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Swirl Nails

Swirl nails or squiggle nail designs are a type of dotting technique that involves drawing spirals at different angles on your nails. The design consists of intricate, squiggly lines, often in bright colors. Swirl nails are one of the most popular nail designs. They're a great way to add some flair and style to your nails and are easy to do, and look great on all kinds of nails. Swirls are also a great way to try out new colors without going with a full-on manicure. You can incorporate different colors into your nail art while keeping the look cohesive and pretty! So they're worth trying out. Nails with swirls are perfect for anyone who wants to try something new but isn't quite sure what to do. They're also great for beginners or people who want a low-key look that's still fun and colorful.
The swirl nail art design is a classic, ever-popular nail art that can be worn by anyone who loves a little bit of sparkle. You can also use them as an accent nail or as the main feature of your manicure. Swirl nails are great for any occasion, from work to play—you can wear them with anything! Swirl pattern nails' popularity is likely due to their versatility. They can be used to complement any color scheme or outfit (from bold reds and pinks to pastels). Swirl nails can be created using any color you want. The best colors for swirl nails are bright ones like reds, yellows, oranges, and pinks. However, it's important to consider what colors look good against different skin tones and eye colors.
Need some inspiration for cute, colorful, and aesthetic swirl nail designs? We're here to help you find your favorite ones to use in your next manicure or pedicure.

Long Swirl Nails

3D Pastel Neon Design on Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4511
3D Pastel Neon Design on Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4511

Birthday Colorful Splash Nails | 25th Birthday Nails - NB6879
Birthday Colorful Splash Nails | 25th Birthday Nails - NB6879

Romantic Chrome Nail Design
Romantic Chrome Nail Design

Korelviktoria

Pink and Gray Valentine Nails
Pink and Gray Valentine Nails

Pauletta.nails

Almond Swirl Nails with Panda Design | Panda Nails- NB7561
Almond Swirl Nails with Panda Design | Panda Nails- NB7561

Autumn Swirl Nails
Autumn Swirl Nails

Klamaja

Glitter Thin Lines
Glitter Thin Lines

Blondivika_nsk

Short Swirl Nails

Short Oval Nails Swirl Design for an Elegant Vibe | Marjani Customized Nail Designs- NB7514
Short Oval Nails Swirl Design for an Elegant Vibe | Marjani Customized Nail Designs- NB7514

Mocha Mousse Nails with 3D Swirls | Color of the Year 2025 - NB7050
Mocha Mousse Nails with 3D Swirls | Color of the Year 2025 - NB7050

Short Mystical Purple Nails for Valentine's Day | Purple Valentine Nails- NB7482
Short Mystical Purple Nails for Valentine's Day | Purple Valentine Nails- NB7482

Ocean Waves French Nail Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3250
Ocean Waves French Nail Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3250

Short Nails White and Gold Swirls
Short Nails White and Gold Swirls

Ego_alinkha

Short Matte Swirl Nails
Short Matte Swirl Nails

Nailed.it.by.amber

Simple Matte Nails
Simple Matte Nails

Irina_rain

White Swirl Nails

Black Nails with White Spiral Pattern | Swirl Nails - NB4525
Black Nails with White Spiral Pattern | Swirl Nails - NB4525

Gradient Effect Patterns
Gradient Effect Patterns

Nailartbychlo

Seamless Ocean Wave and Striped Pattern Nails | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3269
Seamless Ocean Wave and Striped Pattern Nails | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3269

Matte Nails with White Swirls Design | Swirl Nails - NB4516
Matte Nails with White Swirls Design | Swirl Nails - NB4516

Pink Nails Swirl Design | Swirl Nails - NB4531
Pink Nails Swirl Design | Swirl Nails - NB4531

Wave Surfing Nails | Sport | Travel and Tourism - NB962
Wave Surfing Nails | Sport | Travel and Tourism - NB962

French Swirl Nails
French Swirl Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Swirl Effect French Nails | French Manicure - NB3346
Swirl Effect French Nails | French Manicure - NB3346

Pink Swirl Nails

Swirl Accent Nail Design | Swirl Nails - NB4539
Swirl Accent Nail Design | Swirl Nails - NB4539

Baby Pink and Baby Blue Swirls Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4538
Baby Pink and Baby Blue Swirls Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4538

Abstract Graffiti Nail Art
Abstract Graffiti Nail Art

Dashenkanails

Pink and Blue Swirls Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4537
Pink and Blue Swirls Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4537

Mocha Mousse Nails with 3D Swirls | Color of the Year 2025 - NB7050
Mocha Mousse Nails with 3D Swirls | Color of the Year 2025 - NB7050

