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27 Colourful Nail Designs For Your 'Oh-So Extra' Self

Light hues and subdued nudes? So yesterday. 

05 September, 2020
27 Colourful Nail Designs For Your 'Oh-So Extra' Self

2020 brings with it a wave of colourful goodness, from shocking pink shoes to striking electric eyelids, we've seen it ALL. Until this trend *literally* #nailedit. The eye-catching colours have finally made their way to our fingernails and we're not complaining! In fact, it's difficult to not stop and stare because there's soooo much of everything out there. From those Insta-baddie fiery flames, minimalistic dots, rainbow ombré manicures to studded rhinestones...we just can't get enough! 

Plus, we've kept all you ladies in mind. Whether you're a natural nail gal or a part of team acrylics, we've got something wow-worthy in store for you. So, save yourself the decision time at the nail bar and get ready to inject some vibrance, glam and sparkle into your life!

 

1) Smile For the File 

If you're happy and you know it, get 'em on your nails.  

2) The Meltdown 

If you're trying to keep up with the heat, speed up for this manicure is too hot to handle!  

3) Not Too Much and Not Too Little 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Airbrushing made this happen ? _ Follow @the.nails.beauty Credit @yesicasnails

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A colourful fade? Count us in!  

4) Time to Shine Bright

If you're missing the 2015 #goodvibesonly phase, these sunflower nails know how to bring it back! 

5) 10 of a Kind 

If you're indecisive but yet picky, these nails will do you well! 

6) Cute Beyond Control 

Brb, we're adding these adorable Hangyodon nails to our wish list.

7) Hello From the Yellow Side

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Baby pink with a hint of neon ?? dream combo ??

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Turn the french manicure on its side ( quite literally ) and swap the white straps for a standout hue.

8) To Take Your Blues Away

These slow and steady gradient blue nails definitely win the race!

9) We See You

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

I meannnn????? my favorite so far? #acrylicnails #glitternails #seethroughnails #jellynails #pinknails #nailtech #nycnails

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These see-through nails with a sprinkle of glitter totally have our hearts #lessismore

10) That Neon Number 

There's good and bad in everything, but these nails? Such creative goodness.

11) Little Party ( Nails ) Never Hurt Nobody

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

You know when sometimes you do a set of nails and don’t want to let them go? Yeah that ?? ⠀ ⠀ a comeback set for the beautiful @fay.element ?peep the NailsBab neon glowing in the corner too ? ⠀ Inspired by @fernjewellerydesign using @the_gelbottle_inc Mamasita, Dawn, Purple Margarita, Miami, Bellwort, Sweetpea & Daisy ⠀ ⠀ ⠀ ⠀ #nailsofinstagram #nailart #abstractnails #notd #brum #rainbownails #naildesigns #showscratch #nailinspo #glitternails #birmingham #nailartbrum #nailsbirmingham #nailsalonbirmingham #nailitdaily #gelnailsbirmingham #brightnails #beautybirmingham #bbloggers #birminghamnailart #shortnails #summernails #thegelbottleinc #brum #thecustardfactory #notw #nailitdaily #tgbba2020

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If you're missing the birthday cakes and piñatas, here's a piece of the party for your nails.

12) A Beautiful Base

This is one of our favourites, super duper cute and basic!

13) An Absolute Headturner 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Picasso gone ombré @ellajarrard

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Why go to museums when you can just look at your nails? We're a fan of all that precision and detail!

14) The Butterfly Effect 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Sometimes, you just gotta let the 3 year old in you shine ????. Happy weekend ?

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Two nails; one pattern = perfection!  

15) The Statement Stars

This one's for those bold and experimental peeps out there!

16) Glossy Green

Give the basic French manicure a funky twist and outline it with black to bring about that 'oomph' factor. 

17) All Rainbow Everything

Keep the pride mood rolling all year long with this gorgeous colourful set.

18) Freshness Fever

These tasteful watermelon nails are so cool (quite literally.) 

19) Mad Over Marble 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

That matte tho ??? #Duncansvillenails #nails #rednails #marblenails #mattenails

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Back in the day marble nails were all over the 'gram and they're not back with a pinch of colourful matte.  

20) Let Your Nails Do The Talking 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Just a reminder ladies ?? . . . Book an appointment with us today!

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If that's your style, might as well get them on your nails! 

21) Flamin' Hot 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Neon flames ?? love this color combo @the_gelbottle_inc sweet pea and mimosa! ?

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Fire. Iconic. 

22) Paint The Pop

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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Trying to remember that song you heard on the radio last night? Get them on your nails, now you'll never forget! 

23) The Cow Print (enough said)

Animal prints have been around forever. But a colorful cow print...we're in love!

24) Same to Same 

If you want your tan to pop, a bright pink or coral hue is an ideal choice. Also, don't be shy to match your nails with your sneakers. It's always a #twinwin situation. 

25) We've Spotted It

 If you have an unsteady hand but are all about fancy art, look no further for these tiny dots are simple and stylish. 

26) Everything at Once

We're talking rhinestones, glitter, gloss, length and shapes. Basically everything OTT and fab.

27) It's Lit

We're awe-struck with these mini lightning bolts! 

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