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Reds, pinks, and nudes have long been go-to nail colors.
And while we appreciate the classics, it’s also fun to go off course occasionally with unexpected shades.
Lately, we’ve been gravitating toward orange polish for more reasons than one.
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Orange nails lend so much creative versatility, as the color has seemingly endless shades.
If you’re considering trading in your usual nail color for orange tones, we’ve got you covered.
Orange Trio Nails
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This nail look is perfect for indecisive beauty lovers.
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If you might’t settle on a shade of orange, why not try several?
Opting for a trio of orange shades makes for a fun, exciting manicure.
This particular polish is Mamey from Lights Lacquer’s Honeydew You Love Me Collection.
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Mixing multiple shades of orange with white polish gives these nails amarble effect.
The negative space really gives the illusion that the swirls are dripping.
Add a touch of razzle dazzle with a few sparkly nail stickers on a few nails.
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Fiery Marble Nails
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These flaming nails are bold, and we’re obsessed.
Heat up your manicure with orange marble designs that resemble flames.
The color is soft and delicate, giving off an opulent elegance.
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The long square shape and tiger print tips make this an eye-catching nail look.
Sunny Aura Nails
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A sunny yellow-orange center adds stunning dimension to your red-orange mani.
To get the look, use Essieie Nail Polish in Outside the Lines and Send a Message.
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Floral Accent Nails
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Mix in some solids to balance this patterned manicure.
The opaque orange polish perfectly complements the vibrantfloral designs.
Summer Sunset Nails
This manicure reminds us of a picturesque summer sunset.
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The neon shades complement each other incredibly well, and the polish’smatte textureadds a fun twist.
Orange Seed Nails
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How beautiful is this fruity design?
The orange center and seed-like metallic accents make us think of a juicy orange cut in half.
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If you want to take a less literal approach to fruit nail designs, consider this take.
However, orange belongs in the color palette.
Adding a vibrant shade to the otherworldly nail look makes it feel fresh and bright.
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Matte Summer Nails
Designs like this instantly come to mind when we think of summer manicures.
This matte set features gorgeous shades of yellow, pink, and orange.
Add this look to your “vacation mani” folder ASAP.
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Abstract Pink and Orange Nails
This manicure further proves that orange and pink belong together.
Retro Nails
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For the nostalgic soul, might we suggest these retro-inspired nails?
The shades of burnt orange and creamy peach take us back to the ’60s.
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Keep the length short to really nail the aesthetic.
Drip Drop Nails
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Enhance your solid orange manicure with3D accents, like thesedew drops.
It’s such a creative way to enhance your nail look.
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This manicure puts a spin on the look by opting for two fiery nail polish shadesneon orange and red-orange.
Short Floral Nails
If you prefershort nails, this look is for you.
Designer Ode
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Add a designer charm to your nails to make a fashion statement.
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These Vivienne Westwood nails pay homage to the legend.
Use a strong-hold adhesive likeMakartt Rhinestone Glue to adhere charms like this.
Squiggly Nails
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Matte neon squiggles make for ultra-cool nail designs.
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Even though the lines are quite busy, the thin strokes and neutral base create a minimal aesthetic.
Maintaining consistency in each line’s size is key to the uniform look.
Orange and Blue Crescents
Who knew pumpkin orange and baby blue could look so good together?
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The rounded lines extend to the cuticle, leaving about one-fourth of the nail border open.
It’s such an edgy, unordinary design.
Radiant Gradient Nails
Reinvent the classic French manicure with this gradient take.
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Use Lights Laquer Nail Polish in Coney Island and Paper Snow to bring this ombre look to life.
Tiny Heart Nails
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Here’s another way to wear an orange and pink manicure.
First, create a pearly orange tip and outline it with hot pink polish.
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Complete the look with tiny pink hearts above the cuticle.
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