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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

Colorful Fruit and Squiggly French Nails
Colorful Fruit and Squiggly French Nails

Melificentnailartistry

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

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

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

Orange and Blue Fall Nails | Classy Thanksgiving Nails - NB6352
Orange and Blue Fall Nails | Classy Thanksgiving Nails - NB6352

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

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

Swirl French Neon Nails
Swirl French Neon Nails

Ego_alinkha

Short Swirl Nails

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

Spring Blue and White Flower Nails
Spring Blue and White Flower Nails

Mari_mari_nailart

Coral Reef and Wave Pattern Nail Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB2825
Coral Reef and Wave Pattern Nail Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB2825

Short Nails with Flowers and Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4521
Short Nails with Flowers and Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4521

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

Diagonal French with Swirls
Diagonal French with Swirls

Getman.nails

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

White Swirl Nails

Nails with White, Pink, and Blue Swirls Design | Swirl Nails - NB4524
Nails with White, Pink, and Blue Swirls Design | Swirl Nails - NB4524

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

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

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

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

Blue Ombre Sparkle Nails
Blue Ombre Sparkle Nails

Sylwia_nailss

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

Pink Swirl Nails

Neon Spring Nails
Neon Spring Nails

Cdanails

Hand-Painted Winnie the Pooh
Hand-Painted Winnie the Pooh

Hnnailsbyhoney

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

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

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

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

Hnnailsbyhoney

Sweet Pink Easter Nails
Sweet Pink Easter Nails

Pauletta.nails

Swirl Mocha Mousse Design for Oval Nails | Color of the Year 2025 - NB7040
Swirl Mocha Mousse Design for Oval Nails | Color of the Year 2025 - NB7040

Blue Swirl Nails

Blue Swirls on Bling Nails | Blue Birthday Nails - NB6411
Blue Swirls on Bling Nails | Blue Birthday Nails - NB6411

Pastel Color Watercolor Flower Nails | Paint Nail Art - NB2256
Pastel Color Watercolor Flower Nails | Paint Nail Art - NB2256

Blue Abstract Nails with Foil
Blue Abstract Nails with Foil

Beauty_nail_kostroma

Wave Surfing Nail Design | Sport | Travel and Tourism - NB964
Wave Surfing Nail Design | Sport | Travel and Tourism - NB964

White Nails with Ocean Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3261
White Nails with Ocean Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3261

Minimal Coast Salish Ancient Nail Art Style | Canadian | Tribal - NB1484
Minimal Coast Salish Ancient Nail Art Style | Canadian | Tribal - NB1484

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

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

Abstract Swirl Nails

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

Getman.nails

Pastel Pink Swirls for an Abstract Nail Look | Spring Pastel Nails- NB7907
Pastel Pink Swirls for an Abstract Nail Look | Spring Pastel Nails- NB7907

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

Leaf-inspired Abstract Nails Design | Abstract Nails - NB5486
Leaf-inspired Abstract Nails Design | Abstract Nails - NB5486

Bright Colors Squiggly Nails
Bright Colors Squiggly Nails

Belyyhome

Short Matte Swirl Nails
Short Matte Swirl Nails

Nailed.it.by.amber

Chocolate Swirlies
Chocolate Swirlies

Minea.nails

Pastel Green Nails with Pink Swirls | Spring Pastel Nails- NB7908
Pastel Green Nails with Pink Swirls | Spring Pastel Nails- NB7908

Almond Swirl Nails

Almond Nails with Ocean Waves Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3257
Almond Nails with Ocean Waves Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3257

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

Birthday Yellow Bling Nails | Yellow Birthday Nails - NB6446
Birthday Yellow Bling Nails | Yellow Birthday Nails - NB6446

Abstract Graffiti Nail Art
Abstract Graffiti Nail Art

Dashenkanails

Glossy Pink Nails Swirl Design | Classy Nails - NB5580
Glossy Pink Nails Swirl Design | Classy Nails - NB5580

