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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

Gold 3D Swirl Design for Mocha Mousse Nails | Color of the Year 2025 - NB7048
Gold 3D Swirl Design for Mocha Mousse Nails | Color of the Year 2025 - NB7048

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

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

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

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

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

White and Orange Patterns
White and Orange Patterns

Nailed.it.by.amber

Short Swirl Nails

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

Square Nails with a Subtle Wave Over a Sheer Base | Marjani Customized Nail Designs- NB7515
Square Nails with a Subtle Wave Over a Sheer Base | Marjani Customized Nail Designs- NB7515

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

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

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

Stripe Stamping Matte Nails
Stripe Stamping Matte Nails

Mur.nails.ekaterina

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

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

White Swirl Nails

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

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

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

Blue Ombre Sparkle Nails
Blue Ombre Sparkle Nails

Sylwia_nailss

Santa Claus Coca Cola Nails
Santa Claus Coca Cola Nails

Nna_naomynailart_official

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

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

Black Nails with White Spiral Pattern | Swirl Nails - NB4525
Black Nails with White Spiral Pattern | Swirl Nails - NB4525

Pink Swirl Nails

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

Hnnailsbyhoney

3D Candy Hearts for Nails Design | Valentine Candy Heart Nails- NB7418
3D Candy Hearts for Nails Design | Valentine Candy Heart Nails- NB7418

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

Bright Colors Squiggly Nails
Bright Colors Squiggly Nails

Belyyhome

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

Hnnailsbyhoney

Eggshell Nails with Abstract Design
Eggshell Nails with Abstract Design

Project_paznokcie

Hand Painted the Powerpuff Girls
Hand Painted the Powerpuff Girls

Hnnailsbyhoney

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

Blue Swirl Nails

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

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

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

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

Irina_rain

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

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

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

Project_paznokcie

Rainbow Unicorn
Rainbow Unicorn

Klamaja

Abstract Swirl Nails

Colorful Gradient Nail Art with Mother and Child | Mother's Day Nails- NB8167
Colorful Gradient Nail Art with Mother and Child | Mother's Day Nails- NB8167

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

Mur.nails.ekaterina

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

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

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

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

Eggshell Nails with Abstract Design
Eggshell Nails with Abstract Design

Project_paznokcie

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

Almond Swirl Nails

Snowflakes on Ombre
Snowflakes on Ombre

Blondivika_nsk

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

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

Neon Swirl Nails
Neon Swirl Nails

Cdanails

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

Matuszewsk.a

Egg with Bunny Ears
Egg with Bunny Ears

Paulina_migdalek

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

Matte Swirl Accent Nails
Matte Swirl Accent Nails

Irina_rain

Autumn Swirl Nails

3D French Coffin Nails
3D French Coffin Nails

_gabrielamanole

Taupe Nail Extensions with Shimmering Glitter Design | Fall Nails - NB5753
Taupe Nail Extensions with Shimmering Glitter Design | Fall Nails - NB5753

Ombre Gold Star
Ombre Gold Star

Blondivika_nsk

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

Swirls Pattern Brown Nails Design | Chrome Nails - NB5322
Swirls Pattern Brown Nails Design | Chrome Nails - NB5322

Abstract Negative Space Fall Design
Abstract Negative Space Fall Design

Ego_alinkha

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

Brown and White Swirl Tips
Brown and White Swirl Tips

_beautbybee

Black and White Swirl Nails

Black Swirl Nails

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

Swirl Design Stiletto Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4530
Swirl Design Stiletto Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4530

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

Swirl Eggshell Nail Art
Swirl Eggshell Nail Art

Nails_by_evelyn9

Abstract Graffiti Nail Art
Abstract Graffiti Nail Art

Dashenkanails

Ombre Gold Star
Ombre Gold Star

Blondivika_nsk

Blue and White Swirl Nails

Save the Ocean Save the Planet Nail Art | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3272
Save the Ocean Save the Planet Nail Art | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3272

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

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

Storm Waves Nails Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3256
Storm Waves Nails Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3256

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Christmas Swirl Nails

Confetti Gel Nails
Confetti Gel Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Olaf Textured Blue Nails
Olaf Textured Blue Nails

Fasia.nails

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

Santa Claus Coca Cola Nails
Santa Claus Coca Cola Nails

Nna_naomynailart_official

Christmas Confetti
Christmas Confetti

Blondivika_nsk

Water Splatter Art
Water Splatter Art

Blondivika_nsk

Winter Textured Nails
Winter Textured Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Holographic Pastel Neon Unicorn Nails
Holographic Pastel Neon Unicorn Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Chrome Swirl Nails

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

Swirls Pattern Brown Nails Design | Chrome Nails - NB5322
Swirls Pattern Brown Nails Design | Chrome Nails - NB5322

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

Getman.nails

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

Gold Swirl Nails
Gold Swirl Nails

Korelviktoria

Romantic Chrome Nail Design
Romantic Chrome Nail Design

Korelviktoria

Gold 3D Swirl Design for Mocha Mousse Nails | Color of the Year 2025 - NB7048
Gold 3D Swirl Design for Mocha Mousse Nails | Color of the Year 2025 - NB7048

