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
Pink and Blue Swirls Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4537
Glitter Nails with Red Swirls for Winter | Swirl Nails - NB4544
French Swirl Design Nails | French Manicure - NB3344
Embellished Nails with 3D Silver Design | Swirl Nails - NB4499
White Nails with Swirl Accents | Swirl Nails - NB4519
Storm Waves Nails Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3256
White and Pink Marble Swirl Nail Design | Swirl Nails - NB4534
3D Ocean Waves in a Sunny Day Nail Art | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3273
Short Swirl Nails
Short Nails with Flowers and Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4521
Colorful Watercolor Nail Design | Paint Nail Art - NB2250
Orange and Pink Nails Swirl Design | Swirl Nails - NB4568
Nails with Minimal Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4500
Pink and Purple Swirl Design | Swirl Nails - NB4560
Short Pink Nails with Orange Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4555
Minimal Red Swirls and Roses Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4542
Short Pink and Blue Swirl Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4536
Ocean Pattern on Blue and Nude Nails | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3249
White Swirl Nails
Matte Nails with Minimal Red Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4543
Short Nails with Flowers and Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4521
Simple Spiral Pattern Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4498
White and Pink Marble Swirl Nail Design | Swirl Nails - NB4534
Coral Reef and Wave Pattern Nail Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB2825
Orange and Pink Nails Swirl Design | Swirl Nails - NB4568
Swirl Effect French Nails | French Manicure - NB3346
Japanese Wave Pattern on Nails | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3251
Red and White Swirls on Almond Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4548
Pink Nails Swirl Design | Swirl Nails - NB4531
Pink Swirl Nails
White and Pink Marble Swirl Nail Design | Swirl Nails - NB4534
Neon Swirls Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4510
Colorful Abstract Nails Simple Design | Abstract Nails - NB5499
Pink and Purple Spiral Swirl Nail Design | Swirl Nails - NB4563
Short Nails with Pink and Purple Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4561
Swirl Effect French Nails | French Manicure - NB3346
Colorful Watercolor Nail Design | Paint Nail Art - NB2250
Blue Swirl Nails
Elaborate Ocean Wave Nail Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3253
Seamless Ocean Waves French Mani | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3276
Watercolor Swirl Nail Design | Paint Nail Art - NB2244
Matte Nails with Gradient Ocean Pattern | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3264
Wave Surfing Nail Design | Sport | Travel and Tourism - NB964
Storm Ocean Waves Nail Art | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3258
Glossy Color-Blocking Nails with Ocean Waves Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3281
French Nails with Ocean Swirls | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3266
Seamless Ocean Wave and Striped Pattern Nails | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3269
Storm Waves French Nails | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3267
Ocean Swirls and Striped Nails Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3259
A Sunny Day and Ocean Waves on Nails | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3271
Minimal Coast Salish Ancient Nail Art Style | Canadian | Tribal - NB1484
Swirl Accent Nail Design | Swirl Nails - NB4539
Nails with White, Pink, and Blue Swirls Design | Swirl Nails - NB4524
Abstract Swirl Nails
Modern Green Fall Wedding Nails Design | Fall Nails - NB5658
Abstract Watercolor Nails with Shimmer Cuffs | Abstract Nails - NB5497
Watercolor Swirl Nail Design | Paint Nail Art - NB2244
Nails with Pastel Colors Featuring Abstract Design | Abstract Nails - NB5503
Colorful Watercolor Nail Design | Paint Nail Art - NB2250
Leaf-inspired Abstract Nails Design | Abstract Nails - NB5486
Minimal White and Gold Abstract Nails Design | Abstract Nails - NB5495
Abstract Pattern Oval Nails with Swirling Colors | Abstract Nails - NB5501
Luxury Abstract Nails in Gold | Abstract Nails - NB5490
Colorful Abstract Nails Simple Design | Abstract Nails - NB5499
Almond Swirl Nails
Brown Chrome Nails with Silver Swirls | Chrome Nails - NB5321
Watercolor Swirl Nail Design | Paint Nail Art - NB2244
Taupe Nail Extensions with Shimmering Glitter Design | Fall Nails - NB5753
X-Long Nails with Ocean Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3254
Minimal White and Gold Abstract Nails Design | Abstract Nails - NB5495
White Nails with Red Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4550
Swirls Design French Manicure | Swirl Nails - NB4523
Wave Surfing Nail Design | Sport | Travel and Tourism - NB964
Autumn Swirl Nails
Pink and Orange Swirls Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4552
Classy Long Oval-shaped Fall Nails with Swirls | Fall Nails - NB5529
Silver and Brown Chrome Swirl Nails | Chrome Nails - NB5325
Orange Swirls on Pink Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4556
Abstract Pattern Oval Nails with Swirling Colors | Abstract Nails - NB5501
