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16 Fun Blue Nail Design Ideas That Blew Us Away

From basic to blingy, we have all the blue mani ideas for nails that fit your style, no matter what you wear.

Published March 4, 2024
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From sweet pale blues to deep teal and rich navy, we love how blue nails make us look and feel. Whether they're as moody and deep as the midnight sky or sparkling and sunny like a vacay swimming pool, our blue nail design ideas will help your mani stand out in the crowd. 

Blue Ombre Nails

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Ombre nails are so cute! They take some work to do, but we absolutely love the look. Try them yourself or ask your nail tech to do your blue ombre nails for you. 

Start with a coat of . You'll also need a few more blue nail colors. We love  and . Grab a , and follow the tutorial to make ombre nails.

Dark-Wash Denim

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Looking for cute, easy blue nails that you can slip into like a fave pair of jeans? We adore the dark-wash denim color of  for nails that are as no-fuss as well-worn denim. Finish with either a or a for comfy, cute blue nails that are as casual and relaxed as Sunday mornings. 

Cozy Baby Blue Sweater Nails

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Who says you have to put on a whole sweater to get a cozy look? These adorable baby blue sweater nails are so cute and comfy, perfect for giving a nod to your favorite cozy sweater without having to completely bundle up. 

Start with a baby blue gel nail polish like . Cure the polish with a for about 60 seconds, and apply a . Cure for 60 seconds. Working one nail at a time, use a to dot on the same color polish that you've mixed with some . Before curing, dust each nail with additional clear acrylic powder and cure for another 60 seconds. Finish with a matte top coat. 

Need help? Check out this tutorial.

Sparkling Pool

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From sweater weather to poolside, blue is such a versatile color for nail looks. Give your aqua-blue nails some shimmer and wear it poolside, to the beach, or whenever you feel like taking a vacay in your mind. 

We love  as the perfect shade of swimming pool blue. Add a sunny shimmer with a glitter top coat. We like  or . 

Midnight Glam

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Paint your nails as dark as the midnight sky and add a constellation of stars for a dramatically lovely mani. You can get this elegant look with minimal fuss.

is the perfect night sky shade. And gives you the perfect-sized bits of glitter to create the whole night sky on your nails. 

Pearl Blue

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Getting a pearly-blue finish on your nails couldn't be easier with . We love the subtle shimmer that makes your nails look like jewels. If you're looking for something even lighter blue, try polish with an iridescent top coat like . 

Matte Teal

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We love a teal nail, and adding a matte finish is easy to do but totally makes your mani a standout. Start with . Once you've built up the color to your liking, finish with a  for easy blue nails that make a statement.  

All the Blues Down in Blueville

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No need to confine yourself to a single blue. So if you're like us and have trouble picking which blue nail polish you love the most, go for an entire suite of blues. We love that has six super pretty blue colors, so we don't have to choose. 

Stilettos With Sky-Blue French Tips

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Sometimes you don't need a lot of blue to bring big drama, particularly when you add sky-blue French tips to your stiletto nails. Start with a sheer pink like  as an all-over nail color. Then, add tips in a sky-blue color, like . Protect your polish and help it dry faster using , and you'll be done in no time. 

Shimmering Matte Blue

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Who says matte nails can't have subtle shimmer? Not us! We adore this sophisticated but simple look, and it's so easy to do. Start with a shimmering blue polish like . Finish with a for easy elegance. 

Blue Posies

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Whether you add a single blossom on one finger or opt for a whole bouquet of posies on all 10, this is a super fresh and cute look. Start with a vibrant blue polish like , a soft periwinkle blue like , or a combo of both. Then use to create as many flowers as you want. 

Cheeky Blue Bling Beetle

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How cute is this blue beetle? We love how it adds drama and a bit of whimsy to a stiletto nail. Paint your nails in different shades of blue (we love ). Create your beetle out of  and  for an unforgettable look. 

Luxe Blue & Gold Mani

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This mani looks fancy, but it's actually super easy to do. You'll just need nail polish and gold leaf to create this fun design. Start with your favorite blue nail color(s). Then, while your nails are still tacky, use a toothpick or tweezers to apply bits of to your nails. Use as much or as little as you like, and finish with a top coat to protect your look. 

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Blue Marbled

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Marbled nails are so cute, and they aren't terribly hard to do. Pick any shades of blue you like — like this . Start with a cured base coat, and then use a  to create your marbled design. Finish with a glossy top coat. If you need help, follow the tutorial — the look is totally worth the effort. 

Brilliant Blue Nail Ideas

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From super simple to totally fancy, dress up your nails in the perfect shade of blue. Whether you like soft baby blue or a super dramatic blinged-up indigo, our nail ideas are the perfect place to get mani inspo. 

16 Fun Blue Nail Design Ideas That Blew Us Away