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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

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

Neutral Nails with Swirls | Neutral Winter Nails - NB6642
Neutral Nails with Swirls | Neutral Winter Nails - NB6642

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

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

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

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

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

Short Swirl Nails

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

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

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

Bright Colors Squiggly Nails
Bright Colors Squiggly Nails

Belyyhome

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

Irina_rain

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

Ego_alinkha

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

Mari_mari_nailart

White Swirl Nails

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

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

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

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

Panda Theme X-long Russian Almond Nails | Panda Nails- NB7571
Panda Theme X-long Russian Almond Nails | Panda Nails- NB7571

Monochrome Wave
Monochrome Wave

_beautbybee

Squiggly Design for Short Nails
Squiggly Design for Short Nails

Olga_soloveva._

Mismatched Nails with Puzzle Pattern
Mismatched Nails with Puzzle Pattern

Getman.nails

Pink Swirl Nails

Hand Painted the Powerpuff Girls
Hand Painted the Powerpuff Girls

Hnnailsbyhoney

Pink and Black Zebra Nails
Pink and Black Zebra Nails

_beautbybee

White and Pink Marble Swirl Nail Art | Swirl Nails - NB4533
White and Pink Marble Swirl Nail Art | Swirl Nails - NB4533

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

_gabrielamanole

Neon Spring Nails
Neon Spring Nails

Cdanails

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

Hnnailsbyhoney

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

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

Blue Swirl Nails

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Abstract Swirl Nails

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

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

Chocolate Swirlies
Chocolate Swirlies

Minea.nails

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

Short Matte Swirl Nails
Short Matte Swirl Nails

Nailed.it.by.amber

Abstract Swirls for Mocha Mousse Nails | Color of the Year 2025 - NB6904
Abstract Swirls for Mocha Mousse Nails | Color of the Year 2025 - NB6904

Abstract Negative Space Fall Design
Abstract Negative Space Fall Design

Ego_alinkha

Almond Swirl Nails

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

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

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

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

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

Rainbow Unicorn
Rainbow Unicorn

Klamaja

Summer Multicolor Swirls
Summer Multicolor Swirls

Cdanails

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

Autumn Swirl Nails

Brown and White Swirl Tips
Brown and White Swirl Tips

_beautbybee

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

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

Autumn Swirl Nails
Autumn Swirl Nails

Klamaja

Brown Swirl Marble
Brown Swirl Marble

_beautbybee

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

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

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

Black and White Swirl Nails

Abstract Graffiti Nail Art
Abstract Graffiti Nail Art

Dashenkanails

White and Black Nails with Leopard Print and Spots Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2590
White and Black Nails with Leopard Print and Spots Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2590

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

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

Black Swirl Nails

Pastel Neon Star Nails
Pastel Neon Star Nails

Blondivika_nsk

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

Swirl Design for Long Matte Nails | Classy Birthday Nails - NB6175
Swirl Design for Long Matte Nails | Classy Birthday Nails - NB6175

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

Mur.nails.ekaterina

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

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

Blue and White Swirl Nails

Heart Theme Stiletto Nails
Heart Theme Stiletto Nails

_gabrielamanole

Blue Ombre Sparkle Nails
Blue Ombre Sparkle Nails

Sylwia_nailss

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

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

Butterfly Matte Blue Nails
Butterfly Matte Blue Nails

Mari_mari_nailart

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

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

Brown Swirl Nails

Chocolate Swirlies
Chocolate Swirlies

Minea.nails

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

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

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

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

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

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

Glossy Swirl Mocha Mousse Nails | Color of the Year 2025 - NB7046
Glossy Swirl Mocha Mousse Nails | Color of the Year 2025 - NB7046

Christmas Swirl Nails

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

Winter Textured Nails
Winter Textured 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

