Never underestimate the confidence-boosting power of a nail appointment.
And when it comes to nail art, there’s no look more classic than floral embellishments.
Want to amp up your next manicure with a floral pattern?
Check out these 14 flower designs that you’ll never want to see chip.
Then, press gently in the center of each bead to create a creased 3D petal.
To make the nail art even more special, use rhinestones as the flower center for sparkle.
Simply use a nail dotting tool to create the five joined dots in a circular pattern.
Then, add a contrasting dot in the center where the petals meet.
It’s as simple as that.
Additionally, varying the flower sizes will add some dimension to the nail art, making your design pop.
Creating a crisp French manicure, especially when using acrylic, takes a lot of skill.
So, this design is likely best left to the pros.
To recreate it, start by laying down a clear base coat.
Paint above and below the tape with one or two colors, depending on your mood.
After removing the tape, fill in the non-polished space with flowers using a nail dotting tool.
You’ll likely be able to fit at least one full five-petal flower at the center of your nail.
Then, dot half-flower designs on each side of the flower in focus.
Then, grab a nail dotting tool and create small, precise five-petal flowers bordering the accent nails.
Use two different colors for the flower petals, one being the darker hue painted on your non-accent nails.
see to it to dot the flower centers with cheery yellow polish.
Next, use asmall nail art brushto paint delicate green leaves near the blooms.
(Not to mention, it’s only half the work.)
Extra Cute, Extra Cheery Nails
Not all floral nails need to be heavy on the elegance.
For a cheery and casual nail look, pair simple flowers with rainbows and get a spectacular summery style.
Start with a vibrant base, then use a thin brush to paint a three-stripe rainbow on your nail.
Pro-tip: you’re free to clean up the ends of the rainbow with your base color.
Using the same colors as your rainbow, create four-petal flowers using a nail dotting tool.
Simply make four dots in a circle, adding a white dot to the center.
Seal in the nail art with a good-quality top coat to make the design will look glossy and smooth.
If you are intimidated by this design,nail decalscan also do the trick.
If all else fails, enlist a professional nail artist to make this look a reality.
It’s certainly worth the splurge.
The rest is just maneuvering the provided nail polish brush to get your desired effect.
Everyone will think this mani is totally professional, even though it requires zero special tools.
To start, choose an accent nail or two to feature the florals.
Then, choose two coordinating colors for the blooms.
Don’t forget to add green leaves around the flowers to complete the crown.
First, paint your nails black on one hand and white on the other.
Dot the centers of the flowers with the respective base color for a negative-space center.
And be sure to add some scattered polka dots to help finish off the design.
But this look is entirely worth it and will make your nails the envy of all.
Then, add off-shoots extending from that main stalk, creating simple leaves at the end of each shoot.
The best part of this floral nail art is that it is ridiculously easy to recreate.
Consider it the perfect manicure to work on while watching half-watchingreality TVon a Saturday afternoon.
Just take a look at this gorgeous set created by Instagram user@rebelle.nailco.
To recreate this colorful nail look, first select a bold color for your nail tips.
Then, select at least three additional colors for the floral accent nails.
Coordinate with your French tips by incorporating a few blooms in your chosen tip color.
Then, dot each flower with a contrasting color from your chosen color palette to complete the look.
double-check the pale yellow bloom center is big enough to fit a sweet smiley face.
After all, using a nail dotting tool makes creating the flowers fairly fool-proof.
This mani looks best with light colors, making the black smiley face stand out.
Give the floral nail art different placements on each nail to add an element of interest to the design.
For one nail, extend the art up the nail from the cuticle.
For another, get creative with a design wrapping around your nail tip.
But if you are looking for a weekend project to help channel your artistic energy, look no further.