Rainbow Unicorn
Rainbow Unicorn

Klamaja

Mismatched Pink Nails
Mismatched Pink Nails

Belyyhome

Colorful Stripes on Nails
Colorful Stripes on Nails

Alexandracojan.trainer

Blue Swirl Nails

Magic of Rainbow
Magic of Rainbow

Klamaja

Matte Nails with Gradient Ocean Pattern | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3264
Matte Nails with Gradient Ocean Pattern | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3264

Swirl Accent Nail on Toes
Swirl Accent Nail on Toes

Nail_sunny

Abstract Matte Nails Watercolor Design | Paint Nail Art - NB2249
Abstract Matte Nails Watercolor Design | Paint Nail Art - NB2249

Storm Ocean Waves Nail Art | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3258
Storm Ocean Waves Nail Art | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3258

The Beauty of Ocean Nail Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3275
The Beauty of Ocean Nail Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3275

Glossy Color-Blocking Nails with Ocean Waves Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3281
Glossy Color-Blocking Nails with Ocean Waves Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3281

Storm Waves Nails Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3256
Storm Waves Nails Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3256

Abstract Swirl Nails

Leaf-inspired Abstract Nails Design | Abstract Nails - NB5486
Leaf-inspired Abstract Nails Design | Abstract Nails - NB5486

Abstract Pastel Green Nails with Swirls | Spring Pastel Nails- NB7906
Abstract Pastel Green Nails with Swirls | Spring Pastel Nails- NB7906

Elegant Black and White Nails with a Colorful Abstract Design | Abstract Nails - NB5502
Elegant Black and White Nails with a Colorful Abstract Design | Abstract Nails - NB5502

Watercolor Swirl Nail Design | Paint Nail Art - NB2244
Watercolor Swirl Nail Design | Paint Nail Art - NB2244

Abstract Black and Gold Nail Designs
Abstract Black and Gold Nail Designs

Mur.nails.ekaterina

Birthday Abstract Swirl Nail Art | Classy Birthday Nails - NB6164
Birthday Abstract Swirl Nail Art | Classy Birthday Nails - NB6164

Short Matte Swirl Nails
Short Matte Swirl Nails

Nailed.it.by.amber

Abstract Swirls on Milky-based Nails
Abstract Swirls on Milky-based Nails

Getman.nails

Almond Swirl Nails

Baby Boomer Silver Stamping
Baby Boomer Silver Stamping

Blondivika_nsk

White and Pink Marble Swirl Nail Design | Swirl Nails - NB4534
White and Pink Marble Swirl Nail Design | Swirl Nails - NB4534

Taupe Nail Extensions with Shimmering Glitter Design | Fall Nails - NB5753
Taupe Nail Extensions with Shimmering Glitter Design | Fall Nails - NB5753

Nude Nails with White Swirls Design | Swirl Nails - NB4515
Nude Nails with White Swirls Design | Swirl Nails - NB4515

Elegant Black and White Nails with a Colorful Abstract Design | Abstract Nails - NB5502
Elegant Black and White Nails with a Colorful Abstract Design | Abstract Nails - NB5502

Swirls Design French Manicure | Swirl Nails - NB4523
Swirls Design French Manicure | Swirl Nails - NB4523

Rainbow Unicorn
Rainbow Unicorn

Klamaja

Mismatched Nude and Black Nail Art
Mismatched Nude and Black Nail Art

Matuszewsk.a

Autumn Swirl Nails

3D French Coffin Nails
3D French Coffin Nails

_gabrielamanole

Abstract Negative Space Fall Design
Abstract Negative Space Fall Design

Ego_alinkha

Pink Nails with Orange Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4551
Pink Nails with Orange Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4551

Swirl Nails and Wheat Accents | Thanksgiving Harvest Nails - NB6316
Swirl Nails and Wheat Accents | Thanksgiving Harvest Nails - NB6316

Classy Brown and White Nails with a Wave Design | Fall Nails - NB5524
Classy Brown and White Nails with a Wave Design | Fall Nails - NB5524

Brown and White Swirl Tips
Brown and White Swirl Tips

_beautbybee

Brown Swirl Marble
Brown Swirl Marble

_beautbybee

Bordeaux Burgundy Nails with White Negative Space Swirls | Fall Nails - NB5750
Bordeaux Burgundy Nails with White Negative Space Swirls | Fall Nails - NB5750

