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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

Green Ocean Color French Nails with Waves Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3283
Green Ocean Color French Nails with Waves Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3283

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

Bordeaux Burgundy Nails with White Negative Space Swirls | Fall Nails - NB5750
Bordeaux Burgundy Nails with White Negative Space Swirls | Fall Nails - NB5750

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

Swirl Nails with Rumors Accent | Behr Color of the Year 2025 - NB6364
Swirl Nails with Rumors Accent | Behr Color of the Year 2025 - NB6364

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

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

Short Swirl Nails

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

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

Mur.nails.ekaterina

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

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

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

Green Textured Nails
Green Textured Nails

Alexandracojan.trainer

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

White Swirl Nails

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

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

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

Swirls and Silver Foil Nail Design
Swirls and Silver Foil Nail Design

Mari_mari_nailart

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

Hnnailsbyhoney

Monochrome Wave
Monochrome Wave

_beautbybee

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

Pink Swirl Nails

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

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

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

Pink and Black Zebra Nails
Pink and Black Zebra Nails

_beautbybee

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

Mocha Mousse Nails with 3D Swirls | Color of the Year 2025 - NB7050
Mocha Mousse Nails with 3D Swirls | Color of the Year 2025 - NB7050

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

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

Hnnailsbyhoney

Blue Swirl Nails

Blue Dog Love Nails | Dog Nail Designs- NB7537
Blue Dog Love Nails | Dog Nail Designs- NB7537

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

Hand Painted the Powerpuff Girls
Hand Painted the Powerpuff Girls

Hnnailsbyhoney

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

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

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

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

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

Project_paznokcie

Abstract Swirl Nails

Blue Abstract Nails with Foil
Blue Abstract Nails with Foil

Beauty_nail_kostroma

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

Mur.nails.ekaterina

Black and White Abstract Swirl Nails
Black and White Abstract Swirl Nails

Beauty_nail_kostroma

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

Neutral Colors for Nails Design in a Darker or Lighter Hue | Nora Customized Nail Designs- NB7328
Neutral Colors for Nails Design in a Darker or Lighter Hue | Nora Customized Nail Designs- NB7328

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

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

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

Almond Swirl Nails

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

Swirl Rhinestones on Nails
Swirl Rhinestones on Nails

Nails_by_evelyn9

Swirl French Neon Nails
Swirl French Neon Nails

Ego_alinkha

Brown Chrome Nails with Silver Swirls | Chrome Nails - NB5321
Brown Chrome Nails with Silver Swirls | Chrome Nails - NB5321

Matte Floral Nails and Swirls
Matte Floral Nails and Swirls

Matuszewsk.a

Romantic Chrome Nail Design
Romantic Chrome Nail Design

Korelviktoria

Dark Nails Swirl Design | Dark Nails - NB6592
Dark Nails Swirl Design | Dark Nails - NB6592

Gold Swirl Nails
Gold Swirl Nails

Korelviktoria

Autumn Swirl Nails

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

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

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

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

Confetti Gel Nails
Confetti Gel Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Leather-inspired Cinnamon Nails Design | Cinnamon Nails - NB6123
Leather-inspired Cinnamon Nails Design | Cinnamon Nails - NB6123

Autumn Swirl Nails
Autumn Swirl Nails

Klamaja

Classy Long Oval-shaped Fall Nails with Swirls | Fall Nails - NB5529
Classy Long Oval-shaped Fall Nails with Swirls | Fall Nails - NB5529

Black and White Swirl Nails

Black Swirl Nails

Office Gray and Nude Nails Minimal Design | Professional Nails - NB3294
Office Gray and Nude Nails Minimal Design | Professional Nails - NB3294

Ombre Gold Star
Ombre Gold Star

Blondivika_nsk

Pink and Black Zebra Nails
Pink and Black Zebra Nails

_beautbybee

Mismatched Nude and Black Nail Art
Mismatched Nude and Black Nail Art

Matuszewsk.a

Black and White Swirl Nails
Black and White Swirl Nails

Cdanails

Pastel Neon Star Nails
Pastel Neon Star Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Blue and White Swirl Nails

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

Japanese Wave Pattern on Nails | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3251
Japanese Wave Pattern on Nails | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3251

Surfing Ombre Nails | Sport | Travel and Tourism - NB950
Surfing Ombre Nails | Sport | Travel and Tourism - NB950

Storm Waves French Nails | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3267
Storm Waves French Nails | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3267

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

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

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

X-Long Nails with Ocean Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3254
X-Long Nails with Ocean Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3254