Water Sticker Flowers
Water Sticker Flowers

Pauletta.nails

Rainbow Unicorn
Rainbow Unicorn

Klamaja

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

Autumn Swirl Nails

Brown and White Swirl Tips
Brown and White Swirl Tips

_beautbybee

Birthday Abstract Swirl Nail Art | Classy Birthday Nails - NB6164
Birthday Abstract Swirl Nail Art | Classy Birthday Nails - NB6164

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

Square Mocha Mousse Marble Nails | Color of the Year 2025 - NB7003
Square Mocha Mousse Marble Nails | Color of the Year 2025 - NB7003

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

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

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

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

Black and White Swirl Nails

Diagonal Swirl Tips
Diagonal Swirl Tips

Nailed.it.by.amber

Short Nails with Flowers and Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4521
Short Nails with Flowers and Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4521

Simple Nails Design with Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4520
Simple Nails Design with Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4520

Nails with Line Art for Birthday | Classy Birthday Nails - NB6147
Nails with Line Art for Birthday | Classy Birthday Nails - NB6147

Black Swirl Nails

Minimal White and Gold Abstract Nails Design | Abstract Nails - NB5495
Minimal White and Gold Abstract Nails Design | Abstract Nails - NB5495

Pastel Neon Star Nails
Pastel Neon Star Nails

Blondivika_nsk

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

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

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

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

Nails with Minimal Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4500
Nails with Minimal Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4500

Nails with White, Pink, and Blue Swirls Design | Swirl Nails - NB4524
Nails with White, Pink, and Blue Swirls Design | Swirl Nails - NB4524

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

White Nails with Ocean Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3261
White Nails with Ocean Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3261

Ocean Pattern on Blue and Nude Nails | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3249
Ocean Pattern on Blue and Nude Nails | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3249

Almond Nails with Ocean Waves Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3257
Almond Nails with Ocean Waves Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3257

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

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

Brown Swirl Marble
Brown Swirl Marble

_beautbybee

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

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

Swirl Mocha Mousse Design for Oval Nails | Color of the Year 2025 - NB7040
Swirl Mocha Mousse Design for Oval Nails | Color of the Year 2025 - NB7040

Mocha Mousse Nails with Swirl Accent | Color of the Year 2025 - NB7051
Mocha Mousse Nails with Swirl Accent | Color of the Year 2025 - NB7051

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

Christmas Swirl Nails

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

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

Santa Claus Coca Cola Nails
Santa Claus Coca Cola Nails

Nna_naomynailart_official

Mirror Gel Nails
Mirror Gel Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Confetti Gel Nails
Confetti Gel Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Snowflakes on Ombre
Snowflakes on Ombre

Blondivika_nsk

Winter Textured Nails
Winter Textured Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Water Splatter Art
Water Splatter Art

Blondivika_nsk

Chrome Swirl Nails

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

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

Blueberry Color Nails with Bubbles
Blueberry Color Nails with Bubbles

_beautbybee

Blue Chrome Nails and Swirls
Blue Chrome Nails and Swirls

Amanda.sudolll

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

Gold Swirl Nails
Gold Swirl Nails

Korelviktoria

Romantic Chrome Nail Design
Romantic Chrome Nail Design

Korelviktoria

Chrome Stripe Design
Chrome Stripe Design

Blondivika_nsk

Colorful Swirl Nails

Colorful Trippy Nails
Colorful Trippy Nails

Hnnailsbyhoney

Rainbow Neon Nails
Rainbow Neon Nails

Cdanails

Festival Colorful Nails
Festival Colorful Nails

Nna_naomynailart_official

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

Cdanails

Bright Pastel French Tips
Bright Pastel French Tips

Cdanails

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

Summer Nails With Swirling Colors
Summer Nails With Swirling Colors

Irina_rain

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

Cute Swirl Nail Designs

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

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

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

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

Blue Swirl Nails with a Cute Crab | Crab Nails- NB8160
Blue Swirl Nails with a Cute Crab | Crab Nails- NB8160

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

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

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

French Swirl Nail Designs

Patterns on French Nails
Patterns on French Nails

Nailed.it.by.amber

Long Nails with Ocean Scene | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3285
Long Nails with Ocean Scene | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3285