Black and White Swirl Nails

Black Swirl Nails

Diagonal Swirl Tips
Diagonal Swirl Tips

Nailed.it.by.amber

Abstract Swirls for Simple Nails Design | Classy Birthday Nails - NB6180
Abstract Swirls for Simple Nails Design | Classy Birthday Nails - NB6180

Mismatched Nude and Black Nail Art
Mismatched Nude and Black Nail Art

Matuszewsk.a

Water Splatter Art
Water Splatter Art

Blondivika_nsk

Black and White Swirl Nails
Black and White Swirl Nails

Cdanails

Abstract Pattern Oval Nails with Swirling Colors | Abstract Nails - NB5501
Abstract Pattern Oval Nails with Swirling Colors | Abstract Nails - NB5501

Blue and White Swirl Nails

Ocean Waves French Manicure Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3263
Ocean Waves French Manicure Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3263

Save the Ocean Save the Planet Nail Art | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3272
Save the Ocean Save the Planet Nail Art | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3272

Seamless Ocean Wave and Striped Pattern Nails | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3269
Seamless Ocean Wave and Striped Pattern Nails | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3269

Almond Nails with Ocean Waves Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3257
Almond Nails with Ocean Waves Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3257

Japanese Wave Pattern on Nails | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3251
Japanese Wave Pattern on Nails | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3251

Blue Ombre Sparkle Nails
Blue Ombre Sparkle Nails

Sylwia_nailss

Butterfly Matte Blue Nails
Butterfly Matte Blue Nails

Mari_mari_nailart

Nails with Minimal Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4500
Nails with Minimal Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4500

Brown Swirl Nails

Hearts and Roses Nails with Glitter Design | Valentine Nails - NB2931
Hearts and Roses Nails with Glitter Design | Valentine Nails - NB2931

Desert French Tips with Hearts Nail Design | Valentine Nails - NB2928
Desert French Tips with Hearts Nail Design | Valentine Nails - NB2928

Stylish Swirl Mocha Mousse Nails Design | Color of the Year 2025 - NB7043
Stylish Swirl Mocha Mousse Nails Design | Color of the Year 2025 - NB7043

Simple and Luxury Mocha Mousse Nails Design | Color of the Year 2025 - NB6980
Simple and Luxury Mocha Mousse Nails Design | Color of the Year 2025 - NB6980

Hearts and Roses Desert Theme Nails | Valentine Nails - NB2927
Hearts and Roses Desert Theme Nails | Valentine Nails - NB2927

Sparkle Design for Swirl Mocha Mousse Nails | Color of the Year 2025 - NB7047
Sparkle Design for Swirl Mocha Mousse Nails | Color of the Year 2025 - NB7047

3D French Coffin Nails
3D French Coffin Nails

_gabrielamanole

Barbie Pink 3D French Nails
Barbie Pink 3D French Nails

_gabrielamanole

Christmas Swirl Nails

Winter Textured Nails
Winter Textured Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Mirror Gel Nails
Mirror Gel Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Snowflake and Glitter Design for Red Nails | Red Christmas Nails - NB6774
Snowflake and Glitter Design for Red Nails | Red Christmas Nails - NB6774

Winter Coffin Nails in Red | Red Christmas Nails - NB6778
Winter Coffin Nails in Red | Red Christmas Nails - NB6778

Holographic Pastel Neon Unicorn Nails
Holographic Pastel Neon Unicorn Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Water Splatter Art
Water Splatter Art

Blondivika_nsk

Confetti Gel Nails
Confetti Gel Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Red Nails with 3D Embellishment | Red Christmas Nails - NB6770
Red Nails with 3D Embellishment | Red Christmas Nails - NB6770

Chrome Swirl Nails

Holographic Pastel Neon Unicorn Nails
Holographic Pastel Neon Unicorn Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Chrome Stripe Design
Chrome Stripe Design

Blondivika_nsk

Silver and Brown Chrome Swirl Nails | Chrome Nails - NB5325
Silver and Brown Chrome Swirl Nails | Chrome Nails - NB5325

Gold Swirl Nails
Gold Swirl Nails

Korelviktoria

Blue Chrome Nails and Swirls
Blue Chrome Nails and Swirls

Amanda.sudolll

Nails with Holographic Tips and Chrome Swirls | Anna Customized Nail Designs- NB7265
Nails with Holographic Tips and Chrome Swirls | Anna Customized Nail Designs- NB7265

White and Pink Marble Swirl Nail Design | Swirl Nails - NB4534
White and Pink Marble Swirl Nail Design | Swirl Nails - NB4534

Gold 3D Swirl Design for Mocha Mousse Nails | Color of the Year 2025 - NB7048
Gold 3D Swirl Design for Mocha Mousse Nails | Color of the Year 2025 - NB7048

