In general, flowers are a symbol of joy, renewal, and friendship.
They also bring a spring-like feel to any time of the year.
The floral print is embraced in fashion, interior design, and even makeup.
And it’s not just the crown of petals either.
Long stems, twisty vines, and grand leaves all contribute to the flower’s allure.
Perhaps that is why floral nails are consistently trending.
Flower nail art is represented in a variety of different ways.
There are so many species of flowers that can be added to any nail design.
And choosing ones that have special meanings to you creates a truly personalized manicure.
The shimmering baby pink polish is lightly kissed with daisy petals.
These neutral nails complement every complexion and match every outfit.
The tiny white petals with a pink center are simple decals that add a subtle feminine flair.
Any flesh-colored shade will work as the background to achieve this minimalist aesthetic.
Stick with shorter nails and a round or almond shape to pull off that natural look.
However, this take still stays faithful to the clean girl vibe.
Marble petals create a whimsical feel and give your nails a burst of several different colors.
Make every blossom a different color and big enough to cover at least half of the nail.
But the fun doesn’t stop there.
Mix and match different flowers on each nail to truly embrace this groovy design.
French tips just got floral
A French manicure is a great base for more intricate nail art.
It’s been reinvented many times over, such as with the invisible and outlined French tips.
The classic manicure has even inspired designs like theiridescent alien nails.
Now, it’s getting a spring upgrade.
Trade in those white nail edges for a full garden scene.
Adding flowers to just the tips is a subtle way to incorporate this trend.
For a more minimalistic approach, paint the base of your nail a soft pink or white.
Or, go for a bold look and pick a bright purple or orange for the background instead.
Realistic flowers transform your nails into a garden in full bloom.
Glitter and watercolor details will keep the floral art from getting lost in the colorful background too.
With all the thoughtful designs, this manicure is far from minimalistic.
Don’t just stick to the popular daisy prints either.
Daylilies, orchids, and hydrangeas have unique petals that make for beautiful decorations.
If the color doesn’t make your nails stand out, your flower choice sure will.
To upgrade the manicure, paint each flower a different color.
Contrasting colors like purple and yellow or red and green will create a vibrant pattern.
However, this simple detail lends itself to an equally simple manicure.
A dark base color emphasizes the vivid flower details.
Even the inverse of a bright background with dark flowers is a great example ofthe trending girly goth style.
Just keep the tips dark and floral to join in on the flower-power movement but with an edgier take.
A reverse French manicure creates some serious drama around the bottom of your nails.
Flowers and leaves sprout from your cuticles to turn this trend on its head.
It is the perfect design to highlight leaves, vines, thorns, and stems.
After all, the petals aren’t the only beautiful part of the flower.
It might be extra, but that’s why we love it.
The flower-power trend goes hand in hand with embellished nails.
Mix and match floral charms with stones, gems, and hardware.
Colorful petals effortlessly complement gold wire and pearls.
Long nails are a great canvas to squeeze in more gems.
Who says flowers only mean bright colors?
There’s no color pairing more classic than black and white.
Naturally, the mighty duo has infiltrated this nail trend, and we are thankful.
Yes, flowers are colorful, but sometimes a manicure without showstopping hues is the way to go.
However, your black-and-white nail art doesn’t have to fade into the background.
It might be muted, but it’s not an understatement.
But it’s our due diligence to also show tulips, carnations, and other non-daisy plants some love.
The elongated diamond-shaped petals of tulips mimic the outline of almond-shaped nails, making them a perfect match.
Highlight your favorite flower with a contrasting ombre background.
A pastel blue fading into green will make pink and orange petals really pop.
Or, add a white frame around your blossoms to make themreallystand out.
Mix and match trending nail art
Flowers are easy to tie into any nail trend.
Whether you are a pierced nail fan orlip gloss nailsare more your style, just add a flower.
Contrasting shades for the floral design will help your florets shine.
Pierced nails, meanwhile, are just begging for a floret charm.
Mix and match your favorite nail art with flowers for perfectly chic and summery digits.
A blooming silhouette
If you’re looking for a simple and chic design, try floret outlines.
This detailing has a one-line artistic approach that is minimalistic and clean.
Opt for a neutral backdrop to carry the simplicity all the way through.
Or screw simple and layer on color.
Just keep in mind the negative space within your flower outline will take on the style of your background.
The less crowded your background, the easier the flower design will be to read.
Go for the same outline on every nail, or switch it up to complete your garden.
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Glitter and flowers go hand in hand.
It’s like the sparkles were made to bedazzle roses and hydrangeas.
For a subtler manicure, put the glitter just on the flower decal.
Just don’t drown your blossoms with shimmers.
A glittering border will keep your flower design intact without sacrificing the glitz and glam.
It’s not just painted 2D designs or 3D floret charms, but real pressed flowers.
Yes, each nail houses a piece of nature.
Reminisce on drying flowers between textbooks every time you wave your hand.
Long acrylic nails let you spotlight the flower stem and all.
It doesn’t get any more flower-power than this.