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

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

Neon Pigments Summer Nails
Neon Pigments Summer Nails

Hnnailsbyhoney

Swirl French Neon Nails
Swirl French Neon Nails

Ego_alinkha

A Sunny Day and Ocean Waves on Nails | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3271
A Sunny Day and Ocean Waves on Nails | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3271

Glitter Swirl Nails

Green Neon and Gold Design
Green Neon and Gold Design

Matuszewsk.a

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

Hnnailsbyhoney

Short Cinnamon Nails Glitter Design | Cinnamon Nails - NB6125
Short Cinnamon Nails Glitter Design | Cinnamon Nails - NB6125

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

Short Mystical Purple Nails for Valentine's Day | Purple Valentine Nails- NB7482
Short Mystical Purple Nails for Valentine's Day | Purple Valentine Nails- NB7482

Stylish Sunflower Nails with Decoration | Thanksgiving Sunflower Nails - NB6241
Stylish Sunflower Nails with Decoration | Thanksgiving Sunflower Nails - NB6241

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

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

Gold Swirl Nail Designs

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

Holographic Cross for White Nails | Nails with a Cross - NB6565
Holographic Cross for White Nails | Nails with a Cross - NB6565

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

Easy Stylish Nail Design with Swirls
Easy Stylish Nail Design with Swirls

Mari_mari_nailart

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

Gold Swirl Nails
Gold Swirl Nails

Korelviktoria

Minimal White and Gold Abstract Nails Design | Abstract Nails - NB5495
Minimal White and Gold Abstract Nails Design | Abstract Nails - NB5495

Golden Glitter Swirls for Birthday Nails | Birthday Golden Nails - NB6064
Golden Glitter Swirls for Birthday Nails | Birthday Golden Nails - NB6064

Green Swirl Nails

Matte Nails with Ocean Conservation Theme | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3284
Matte Nails with Ocean Conservation Theme | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3284

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

Summer Neon Gel Nails
Summer Neon Gel Nails

_beautbybee

Coffin Nails for Summer
Coffin Nails for Summer

_gabrielamanole

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

Green Nails with Blue Ocean Waves Tips | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3278
Green Nails with Blue Ocean Waves Tips | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3278

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

Amanda.sudolll

Neon Swirl Nails

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

Neon Swirl Nails
Neon Swirl Nails

Cdanails

Black and Neon Nails
Black and Neon Nails

Cdanails

Colorful Swirl Nails
Colorful Swirl Nails

Project_paznokcie

Neon Abstract Nails
Neon Abstract Nails

Cdanails

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

Colorful Neon Swirls on Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4509
Colorful Neon Swirls on Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4509

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

Nude Swirl Nails

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

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

Happy Chipmunk and Flowers
Happy Chipmunk and Flowers

Hnnailsbyhoney

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

Orange and Pink Swirl Nails

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Orange Swirl Nail

Coffin Nails for Summer
Coffin Nails for Summer

_gabrielamanole

Orange and Blue Fall Nails | Classy Thanksgiving Nails - NB6352
Orange and Blue Fall Nails | Classy Thanksgiving Nails - NB6352

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

Neon Spring Nails
Neon Spring Nails

Cdanails

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

Stripe Stamping Matte Nails
Stripe Stamping Matte Nails

Mur.nails.ekaterina

Dark Coral and Yellow Swirl Nails | Coral and Yellow Nails- NB8205
Dark Coral and Yellow Swirl Nails | Coral and Yellow Nails- NB8205

Pastel Swirl Nail Art

Holographic Pastel Neon Unicorn Nails
Holographic Pastel Neon Unicorn Nails

Blondivika_nsk

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

Pastel Color Watercolor Flower Nails | Paint Nail Art - NB2256
Pastel Color Watercolor Flower Nails | Paint Nail Art - NB2256