Short Pink Nails with Orange Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4555
Orange Spiral Swirl Accents for Pink Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4557
Orange Swirls Nails Design for Work | Swirl Nails - NB4554
Pink Nails with Orange Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4551
Bordeaux Burgundy Nails with White Negative Space Swirls | Fall Nails - NB5750
Modern Green Fall Wedding Nails Design | Fall Nails - NB5658
Black and White Swirl Nails
Black Nails with White Spiral Pattern | Swirl Nails - NB4525
White and Black Nails with Leopard Print and Spots Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2590
Red and Black Floral Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4545
Simple Nails Design with Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4520
Black Swirl Nails
Red and Black Floral Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4545
Swirl Design Stiletto Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4530
Luxury Abstract Nails in Gold | Abstract Nails - NB5490
Abstract Pattern Oval Nails with Swirling Colors | Abstract Nails - NB5501
Elegant Black and White Nails with a Colorful Abstract Design | Abstract Nails - NB5502
Gray Nails with Waves | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3288
Office Gray and Nude Nails Minimal Design | Professional Nails - NB3294
Minimal White and Gold Abstract Nails Design | Abstract Nails - NB5495
Blue and White Swirl Nails
Blue Ocean Waves on White Nails | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3255
Ocean Pattern on Blue and Nude Nails | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3249
Save the Ocean Save the Planet Nail Art | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3272
Ocean Wave Nail Design for Conservation | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3252
Storm Waves Nails Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3256
Seamless Ocean Waves French Mani | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3276
Nails with White, Pink, and Blue Swirls Design | Swirl Nails - NB4524
Wave Surfing Nail Design | Sport | Travel and Tourism - NB964
Ocean Waves French Manicure Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3263
Coral Reef and Wave Pattern Nail Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB2825
Seamless Ocean Wave and Striped Pattern Nails | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3269
Ocean Swirls and Striped Nails Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3259
Blue Ocean Wave Patterns on Nails | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3265
Various Ocean Waves Nail Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3274
Nails with Minimal Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4500
Matte Nails with Gradient Ocean Pattern | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3264
White Nails with Ocean Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3261
Brown Swirl Nails
Sand Dune-inspired French with Hearts for Valentine | Valentine Nails - NB2797
Hearts and Roses Desert Theme Nails | Valentine Nails - NB2927
Hearts and Roses Nails with Glitter Design | Valentine Nails - NB2931
Desert French Tips with Hearts Nail Design | Valentine Nails - NB2928
Chrome Swirl Nails
White and Pink Marble Swirl Nail Design | Swirl Nails - NB4534
Swirls Pattern Brown Nails Design | Chrome Nails - NB5322
Brown Chrome Nails with Silver Swirls | Chrome Nails - NB5321
Gold Swirls Nail Design | Swirl Nails - NB4503
Silver and Brown Chrome Swirl Nails | Chrome Nails - NB5325
Chrome Nails with Pink and White Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4527
White and Pink Marble Swirl Nail Art | Swirl Nails - NB4533
Peach Fuzz Nails with Foil Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1727
White Swirls for Gold Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4518
Chrome Nails with White and Pink Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4532
Colorful Swirl Nails
Colorful Neon Swirls on Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4509
Neon Skull Graffiti Nails | Graffiti Nails - NB2899
Pastel Swirl Nails with Black Tips
Cdanails
Colorful Neon Swirls for Party Night | Swirl Nails - NB4514
Colorful Swirls Nails Design | Birthday Swirl Nails - NB6084
Cute Swirl Nail Designs
Swirl Effect French Nails | French Manicure - NB3346
Baby Pink and Baby Blue Swirls Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4538
Ocean Wave Nail Design for Conservation | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3252
3D Jelly Swirls on Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4508
Simple Spiral Pattern Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4498
3D Pastel Neon Design on Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4511
Summer Nails with Neon Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4512
French Swirl Nail Designs
Various Ocean Waves Nail Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3274
Green Nails with Blue Ocean Waves Tips | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3278
Gray Nails with Waves | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3288
Desert French Tips with Hearts Nail Design | Valentine Nails - NB2928
Ocean Accent Nails Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3268
Pastel Swirl Nails with Black Tips
Cdanails
