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Blue has emerged as one of the trendiest nail colors, and rightfully so.

If you want to try the striking shade, we’ve got you covered with ideas.

Here are 17 royal blue nail designs to consider before your next salon visit.

royal blue manicure

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This mani is simple, sophisticated, andsoshiny.

Cuticle Lining

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Sometimes, the simplest details can make the most significant impact.

After applying a sheer polish to your nails, line yourcuticleswith royal blue polish.

Solid royal blue manicure

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The cuticle accents are such a chic touch.

Summer Squiggles

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This squiggly nail design has a summertime vibe.

The combination of bold shades (like royal blue) andpastel tonescreates such a playful design.

Neutral nails with royal blue cuticle design

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Blue Waves

This wavy manicure reminds us of the ocean.

Thisshort manicurepairs the two shades to create a cool, contrasting set.

Distorted checkerboard, hibiscus designs, and wavy linesthis mani has it all.

Royal blue, orange, and mint green nails

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Royal Blue Chrome

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Yes, royal blue is naturally eye-catching.

However, adding achrome finishwill make the bold shade stand out even more.

This mani combines royal blue and baby blue nail art for a creative and colorful look.

royal blue nails with wavy accent designs

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Colorful Squares

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The royal blue base and neon block designs give this manicure techno vibes.

It’s so chic and futuristic.

Blue Flames

Heat up your manicure with flame designs.

royal blue and white nails

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The sparkly blue polish makes this manicure even more mesmerizing.

Royal Blue Paradise

This manicure was named “Birds of Paradise” because of itsfloral touches.

The royal blue base ensures that these vibrant flowers shine bright.

royal blue mismatched manicure

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Low Tide

This two-toned manicure resembles calm waves in the ocean.

Keeping the base of the nails neutral is the perfect choice for a design this chic.

Abstract Negative Space

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Abstract designs that incorporatenegative spaceare always stunning.

chrome royal blue manicure

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Royal blue takes center stage here, but the neutral base still catches your eye.

Blue Square

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Square nailsare trending, and this royal blue manicure highlights their beauty.

Look closely, and you’ll notice the subtle shimmer in the polish.

clear nails with royal blue and baby blue sguiggly lines

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The uniquely shaped French tips add creative character to thegradient set.

Black and Blue

Black and royal blue are a bold and beautiful combination.

The glittery finish adds extra elegance to the two-tone look.

royal blue nails with neon block designs

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Long almond shaped nails with blue fire and glitter overlay

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royal blue manicure with floral designs

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two-toned blue wavy design on neutral short nails

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royal blue almond shaped nails long with lots of negative space abstract design

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square shaped nails with hints of glitter and subtle lighter shade of blue at french tip

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gradient blue wavy french tips

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black french tips with blue base and glitter on top

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