Less is more with these subtle statement nails.
These simple nail designs are perfect for anyone who wants a low-key chic mani that still makes a statement.
Autumnal Matte and Shine French Manicure
For a very subtle (and unique!)
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(We love it in this rich brown, perfect for the cooler months.)
A touch gold leaf on the ring finger adds a little extra panache.
Pretty in Pink
Channel a little Barbiepower with these hot pink minimalist nails.
Paint two of your fingernails a pinkish-nude hue, then the remaining fingers a solid hot pink.
Olive Green and Stripes
Play with negative space via thissimple nail design idea.
Start with a creamy nude base on each nail, then sweep asoft olive greendiagonally across each tip.
Finish with alternating horizontal and vertical thinblack stripes on each nail.
Finish with another line to create a negative space French manicure.
Add a few wavy, freeform stripes of sparkly color over a nude nail.
The tiny pieces of gold foiling is optional, but a nice touch.
Pastel Rainbow Gradient
Embrace the pastel rainbow with this colorful gradient manicure.
It looks tricky, but it’s a simple nail design to pull off.
Start with a white nail polish base so the colors pop.
Next, apply four colors in a checkerboard pattern to a makeup sponge.
Dab off excess polish and then press the sponge directly onto your nail several times.
Finish with a sparkly top coat.
Cut shiny gold nail tape into triangles and apply onto the matte nails.
Finish with a super shiny topcoat.
Gold Leaf Manicure
Looking for just a touch of luxe for your nails?
Create different patterns on some of the nails to help mix it up.
