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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

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

Abstract Negative Space Fall Design
Abstract Negative Space Fall Design

Ego_alinkha

Glitter Thin Lines
Glitter Thin Lines

Blondivika_nsk

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

Green Almond Nails Gold Corn Design | Thanksgiving Corn Nails - NB6185
Green Almond Nails Gold Corn Design | Thanksgiving Corn Nails - NB6185

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

Swirl French Neon Nails
Swirl French Neon Nails

Ego_alinkha

Summer French Nails with Swirls
Summer French Nails with Swirls

_gabrielamanole

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

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

Simple Matte Nails
Simple Matte Nails

Irina_rain

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

Irina_rain

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

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

Bright Swirls
Bright Swirls

Belyyhome

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

White Swirl Nails

Snowflakes on Ombre
Snowflakes on Ombre

Blondivika_nsk

Glossy Sky Blue Coffin Nails with Subtle Swirls | Sogand A. Customized Nail Designs- NB7526
Glossy Sky Blue Coffin Nails with Subtle Swirls | Sogand A. Customized Nail Designs- NB7526

Smiley Face Trippy Nails
Smiley Face Trippy Nails

_beautbybee

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

Brown and White Swirl Tips
Brown and White Swirl Tips

_beautbybee

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

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

Pink Swirl Nails

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

Hnnailsbyhoney

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

Neon Spring Nails
Neon Spring Nails

Cdanails

Pink and Black Zebra Nails
Pink and Black Zebra Nails

_beautbybee

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

Almond Swirl Nails with Crystal Hearts | Valentine's Heart Nails - NB7189
Almond Swirl Nails with Crystal Hearts | Valentine's Heart Nails - NB7189

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

Swirls and Stripes Nail Art
Swirls and Stripes Nail Art

Amanda.sudolll

Blue Swirl Nails

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

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

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

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

Hnnailsbyhoney

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

Neon Coffin Nails with Leopard Print
Neon Coffin Nails with Leopard Print

_gabrielamanole

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

Abstract Swirl Nails

Bright Colors Squiggly Nails
Bright Colors Squiggly Nails

Belyyhome

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

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

Short Matte Swirl Nails
Short Matte Swirl Nails

Nailed.it.by.amber

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

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

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

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

Almond Swirl Nails

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

Blue Abstract Nails with Foil
Blue Abstract Nails with Foil

Beauty_nail_kostroma

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

Beauty_nail_kostroma

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

Autumn Swirl Nails
Autumn Swirl Nails

Klamaja

Space Travel Nails
Space Travel Nails

Klamaja

White and Orange Patterns
White and Orange Patterns

Nailed.it.by.amber

Colorful Swirls and Glitter
Colorful Swirls and Glitter

Nailartbychlo

Autumn Swirl Nails

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

Red Nails with Cinnamon Slate Accent | Benjamin Moore Color Trend 2025 - NB6097
Red Nails with Cinnamon Slate Accent | Benjamin Moore Color Trend 2025 - NB6097

Classy Matte Nails Wheat Design | Thanksgiving Wheat Nails - NB6287
Classy Matte Nails Wheat Design | Thanksgiving Wheat Nails - NB6287

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

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

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

Classy Brown and White Nails with a Wave Design | Fall Nails - NB5524
Classy Brown and White Nails with a Wave Design | Fall Nails - NB5524

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

Black and White Swirl Nails

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

Monochrome Wave
Monochrome Wave

_beautbybee

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

Abstract Graffiti Nail Art
Abstract Graffiti Nail Art

Dashenkanails

Smiley Face Trippy Nails
Smiley Face Trippy Nails

_beautbybee

Black Swirl Nails

Blue and White Swirl Nails

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

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

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

Blue Ocean Waves on White Nails | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3255
Blue Ocean Waves on White Nails | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3255

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

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

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

Olaf Textured Blue Nails
Olaf Textured Blue Nails

Fasia.nails

Brown Swirl 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

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

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

Hearts and Roses Desert Theme Nails | Valentine Nails - NB2927
Hearts and Roses Desert Theme Nails | Valentine Nails - NB2927

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

_gabrielamanole

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

Brown Swirl Marble
Brown Swirl Marble

_beautbybee

Christmas Swirl Nails

Christmas Gifts
Christmas Gifts

Hnnailsbyhoney

Water Splatter Art
Water Splatter Art

Blondivika_nsk

Winter Textured Nails
Winter Textured Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Olaf Textured Blue Nails
Olaf Textured Blue Nails

