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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

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

Pride Month Rainbow Nails
Pride Month Rainbow Nails

Melificentnailartistry

Black and White Swirl Nails
Black and White Swirl Nails

Cdanails

Swirl French Neon Nails
Swirl French Neon Nails

Ego_alinkha

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

Patterns on French Nails
Patterns on French Nails

Nailed.it.by.amber

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

Holographic Pastel Neon Unicorn Nails
Holographic Pastel Neon Unicorn Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Short Swirl Nails

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

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

Mari_mari_nailart

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

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

Short Matte Swirl Nails
Short Matte Swirl Nails

Nailed.it.by.amber

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

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

White Swirl Nails

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

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

Simple Swirl Nails
Simple Swirl Nails

Fasia.nails

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

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

Monochrome Wave
Monochrome Wave

_beautbybee

Shattered Glass Purple Nails Design
Shattered Glass Purple Nails Design

Mari_mari_nailart

Baby Boomer Silver Stamping
Baby Boomer Silver Stamping

Blondivika_nsk

Pink Swirl Nails

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

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

Mismatched Pink Nails
Mismatched Pink Nails

Belyyhome

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

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

Hnnailsbyhoney

Swirl French Neon Nails
Swirl French Neon Nails

Ego_alinkha

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

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

Blue Swirl Nails

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

Irina_rain

The Beauty of Ocean Nail Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3275
The Beauty of Ocean Nail Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3275

French Nails with Ocean Swirls | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3266
French Nails with Ocean Swirls | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3266

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

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

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

Rainbow Unicorn
Rainbow Unicorn

Klamaja

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

Abstract Swirl Nails

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

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

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

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

Bright Colors Squiggly Nails
Bright Colors Squiggly Nails

Belyyhome

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

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

Beauty_nail_kostroma

Almond Swirl Nails

Baby Boomer Silver Stamping
Baby Boomer Silver Stamping

Blondivika_nsk

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

Swirl French Neon Nails
Swirl French Neon Nails

Ego_alinkha

Mismatched Colorful Swirls
Mismatched Colorful Swirls

Novikova.nailstudio

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

Cdanails

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

Rainbow Unicorn
Rainbow Unicorn

Klamaja

Colorful Dots on Soft Pink Nails
Colorful Dots on Soft Pink Nails

Matuszewsk.a

Autumn Swirl Nails

Ombre Gold Star
Ombre Gold Star

Blondivika_nsk

Confetti Gel Nails
Confetti Gel Nails

Blondivika_nsk

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

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

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

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

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

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

Black and White Swirl Nails

Black Swirl Nails

Blue and White Swirl Nails

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

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

Elaborate Ocean Wave Nail Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3253
Elaborate Ocean Wave Nail Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3253

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

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

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

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

3D Ocean Waves in a Sunny Day Nail Art | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3273
3D Ocean Waves in a Sunny Day Nail Art | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3273

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

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

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

Brown Swirl Marble
Brown Swirl Marble

_beautbybee

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

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

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

Mocha Mousse Glitter Swirl Nails Design | Color of the Year 2025 - NB6966
Mocha Mousse Glitter Swirl Nails Design | Color of the Year 2025 - NB6966

Christmas Swirl Nails

Holographic Pastel Neon Unicorn Nails
Holographic Pastel Neon Unicorn Nails

Blondivika_nsk

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

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

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

Christmas Confetti
Christmas Confetti

Blondivika_nsk

Santa Claus Coca Cola Nails
Santa Claus Coca Cola Nails

Nna_naomynailart_official

Christmas Gifts
Christmas Gifts

Hnnailsbyhoney

Chrome Swirl Nails

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

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

Chrome Stripe Design
Chrome Stripe Design

Blondivika_nsk

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

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

Blueberry Color Nails with Bubbles
Blueberry Color Nails with Bubbles

_beautbybee

Blue Chrome Nails and Swirls
Blue Chrome Nails and Swirls

Amanda.sudolll

Colorful Swirl Nails

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

Swirls in Pastels Colors
Swirls in Pastels Colors

Hnnailsbyhoney

Bright Pastel French Tips
Bright Pastel French Tips

Cdanails

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

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

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

Ombre Pastel Nails With Flowers
Ombre Pastel Nails With Flowers

Hnnailsbyhoney

Neon Pigments Summer Nails
Neon Pigments Summer Nails

Hnnailsbyhoney

Cute Swirl Nail Designs

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

French Swirl Nail Designs

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

_gabrielamanole

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

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

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

The Beauty of Ocean Nail Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3275
The Beauty of Ocean Nail Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3275