Green Ocean Color French Nails with Waves Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3283
Wave Surfing Nail Design | Sport | Travel and Tourism - NB964
Swirls and French Tips Design | Swirl Nails - NB4517
Ocean Nail Art with Green Swirls | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3286
Sand Dune-inspired French with Hearts for Valentine | Valentine Nails - NB2797
Ocean Wave Nail Design for Conservation | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3252
Glitter Swirl Nails
Red and White Swirl Nails for Winter | Swirl Nails - NB4547
Hearts and Roses Nails with Glitter Design | Valentine Nails - NB2931
White and Red Swirls on Nails for Winter | Swirl Nails - NB4551
Sand Dune-inspired French with Hearts for Valentine | Valentine Nails - NB2797
Hearts and Roses Desert Theme Nails | Valentine Nails - NB2927
Glitter Nails with Red Swirls for Winter | Swirl Nails - NB4544
Classy Brown and White Nails with a Wave Design | Fall Nails - NB5524
Golden Glitter Swirls for Birthday Nails | Birthday Golden Nails - NB6064
Gold Swirl Nail Designs
Abstract Pattern Oval Nails with Swirling Colors | Abstract Nails - NB5501
Desert-inspired Nails with Hearts and Roses | Valentine Nails - NB2798
Gold Swirls Design on Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4506
White and Gold Luxury Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4507
Elegant Black and White Nails with a Colorful Abstract Design | Abstract Nails - NB5502
Nails Decorated with Gold Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4505
Green Swirl Nails
Neon Swirls Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4510
Ocean Nail Art with Green Swirls | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3286
Long Nails with Ocean Scene | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3285
Abstract Watercolor Nails with Shimmer Cuffs | Abstract Nails - NB5497
Elegant Black and White Nails with a Colorful Abstract Design | Abstract Nails - NB5502
Nails with Pastel Colors Featuring Abstract Design | Abstract Nails - NB5503
Stormy Waves Design for Long Almond Nails | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3287
Ocean Waves and Gradients on Nails | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3277
Modern Green Fall Wedding Nails Design | Fall Nails - NB5658
Green Nails with Blue Ocean Waves Tips | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3278
Neon Swirl Nails
3D Jelly Swirls on Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4508
Colorful Neon Swirls on Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4509
Summer Nails with Neon Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4512
3D Pastel Neon Design on Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4511
Neon Swirls Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4510
Neon Skull Graffiti Nails | Graffiti Nails - NB2899
Colorful Neon Swirls for Party Night | Swirl Nails - NB4514
Neon Effect Spiral Swirls on Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4513
Nude Swirl Nails
Hearts and Roses Nails with Glitter Design | Valentine Nails - NB2931
Sand Dune Effect Hearts and Roses Nails | Valentine Nails - NB2799
Sand Dune-inspired French with Hearts for Valentine | Valentine Nails - NB2797
Orange and Pink Swirl Nails
Orange Swirls on Pink Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4556
Short Pink Nails with Orange Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4555
Pink Nails with Orange Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4551
Nails with Orange and Pink Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4558
Orange Swirls Nails Design for Work | Swirl Nails - NB4554
Orange Spiral Swirl Accents for Pink Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4557
Pink and Orange Swirls Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4552
Pink and Orange Swirls Accent Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4553
Orange Swirl Nail
Pink and Orange Swirls Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4552
Nails with Orange and Pink Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4558
Orange Nails with Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4565
Short Pink Nails with Orange Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4555
Orange Spiral Swirl Accents for Pink Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4557
Orange Swirls on Pink Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4556
Orange Spiral Swirl Nails for Summer | Swirl Nails - NB4567
Pink and Orange Swirls Accent Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4553
Orange Swirls Nails Design for Work | Swirl Nails - NB4554
Pink Nails with Orange Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4551
Pastel Swirl Nail Art
Colorful Watercolor Nail Design | Paint Nail Art - NB2250
Pastel Swirl Nails with Black Tips
Cdanails
Green Ocean Color Wave Nail Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3282
Pastel Color Watercolor Flower Nails | Paint Nail Art - NB2256
Pink and Blue Swirl Nails
Short Pink and Blue Swirl Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4536
Pink and Blue Swirls Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4537
Baby Pink and Baby Blue Swirls Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4538
Swirl Accent Nail Design | Swirl Nails - NB4539
Classy and Glossy Pink Nails Swirl Design | Classy Nails - NB5583