Colorful Swirl Nails

3D Jelly Swirls on Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4508
3D Jelly Swirls on Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4508

Colorful Swirls Nails Design | Birthday Swirl Nails - NB6084
Colorful Swirls Nails Design | Birthday Swirl Nails - NB6084

Ombre Pastel Nails With Flowers
Ombre Pastel Nails With Flowers

Hnnailsbyhoney

Colorful Stiletto Nails
Colorful Stiletto Nails

Gallinaz_nail

Neon Swirl Nails
Neon Swirl Nails

Cdanails

Colorful Trippy Nails
Colorful Trippy Nails

Hnnailsbyhoney

Mirror Gel Nails
Mirror Gel Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Swirls in Pastels Colors
Swirls in Pastels Colors

Hnnailsbyhoney

Cute Swirl Nail Designs

Cute Snowman and Candy Cane Nails | Candy Cane Christmas Nails - NB6763
Cute Snowman and Candy Cane Nails | Candy Cane Christmas Nails - NB6763

3D Jelly Swirls on Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4508
3D Jelly Swirls on Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4508

3D Pastel Neon Design on Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4511
3D Pastel Neon Design on Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4511

Baby Pink and Baby Blue Swirls Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4538
Baby Pink and Baby Blue Swirls Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4538

Simple Spiral Pattern Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4498
Simple Spiral Pattern Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4498

Ocean Wave Nail Design for Conservation | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3252
Ocean Wave Nail Design for Conservation | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3252

Long Gingerbread Nails in Pink | Christmas Gingerbread Nails - NB6796
Long Gingerbread Nails in Pink | Christmas Gingerbread Nails - NB6796

Nails with Holographic Tips and Chrome Swirls | Anna Customized Nail Designs- NB7265
Nails with Holographic Tips and Chrome Swirls | Anna Customized Nail Designs- NB7265

French Swirl Nail Designs

Bright Pastel French Tips
Bright Pastel French Tips

Cdanails

Ocean Waves French Manicure Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3263
Ocean Waves French Manicure Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3263

Soft Pink & White Matte Nails
Soft Pink & White Matte Nails

Hnnailsbyhoney

Black and White Nails with Ocean Pattern | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3270
Black and White Nails with Ocean Pattern | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3270

French Swirl Design Nails | French Manicure - NB3344
French Swirl Design Nails | French Manicure - NB3344

Bright Green Swirl and French Nails
Bright Green Swirl and French Nails

Amanda.sudolll

3D Ocean Waves in a Sunny Day Nail Art | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3273
3D Ocean Waves in a Sunny Day Nail Art | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3273

Colorful Fruit and Squiggly French Nails
Colorful Fruit and Squiggly French Nails

Melificentnailartistry

Glitter Swirl Nails

Short Mystical Purple Nails for Valentine's Day | Purple Valentine Nails- NB7482
Short Mystical Purple Nails for Valentine's Day | Purple Valentine Nails- NB7482

Sparkle and Butterfly Charm Nail Design
Sparkle and Butterfly Charm Nail Design

Hnnailsbyhoney

Luxury Mocha Mousse and Green Nails Design | Color of the Year 2025 - NB6988
Luxury Mocha Mousse and Green Nails Design | Color of the Year 2025 - NB6988

Desert French Tips with Hearts Nail Design | Valentine Nails - NB2928
Desert French Tips with Hearts Nail Design | Valentine Nails - NB2928

Glitter Thin Lines
Glitter Thin Lines

Blondivika_nsk

Glitter and Swirl Design for Purple Nails | Purple Valentine Nails- NB7475
Glitter and Swirl Design for Purple Nails | Purple Valentine Nails- NB7475

Hearts and Roses Desert Theme Nails | Valentine Nails - NB2927
Hearts and Roses Desert Theme Nails | Valentine Nails - NB2927

Ballerina-shaped Heart Nails
Ballerina-shaped Heart Nails

Pauletta.nails

Gold Swirl Nail Designs

Ombre Gold Star
Ombre Gold Star

Blondivika_nsk

Matte Floral Nails and Swirls
Matte Floral Nails and Swirls

Matuszewsk.a

Romantic Chrome Nail Design
Romantic Chrome Nail Design

Korelviktoria

Abstract Pattern Oval Nails with Swirling Colors | Abstract Nails - NB5501
Abstract Pattern Oval Nails with Swirling Colors | Abstract Nails - NB5501