Colorful Swirl Nails

Summer Gradient Swirls
Summer Gradient Swirls

_beautbybee

Swirl Pastel Nails
Swirl Pastel Nails

Sylwia_nailss

Blue Swirl Marble Nails
Blue Swirl Marble Nails

_beautbybee

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

Swirls in Pastels Colors
Swirls in Pastels Colors

Hnnailsbyhoney

Pride Month Rainbow Nails
Pride Month Rainbow Nails

Melificentnailartistry

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

Cute Swirl Nail Designs

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

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

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

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

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

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

French Swirl Nail Designs

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

_gabrielamanole

Brown and White Swirl Tips
Brown and White Swirl Tips

_beautbybee

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

Mismatched Long Neon Nails
Mismatched Long Neon Nails

Lucy_smirnova_nails

Winter Textured Nails
Winter Textured Nails

Blondivika_nsk

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

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

French Swirl Design Nails | French Manicure - NB3344
French Swirl Design Nails | French Manicure - NB3344

Glitter Swirl Nails

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

Mirror Gel Nails
Mirror Gel Nails

Blondivika_nsk

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

Hnnailsbyhoney

Bling Swirl Nails for Birthday Party | Blue Birthday Nails - NB6421
Bling Swirl Nails for Birthday Party | Blue Birthday Nails - NB6421

Ballerina-shaped Heart Nails
Ballerina-shaped Heart Nails

Pauletta.nails

Colorful Swirls and Glitter
Colorful Swirls and Glitter

Nailartbychlo

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

Hnnailsbyhoney

Green Neon and Gold Design
Green Neon and Gold Design

Matuszewsk.a

Gold Swirl Nail Designs

Green Neon and Gold Design
Green Neon and Gold Design

Matuszewsk.a

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

Smokey Gradient Matte Nails
Smokey Gradient Matte Nails

Novikova.nailstudio

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

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

Desert-inspired Nails with Hearts and Roses | Valentine Nails - NB2798
Desert-inspired Nails with Hearts and Roses | Valentine Nails - NB2798

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

Green Swirl Nails

Chrome and Neon Combo
Chrome and Neon Combo

_beautbybee

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

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

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

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

Short Matte Swirl Nails
Short Matte Swirl Nails

Nailed.it.by.amber

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

Heart and Swirl Nail Design
Heart and Swirl Nail Design

_beautbybee

Neon Swirl Nails

Neon Pigments Summer Nails
Neon Pigments Summer Nails

Hnnailsbyhoney

Colorful Swirl Nails
Colorful Swirl Nails

Project_paznokcie

Colorful Stiletto Nails
Colorful Stiletto Nails

Gallinaz_nail

Pride Month Rainbow Nails
Pride Month Rainbow Nails

Melificentnailartistry

Neon Swirl Nails
Neon Swirl Nails

Cdanails

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

Black and Neon Nails
Black and Neon Nails

Cdanails

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-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

Orange and Pink Swirl Nails

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

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

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

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

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

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

Orange Swirl Nail

Colorful Stripes on Nails
Colorful Stripes on Nails

Alexandracojan.trainer

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

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

Summer French Nails with Swirls
Summer French Nails with Swirls

_gabrielamanole

Neon Spring Nails
Neon Spring Nails

Cdanails

Stripe Stamping Matte Nails
Stripe Stamping Matte Nails

Mur.nails.ekaterina

3D French Coffin Nails
3D French Coffin Nails

_gabrielamanole

Pastel Swirl Nail Art

Swirl Pastel Nails
Swirl Pastel Nails

Sylwia_nailss

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

Rainbow Unicorn
Rainbow Unicorn

Klamaja

Swirls in Pastels Colors
Swirls in Pastels Colors

Hnnailsbyhoney

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

Rainbow Swirl Nail Art
Rainbow Swirl Nail Art

Nail_sunny

Magic of Rainbow
Magic of Rainbow

Klamaja

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

Pink and Blue Swirl Nails

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

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

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

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

Pink and Purple Swirl Nails

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

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

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 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

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

Hnnailsbyhoney

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

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

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

Hnnailsbyhoney

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

Swirl Design Stiletto Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4530
Swirl Design Stiletto Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4530

Orange and Pink Nails Swirl Design | Swirl Nails - NB4568
Orange and Pink Nails Swirl Design | Swirl Nails - NB4568

Purple Swirl Nails

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

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

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

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

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

Purple Galaxy
Purple Galaxy

_beautbybee

Holographic Pastel Neon Unicorn Nails
Holographic Pastel Neon Unicorn Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Water Sticker Flowers
Water Sticker Flowers

Pauletta.nails

Red and White Swirl Nails

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

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

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

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

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

Christmas Gifts
Christmas Gifts

Hnnailsbyhoney

Red Swirl Nails

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

Christmas Gifts
Christmas Gifts

Hnnailsbyhoney

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

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

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

Hnnailsbyhoney

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

Textured Heart Nails
Textured Heart Nails

_beautbybee

Silver Swirl Nails

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

Gradient Floral Stamping
Gradient Floral Stamping

Blondivika_nsk

Stylish Square Nails Line Art | Classy Birthday Nails - NB6167
Stylish Square Nails Line Art | Classy Birthday Nails - NB6167