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

Glitter Swirl Nails

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

Flake and Glitter Matte Nails Design
Flake and Glitter Matte Nails Design

Matuszewsk.a

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

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

Glitter Ombre Nails with Butterflies
Glitter Ombre Nails with Butterflies

Mari_mari_nailart

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

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

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

Gold Swirl Nail Designs

Red Nails with Marble Accents | Classy Luxury Nails- NB7710
Red Nails with Marble Accents | Classy Luxury Nails- NB7710

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

Smokey Gradient Matte Nails
Smokey Gradient Matte Nails

Novikova.nailstudio

Mauve Finery Nails Minimal Design | Sherwin William Color Capsule 2025 - NB6395
Mauve Finery Nails Minimal Design | Sherwin William Color Capsule 2025 - NB6395

Glossy Nails with Gold Swirls
Glossy Nails with Gold Swirls

Getman.nails

Romantic Chrome Nail Design
Romantic Chrome Nail Design

Korelviktoria

Swirls and Hearts
Swirls and Hearts

Matuszewsk.a

Green Swirl Nails

Short Matte Swirl Nails
Short Matte Swirl Nails

Nailed.it.by.amber

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

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

Lime Green Marble Swirls | Lime Green Nails- NB8299
Lime Green Marble Swirls | Lime Green Nails- NB8299

Magic of Rainbow
Magic of Rainbow

Klamaja

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

Swirl and Leaf Short Nails
Swirl and Leaf Short Nails

Nailed.it.by.amber

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

Neon Swirl Nails

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

Neon Swirl Nails
Neon Swirl Nails

Cdanails

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

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

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

Neon Abstract Nails
Neon Abstract Nails

Cdanails

Colorful Stiletto Nails
Colorful Stiletto Nails

Gallinaz_nail

Nude Swirl Nails

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

Happy Chipmunk and Flowers
Happy Chipmunk and Flowers

Hnnailsbyhoney

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pastel Swirl Nail Art

Swirls in Pastels Colors
Swirls in Pastels Colors

Hnnailsbyhoney

Pastel Neon Star Nails
Pastel Neon Star Nails

Blondivika_nsk

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

Spring Purple Teddy Bear
Spring Purple Teddy Bear

Klamaja

Holographic Pastel Neon Unicorn Nails
Holographic Pastel Neon Unicorn Nails

Blondivika_nsk

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

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

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

Pink and Blue Swirl Nails

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

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

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

Pink and Purple Swirl Nails

Ballerina-shaped Heart Nails
Ballerina-shaped Heart Nails

Pauletta.nails

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

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

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

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

Pink and White Swirl Nails

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

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

Mismatched Nails with Puzzle Pattern
Mismatched Nails with Puzzle Pattern

Getman.nails

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

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

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

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

Hnnailsbyhoney

Purple Swirl Nails

French Swirl Nails
French Swirl Nails

Blondivika_nsk

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

Melificentnailartistry

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

Ballerina-shaped Heart Nails
Ballerina-shaped Heart Nails

Pauletta.nails

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

Holographic Pastel Neon Unicorn Nails
Holographic Pastel Neon Unicorn Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Rainbow Unicorn
Rainbow Unicorn

Klamaja

Swirl Dot Nails
Swirl Dot Nails

Sylwia_nailss

Red and White Swirl Nails

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

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

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

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

Christmas Gifts
Christmas Gifts

Hnnailsbyhoney

Santa Claus Coca Cola Nails
Santa Claus Coca Cola Nails

Nna_naomynailart_official

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

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

Red Swirl Nails

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

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

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

Hnnailsbyhoney

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

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

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

Textured Heart Nails
Textured Heart Nails

_beautbybee

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

Silver Swirl Nails

Color Splash Chrome Nails
Color Splash Chrome Nails

Blondivika_nsk

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

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

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

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

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

Mirror Gel Nails
Mirror Gel Nails

Blondivika_nsk

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

Simple Swirl Nail Art

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

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

Swirl Eggshell Nail Art
Swirl Eggshell Nail Art

Nails_by_evelyn9

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

Colorful Stripes on Nails
Colorful Stripes on Nails

Alexandracojan.trainer

Ballerina-shaped Heart Nails
Ballerina-shaped Heart Nails

Pauletta.nails

Square Swirl Nails

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

Summer French Nails with Swirls
Summer French Nails with Swirls

_gabrielamanole

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

Jelly Pink Spring Nails
Jelly Pink Spring Nails

Hnnailsbyhoney

Mismatched Pink Nails
Mismatched Pink Nails

Belyyhome

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

Diagonal French with Swirls
Diagonal French with Swirls

Getman.nails

Water Splatter Art
Water Splatter Art

Blondivika_nsk

Summer Swirl Nail Designs

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

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

Irina_rain

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

Coffin Nails for Summer
Coffin Nails for Summer

_gabrielamanole

Chrome and Neon Combo
Chrome and Neon Combo

_beautbybee

Swirl Eggshell Nail Art
Swirl Eggshell Nail Art

Nails_by_evelyn9

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

Bright Color Abstract Nails
Bright Color Abstract Nails

Project_paznokcie

White and Gold Swirl Nails

Mauve Finery Nails Minimal Design | Sherwin William Color Capsule 2025 - NB6395
Mauve Finery Nails Minimal Design | Sherwin William Color Capsule 2025 - NB6395