Classy Swirl Nail Designs
Classy Swirl Nail Designs

Ego_alinkha

Snowflakes and Glitter Swirls
Snowflakes and Glitter Swirls

Novikova.nailstudio

Color Splash Chrome Nails
Color Splash Chrome Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Smokey Gradient Matte Nails
Smokey Gradient Matte Nails

Novikova.nailstudio

Green Swirl Nails

Green and Blue Nails with Ocean Waves | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3280
Green and Blue Nails with Ocean Waves | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3280

Green Ocean Color French Nails with Waves Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3283
Green Ocean Color French Nails with Waves Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3283

Magic of Rainbow
Magic of Rainbow

Klamaja

Summer Neon Gel Nails
Summer Neon Gel Nails

_beautbybee

Russian Almond Nails Pumpkin Design | Classy Thanksgiving Nails - NB6349
Russian Almond Nails Pumpkin Design | Classy Thanksgiving Nails - NB6349

Long Nails with Ocean Scene | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3285
Long Nails with Ocean Scene | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3285

Elegant Black and White Nails with a Colorful Abstract Design | Abstract Nails - NB5502
Elegant Black and White Nails with a Colorful Abstract Design | Abstract Nails - NB5502

Coffin Nails for Summer
Coffin Nails for Summer

_gabrielamanole

Neon Swirl Nails

Neon Skull Graffiti Nails | Graffiti Nails - NB2899
Neon Skull Graffiti Nails | Graffiti Nails - NB2899

Black and Neon Nails
Black and Neon Nails

Cdanails

Colorful Neon Swirls on Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4509
Colorful Neon Swirls on Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4509

3D Jelly Swirls on Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4508
3D Jelly Swirls on Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4508

3D Pastel Neon Design on Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4511
3D Pastel Neon Design on Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4511

Neon Swirls Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4510
Neon Swirls Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4510

Summer Nails with Neon Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4512
Summer Nails with Neon Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4512

Colorful Swirl Nails
Colorful Swirl Nails

Project_paznokcie

Nude Swirl Nails

Hearts and Roses Nails with Glitter Design | Valentine Nails - NB2931
Hearts and Roses Nails with Glitter Design | Valentine Nails - NB2931

Sand Dune Effect Hearts and Roses Nails | Valentine Nails - NB2799
Sand Dune Effect Hearts and Roses Nails | Valentine Nails - NB2799

Sand Dune-inspired French with Hearts for Valentine | Valentine Nails - NB2797
Sand Dune-inspired French with Hearts for Valentine | Valentine Nails - NB2797

Happy Chipmunk and Flowers
Happy Chipmunk and Flowers

Hnnailsbyhoney

Orange and Pink Swirl Nails

Pink Nails with Orange Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4551
Pink Nails with Orange Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4551

Orange Swirls Nails Design for Work | Swirl Nails - NB4554
Orange Swirls Nails Design for Work | Swirl Nails - NB4554

Nails with Orange and Pink Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4558
Nails with Orange and Pink Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4558

Short Pink Nails with Orange Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4555
Short Pink Nails with Orange Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4555

Pink and Orange Swirls Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4552
Pink and Orange Swirls Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4552

Orange Spiral Swirl Accents for Pink Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4557
Orange Spiral Swirl Accents for Pink Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4557

Orange Swirls on Pink Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4556
Orange Swirls on Pink Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4556

Pink and Orange Swirls Accent Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4553
Pink and Orange Swirls Accent Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4553

Orange Swirl Nail

White and Orange Patterns
White and Orange Patterns

Nailed.it.by.amber

Summer French Nails with Swirls
Summer French Nails with Swirls

_gabrielamanole

Short Pink Nails with Orange Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4555
Short Pink Nails with Orange Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4555

3D French Coffin Nails
3D French Coffin Nails

_gabrielamanole

Coffin Nails for Summer
Coffin Nails for Summer

_gabrielamanole

Neon Spring Nails
Neon Spring Nails

Cdanails

Pastel Swirl Nail Art

Pastel Swirl Nails with Black Tips
Pastel Swirl Nails with Black Tips

Cdanails

Short Mint Green Nails Abstract Design | Spring Pastel Nails- NB7910
Short Mint Green Nails Abstract Design | Spring Pastel Nails- NB7910

Green Ocean Color Wave Nail Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3282
Green Ocean Color Wave Nail Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3282

Colorful Watercolor Nail Design | Paint Nail Art - NB2250
Colorful Watercolor Nail Design | Paint Nail Art - NB2250

Pastel Pink Swirls for an Abstract Nail Look | Spring Pastel Nails- NB7907
Pastel Pink Swirls for an Abstract Nail Look | Spring Pastel Nails- NB7907

Pastel Neon Star Nails
Pastel Neon Star Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Swirls in Pastels Colors
Swirls in Pastels Colors

