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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

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

Colorful Swirl Nails
Colorful Swirl Nails

Project_paznokcie

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

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

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

Glitter Thin Lines
Glitter Thin Lines

Blondivika_nsk

Neon Abstract Nails
Neon Abstract Nails

Cdanails

Short Swirl Nails

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

Mari_mari_nailart

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

Bright Colors Squiggly Nails
Bright Colors Squiggly Nails

Belyyhome

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

Classy Swirl Nail Designs
Classy Swirl Nail Designs

Ego_alinkha

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

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

Subtle Dots and Swirls Design for Mocha Mousse Nails | Color of the Year 2025 - NB7045
Subtle Dots and Swirls Design for Mocha Mousse Nails | Color of the Year 2025 - NB7045

White Swirl Nails

French Swirl Nails
French Swirl Nails

Blondivika_nsk

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

Hnnailsbyhoney

Brown and White Swirl Tips
Brown and White Swirl Tips

_beautbybee

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

Gradient Effect Patterns
Gradient Effect Patterns

Nailartbychlo

Monochrome Wave
Monochrome Wave

_beautbybee

Squiggly Design for Short Nails
Squiggly Design for Short Nails

Olga_soloveva._

Smiley Face Trippy Nails
Smiley Face Trippy Nails

_beautbybee

Pink Swirl Nails

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

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

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

_gabrielamanole

Pink and Black Zebra Nails
Pink and Black Zebra Nails

_beautbybee

Sweet Pink Easter Nails
Sweet Pink Easter Nails

Pauletta.nails

Neon Spring Nails
Neon Spring Nails

Cdanails

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

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

Blue Swirl Nails

Glossy Color-Blocking Nails with Ocean Waves Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3281
Glossy Color-Blocking Nails with Ocean Waves Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3281

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

Irina_rain

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

Swirl Accent Nail on Toes
Swirl Accent Nail on Toes

Nail_sunny

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

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

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

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

Abstract Swirl Nails

Bright Color Abstract Nails
Bright Color Abstract Nails

Project_paznokcie

Stripe Stamping Matte Nails
Stripe Stamping Matte Nails

Mur.nails.ekaterina

Abstract Negative Space Fall Design
Abstract Negative Space Fall Design

Ego_alinkha

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

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

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

Abstract Watercolor Nails with Shimmer Cuffs | Abstract Nails - NB5497
Abstract Watercolor Nails with Shimmer Cuffs | Abstract Nails - NB5497

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

Almond Swirl Nails

Gold Swirl Nails
Gold Swirl Nails

Korelviktoria

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

Romantic Chrome Nail Design
Romantic Chrome Nail Design

Korelviktoria

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

Matuszewsk.a

Matte Swirl Accent Nails
Matte Swirl Accent Nails

Irina_rain

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

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

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

Autumn Swirl Nails

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

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

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

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

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

Brown Swirl Marble
Brown Swirl Marble

_beautbybee

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

Black and White Swirl Nails

Black Swirl Nails

Swirl French Neon Nails
Swirl French Neon Nails

Ego_alinkha

Space Travel Nails
Space Travel Nails

Klamaja

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

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

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

Blue and White Swirl Nails

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Brown Swirl Nails

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

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

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

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

Abstract Negative Space Fall Design
Abstract Negative Space Fall Design

Ego_alinkha

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

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

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

Christmas Swirl Nails

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

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

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

Winter Textured Nails
Winter Textured Nails

Blondivika_nsk

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

Confetti Gel Nails
Confetti Gel Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Chrome Swirl Nails

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

Blue Chrome Nails and Swirls
Blue Chrome Nails and Swirls

Amanda.sudolll

Winter Textured Nails
Winter Textured 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