Pink and Purple Swirl Nails
Pink and Purple Spiral Swirl Nail Design | Swirl Nails - NB4563
Pink and Purple Swirl Design | Swirl Nails - NB4560
Pink and Purple Swirl Accents | Swirl Nails - NB4559
Purple and Pink Swirl Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4564
Short Nails with Pink and Purple Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4561
Dark Nails Pink and Purple Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4562
Pink and White Swirl Nails
Chrome Nails with White and Pink Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4532
Pink Nails Swirl Design | Swirl Nails - NB4531
Swirl Effect French Nails | French Manicure - NB3346
White and Pink Marble Swirl Nail Design | Swirl Nails - NB4534
Orange and Pink Nails Swirl Design | Swirl Nails - NB4568
Nails with White, Pink, and Blue Swirls Design | Swirl Nails - NB4524
Simple Spiral Pattern Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4498
Nails with Minimal Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4500
Pink Swirl Nails with Cherry Blossoms | Spring Nails - NB3871
White and Pink Marble Swirl Nail Art | Swirl Nails - NB4533
White Swirls for Pastel Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4526
Almond Nails with White Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4529
Swirl Design Stiletto Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4530
Nails with Swirl Accents | Swirl Nails - NB4535
Pink Nails with White Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4528
Purple Swirl Nails
Nails with Pastel Colors Featuring Abstract Design | Abstract Nails - NB5503
Short Nails with Pink and Purple Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4561
Pink and Purple Spiral Swirl Nail Design | Swirl Nails - NB4563
Pink and Purple Swirl Accents | Swirl Nails - NB4559
Pink and Purple Swirl Design | Swirl Nails - NB4560
Purple and Pink Swirl Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4564
Abstract Matte Nails Watercolor Design | Paint Nail Art - NB2249
Red and White Swirl Nails
Red and White Swirls on Almond Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4548
White Nails with Red Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4550
Glitter Nails with Red Swirls for Winter | Swirl Nails - NB4544
Red and White Swirl Nails for Winter | Swirl Nails - NB4547
Minimal Red Swirls and Roses Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4542
Nails with White and Red Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4549
Matte Nails with Minimal Red Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4543
White and Red Swirls on Nails for Winter | Swirl Nails - NB4551
Glitter Design Red and White Nails with Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4546
Red Swirl Nails
Matte Nails with Minimal Red Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4543
French Manicure with Red Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4540
Red and White Swirl Nails for Winter | Swirl Nails - NB4547
White Nails with Red Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4550
Minimal Red Swirls and Roses Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4542
White and Red Swirls on Nails for Winter | Swirl Nails - NB4551
Red and White Swirls on Almond Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4548
Red and Black Floral Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4545
Nails with White and Red Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4549
Glitter Nails with Red Swirls for Winter | Swirl Nails - NB4544
Glitter Design Red and White Nails with Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4546
Red Swirl Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4541
Silver Swirl Nails
Embellished Silver Swirls Nail Design | Swirl Nails - NB4502
Chrome Nails with White and Pink Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4532
Peach Fuzz Nails with Foil Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1727
Embellished Nails with 3D Silver Design | Swirl Nails - NB4499
3D Silver Swirls on Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4501
Pastel Neon Gradient Nails with Swirls | Birthday Pastel Neon Nails - NB6070
Simple Swirl Nail Art
Orange and Pink Nails Swirl Design | Swirl Nails - NB4568
Office Gray and Nude Nails Minimal Design | Professional Nails - NB3294
Green Ocean Color French Nails with Waves Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3283
Nude Nails with White Swirls Design | Swirl Nails - NB4515
Almond Nails with White Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4529
Glitter Nails with Colorful Swirls | Birthday Swirl Nails - NB6083
Nails with Pastel Colors Featuring Abstract Design | Abstract Nails - NB5503
French Swirl Design Nails | French Manicure - NB3344
Classy Brown and White Nails with a Wave Design | Fall Nails - NB5524
Various Ocean Waves Nail Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3274
Ocean Swirls and Striped Nails Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3259
Seamless Ocean Wave and Striped Pattern Nails | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3269
Japanese Wave Pattern on Nails | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3251
Abstract Matte Nails Watercolor Design | Paint Nail Art - NB2249
Square Swirl Nails
Swirl Nails Design with 3D Hibiscus Flowers | Flower Nails - NB3908
Colorful Abstract Nails Simple Design | Abstract Nails - NB5499