Swirl Pastel Nails
Swirl Pastel Nails

Sylwia_nailss

Swirl and Leaf Short Nails
Swirl and Leaf Short Nails

Nailed.it.by.amber

Rainbow Unicorn
Rainbow Unicorn

Klamaja

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

Magic of Rainbow
Magic of Rainbow

Klamaja

Pink and Blue Swirl Nails

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

Matte Floral Nails and Swirls
Matte Floral Nails and Swirls

Matuszewsk.a

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

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

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

Pink and Purple Swirl Nails

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

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

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

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

Ballerina-shaped Heart Nails
Ballerina-shaped Heart Nails

Pauletta.nails

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

Pink and White Swirl Nails

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

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

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

Mismatched Nails with Puzzle Pattern
Mismatched Nails with Puzzle Pattern

Getman.nails

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

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

Hnnailsbyhoney

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

Purple Swirl Nails

Swirls and Hearts
Swirls and Hearts

Matuszewsk.a

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

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

Colorful Fruit and Squiggly French Nails
Colorful Fruit and Squiggly French Nails

Melificentnailartistry

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

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

Chrome Stripe Design
Chrome Stripe Design

Blondivika_nsk

Gradient Floral Stamping
Gradient Floral Stamping

Blondivika_nsk

Red and White Swirl Nails

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

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

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

Christmas Gifts
Christmas Gifts

Hnnailsbyhoney

Santa Claus Coca Cola Nails
Santa Claus Coca Cola Nails

Nna_naomynailart_official

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

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

Red Swirl Nails

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

Christmas Gifts
Christmas Gifts

Hnnailsbyhoney

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

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

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

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

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

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

Silver Swirl Nails

Green Textured Nails
Green Textured Nails

Alexandracojan.trainer

Sliver Glitter Swirl Nail Designs
Sliver Glitter Swirl Nail Designs

Pauletta.nails

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

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

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

Confetti Gel Nails
Confetti Gel Nails

Blondivika_nsk

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

Glitter Ombre Nails with Butterflies
Glitter Ombre Nails with Butterflies

Mari_mari_nailart

Simple Swirl Nail Art

Matte Nails with White Swirls Design | Swirl Nails - NB4516
Matte Nails with White Swirls Design | Swirl Nails - NB4516

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

Colorful Stiletto Nails
Colorful Stiletto Nails

Gallinaz_nail

Short Mint Green Nails Abstract Design | Spring Pastel Nails- NB7910
Short Mint Green Nails Abstract Design | Spring Pastel Nails- NB7910

Coral and Yellow Nails with a Swirl Accent | Coral and Yellow Nails- NB8204
Coral and Yellow Nails with a Swirl Accent | Coral and Yellow Nails- NB8204

Abstract Pastel Green Nails with Swirls | Spring Pastel Nails- NB7906
Abstract Pastel Green Nails with Swirls | Spring Pastel Nails- NB7906

Square Swirl Nails

Classy Swirl Nail Designs
Classy Swirl Nail Designs

Ego_alinkha

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

Amanda.sudolll

Spongebob and Patrick Bubble Nails
Spongebob and Patrick Bubble Nails

Hnnailsbyhoney

Mocha Mousse Nails with Swirl Accent | Color of the Year 2025 - NB7051
Mocha Mousse Nails with Swirl Accent | Color of the Year 2025 - NB7051

Brown and White Swirl Tips
Brown and White Swirl Tips

_beautbybee

Monochrome Wave
Monochrome Wave

_beautbybee

Summer French Nails with Swirls
Summer French Nails with Swirls

_gabrielamanole

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

Summer Swirl Nail Designs

Blue Swirl Marble Nails
Blue Swirl Marble Nails

_beautbybee

Rainbow Neon Nails
Rainbow Neon Nails

Cdanails

Colorful Stiletto Nails
Colorful Stiletto Nails

Gallinaz_nail

Neon Pigments Summer Nails
Neon Pigments Summer Nails

Hnnailsbyhoney

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

Mismatched Long Neon Nails
Mismatched Long Neon Nails

Lucy_smirnova_nails

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

Colorful Stripes on Nails
Colorful Stripes on Nails

Alexandracojan.trainer

White and Gold Swirl Nails

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

Ego_alinkha

Easy Stylish Nail Design with Swirls
Easy Stylish Nail Design with Swirls

Mari_mari_nailart

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

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

Gold Swirls Design on Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4506
Gold Swirls Design on Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4506

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

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

Mari_mari_nailart

White and Silver Swirl Nails

Diagonal French with Swirls
Diagonal French with Swirls

Getman.nails

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

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

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

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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