Brown Swirl Nails

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

Abstract Negative Space Fall Design
Abstract Negative Space Fall Design

Ego_alinkha

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

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

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

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

Mocha Mousse Nails with 3D Swirls | Color of the Year 2025 - NB7050
Mocha Mousse Nails with 3D Swirls | Color of the Year 2025 - NB7050

Brown and White Swirl Tips
Brown and White Swirl Tips

_beautbybee

Christmas Swirl Nails

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

Water Splatter Art
Water Splatter Art

Blondivika_nsk

Holographic Pastel Neon Unicorn Nails
Holographic Pastel Neon Unicorn Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Mirror Gel Nails
Mirror Gel Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Winter Textured Nails
Winter Textured Nails

Blondivika_nsk

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

Winter Coffin Nails in Red | Red Christmas Nails - NB6778
Winter Coffin Nails in Red | Red Christmas Nails - NB6778

Chrome Swirl Nails

Romantic Chrome Nail Design
Romantic Chrome Nail Design

Korelviktoria

Winter Textured Nails
Winter Textured 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

Gold Swirl Nails
Gold Swirl Nails

Korelviktoria

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

Getman.nails

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

Peach Fuzz Nails with Foil Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1727
Peach Fuzz Nails with Foil Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1727

Chrome Design for Valentine's Day Nails | Purple Valentine Nails- NB7474
Chrome Design for Valentine's Day Nails | Purple Valentine Nails- NB7474

Colorful Swirl Nails

Blue Swirl Marble Nails
Blue Swirl Marble Nails

_beautbybee

Neon Abstract Nails
Neon Abstract Nails

Cdanails

Rainbow Swirls for Ring Finger Nail | Ring Finger Nail Designs- NB8102
Rainbow Swirls for Ring Finger Nail | Ring Finger Nail Designs- NB8102

Swirls in Pastels Colors
Swirls in Pastels Colors

Hnnailsbyhoney

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

Mirror Gel Nails
Mirror Gel Nails

Blondivika_nsk

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

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

Cute Swirl Nail Designs

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

French Swirl Nail Designs

Ocean Waves French Nail Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3250
Ocean Waves French Nail Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3250

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

Coffin Nails for Summer
Coffin Nails for Summer

_gabrielamanole

Mosaic-effect Gothic Nails
Mosaic-effect Gothic Nails

Molnar.mariann

Winter Textured Nails
Winter Textured Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Swirl French Neon Nails
Swirl French Neon Nails

Ego_alinkha

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

Glitter Swirl Nails

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

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

Sliver Glitter Swirl Nail Designs
Sliver Glitter Swirl Nail Designs

Pauletta.nails

Neon Green Buttercup Powerpuff girl
Neon Green Buttercup Powerpuff girl

Hnnailsbyhoney

Elegant Blue Waves Nails Design | Blue Birthday Nails - NB6427
Elegant Blue Waves Nails Design | Blue Birthday Nails - NB6427

Hand Painted the Powerpuff Girls
Hand Painted the Powerpuff Girls

Hnnailsbyhoney

Gold Swirl Nail Designs

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

Ego_alinkha

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

Mirror Gel Nails
Mirror Gel Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Matte Wine Red Nails with 3D Heart Design | Red Valentine's Nails - NB7273
Matte Wine Red Nails with 3D Heart Design | Red Valentine's Nails - NB7273

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

Ombre Gold Star
Ombre Gold Star

Blondivika_nsk

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

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

Matuszewsk.a

Green Swirl Nails

Ocean Waves and Gradients on Nails | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3277
Ocean Waves and Gradients on Nails | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3277

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

Irina_rain

Short Matte Swirl Nails
Short Matte Swirl Nails

Nailed.it.by.amber

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

Green Swirl Gel Nails
Green Swirl Gel Nails

Beauty_nail_kostroma

Heart and Swirl Nail Design
Heart and Swirl Nail Design

_beautbybee

Green Ocean Color French Nails with Waves Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3283
Green Ocean Color French Nails with Waves Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3283

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

Amanda.sudolll

Neon Swirl Nails

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

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

Pride Month Rainbow Nails
Pride Month Rainbow Nails

Melificentnailartistry

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

Neon Skull Graffiti Nails | Graffiti Nails - NB2899
Neon Skull Graffiti Nails | Graffiti Nails - NB2899

