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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

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

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

Golden Glitter Swirls for Birthday Nails | Birthday Golden Nails - NB6064
Golden Glitter Swirls for Birthday Nails | Birthday Golden Nails - NB6064

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

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

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

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

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

Short Swirl Nails

Short Matte Swirl Nails
Short Matte Swirl Nails

Nailed.it.by.amber

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

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

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

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

Ego_alinkha

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

French Swirl Nails
French Swirl Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Ombre Gold Star
Ombre Gold Star

Blondivika_nsk

Butterfly Matte Blue Nails
Butterfly Matte Blue Nails

Mari_mari_nailart

Squiggly Design for Short Nails
Squiggly Design for Short Nails

Olga_soloveva._

Pink Swirl Nails

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

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

Pink Swirl Nails with Crystal Design | Valentine's Heart Nails - NB7178
Pink Swirl Nails with Crystal Design | Valentine's Heart Nails - NB7178

Bright Colors Squiggly Nails
Bright Colors Squiggly Nails

Belyyhome

Coffin Nails for Summer
Coffin Nails for Summer

_gabrielamanole

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

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

Blue Swirl Nails

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Abstract Swirl Nails

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

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

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

Eggshell Nails with Abstract Design
Eggshell Nails with Abstract Design

Project_paznokcie

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

Getman.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

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

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

Glitter Thin Lines
Glitter Thin Lines

Blondivika_nsk

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

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

Eggshell Nails with Abstract Design
Eggshell Nails with Abstract Design

Project_paznokcie

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

Blue Abstract Nails with Foil
Blue Abstract Nails with Foil

Beauty_nail_kostroma

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

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

Autumn Swirl Nails

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

Confetti Gel Nails
Confetti Gel Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Brown Swirl Marble
Brown Swirl Marble

_beautbybee

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

Brown and White Swirl Tips
Brown and White Swirl Tips

_beautbybee

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

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

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

Black and White Swirl Nails

Black Swirl Nails

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

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

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

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

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

Blue and White Swirl Nails

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

Olaf Textured Blue Nails
Olaf Textured Blue Nails

Fasia.nails

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

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

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

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

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

Brown Swirl Nails

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

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

3D French Coffin Nails
3D French Coffin Nails

_gabrielamanole

Brown and White Swirl Tips
Brown and White Swirl Tips

_beautbybee

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

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

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

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

Christmas Swirl Nails

Winter Textured Nails
Winter Textured Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Holographic Pastel Neon Unicorn Nails
Holographic Pastel Neon Unicorn Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Christmas Gifts
Christmas Gifts

Hnnailsbyhoney

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

Water Splatter Art
Water Splatter Art

Blondivika_nsk

Olaf Textured Blue Nails
Olaf Textured Blue Nails

Fasia.nails

Confetti Gel Nails
Confetti Gel Nails

Blondivika_nsk

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

Chrome Swirl Nails

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

Chrome Stripe Design
Chrome Stripe Design

Blondivika_nsk

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

Blueberry Color Nails with Bubbles
Blueberry Color Nails with Bubbles

_beautbybee

Gold Swirl Nails
Gold Swirl Nails

Korelviktoria

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

Chrome and Neon Combo
Chrome and Neon Combo

_beautbybee

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

Colorful Swirl Nails

Colorful Swirl Nails
Colorful Swirl Nails

Project_paznokcie

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

Cdanails

Swirls in Pastels Colors
Swirls in Pastels Colors

Hnnailsbyhoney

Summer Multicolor Swirls
Summer Multicolor Swirls

Cdanails

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

Colorful Stiletto Nails
Colorful Stiletto Nails

Gallinaz_nail

Bright Pastel French Tips
Bright Pastel French Tips

Cdanails

Black and Neon Nails
Black and Neon Nails

Cdanails

Cute Swirl Nail Designs

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

French Swirl Nail Designs

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

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

Melificentnailartistry

Colorful Spots With Negative Space
Colorful Spots With Negative Space

Nailartbychlo

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

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

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

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

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

Cdanails

Glitter Swirl Nails

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

Snowflakes and Glitter Swirls
Snowflakes and Glitter Swirls

Novikova.nailstudio

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

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

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

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

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

Gold Swirl Nail Designs

Ombre Gold Star
Ombre Gold Star

Blondivika_nsk

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

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

Ego_alinkha

Gold Marble Lines for White Nail Design | Short Marble Nails- NB8319
Gold Marble Lines for White Nail Design | Short Marble Nails- NB8319

