Red Swirls for Winter | Swirl Nails - NB4544
Glitter Nails with Red Swirls for Winter | Swirl Nails - NB4544

Christmas Gifts
Christmas Gifts

Hnnailsbyhoney

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

Minimal Red Swirls and Roses Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4542
Minimal Red Swirls and Roses Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4542

Red Swirl Nails

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

Red and Black Floral Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4545
Red and Black Floral Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4545

Red Ombre Nails Watercolor Design | Red Ombre Nails - NB6530
Red Ombre Nails Watercolor Design | Red Ombre Nails - NB6530

Minimal Red Swirls and Roses Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4542
Minimal Red Swirls and Roses Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4542

Glitter Design Red and White Nails with Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4546
Glitter Design Red and White Nails with Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4546

July 4th X Long Nails
July 4th X Long Nails

Hnnailsbyhoney

Red Swirl Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4541
Red Swirl Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4541

Nails with White and Red Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4549
Nails with White and Red Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4549

Silver Swirl Nails

Silver Swirls for Pearly White Nails | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6678
Silver Swirls for Pearly White Nails | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6678

Green Textured Nails
Green Textured Nails

Alexandracojan.trainer

Abstract Swirl Design for Hot Pink Nails | Hot Pink Nails- NB7616
Abstract Swirl Design for Hot Pink Nails | Hot Pink Nails- NB7616

Gradient Floral Stamping
Gradient Floral Stamping

Blondivika_nsk

Glitter Ombre Nails with Butterflies
Glitter Ombre Nails with Butterflies

Mari_mari_nailart

Pastel Neon Gradient Nails with Swirls | Birthday Pastel Neon Nails - NB6070
Pastel Neon Gradient Nails with Swirls | Birthday Pastel Neon Nails - NB6070

Nails with Holographic Tips and Chrome Swirls | Anna Customized Nail Designs- NB7265
Nails with Holographic Tips and Chrome Swirls | Anna Customized Nail Designs- NB7265

Line Nail Sticker Design for Birthday | Classy Birthday Nails - NB6163
Line Nail Sticker Design for Birthday | Classy Birthday Nails - NB6163

Simple Swirl Nail Art

Rainbow Swirl Nail Art
Rainbow Swirl Nail Art

Nail_sunny

Swirl Rhinestones on Nails
Swirl Rhinestones on Nails

Nails_by_evelyn9

Magic of Rainbow
Magic of Rainbow

Klamaja

Matte Nails with Gradient Ocean Pattern | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3264
Matte Nails with Gradient Ocean Pattern | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3264

Simple and Luxury Mocha Mousse Nails Design | Color of the Year 2025 - NB6980
Simple and Luxury Mocha Mousse Nails Design | Color of the Year 2025 - NB6980

Square Swirl Nails

Swirl Eggshell Nail Art
Swirl Eggshell Nail Art

Nails_by_evelyn9

Happy Chipmunk and Flowers
Happy Chipmunk and Flowers

Hnnailsbyhoney

Brown Swirl Marble
Brown Swirl Marble

_beautbybee

Nude Nails with Swirls | Classy Birthday Nails - NB6149
Nude Nails with Swirls | Classy Birthday Nails - NB6149

Green and Blue Nails with Ocean Waves | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3280
Green and Blue Nails with Ocean Waves | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3280

Swirls and Stripes Nail Art
Swirls and Stripes Nail Art

Amanda.sudolll

Glossy Mocha Mousse Nails with Abstract Swirls | Color of the Year 2025 - NB6906
Glossy Mocha Mousse Nails with Abstract Swirls | Color of the Year 2025 - NB6906

Square Nails with a Subtle Wave Over a Sheer Base | Marjani Customized Nail Designs- NB7515
Square Nails with a Subtle Wave Over a Sheer Base | Marjani Customized Nail Designs- NB7515

Summer Swirl Nail Designs

3D Jelly Swirls on Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4508
3D Jelly Swirls on Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4508

Neon Swirl Nails
Neon Swirl Nails

Cdanails

Magic of Rainbow
Magic of Rainbow

Klamaja

Chrome and Neon Combo
Chrome and Neon Combo

_beautbybee

Holographic Pastel Neon Unicorn Nails
Holographic Pastel Neon Unicorn Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Pink and Orange Swirls Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4552
Pink and Orange Swirls Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4552

Summer Neon Gel Nails
Summer Neon Gel Nails

_beautbybee

Neon Swirls Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4510
Neon Swirls Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4510

White and Gold Swirl Nails

White and Gold Luxury Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4507
White and Gold Luxury Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4507

Nails Decorated with Gold Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4505
Nails Decorated with Gold Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4505

White Floral Nail Design with Bright Colorful Confetti
White Floral Nail Design with Bright Colorful Confetti

Mari_mari_nailart

Gold Swirls on Pink Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4504
Gold Swirls on Pink Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4504