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

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

Colorful Swirl Nails
Colorful Swirl Nails

Project_paznokcie

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Orange Swirl Nail

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

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

Summer French Nails with Swirls
Summer French Nails with Swirls

_gabrielamanole

Textured Orange Nails
Textured Orange Nails

Molnar.mariann

Stripe Stamping Matte Nails
Stripe Stamping Matte Nails

Mur.nails.ekaterina

Pastel Swirl Nail Art

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

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

Swirl Pastel Nails
Swirl Pastel Nails

Sylwia_nailss

Rainbow Unicorn
Rainbow Unicorn

Klamaja

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

Pastel Neon Star Nails
Pastel Neon Star Nails

Blondivika_nsk

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

Swirl and Leaf Short Nails
Swirl and Leaf Short Nails

Nailed.it.by.amber

Pink and Blue Swirl Nails

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

Matte Floral Nails and Swirls
Matte Floral Nails and Swirls

Matuszewsk.a

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

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

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

Pink and Purple Swirl Nails

Ballerina-shaped Heart Nails
Ballerina-shaped Heart Nails

Pauletta.nails

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

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

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

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

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

Pink and White Swirl Nails

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

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

Hnnailsbyhoney

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

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

Heart Accents for Valentine Swirl Nails | Valentine's Heart Nails - NB7202
Heart Accents for Valentine Swirl Nails | Valentine's Heart Nails - NB7202

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

Valentine Nails with Crystal and Rhinestones | Valentine's Heart Nails - NB7210
Valentine Nails with Crystal and Rhinestones | Valentine's Heart Nails - NB7210

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

Purple Swirl Nails

Water Sticker Flowers
Water Sticker Flowers

Pauletta.nails

Mismatched Long Neon Nails
Mismatched Long Neon Nails

Lucy_smirnova_nails

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

Holographic Pastel Neon Unicorn Nails
Holographic Pastel Neon Unicorn Nails

Blondivika_nsk

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

Rainbow Unicorn
Rainbow Unicorn

Klamaja

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

Purple Galaxy
Purple Galaxy

_beautbybee

Red and White Swirl Nails

Christmas Gifts
Christmas Gifts

Hnnailsbyhoney

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Red Swirl Nails

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

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

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

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

Textured Heart Nails
Textured Heart Nails

_beautbybee

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

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

Hnnailsbyhoney

Silver Swirl Nails

Diagonal French with Swirls
Diagonal French with Swirls

Getman.nails

Silver Design for Short Nails | Classy Birthday Nails - NB6150
Silver Design for Short Nails | Classy Birthday Nails - NB6150

Chrome Design for Valentine's Day Nails | Purple Valentine Nails- NB7474
Chrome Design for Valentine's Day Nails | Purple Valentine Nails- NB7474

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

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

Amanda.sudolll

Baby Boomer Silver Stamping
Baby Boomer Silver Stamping

Blondivika_nsk

Mismatched Nude and Black Nail Art
Mismatched Nude and Black Nail Art

Matuszewsk.a

Color Splash Chrome Nails
Color Splash Chrome Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Simple Swirl Nail Art

Japanese Style Ocean Waves Nail Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3260
Japanese Style Ocean Waves Nail Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3260

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

Swirl Eggshell Nail Art
Swirl Eggshell Nail Art

Nails_by_evelyn9

Classy Long Oval-shaped Fall Nails with Swirls | Fall Nails - NB5529
Classy Long Oval-shaped Fall Nails with Swirls | Fall Nails - NB5529

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

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

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

Square Swirl Nails

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

Gray Nails with Waves | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3288
Gray Nails with Waves | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3288

Swirls and Stripes Nail Art
Swirls and Stripes Nail Art

Amanda.sudolll

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

Swirl Design for Long Matte Nails | Classy Birthday Nails - NB6175
Swirl Design for Long Matte Nails | Classy Birthday Nails - NB6175

Mismatched Pink Nails
Mismatched Pink Nails

Belyyhome

Short Nude Ombre Nails Glitter Design | Nude Ombre Nail Art - NB6544
Short Nude Ombre Nails Glitter Design | Nude Ombre Nail Art - NB6544

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

Summer Swirl Nail Designs

Bright Color Abstract Nails
Bright Color Abstract Nails

Project_paznokcie

Magic of Rainbow
Magic of Rainbow

Klamaja

Colorful Swirl Nails
Colorful Swirl Nails

Project_paznokcie

Swirl Eggshell Nail Art
Swirl Eggshell Nail Art

Nails_by_evelyn9

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

Summer French Nails with Swirls
Summer French Nails with Swirls

_gabrielamanole

Rainbow Neon Nails
Rainbow Neon Nails

Cdanails

Summer Neon Gel Nails
Summer Neon Gel Nails

_beautbybee

White and Gold Swirl Nails

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

Mari_mari_nailart

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

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

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

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

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

Gold Stripes on Short White Nails
Gold Stripes on Short White Nails

Mari_mari_nailart

White and Silver Swirl Nails

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

Diagonal French with Swirls
Diagonal French with Swirls

Getman.nails

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

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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