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

Mari_mari_nailart

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

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

Matte Floral Nails and Swirls
Matte Floral Nails and Swirls

Matuszewsk.a

Green Swirl Nails

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

Coffin Nails for Summer
Coffin Nails for Summer

_gabrielamanole

Elegant Black and White Nails with a Colorful Abstract Design | Abstract Nails - NB5502
Elegant Black and White Nails with a Colorful Abstract Design | Abstract Nails - NB5502

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

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

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

Matuszewsk.a

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

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

Neon Swirl Nails

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

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

Neon Swirl Nails
Neon Swirl Nails

Cdanails

Black and Neon Nails
Black and Neon Nails

Cdanails

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

Neon Abstract Nails
Neon Abstract Nails

Cdanails

Pride Month Rainbow Nails
Pride Month Rainbow Nails

Melificentnailartistry

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

Nude Swirl Nails

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

Happy Chipmunk and Flowers
Happy Chipmunk and Flowers

Hnnailsbyhoney

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

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

Orange and Pink Swirl Nails

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

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

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

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

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

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 Swirl Nail

Summer French Nails with Swirls
Summer French Nails with Swirls

_gabrielamanole

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

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

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

Bright Color Abstract Nails
Bright Color Abstract Nails

Project_paznokcie

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

White and Orange Patterns
White and Orange Patterns

Nailed.it.by.amber

Pastel Swirl Nail Art

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

Cdanails

Swirls in Pastels Colors
Swirls in Pastels Colors

Hnnailsbyhoney

Rainbow Swirl Nail Art
Rainbow Swirl Nail Art

Nail_sunny

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

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

Swirl Pastel Nails
Swirl Pastel Nails

Sylwia_nailss

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Matte Floral Nails and Swirls
Matte Floral Nails and Swirls

Matuszewsk.a

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

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

Ballerina-shaped Heart Nails
Ballerina-shaped Heart Nails

Pauletta.nails

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

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

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

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

Pink and White Swirl Nails

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

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

Hnnailsbyhoney

Pink Swirl Nails with Crystal Design | Valentine's Heart Nails - NB7178
Pink Swirl Nails with Crystal Design | Valentine's Heart Nails - NB7178