Hnnailsbyhoney

Magic of Rainbow
Magic of Rainbow

Klamaja

Pink and Blue Swirl Nails

Swirl Accent Nail Design | Swirl Nails - NB4539
Swirl Accent Nail Design | Swirl Nails - NB4539

Pink and Blue Swirls Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4537
Pink and Blue Swirls Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4537

Short Pink and Blue Swirl Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4536
Short Pink and Blue Swirl Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4536

Classy and Glossy Pink Nails Swirl Design | Classy Nails - NB5583
Classy and Glossy Pink Nails Swirl Design | Classy Nails - NB5583

Baby Pink and Baby Blue Swirls Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4538
Baby Pink and Baby Blue Swirls Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4538

Matte Floral Nails and Swirls
Matte Floral Nails and Swirls

Matuszewsk.a

Pink and Purple Swirl Nails

Pink and Purple Swirl Accents | Swirl Nails - NB4559
Pink and Purple Swirl Accents | Swirl Nails - NB4559

Dark Nails Pink and Purple Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4562
Dark Nails Pink and Purple Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4562

Purple and Pink Swirl Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4564
Purple and Pink Swirl Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4564

Short Nails with Pink and Purple Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4561
Short Nails with Pink and Purple Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4561

Pink and Purple Spiral Swirl Nail Design | Swirl Nails - NB4563
Pink and Purple Spiral Swirl Nail Design | Swirl Nails - NB4563

Ballerina-shaped Heart Nails
Ballerina-shaped Heart Nails

Pauletta.nails

Pink and Purple Swirl Design | Swirl Nails - NB4560
Pink and Purple Swirl Design | Swirl Nails - NB4560

Pink and White Swirl Nails

Neutral Valentine Nails with Hearts | Valentine's Heart Nails - NB7183
Neutral Valentine Nails with Hearts | Valentine's Heart Nails - NB7183

Simple Spiral Pattern Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4498
Simple Spiral Pattern Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4498

Almond Swirl Nails with Crystal Hearts | Valentine's Heart Nails - NB7189
Almond Swirl Nails with Crystal Hearts | Valentine's Heart Nails - NB7189

Gradient Effect Patterns
Gradient Effect Patterns

Nailartbychlo

Chrome Nails with White and Pink Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4532
Chrome Nails with White and Pink Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4532

Almond Nails with White Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4529
Almond Nails with White Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4529

Heart Crystal Design for Neutral Swirl Nails | Valentine's Heart Nails - NB7198
Heart Crystal Design for Neutral Swirl Nails | Valentine's Heart Nails - NB7198

Sparkle and Butterfly Charm Nail Design
Sparkle and Butterfly Charm Nail Design

Hnnailsbyhoney

Purple Swirl Nails

Swirl and Leaf Short Nails
Swirl and Leaf Short Nails

Nailed.it.by.amber

French Swirl Nails
French Swirl Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Abstract Matte Nails Watercolor Design | Paint Nail Art - NB2249
Abstract Matte Nails Watercolor Design | Paint Nail Art - NB2249

Dark Nails Pink and Purple Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4562
Dark Nails Pink and Purple Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4562

Holographic Pastel Neon Unicorn Nails
Holographic Pastel Neon Unicorn Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Colorful Fruit and Squiggly French Nails
Colorful Fruit and Squiggly French Nails

Melificentnailartistry

Fuchsia and Navy Devil Eye Nail
Fuchsia and Navy Devil Eye Nail

Project_paznokcie

Glitter and Swirl Design for Purple Nails | Purple Valentine Nails- NB7475
Glitter and Swirl Design for Purple Nails | Purple Valentine Nails- NB7475

Red and White Swirl Nails

Matte Nails with Minimal Red Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4543
Matte Nails with Minimal Red Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4543

White and Red Swirls on Nails for Winter | Swirl Nails - NB4551
White and Red Swirls on Nails for Winter | Swirl Nails - NB4551

Minimal Red Swirls and Roses Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4542
Minimal Red Swirls and Roses Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4542

Glitter Design Red and White Nails with Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4546
Glitter Design Red and White Nails with Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4546

White Nails with Red Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4550
White Nails with Red Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4550

Red and White Swirls on Almond Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4548
Red and White Swirls on Almond Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4548

Glitter Nails with Red Swirls for Winter | Swirl Nails - NB4544
Glitter Nails with Red Swirls for Winter | Swirl Nails - NB4544

Red and White Swirl Nails for Winter | Swirl Nails - NB4547
Red and White Swirl Nails for Winter | Swirl Nails - NB4547