Short Nails White and Gold Swirls
Short Nails White and Gold Swirls

Ego_alinkha

White Swirls for Gold Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4518
White Swirls for Gold Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4518

Simple White and Gold Wedding Nails
Simple White and Gold Wedding Nails

Novikova.nailstudio

3D Pumpkin for Fall Embellished Nails | Thanksgiving Pumpkin Nails - NB6213
3D Pumpkin for Fall Embellished Nails | Thanksgiving Pumpkin Nails - NB6213

White and Silver Swirl Nails

Embellished Silver Swirls Nail Design | Swirl Nails - NB4502
Embellished Silver Swirls Nail Design | Swirl Nails - NB4502

Embellished Nails with 3D Silver Design | Swirl Nails - NB4499
Embellished Nails with 3D Silver Design | Swirl Nails - NB4499

3D Silver Swirls on Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4501
3D Silver Swirls on Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4501

Diagonal French with Swirls
Diagonal French with Swirls

Getman.nails

Swirl Toe Nails

What Are the Most Popular Swirl Nail Designs?

Abstract Swirl Nails
Pastel Swirl Nails
Rainbow Swirl Nails
Neon Swirl Nails
Mismatched Swirl Nails
Swirl French Nails

Retro Swirl Nails
Swirls and Double Tip French Manicure
Marble Swirl Nails
Glitter Swirl Nails
Heart Swirl Nails
Chrome Swirl Nails

How to Choose the Best Colors for Swirl Nails

When choosing colors for your swirl nail designs, it's important to remember what colors will work well together and which ones will clash. It is also important to consider the shades of each color as well as how they look on the skin tone.
If you're looking for something simple, try using only one or two colors with contrasting colors on top (like blue with orange). If you're looking for something more complex, try incorporating multiple colors into your design—just make sure they go well together! If you have never done a swirl design before, it may be best to start with fewer colors at first and work your way up to more complicated designs.
Here are some ideas for perfect colors and color combinations for swirl nails:

-Coral pink and mint green: These hues are both bright and cheerful, but they also have enough contrast between them so that neither one overwhelms the other. This combination works especially well with darker skin tones because it helps give them a bit more definition without being too overpowering or harsh looking.
-Light purple and dark blue: This color combination has a lot of contrast between its two shades but is still subtle enough not to be overwhelming on pale skin tones (which tend to look better with less contrast).
-Orange and white: These two colors work really well together because they have very different undertones. Orange has more yellow than white does, so it creates a nice contrast when paired with white.
-Red and black: These two colors also work well together because they have very different undertones. Red is more orange than black, so the red will pop against the black background in the design
-Yellow and purple: These two colors complement each other nicely because they're both warm tones with similar undertones (yellow has more yellow than purple does). The yellow will also help balance out any purple that might show through from underneath (which isn't always a bad thing!).

Tips for Swirl Nail Designs

Choose a base color that matches your skin tone. If you choose a light base color, it will make your nail appear longer, while dark colors will give it more depth and dimension.

Mixing two different shades of one color works well too! Just make sure they're not too similar, so they don't blend together into one big blur - keep them separate enough that they each have their own identity!

Don't use too many colors or too many shades of one color in your design. Too many hues can make your nails appear busy, which is not ideal for this type of nail art. Just stick with two or three shades at most!

Make sure that the design is symmetrical. You want it to look like two halves of the same whole, not two different swirls side by side.

Use less polish and add negative space. You don't want to cover the entire nail in polish; just enough to make it look like a full swirl.

Choose your nail shape and length carefully. Swirls can look good on all different kinds of nails, but they're not for everyone. You'll need to be careful that the swirl doesn't come out too thick and overpowering.

If you have a lot of nail experience, consider using a dotting tool to create the dots in the swirl pattern. It'll save time and help you get more detailed results. If not, don't worry—you can always use a toothpick or a similar tool!

Use two different colors for the main shape of your swirl, and then add a third color for accents. You can use any combo that you like, but we recommend sticking with three colors if you want to keep things simple.

Don't be afraid of negative space! While it might be tempting to fill in every inch of your nail with color, remember that the negative space can be just as important as the parts where there's paint—it gives the eye something to rest on between swoops and swirls!