Fasia.nails

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

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

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

Snowflake and Glitter Design for Red Nails | Red Christmas Nails - NB6774
Snowflake and Glitter Design for Red Nails | Red Christmas Nails - NB6774

Chrome Swirl Nails

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

Gold Swirls Nail Design | Swirl Nails - NB4503
Gold Swirls Nail Design | Swirl Nails - NB4503

Chrome Stripe Design
Chrome Stripe Design

Blondivika_nsk

Gold Swirl Nails
Gold Swirl Nails

Korelviktoria

Blue Chrome Nails and Swirls
Blue Chrome Nails and Swirls

Amanda.sudolll

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

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

Winter Textured Nails
Winter Textured Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Colorful Swirl Nails

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

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

Swirl Pastel Nails
Swirl Pastel Nails

Sylwia_nailss

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

Neon Swirl Nails
Neon Swirl Nails

Cdanails

Jelly Candy Nails
Jelly Candy Nails

Hnnailsbyhoney

Colorful Swirl Nails
Colorful Swirl Nails

Project_paznokcie

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

Cdanails

Cute Swirl Nail Designs

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

French Swirl Nail Designs

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

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

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

Swirls Design French Manicure | Swirl Nails - NB4523
Swirls Design French Manicure | Swirl Nails - NB4523

Sliver Glitter Swirl Nail Designs
Sliver Glitter Swirl Nail Designs

Pauletta.nails

Colorful Spots With Negative Space
Colorful Spots With Negative Space

Nailartbychlo

Water Splatter Art
Water Splatter Art

Blondivika_nsk

Glitter Swirl Nails

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

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

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

Neon Pigments Summer Nails
Neon Pigments Summer Nails

Hnnailsbyhoney

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

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

Hnnailsbyhoney

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

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

Gold Swirl Nail Designs

Swirls and Hearts
Swirls and Hearts

Matuszewsk.a

Green Neon and Gold Design
Green Neon and Gold Design

Matuszewsk.a

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

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

Novikova.nailstudio

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

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

Chrome DNA Swirls Nail Design
Chrome DNA Swirls Nail Design

Korelviktoria

Green Swirl Nails

Neon Green Buttercup Powerpuff girl
Neon Green Buttercup Powerpuff girl

Hnnailsbyhoney

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

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

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

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

Summer Neon Gel Nails
Summer Neon Gel Nails

_beautbybee

Gradient Surfing Nails | Sport | Travel and Tourism - NB954
Gradient Surfing Nails | Sport | Travel and Tourism - NB954

Magic of Rainbow
Magic of Rainbow

Klamaja

Neon Swirl Nails

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

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

Colorful Stiletto Nails
Colorful Stiletto Nails

Gallinaz_nail

Black and Neon Nails
Black and Neon Nails

Cdanails

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

Neon Swirl Nails
Neon Swirl Nails

Cdanails

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

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

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

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

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

Orange and Pink Swirl Nails

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

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

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

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

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 Swirl Nail

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

Summer French Nails with Swirls
Summer French Nails with Swirls

_gabrielamanole

White and Orange Patterns
White and Orange Patterns

Nailed.it.by.amber

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

Textured Orange Nails
Textured Orange Nails

Molnar.mariann

Summer Neon Gel Nails
Summer Neon Gel Nails

_beautbybee

Pastel Swirl Nail Art

Rainbow Unicorn
Rainbow Unicorn

Klamaja

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

Cdanails

Swirl and Leaf Short Nails
Swirl and Leaf Short Nails

Nailed.it.by.amber

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

Swirl Pastel Nails
Swirl Pastel Nails

Sylwia_nailss

Magic of Rainbow
Magic of Rainbow

Klamaja

Pastel Neon Star Nails
Pastel Neon Star Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Spring Purple Teddy Bear
Spring Purple Teddy Bear

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

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

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

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

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

Pink and Purple Swirl Nails

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

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

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

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

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

Pink and White Swirl Nails

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

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

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

White Swirls for Pastel Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4526
White Swirls for Pastel Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4526