Snowflakes on Ombre
Snowflakes on Ombre

Blondivika_nsk

Olaf Textured Blue Nails
Olaf Textured Blue Nails

Fasia.nails

Santa Claus Coca Cola Nails
Santa Claus Coca Cola Nails

Nna_naomynailart_official

Christmas Confetti
Christmas Confetti

Blondivika_nsk

Christmas Gifts
Christmas Gifts

Hnnailsbyhoney

Chrome Swirl Nails

Gradient Floral Stamping
Gradient Floral Stamping

Blondivika_nsk

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

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

Getman.nails

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

Blueberry Color Nails with Bubbles
Blueberry Color Nails with Bubbles

_beautbybee

Gold Swirl Nails
Gold Swirl Nails

Korelviktoria

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

Romantic Chrome Nail Design
Romantic Chrome Nail Design

Korelviktoria

Colorful Swirl Nails

Pride Month Rainbow Nails
Pride Month Rainbow Nails

Melificentnailartistry

Bright Pastel French Tips
Bright Pastel French Tips

Cdanails

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

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

Cdanails

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

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

Jelly Candy Nails
Jelly Candy Nails

Hnnailsbyhoney

Swirl Pastel Nails
Swirl Pastel Nails

Sylwia_nailss

Cute Swirl Nail Designs

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

French Swirl Nail Designs

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

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

Swirl French Neon Nails
Swirl French Neon Nails

Ego_alinkha

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

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

_gabrielamanole

Colorful Spots With Negative Space
Colorful Spots With Negative Space

Nailartbychlo

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

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

Glitter Swirl Nails

Colorful Swirls and Glitter
Colorful Swirls and Glitter

Nailartbychlo

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

Sliver Glitter Swirl Nail Designs
Sliver Glitter Swirl Nail Designs

Pauletta.nails

Ombre Gold Star
Ombre Gold Star

Blondivika_nsk

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

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

Matuszewsk.a

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

Snowflakes and Glitter Swirls
Snowflakes and Glitter Swirls

Novikova.nailstudio

Gold Swirl Nail Designs

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

Gold Swirl Nails
Gold Swirl Nails

Korelviktoria

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

Novikova.nailstudio

Chrome Stripe Design
Chrome Stripe Design

Blondivika_nsk

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

Short Matte Swirl Nails
Short Matte Swirl Nails

Nailed.it.by.amber

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

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

Green Swirl Nails

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

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

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

Amanda.sudolll

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

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

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

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

Summer Neon Gel Nails
Summer Neon Gel Nails

_beautbybee

Neon Swirl Nails

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

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

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

Neon Abstract Nails
Neon Abstract Nails

Cdanails

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

Colorful Swirl Nails
Colorful Swirl Nails

Project_paznokcie

Neon Pigments Summer Nails
Neon Pigments Summer Nails

Hnnailsbyhoney

Nude Swirl Nails

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

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

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

Orange and Pink Swirl Nails

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Orange Swirl Nail

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

Summer Neon Gel Nails
Summer Neon Gel Nails

_beautbybee

Stripe Stamping Matte Nails
Stripe Stamping Matte Nails

Mur.nails.ekaterina

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

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

Neon Spring Nails
Neon Spring Nails

Cdanails

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

Textured Orange Nails
Textured Orange Nails

Molnar.mariann

Pastel Swirl Nail Art

Magic of Rainbow
Magic of Rainbow

Klamaja

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

Pastel Neon Star Nails
Pastel Neon Star Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Holographic Pastel Neon Unicorn Nails
Holographic Pastel Neon Unicorn Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Swirl and Leaf Short Nails
Swirl and Leaf Short Nails

Nailed.it.by.amber

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

Rainbow Swirl Nail Art
Rainbow Swirl Nail Art

Nail_sunny

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Mismatched Nails with Puzzle Pattern
Mismatched Nails with Puzzle Pattern

Getman.nails

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

Purple Swirl Nails

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

Project_paznokcie

Purple Galaxy
Purple Galaxy

_beautbybee

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

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

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

Ballerina-shaped Heart Nails
Ballerina-shaped Heart Nails

Pauletta.nails

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

Red and White Swirl Nails

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

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

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

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

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

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

Santa Claus Coca Cola Nails
Santa Claus Coca Cola Nails

Nna_naomynailart_official

Red Swirl Nails

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Silver Swirl Nails

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

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

Matuszewsk.a

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

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

Glitter Ombre Nails with Butterflies
Glitter Ombre Nails with Butterflies

Mari_mari_nailart

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

Chrome Stripe Design
Chrome Stripe Design

Blondivika_nsk

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

Simple Swirl Nail Art

Swirl Eggshell Nail Art
Swirl Eggshell Nail Art

Nails_by_evelyn9

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

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

Mari_mari_nailart

Sliver Glitter Swirl Nail Designs
Sliver Glitter Swirl Nail Designs

Pauletta.nails

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

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

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

Project_paznokcie

Square Swirl Nails

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

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

Swirl Design for Pastel Neon and Gold Nails | Birthday Pastel Neon Nails - NB6072
Swirl Design for Pastel Neon and Gold Nails | Birthday Pastel Neon Nails - NB6072

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

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

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

Smokey Gradient Matte Nails
Smokey Gradient Matte Nails

Novikova.nailstudio

Swirl Accent Nail on Toes
Swirl Accent Nail on Toes

Nail_sunny

Summer Swirl Nail Designs

Blueberry Color Nails with Bubbles
Blueberry Color Nails with Bubbles

_beautbybee

Summer French Nails with Swirls
Summer French Nails with Swirls

_gabrielamanole

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

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

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

Irina_rain

Colorful Spots With Negative Space
Colorful Spots With Negative Space

Nailartbychlo

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

Black and Neon Nails
Black and Neon Nails

Cdanails

White and Gold Swirl Nails

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

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

Ego_alinkha

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

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

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

Mari_mari_nailart

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

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

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

Novikova.nailstudio

White and Silver Swirl Nails

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

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

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

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

Nail Design and Art / Swirl Nails
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

Pink and Black Zebra Nails
Pink and Black Zebra Nails

_beautbybee

Textured Orange Nails
Textured Orange Nails

Molnar.mariann

Mosaic-effect Gothic Nails
Mosaic-effect Gothic Nails

Molnar.mariann

Abstract Graffiti Nail Art
Abstract Graffiti Nail Art

Dashenkanails

Squiggly Design for Short Nails
Squiggly Design for Short Nails

Olga_soloveva._

Spring Purple Teddy Bear
Spring Purple Teddy Bear

Klamaja

Space Travel Nails
Space Travel Nails

Klamaja

Magic of Rainbow
Magic of Rainbow

Klamaja

Rainbow Unicorn
Rainbow Unicorn

Klamaja

Blue Ombre Sparkle Nails
Blue Ombre Sparkle Nails

Sylwia_nailss

Colorful Stiletto Nails
Colorful Stiletto Nails

Gallinaz_nail

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

Project_paznokcie

Bright Color Abstract Nails
Bright Color Abstract Nails

Project_paznokcie

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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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