Blueberry Color Nails with Bubbles
Blueberry Color Nails with Bubbles

_beautbybee

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

Matuszewsk.a

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

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

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

Simple Swirl Nail Art

Chocolate Swirlies
Chocolate Swirlies

Minea.nails

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

Ballerina-shaped Heart Nails
Ballerina-shaped Heart Nails

Pauletta.nails

Simple Swirl Nails
Simple Swirl Nails

Fasia.nails

Colorful Swirl Nails
Colorful Swirl Nails

Project_paznokcie

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

Swirl Eggshell Nail Art
Swirl Eggshell Nail Art

Nails_by_evelyn9

Square Swirl Nails

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

Jelly Candy Nails
Jelly Candy Nails

Hnnailsbyhoney

Water Splatter Art
Water Splatter Art

Blondivika_nsk

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

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

Mari_mari_nailart

Chrome DNA Swirls Nail Design
Chrome DNA Swirls Nail Design

Korelviktoria

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

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

Summer Swirl Nail Designs

Chrome and Neon Combo
Chrome and Neon Combo

_beautbybee

Jelly Candy Nails
Jelly Candy Nails

Hnnailsbyhoney

Neon Pigments Summer Nails
Neon Pigments Summer Nails

Hnnailsbyhoney

Textured Orange Nails
Textured Orange Nails

Molnar.mariann

Black and Neon Nails
Black and Neon Nails

Cdanails

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

Magic of Rainbow
Magic of Rainbow

Klamaja

Holographic Pastel Neon Unicorn Nails
Holographic Pastel Neon Unicorn Nails

Blondivika_nsk

White and Gold Swirl Nails

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

Novikova.nailstudio

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

Ego_alinkha

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

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

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

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

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 and Silver Swirl Nails

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

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

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

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

Swirls Pattern Brown Nails Design | Chrome Nails - NB5322
Swirls Pattern Brown Nails Design | Chrome Nails - NB5322

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

Black Nails with White Spiral Pattern | Swirl Nails - NB4525
Black Nails with White Spiral Pattern | Swirl Nails - NB4525

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

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

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

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

Swirl Nails Design with 3D Hibiscus Flowers | Flower Nails - NB3908
Swirl Nails Design with 3D Hibiscus Flowers | Flower Nails - NB3908

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

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

French Swirl Design Nails | French Manicure - NB3344
French Swirl Design Nails | French Manicure - NB3344

Ocean Nail Art with Green Swirls | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3286
Ocean Nail Art with Green Swirls | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3286

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

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

Line Art Swirl Nails with Portrait Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB2447
Line Art Swirl Nails with Portrait Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB2447

Rainbow Nails Swirl and Glitter Design | Pride | LGBTQIA2S+ Nails - NB2391
Rainbow Nails Swirl and Glitter Design | Pride | LGBTQIA2S+ Nails - NB2391

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

Russian Almond 3D French Nails with Swirls
Russian Almond 3D French Nails with Swirls

_gabrielamanole

Summer French Nails with Swirls
Summer French Nails with Swirls

_gabrielamanole

Mismatched Colorful Swirls
Mismatched Colorful Swirls

Novikova.nailstudio

Snowflakes and Glitter Swirls
Snowflakes and Glitter Swirls

Novikova.nailstudio

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

Mari_mari_nailart

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

Mari_mari_nailart

Glossy Nails with Gold Swirls
Glossy Nails with Gold Swirls

Getman.nails

Diagonal French with Swirls
Diagonal French with Swirls

Getman.nails

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

Getman.nails

Green Tea Swirls with Foils
Green Tea Swirls with Foils

Getman.nails

Swirl French Neon Nails
Swirl French Neon Nails

Ego_alinkha

Classy Swirl Nail Designs
Classy Swirl Nail Designs

Ego_alinkha

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

Ego_alinkha

Blue Chrome Nails and Swirls
Blue Chrome Nails and Swirls

Amanda.sudolll

Swirls and Stripes Nail Art
Swirls and Stripes Nail Art

Amanda.sudolll

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

Amanda.sudolll

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

Amanda.sudolll

Short Matte Swirl Nails
Short Matte Swirl Nails

Nailed.it.by.amber

Swirl and Leaf Short Nails
Swirl and Leaf Short Nails

Nailed.it.by.amber

Ombre and Swirl Nail Design
Ombre and Swirl Nail Design

Nailed.it.by.amber

Diagonal Swirl Tips
Diagonal Swirl Tips

Nailed.it.by.amber

Chocolate Swirlies
Chocolate Swirlies

Minea.nails

Matte Floral Nails and Swirls
Matte Floral Nails and Swirls

Matuszewsk.a

Ballerina Nails with Gold Swirls
Ballerina Nails with Gold Swirls

Matuszewsk.a

Swirls and Hearts
Swirls and Hearts

Matuszewsk.a

Chrome DNA Swirls Nail Design
Chrome DNA Swirls Nail Design

Korelviktoria

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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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