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

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

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

Neutral Valentine Nails with Hearts | Valentine's Heart Nails - NB7183
Neutral Valentine Nails with Hearts | Valentine's Heart Nails - NB7183

Purple Swirl Nails

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

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

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

Purple Galaxy
Purple Galaxy

_beautbybee

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

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

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

Red and White Swirl Nails

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

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

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

Christmas Gifts
Christmas Gifts

Hnnailsbyhoney

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

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

Red Swirl Nails

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Silver Swirl Nails

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

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

Amanda.sudolll

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

Confetti Gel Nails
Confetti Gel Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Diagonal French with Swirls
Diagonal French with Swirls

Getman.nails

Blueberry Color Nails with Bubbles
Blueberry Color Nails with Bubbles

_beautbybee

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

Gradient Floral Stamping
Gradient Floral Stamping

Blondivika_nsk

Simple Swirl Nail Art

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

Sliver Glitter Swirl Nail Designs
Sliver Glitter Swirl Nail Designs

Pauletta.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

Gradient Effect Patterns
Gradient Effect Patterns

Nailartbychlo

Square Swirl Nails

Mismatched Nails with Puzzle Pattern
Mismatched Nails with Puzzle Pattern

Getman.nails

Brown Swirl Marble
Brown Swirl Marble

_beautbybee

Mismatched Pink Nails
Mismatched Pink Nails

Belyyhome

Textured Heart Nails
Textured Heart Nails

_beautbybee

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

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

Mari_mari_nailart

X-long Pink Swirl Nails | Classy Nails - NB5576
X-long Pink Swirl Nails | Classy Nails - NB5576

Brown and White Swirl Tips
Brown and White Swirl Tips

_beautbybee

Summer Swirl Nail Designs

Blue Swirl Marble Nails
Blue Swirl Marble Nails

_beautbybee

Colorful Stiletto Nails
Colorful Stiletto Nails

Gallinaz_nail

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

Holographic Pastel Neon Unicorn Nails
Holographic Pastel Neon Unicorn Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Blueberry Color Nails with Bubbles
Blueberry Color Nails with Bubbles

_beautbybee

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

Neon Swirl Nails
Neon Swirl Nails

Cdanails

White and Gold Swirl Nails

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

Novikova.nailstudio

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

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

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

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

Mari_mari_nailart

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

Mari_mari_nailart

White and Silver Swirl Nails

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

Diagonal French with Swirls
Diagonal French with Swirls

Getman.nails

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

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

White Swirls for Pastel Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4526
White Swirls for Pastel Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4526

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

Swirls Design French Manicure | Swirl Nails - NB4523
Swirls Design French Manicure | Swirl Nails - NB4523

X Long Nails with Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4522
X Long Nails with Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4522

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

White Nails with Swirl Accents | Swirl Nails - NB4519
White Nails with Swirl Accents | Swirl Nails - NB4519

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

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

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

Nude Nails with White Swirls Design | Swirl Nails - NB4515
Nude Nails with White Swirls Design | Swirl Nails - NB4515

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Gold Swirls Nail Design | Swirl Nails - NB4503
Gold Swirls Nail Design | Swirl Nails - NB4503

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

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

Glossy Almond Nails with Soft Taupe Swirl Design | AG Customized Nails- NB8316
Glossy Almond Nails with Soft Taupe Swirl Design | AG Customized Nails- NB8316

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

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

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

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

Easter Bunny Design for Swirl Pink Nails | Easter Glitter Nails- NB8053
Easter Bunny Design for Swirl Pink Nails | Easter Glitter Nails- NB8053

Swirl Design Ocean Blue Nails | Spring Blue Nails- NB7984
Swirl Design Ocean Blue Nails | Spring Blue Nails- NB7984

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

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

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

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

Almond Swirl Nails with Panda Design | Panda Nails- NB7561
Almond Swirl Nails with Panda Design | Panda Nails- NB7561

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

Glossy Sky Blue Coffin Nails with Subtle Swirls | Sogand A. Customized Nail Designs- NB7526
Glossy Sky Blue Coffin Nails with Subtle Swirls | Sogand A. Customized Nail Designs- NB7526

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

Minimalist Pastel Swirl Design for Square Nails | Marjani Customized Nail Designs- NB7513
Minimalist Pastel Swirl Design for Square Nails | Marjani Customized Nail Designs- NB7513

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

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

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

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

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

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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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