The Best Swirl Nail Art Ideas

Nail Design and Art / Swirl Nails
Colorful Swirls Nails Design | Birthday Swirl Nails - NB6084
Colorful Swirls Nails Design | Birthday Swirl Nails - NB6084

Glitter Nails with Colorful Swirls | Birthday Swirl Nails - NB6083
Glitter Nails with Colorful Swirls | Birthday Swirl Nails - NB6083

Orange and Pink Nails Swirl Design | Swirl Nails - NB4568
Orange and Pink Nails Swirl Design | Swirl Nails - NB4568

Orange Spiral Swirl Nails for Summer | Swirl Nails - NB4567
Orange Spiral Swirl Nails for Summer | Swirl Nails - NB4567

Black and Purple Nails with Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4566
Black and Purple Nails with Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4566

Orange Nails with Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4565
Orange Nails with Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4565

Purple and Pink Swirl Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4564
Purple and Pink Swirl Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4564

Pink and Purple Spiral Swirl Nail Design | Swirl Nails - NB4563
Pink and Purple Spiral Swirl Nail Design | Swirl Nails - NB4563

Dark Nails Pink and Purple Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4562
Dark Nails Pink and Purple Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4562

Short Nails with Pink and Purple Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4561
Short Nails with Pink and Purple Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4561

Pink and Purple Swirl Design | Swirl Nails - NB4560
Pink and Purple Swirl Design | Swirl Nails - NB4560

Pink and Purple Swirl Accents | Swirl Nails - NB4559
Pink and Purple Swirl Accents | Swirl Nails - NB4559

Nails with Orange and Pink Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4558
Nails with Orange and Pink Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4558

Orange Spiral Swirl Accents for Pink Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4557
Orange Spiral Swirl Accents for Pink Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4557

Orange Swirls on Pink Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4556
Orange Swirls on Pink Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4556

Short Pink Nails with Orange Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4555
Short Pink Nails with Orange Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4555

Orange Swirls Nails Design for Work | Swirl Nails - NB4554
Orange Swirls Nails Design for Work | Swirl Nails - NB4554

Pink and Orange Swirls Accent Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4553
Pink and Orange Swirls Accent Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4553

Pink and Orange Swirls Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4552
Pink and Orange Swirls Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4552

Pink Nails with Orange Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4551
Pink Nails with Orange Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4551

White and Red Swirls on Nails for Winter | Swirl Nails - NB4551
White and Red Swirls on Nails for Winter | Swirl Nails - NB4551

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

Nails with White and Red Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4549
Nails with White and Red Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4549

Red and White Swirls on Almond Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4548
Red and White Swirls on Almond Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4548

Red and White Swirl Nails for Winter | Swirl Nails - NB4547
Red and White Swirl Nails for Winter | Swirl Nails - NB4547

Glitter Design Red and White Nails with Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4546
Glitter Design Red and White Nails with Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4546

Red and Black Floral Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4545
Red and Black Floral Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4545

Glitter Nails with Red Swirls for Winter | Swirl Nails - NB4544
Glitter Nails with Red Swirls for Winter | Swirl Nails - NB4544

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

Minimal Red Swirls and Roses Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4542
Minimal Red Swirls and Roses Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4542

Red Swirl Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4541
Red Swirl Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4541

French Manicure with Red Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4540
French Manicure with Red Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4540

Swirl Accent Nail Design | Swirl Nails - NB4539
Swirl Accent Nail Design | Swirl Nails - NB4539

Baby Pink and Baby Blue Swirls Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4538
Baby Pink and Baby Blue Swirls Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4538

Pink and Blue Swirls Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4537
Pink and Blue Swirls Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4537

Short Pink and Blue Swirl Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4536
Short Pink and Blue Swirl Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4536

Nails with Swirl Accents | Swirl Nails - NB4535
Nails with Swirl Accents | Swirl Nails - NB4535

White and Pink Marble Swirl Nail Design | Swirl Nails - NB4534
White and Pink Marble Swirl Nail Design | Swirl Nails - NB4534

White and Pink Marble Swirl Nail Art | Swirl Nails - NB4533
White and Pink Marble Swirl Nail Art | Swirl Nails - NB4533

Chrome Nails with White and Pink Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4532
Chrome Nails with White and Pink Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4532

Pink Nails Swirl Design | Swirl Nails - NB4531
Pink Nails Swirl Design | Swirl Nails - NB4531

Swirl Design Stiletto Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4530
Swirl Design Stiletto Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4530

Almond Nails with White Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4529
Almond Nails with White Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4529

Pink Nails with White Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4528
Pink Nails with White Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4528

Chrome Nails with Pink and White Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4527
Chrome Nails with Pink and White Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4527

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FAQs:

1. Apply a base coat to protect your nails.
2. Apply the color of your choice, and let it dry completely.
3. Add another coat of polish, and let it dry.
4. With a dotting tool or toothpick, make small dots on each nail with the second color of your choice (this can be any shade you like!). The size of the dots will depend on how big you want your swirls to be—just remember that smaller dots are easier to paint over than bigger ones!
5. To make swirly designs in each dot, use either a toothpick or a cosmetic sponge (as long as it has been washed thoroughly first!). You can also use an actual paintbrush if you prefer painting with them instead—just remember to wash them thoroughly before using them again so they don't get dirty!
6. Once all your dots are done, add another coat (or two) over top them so that everything blends together seamlessly into one big swirled effect!
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