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

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

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

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

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

Purple Swirl Nails

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

Swirls and Hearts
Swirls and Hearts

Matuszewsk.a

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

Holographic Pastel Neon Unicorn Nails
Holographic Pastel Neon Unicorn Nails

Blondivika_nsk

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

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

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

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

Red and White Swirl Nails

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

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

Santa Claus Coca Cola Nails
Santa Claus Coca Cola Nails

Nna_naomynailart_official

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

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

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

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

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

Red Swirl Nails

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

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

Textured Heart Nails
Textured Heart Nails

_beautbybee

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

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

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

Silver Swirl Nails

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

Pink and Gray Valentine Nails
Pink and Gray Valentine Nails

Pauletta.nails

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

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

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

Diagonal French with Swirls
Diagonal French with Swirls

Getman.nails

Baby Boomer Silver Stamping
Baby Boomer Silver Stamping

Blondivika_nsk

Simple Swirl Nail Art

Colorful Spots With Negative Space
Colorful Spots With Negative Space

Nailartbychlo

Swirls Nail Art
Swirls Nail Art

Alexandracojan.trainer

Diagonal Swirl Tips
Diagonal Swirl Tips

Nailed.it.by.amber

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

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

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

Square Swirl Nails

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

Mari_mari_nailart

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

Shattered Glass Purple Nails Design
Shattered Glass Purple Nails Design

Mari_mari_nailart

French Swirl Nails
French Swirl Nails

Blondivika_nsk

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

Blue Swirl Marble Nails
Blue Swirl Marble Nails

_beautbybee

Bright Colors Squiggly Nails
Bright Colors Squiggly Nails

Belyyhome

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

Amanda.sudolll

Summer Swirl Nail Designs

Neon Pigments Summer Nails
Neon Pigments Summer Nails

Hnnailsbyhoney

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

Irina_rain

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

Summer Gradient Swirls
Summer Gradient Swirls

_beautbybee

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

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

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

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

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

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

Mari_mari_nailart

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

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

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

Mari_mari_nailart

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

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

White and Silver Swirl Nails

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

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

Diagonal French with Swirls
Diagonal French with Swirls

Getman.nails

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

Heart Theme Stiletto Nails
Heart Theme Stiletto Nails

_gabrielamanole

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

_gabrielamanole

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

_gabrielamanole

Smokey Gradient Matte Nails
Smokey Gradient Matte Nails

Novikova.nailstudio

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

Novikova.nailstudio

Glitter Ombre Nails with Butterflies
Glitter Ombre Nails with Butterflies

Mari_mari_nailart

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

Mari_mari_nailart

Butterfly Matte Blue Nails
Butterfly Matte Blue Nails

Mari_mari_nailart

Shattered Glass Purple Nails Design
Shattered Glass Purple Nails Design

Mari_mari_nailart

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

Mismatched Nails with Puzzle Pattern
Mismatched Nails with Puzzle Pattern

Getman.nails

Festival Colorful Nails
Festival Colorful Nails

Nna_naomynailart_official

Santa Claus Coca Cola Nails
Santa Claus Coca Cola Nails

Nna_naomynailart_official

Abstract Negative Space Fall Design
Abstract Negative Space Fall Design

Ego_alinkha

White and Orange Patterns
White and Orange Patterns

Nailed.it.by.amber

Bright Color Mismatched Nails
Bright Color Mismatched Nails

Nailed.it.by.amber

Patterns on French Nails
Patterns on French Nails

Nailed.it.by.amber

Green Neon and Gold Design
Green Neon and Gold Design

Matuszewsk.a

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

Matuszewsk.a

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

Matuszewsk.a

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

Matuszewsk.a

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

Matuszewsk.a

Romantic Chrome Nail Design
Romantic Chrome Nail Design

Korelviktoria

Rainbow Neon Nails
Rainbow Neon Nails

Cdanails

Neon Spring Nails
Neon Spring Nails

Cdanails

Bright Pastel French Tips
Bright Pastel French Tips

Cdanails

Neon Abstract Nails
Neon Abstract Nails

Cdanails

Black and Neon Nails
Black and Neon Nails

Cdanails

Bright Colors Squiggly Nails
Bright Colors Squiggly Nails

Belyyhome

Mismatched Pink Nails
Mismatched Pink Nails

Belyyhome

Blue Abstract Nails with Foil
Blue Abstract Nails with Foil

Beauty_nail_kostroma

Stripe Stamping Matte Nails
Stripe Stamping Matte Nails

Mur.nails.ekaterina

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

Mur.nails.ekaterina

Egg with Bunny Ears
Egg with Bunny Ears

Paulina_migdalek

Mismatched Long Neon Nails
Mismatched Long Neon Nails

Lucy_smirnova_nails

Pride Month Rainbow Nails
Pride Month Rainbow Nails

Melificentnailartistry

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

Melificentnailartistry

Smiley Face Trippy Nails
Smiley Face Trippy Nails

_beautbybee

Blueberry Color Nails with Bubbles
Blueberry Color Nails with Bubbles

_beautbybee

Summer Neon Gel Nails
Summer Neon Gel Nails

_beautbybee

Textured Heart Nails
Textured Heart Nails

_beautbybee

Monochrome Wave
Monochrome Wave

_beautbybee

Chrome and Neon Combo
Chrome and Neon Combo

_beautbybee

Purple Galaxy
Purple Galaxy

_beautbybee

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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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