Forget Ombre hair (or don’t, because it’s oh-so pretty), we’re moving on to gradient nails next. Whatever your nail shape, or length, we’ve got you covered with our edit of the best Ombre nail designs.
The colour fade manicure is a super-flattering way to give the illusion of longer nails, thanks to the clever gradient effect. Not to mention it also comes in handy if you’re torn between two different shades of polish, hey, why not wear both? We’ve trawled the internet to bring you a definitive round up of the cutest Ombre nail designs out there. Fancy getting in on the Ombre? From acrylics, to gels, nudes, to neons and coffin, to almond, don’t book your next nail appointment without scrolling through our list of Instagram’s prettiest Ombre nail designs first.
1. Cloudy pink
Torn between brights and neutrals? This is the perfect compromise next time you book your manicure appointment.
2. Glitter fade
Opt for a chunky glitter polish for a change of pace on your regular Ombre glitter.
3. Neon tips
Dip your toe (or fingertips) in the neon nail trend with this fluorescent Ombre design.
4. Lilac tips
Two of the prettiest pastel nail colours in one look. Love.
5. Reverse metallic
Fancy up those cuticles with a touch of shimmer polish
6. Just peachy
One look at these summery colours and you’ll be craving an iced tea.
7. Sprinkle of glitter
We’re obsessed with rose gold nails, and this dreamy ombre design is 100% going on our must-try list.
8. A touch of holo
A switch on the classic French fade, these holographic tips will make you feel equal parts Disney Princess, equal parts cyborg.
9. Subtle blend
Ombre nails don’t always have to be in your face, as this paired back design proves.
10. Sunny D
If a manicure could encapsulate summer, this would be it.
11. Traffic cone orange
If the previous orange design was a bit too subtle for your tastes, this neon orange will most certainly float your boat.
12. Keep it classy
You can’t beat a classic French fade. Just look at that shine
13. Bright lights
Pastels too soft and neons too bright? This bold manicure lies somewhere in-between.
14. Florals for spring
Update your coffin acrylics with a pastel twist.
15. Pink talons
A colour, and shape, that’s worth ditching your contact lens for.
16. Chrome tips
Having a rainbow at our fingertips? Very up for that.