Contents
- 1 1. Burgundy Bows
- 2 2. French Tips with Bow Accents
- 3 3. Colorful Bows
- 4 4. Dusty-Blue Bows
- 5 5. Pink and Green
- 6 6. Bows and Pearls
- 7 7. Striped Bows
- 8 8. Red and Blue Bows
- 9 9. Pink and Blue Bows
- 10 10. Minimalist Bows
- 11 11. Black and White Bows
- 12 12. Glittery Pink Tips and Bows
- 13 13. Cherries and Bows
- 14 14. Chrome Tips with Bows
- 15 15. Bold Pink Bows
- 16 16. Baby-Pink Tips
You’d be hard-pressed to find a detail quite as fun and girly as a bow is. We’ve spent the past year tying them in our hair and opting for clothing pieces adorned in them, but I raise you this: Have you tried a bow nails yet?
It turns out that the quintessential symbol for all-things girly is the perfect finishing touch on a manicure. Not only do bow nails work for any season, but they can be done in any color combination, making them the ideal nail art for the upcoming fall and holiday seasons alike. (And can you imagine a more perfect birthday manicure?). Ready to tap into your feminine side? We’ve rounded up 16 bow nail ideas to take to your next nail appointment.
1. Burgundy Bows
Source: @onyxfiles
Create your chicest fall manicure yet by combining bows with one of fall’s hottest hues: a deep, rich burgundy.
2. French Tips with Bow Accents
Source: @lillypalm_
Dress up your next French manicure with dainty, metallic bows.
3. Colorful Bows
Source: @tamaminails
Can’t decide on just one color? Try this colorful, maximalist take on bow nails.
4. Dusty-Blue Bows
Source: @starfruitnails
Coastal Grandma at heart? Opt for these sweet, dusty-blue bow nails.
5. Pink and Green
Source: @karin.nailedit
For an unexpected twist, opt for a different hue of bow designs on each hand. We’re obsessed with this pink-and-green combo.
6. Bows and Pearls
Source: @naileditbeauty
The only thing that can make bows even more feminine? Combining them with pearls.
7. Striped Bows
Source: @pinku.nails
Can’t get enough of stripes lately? This nail design combines stripes with bows for a manicure that’ll emulate that coveted back-to-school feeling.
8. Red and Blue Bows
Source: @paintedby_riss
Combine a fiery red manicure with blue bows for a nautical take on the bow nail trend.
9. Pink and Blue Bows
Source: @nailsby.rian_
These unexpected bow nails are ideal for an upcoming vacation.
10. Minimalist Bows
Source: @nailsby.londyn
For a more minimalistic manicure, opt for a singular bow on one of your nails to complete your light-pink manicure.
11. Black and White Bows
Source: @handsbyhal
Calling all Virgos—we have your upcoming birthday manicure covered with these classic black-and-white bows.
12. Glittery Pink Tips and Bows
Source: @gelsbybry
These glittery pink tips with bejeweled bows are calling every girly-girl’s name.
13. Cherries and Bows
Source: @nails.miastudio
This manicure proves that bows and cherries go to together like peanut butter and jelly.
14. Chrome Tips with Bows
Source: @gelsbybry
Maximalist at heart? Combine red bows with chrome French tips for a compliment-worthy mani.
15. Bold Pink Bows
Source: @han.polished
These multi-hue pink bows add the ideal amount of drama.
16. Baby-Pink Tips
Source: @allnailss._
This design perfectly emulates the soft and feminine feel that is balletcore. Pair them a satin midi dress and ballet flats for your next date night outfit.
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