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@betina_goldstein

There is so much beauty in simplicity.

Going back to the basics can be classic, elegant, and not at all boringnail art included.

simple manicure

@betina_goldstein

Sometimes the nail designs that we loveand quite possibly needare the quietest pop in.

Think negative space, small dots,French tips, fresh colors, glitter accents, and more.

Abstract Shapes

@paintboxnails

This graphic look is a cinch to create.

Simple Nail Designs Abstract Shapes

@paintboxnails

Seal everything with a top coat et voila!

To replicate the look, use two colors that offer a stark contrast.

Using a black design makes it especially bold.

Simple Nail Designs Solar Eclipse

@jinsoon

Sparse Sparkle

This chic placement of glitter polish couldn’t be easier to accomplish.

We love the gold paired with an unconventional pale blue.

The triangle peeking out from the side is an interesting twist.

Simple Nail Designs Stars

@vanityprojects

Paint your nails with a chunky glitter polish like Smith & Cult’s Glass Souls.

Try a matching eyeshadow to create amonochromaticbeauty look from head to fingertips.

Try putting the line down the center of each nail for an especially fun look.

Simple Nail Designs Sparkle

@paintboxnails

To DIY the look, use Butter London Glazen Peel-Off Glitter Lacquer in shades Gold Rush and Supernova.

Edgy Swoops

If you want something a little edgier, curve the line.

Celestial Magic

@oliveandjune

Enhance a basic black manicure with the addition of a simple star.

Simple Nail Designs Gold Accents

@paintboxnails

you might choose whether to leave it as an accent nail or embrace celestial vibes all over.

Overlapping Circles

This simple nail art is minimal in the most fun way.

Use a pair of nail stickers to make it super easy or try creating the circles freehand.

Simple Nail Designs Foil Flecks

@jinsoon

Rainbow Tips

@lolo.nailedit/ Instagram

Consider this one of many ways to reimagine a classic French manicure.

Yayoi-Approved

These simple dotted nails make us think about one of our favorite artists, Yayoi Kusama.

Dip a toothpick in black polish to bring this museum-worthy mani to life.

Simple Nail Designs Glitter Stripes

@paintboxnails

This nail art is super easy to recreate, too.

Cover your entire nail with top coat and be on your merry way.

The brown shade here is a modern way to approach a classic French tip while remaining just as demure.

Simple Nail Designs Glitter

@paintboxnails

The splatter designs against a clear background look ultra-cool, no uniformity required.

Confetti Dots

If the question is confetti nails, the answer is always yes.

Fashion Forward

@welovecoco

These simple Chanel nails check multiple boxes.

Simple Nail Designs Swoops

@paintboxnails

Start at the tip of your nail when crafting your stripes.

Sunset Shades

Some of the best simple nail designs are carefully curated palettes.

Triple Curve

Make your nails radiate for days with this twist on a French mani.

Simple Nail Designs Celestial

@oliveandjune

White Accent Dot

This design is oh-so-cool and easy to create.

It doesn’t have to look perfect, so get creative.

Say It Loud

Express yourself a bit more literally by putting a few words on your nails.

Simple Nail Designs Overlapping Circles

@vanityprojects

These dainty hearts may be small, but they send the message all the same.

Chrome Tips

@lolo.nailedit

Metallics are always in.

And we love the contrast of a glitter chrome tip against a light pink base color.

French manicure with rainbow neon french tips

@lolo.nailedit/ Instagram

94 Graphite Grey nail polish to achieve a metallic tip.

Grids

@paintbucketnails

We love a good patterned design, especially when it’s easy to replicate.

This grid design couldn’t be more simple thanks to nail stickers.

Simple Nail Designs Yayoi Kusama Dots

@jinsoon

Try Paintbucket NailsThe Power Grid Nail Wrap Kitto achieve this look in a color option.

Plus, this design works with any colors if you want to change with the seasons.

Foiled Criss-Cross

There are no rules to this foiled criss-cross design.

Simple Nail Designs Half and Half

@paintboxnails

Don’t have a steady hand?

you could find nail stickers to get the job done.

We love Olive & June’s varied assortment of stickers.

Simple Nail Designs Tiny French

@oliveandjune

Here, the artist uses different shades of a similar neutral color for a more gradual effect.

For a little extra shine, add a single stripe across the lower half of each nail.

Simple Nail Designs Paint Splatter

@jinsoon

Simple Nail Designs Confetti Dot

@jinsoon

Simple Nail Designs Superhero Stripes

@paintboxnails

Simple Nail Designs Statement Sparkle

@paintboxnails

Simple Nail Designs Sunset

@oliveandjune

Simple Nail Designs Curve Outline

@welovecoco

Simple Nail Designs White Accent Dot

@jinsoon

Simple Nail Designs Words

@vanityprojects

Simple Nail Designs Scaled Horizontal Dots

@paintboxnails

hearts nails

@phoebesummernails

chrome french tips

@lolo.nailedit

Person with Negative Space Grid Nails

@paintbucketnails

Assorted Chocolate Swirl Nails

@thehotblend/ Instagram

foiled criss cross

@paintboxnails

shimmer pearl nails

@phoebesummernails

White manicure with black and red abstract faces

@imarninails

Nude almond-shaped nails with holographic starburst nail stickers

*@brushedbyb_/ Instagram*

gradient tone nail design

Courtesy of Julia Diogo/@paintedbyjools

Dark wine-colored matte nails with gold horizontal single stripes

@aliciatnails