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Generally speaking, classic manicures most often feature smooth, shiny surfaces for a mesmerizinglyglossy result.

3D Disco Flower French

Starting off simple, let’s appreciate these prettydiscoflower French tips.

Late Night Snack

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3D nails can get pretty imaginative.

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Case in point: These potato chip nails by celebrity nail artist Betina Goldstein.

With 3Ddewdropaccents and raised flowers, this matte pastel nail look brings the coveted can to life.

Mismatched 3D Mani

Here we have an out-of-the-box,mismatchedtake on 3D nails.

Close-up of manicure with neutral base, white French tips, and mirrored silver flower accents

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3D Iridescent Opal Swirls

Here’s another out-of-this-world 3D nail look.

The iridescent opal base pairs well with thesilver chromeaccents for a futuristic nail look with a feminine flair.

Rep Era Mani

Need more proof that Goldstein is the queen of minimalist 3D nail creations?

Close-up of long manicure with white French tip and 3D pink bow designs

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Bejeweled Mermaid

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These 3D gemstone French tips make us think of the movieAquamarine.

They have a certain Y2Kje ne sais quoithat we’re all about.

To create these yourself, you’ll need to experiment with builder gel and gold chrome powder.

Close-up of matte black manicure with 3D glossy black details

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You’ve got this!

3D Minimalist Hearts

Think: best friend necklaces, but on your nails.

We particularly love the matte rosy base.

Close-up of manicure with matte black base and 3D clear gemstone accents

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The pearls and builder gel scales take this jelly-esque look over the top.

She opted for a single dollop of mercury-inspired 3D goodness to make this nail look stand out.

The assortment of inset gemstones make this mani look like nothing short of a treasure.

Close-up of manicure with neutral base and 3D potato chip designs

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Close-up of manicure with green and pink base and 3D flowers and chrome spheres

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3D Abstract Mismatched Nails - Byrdie 3D Nails

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Close-up of manicure with purple iridescent base and opalescent 3D swirl designs

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Close-up of manicure with clear base and 3D silver snake design

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Close-up of manicure with neutral base, white French tips, and colorful 3D gems

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Close-up of neutral matte square-tip nails with 3D gold accents

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Manicure with minimalist clear base and half-heart 3D design on each nail

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Manicure with pale pink base and 3D silver chrome accents

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Translucent manicure with 3D pearl, oyster, and scale accents

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Short manicure with neutral base and 3D chrome dewdrop accents

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Manicure with black French tips and gold and silver 3D accents

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Gold chrome nails with many 3D gemstone accents

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