Red Swirl Nails

Matte Nails with Minimal Red Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4543
Matte Nails with Minimal Red Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4543

French Manicure with Red Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4540
French Manicure with Red Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4540

Red Swirl Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4541
Red Swirl Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4541

Red and Black Floral Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4545
Red and Black Floral Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4545

Christmas Gifts
Christmas Gifts

Hnnailsbyhoney

White and Red Swirls on Nails for Winter | Swirl Nails - NB4551
White and Red Swirls on Nails for Winter | Swirl Nails - NB4551

Red Ombre Nails Watercolor Design | Red Ombre Nails - NB6530
Red Ombre Nails Watercolor Design | Red Ombre Nails - NB6530

Minimal Red Swirls and Roses Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4542
Minimal Red Swirls and Roses Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4542

Silver Swirl Nails

Mirror Gel Nails
Mirror Gel Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Pink and Gray Valentine Nails
Pink and Gray Valentine Nails

Pauletta.nails

Color Splash Chrome Nails
Color Splash Chrome Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Flake and Glitter Matte Nails Design
Flake and Glitter Matte Nails Design

Matuszewsk.a

Green Textured Nails
Green Textured Nails

Alexandracojan.trainer

Baby Boomer Silver Stamping
Baby Boomer Silver Stamping

Blondivika_nsk

Gradient Floral Stamping
Gradient Floral Stamping

Blondivika_nsk

Silver Swirls for Pearly White Nails | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6678
Silver Swirls for Pearly White Nails | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6678

Simple Swirl Nail Art

Classy Brown and White Nails with a Wave Design | Fall Nails - NB5524
Classy Brown and White Nails with a Wave Design | Fall Nails - NB5524

Matte Nails with White Swirls Design | Swirl Nails - NB4516
Matte Nails with White Swirls Design | Swirl Nails - NB4516

Short Nails with Pink and Purple Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4561
Short Nails with Pink and Purple Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4561

Abstract Swirl Design for Hot Pink Nails | Hot Pink Nails- NB7616
Abstract Swirl Design for Hot Pink Nails | Hot Pink Nails- NB7616

Ocean Wave Nail Design for Conservation | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3252
Ocean Wave Nail Design for Conservation | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3252

Chocolate Swirlies
Chocolate Swirlies

Minea.nails

Line Art Swirl Nails with Portrait Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB2447
Line Art Swirl Nails with Portrait Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB2447

Square Swirl Nails

Summer Neon Gel Nails
Summer Neon Gel Nails

_beautbybee

Easy Stylish Nail Design with Swirls
Easy Stylish Nail Design with Swirls

Mari_mari_nailart

Mirror Gel Nails
Mirror Gel Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Coral Reef and Wave Pattern Nail Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB2825
Coral Reef and Wave Pattern Nail Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB2825

Minimalist Pastel Swirl Design for Square Nails | Marjani Customized Nail Designs- NB7513
Minimalist Pastel Swirl Design for Square Nails | Marjani Customized Nail Designs- NB7513

Gray Nails with Waves | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3288
Gray Nails with Waves | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3288

Pink and Gray Valentine Nails
Pink and Gray Valentine Nails

Pauletta.nails

Ocean Pattern on Blue and Nude Nails | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3249
Ocean Pattern on Blue and Nude Nails | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3249

Summer Swirl Nail Designs

Colorful Mix-Technique Nail Design
Colorful Mix-Technique Nail Design

Irina_rain

Blueberry Color Nails with Bubbles
Blueberry Color Nails with Bubbles

_beautbybee

Pink and Orange Swirls Accent Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4553
Pink and Orange Swirls Accent Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4553

Colorful Stiletto Nails
Colorful Stiletto Nails

Gallinaz_nail

Colorful Abstract Nails Simple Design | Abstract Nails - NB5499
Colorful Abstract Nails Simple Design | Abstract Nails - NB5499

Neon Abstract Nails
Neon Abstract Nails

Cdanails

Orange Spiral Swirl Accents for Pink Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4557
Orange Spiral Swirl Accents for Pink Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4557

Coral and Yellow Nails with a Swirl Accent | Coral and Yellow Nails- NB8204
Coral and Yellow Nails with a Swirl Accent | Coral and Yellow Nails- NB8204

White and Gold Swirl Nails

Gold Swirls on Pink Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4504
Gold Swirls on Pink Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4504

Nails Decorated with Gold Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4505
Nails Decorated with Gold Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4505

White and Gold Luxury Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4507
White and Gold Luxury Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4507

Gold Stripes on Short White Nails
Gold Stripes on Short White Nails

Mari_mari_nailart

Gold Swirls Design on Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4506
Gold Swirls Design on Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4506