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

Mari_mari_nailart

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

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

Mari_mari_nailart

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

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

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

Ego_alinkha

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

Novikova.nailstudio

White and Silver Swirl Nails

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

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

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

Diagonal French with Swirls
Diagonal French with Swirls

Getman.nails

Swirl Toe Nails

What Are the Most Popular Swirl Nail Designs?

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

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

How to Choose the Best Colors for Swirl Nails

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

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

Tips for Swirl Nail Designs

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

The Best Swirl Nail Art Ideas

Textured Orange Nails
Textured Orange Nails

Molnar.mariann

Mosaic-effect Gothic Nails
Mosaic-effect Gothic Nails

Molnar.mariann

Abstract Graffiti Nail Art
Abstract Graffiti Nail Art

Dashenkanails

Squiggly Design for Short Nails
Squiggly Design for Short Nails

Olga_soloveva._

Spring Purple Teddy Bear
Spring Purple Teddy Bear

Klamaja

Space Travel Nails
Space Travel Nails

Klamaja

Magic of Rainbow
Magic of Rainbow

Klamaja

Rainbow Unicorn
Rainbow Unicorn

Klamaja

Blue Ombre Sparkle Nails
Blue Ombre Sparkle Nails

Sylwia_nailss

Colorful Stiletto Nails
Colorful Stiletto Nails

Gallinaz_nail

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

Project_paznokcie

Bright Color Abstract Nails
Bright Color Abstract Nails

Project_paznokcie

Eggshell Nails with Abstract Design
Eggshell Nails with Abstract Design

Project_paznokcie

Ballerina-shaped Heart Nails
Ballerina-shaped Heart Nails

Pauletta.nails

Pink and Gray Valentine Nails
Pink and Gray Valentine Nails

Pauletta.nails

Sweet Pink Easter Nails
Sweet Pink Easter Nails

Pauletta.nails

Water Sticker Flowers
Water Sticker Flowers

Pauletta.nails

Colorful Spots With Negative Space
Colorful Spots With Negative Space

Nailartbychlo

Gradient Effect Patterns
Gradient Effect Patterns

Nailartbychlo

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

Irina_rain

Simple Matte Nails
Simple Matte Nails

Irina_rain

Green Textured Nails
Green Textured Nails

Alexandracojan.trainer

Happy Chipmunk and Flowers
Happy Chipmunk and Flowers

Hnnailsbyhoney

Ombre Pastel Nails With Flowers
Ombre Pastel Nails With Flowers

Hnnailsbyhoney

Jelly Candy Nails
Jelly Candy Nails

Hnnailsbyhoney

Neon Pigments Summer Nails
Neon Pigments Summer Nails

Hnnailsbyhoney

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

Hnnailsbyhoney

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

Hnnailsbyhoney

Colorful Trippy Nails
Colorful Trippy Nails

Hnnailsbyhoney

Spongebob and Patrick Bubble Nails
Spongebob and Patrick Bubble Nails

Hnnailsbyhoney

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

Hnnailsbyhoney

Hand Painted the Powerpuff Girls
Hand Painted the Powerpuff Girls

Hnnailsbyhoney

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

Hnnailsbyhoney

Neon Green Buttercup Powerpuff girl
Neon Green Buttercup Powerpuff girl

Hnnailsbyhoney

Jelly Pink Spring Nails
Jelly Pink Spring Nails

Hnnailsbyhoney

Christmas Gifts
Christmas Gifts

Hnnailsbyhoney

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

Hnnailsbyhoney

Olaf Textured Blue Nails
Olaf Textured Blue Nails

Fasia.nails

Glitter Thin Lines
Glitter Thin Lines

Blondivika_nsk

Water Splatter Art
Water Splatter Art

Blondivika_nsk

Ombre Gold Star
Ombre Gold Star

Blondivika_nsk

Winter Textured Nails
Winter Textured Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Pastel Neon Star Nails
Pastel Neon Star Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Baby Boomer Silver Stamping
Baby Boomer Silver Stamping

Blondivika_nsk

Color Splash Chrome Nails
Color Splash Chrome Nails

Blondivika_nsk

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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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