Blueberry Color Nails with Bubbles
Blueberry Color Nails with Bubbles

_beautbybee

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

Chrome and Neon Combo
Chrome and Neon Combo

_beautbybee

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

Colorful Swirl Nails

Neon Swirl Nails
Neon Swirl Nails

Cdanails

Colorful Trippy Nails
Colorful Trippy Nails

Hnnailsbyhoney

Festival Colorful Nails
Festival Colorful Nails

Nna_naomynailart_official

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

Colorful Spots With Negative Space
Colorful Spots With Negative Space

Nailartbychlo

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

French Swirl Nail Designs

Gradient Effect Patterns
Gradient Effect Patterns

Nailartbychlo

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

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

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

Sliver Glitter Swirl Nail Designs
Sliver Glitter Swirl Nail Designs

Pauletta.nails

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

Sliver Glitter Swirl Nail Designs
Sliver Glitter Swirl Nail Designs

Pauletta.nails

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

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

Neon Pigments Summer Nails
Neon Pigments Summer Nails

Hnnailsbyhoney

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

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

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

Gold Swirl Nail Designs

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

Mari_mari_nailart

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

Ego_alinkha

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

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

Novikova.nailstudio

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

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

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

Matuszewsk.a

Green Neon and Gold Design
Green Neon and Gold Design

Matuszewsk.a

Green Swirl Nails

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

Green Swirl Gel Nails
Green Swirl Gel Nails

Beauty_nail_kostroma

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

Neon Green Buttercup Powerpuff girl
Neon Green Buttercup Powerpuff girl

Hnnailsbyhoney

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

Swirl and Leaf Short Nails
Swirl and Leaf Short Nails

Nailed.it.by.amber

Summer Neon Gel Nails
Summer Neon Gel Nails

_beautbybee

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

Neon Swirl Nails

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

Neon Pigments Summer Nails
Neon Pigments Summer Nails

Hnnailsbyhoney

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

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

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

Nude Swirl Nails

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

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

Orange and Pink Swirl Nails

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

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

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

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

Orange Swirl Nail

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

White and Orange Patterns
White and Orange Patterns

Nailed.it.by.amber

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

3D French Coffin Nails
3D French Coffin Nails

_gabrielamanole

Bright Color Abstract Nails
Bright Color Abstract Nails

Project_paznokcie

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

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

Pastel Swirl Nail Art

Rainbow Swirl Nail Art
Rainbow Swirl Nail Art

Nail_sunny

Rainbow Unicorn
Rainbow Unicorn

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

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

Cdanails

Swirls in Pastels Colors
Swirls in Pastels Colors

Hnnailsbyhoney

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

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

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

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

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

Pink and Purple Swirl Nails

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

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

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

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

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

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

Gradient Effect Patterns
Gradient Effect Patterns

Nailartbychlo

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

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

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

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

Hnnailsbyhoney

Purple Swirl Nails

Holographic Pastel Neon Unicorn Nails
Holographic Pastel Neon Unicorn Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Water Sticker Flowers
Water Sticker Flowers

Pauletta.nails

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

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

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

Gradient Floral Stamping
Gradient Floral Stamping

Blondivika_nsk

Rainbow Unicorn
Rainbow Unicorn

Klamaja

Red and White Swirl Nails

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

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

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

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 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

Red Swirl Nails

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

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

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

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

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

Silver Swirl Nails

Pink and Gray Valentine Nails
Pink and Gray Valentine Nails

Pauletta.nails

Color Splash Chrome Nails
Color Splash Chrome 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

Rhinestone Swirls Design for Mocha Mousse Nails | Color of the Year 2025 - NB7049
Rhinestone Swirls Design for Mocha Mousse Nails | Color of the Year 2025 - NB7049

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

Matuszewsk.a

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

Amanda.sudolll

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

Diagonal French with Swirls
Diagonal French with Swirls

Getman.nails

Simple Swirl Nail Art

Bright Swirls
Bright Swirls

Belyyhome

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

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

Green Textured Nails
Green Textured Nails

Alexandracojan.trainer

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

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

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

Square Swirl Nails

Swirl Accent Nail on Toes
Swirl Accent Nail on Toes

Nail_sunny

Jelly Pink Spring Nails
Jelly Pink Spring Nails

Hnnailsbyhoney

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

Diagonal French with Swirls
Diagonal French with Swirls

Getman.nails

Red Ombre Nails with Delicate Swirls | Red Ombre Nails - NB6529
Red Ombre Nails with Delicate Swirls | Red Ombre Nails - NB6529

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

Mari_mari_nailart

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

Purple Galaxy
Purple Galaxy

_beautbybee

Summer Swirl Nail Designs

Colorful Stripes on Nails
Colorful Stripes on Nails

Alexandracojan.trainer

Colorful Stiletto Nails
Colorful Stiletto Nails

Gallinaz_nail

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

Bright Color Abstract Nails
Bright Color Abstract Nails

Project_paznokcie

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

Irina_rain

Neon Abstract Nails
Neon Abstract Nails

Cdanails

Colorful Swirl Nails
Colorful Swirl Nails

Project_paznokcie

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

White and Gold Swirl Nails

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

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

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

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

Ego_alinkha

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

Mari_mari_nailart

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

Mari_mari_nailart

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Glossy Color-Blocking Nails with Ocean Waves Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3281
Glossy Color-Blocking Nails with Ocean Waves Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3281

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Black and White Nails with Ocean Pattern | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3270
Black and White Nails with Ocean Pattern | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3270

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

Ocean Accent Nails Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3268
Ocean Accent Nails Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3268

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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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