Coral Reef and Wave Pattern Nail Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB2825
White Nails with Ocean Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3261
Gray Nails with Waves | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3288
Ocean Wave Nail Design for Conservation | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3252
X-long Pink Swirl Nails | Classy Nails - NB5576
Summer Swirl Nail Designs
Pink and Orange Swirls Accent Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4553
Neon Swirls Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4510
Colorful Neon Swirls on Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4509
3D Jelly Swirls on Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4508
Orange and Pink Nails Swirl Design | Swirl Nails - NB4568
Short Pink Nails with Orange Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4555
Orange Swirls Nails Design for Work | Swirl Nails - NB4554
Swirl Nails Design with 3D Hibiscus Flowers | Flower Nails - NB3908
Orange Spiral Swirl Accents for Pink Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4557
Orange Swirls on Pink Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4556
White and Gold Swirl Nails
White Swirls for Gold Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4518
Gold Swirls on Pink Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4504
Nails Decorated with Gold Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4505
Gold Swirls Design on Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4506
White and Gold Luxury Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4507
White and Silver Swirl Nails
3D Silver Swirls on Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4501
Embellished Silver Swirls Nail Design | Swirl Nails - NB4502
Embellished Nails with 3D Silver Design | Swirl Nails - NB4499
What Are the Most Popular Swirl Nail Designs?
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
Colorful Swirls Nails Design | Birthday Swirl Nails - NB6084
Glitter Nails with Colorful Swirls | Birthday Swirl Nails - NB6083
Orange and Pink Nails Swirl Design | Swirl Nails - NB4568
Orange Spiral Swirl Nails for Summer | Swirl Nails - NB4567
Black and Purple Nails with Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4566
Orange Nails with Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4565
Purple and Pink Swirl Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4564
Pink and Purple Spiral Swirl Nail Design | Swirl Nails - NB4563
Dark Nails Pink and Purple Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4562
Short Nails with Pink and Purple Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4561
Pink and Purple Swirl Design | Swirl Nails - NB4560
Pink and Purple Swirl Accents | Swirl Nails - NB4559
Nails with Orange and Pink Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4558
Orange Spiral Swirl Accents for Pink Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4557
Orange Swirls on Pink Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4556
Short Pink Nails with Orange Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4555
Orange Swirls Nails Design for Work | Swirl Nails - NB4554
Pink and Orange Swirls Accent Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4553
Pink and Orange Swirls Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4552
Pink Nails with Orange Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4551
White and Red Swirls on Nails for Winter | Swirl Nails - NB4551
White Nails with Red Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4550
Nails with White and Red Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4549
Red and White Swirls on Almond Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4548
Red and White Swirl Nails for Winter | Swirl Nails - NB4547
Glitter Design Red and White Nails with Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4546
Red and Black Floral Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4545
Glitter Nails with Red Swirls for Winter | Swirl Nails - NB4544
Matte Nails with Minimal Red Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4543
Minimal Red Swirls and Roses Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4542
Red Swirl Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4541
French Manicure with Red Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4540
Swirl Accent Nail Design | Swirl Nails - NB4539
Baby Pink and Baby Blue Swirls Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4538
Pink and Blue Swirls Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4537
Short Pink and Blue Swirl Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4536
Nails with Swirl Accents | Swirl Nails - NB4535
White and Pink Marble Swirl Nail Design | Swirl Nails - NB4534
White and Pink Marble Swirl Nail Art | Swirl Nails - NB4533
Chrome Nails with White and Pink Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4532
Pink Nails Swirl Design | Swirl Nails - NB4531
Swirl Design Stiletto Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4530
Almond Nails with White Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4529
Pink Nails with White Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4528
Chrome Nails with Pink and White Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4527
FAQs:
How can I do swirl nail art?
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!