Simple White and Gold Wedding Nails
Simple White and Gold Wedding Nails

Novikova.nailstudio

Short Nails White and Gold Swirls
Short Nails White and Gold Swirls

Ego_alinkha

White Floral Nail Design with Bright Colorful Confetti
White Floral Nail Design with Bright Colorful Confetti

Mari_mari_nailart

White and Silver Swirl Nails

Embellished Nails with 3D Silver Design | Swirl Nails - NB4499
Embellished Nails with 3D Silver Design | Swirl Nails - NB4499

Diagonal French with Swirls
Diagonal French with Swirls

Getman.nails

Embellished Silver Swirls Nail Design | Swirl Nails - NB4502
Embellished Silver Swirls Nail Design | Swirl Nails - NB4502

3D Silver Swirls on Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4501
3D Silver Swirls on Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4501

Swirl Toe Nails

What Are the Most Popular Swirl Nail Designs?

Abstract Swirl Nails
Pastel Swirl Nails
Rainbow Swirl Nails
Neon Swirl Nails
Mismatched Swirl Nails
Swirl French Nails

Retro Swirl Nails
Swirls and Double Tip French Manicure
Marble Swirl Nails
Glitter Swirl Nails
Heart Swirl Nails
Chrome Swirl Nails

How to Choose the Best Colors for Swirl Nails

When choosing colors for your swirl nail designs, it's important to remember what colors will work well together and which ones will clash. It is also important to consider the shades of each color as well as how they look on the skin tone.
If you're looking for something simple, try using only one or two colors with contrasting colors on top (like blue with orange). If you're looking for something more complex, try incorporating multiple colors into your design—just make sure they go well together! If you have never done a swirl design before, it may be best to start with fewer colors at first and work your way up to more complicated designs.
Here are some ideas for perfect colors and color combinations for swirl nails:

-Coral pink and mint green: These hues are both bright and cheerful, but they also have enough contrast between them so that neither one overwhelms the other. This combination works especially well with darker skin tones because it helps give them a bit more definition without being too overpowering or harsh looking.
-Light purple and dark blue: This color combination has a lot of contrast between its two shades but is still subtle enough not to be overwhelming on pale skin tones (which tend to look better with less contrast).
-Orange and white: These two colors work really well together because they have very different undertones. Orange has more yellow than white does, so it creates a nice contrast when paired with white.
-Red and black: These two colors also work well together because they have very different undertones. Red is more orange than black, so the red will pop against the black background in the design
-Yellow and purple: These two colors complement each other nicely because they're both warm tones with similar undertones (yellow has more yellow than purple does). The yellow will also help balance out any purple that might show through from underneath (which isn't always a bad thing!).

Tips for Swirl Nail Designs

Choose a base color that matches your skin tone. If you choose a light base color, it will make your nail appear longer, while dark colors will give it more depth and dimension.

Mixing two different shades of one color works well too! Just make sure they're not too similar, so they don't blend together into one big blur - keep them separate enough that they each have their own identity!

Don't use too many colors or too many shades of one color in your design. Too many hues can make your nails appear busy, which is not ideal for this type of nail art. Just stick with two or three shades at most!

Make sure that the design is symmetrical. You want it to look like two halves of the same whole, not two different swirls side by side.

Use less polish and add negative space. You don't want to cover the entire nail in polish; just enough to make it look like a full swirl.

Choose your nail shape and length carefully. Swirls can look good on all different kinds of nails, but they're not for everyone. You'll need to be careful that the swirl doesn't come out too thick and overpowering.

If you have a lot of nail experience, consider using a dotting tool to create the dots in the swirl pattern. It'll save time and help you get more detailed results. If not, don't worry—you can always use a toothpick or a similar tool!

Use two different colors for the main shape of your swirl, and then add a third color for accents. You can use any combo that you like, but we recommend sticking with three colors if you want to keep things simple.

Don't be afraid of negative space! While it might be tempting to fill in every inch of your nail with color, remember that the negative space can be just as important as the parts where there's paint—it gives the eye something to rest on between swoops and swirls!

The Best Swirl Nail Art Ideas

Colorful Swirls Nails Design | Birthday Swirl Nails - NB6084
Colorful Swirls Nails Design | Birthday Swirl Nails - NB6084

Glitter Nails with Colorful Swirls | Birthday Swirl Nails - NB6083
Glitter Nails with Colorful Swirls | Birthday Swirl Nails - NB6083

Orange and Pink Nails Swirl Design | Swirl Nails - NB4568
Orange and Pink Nails Swirl Design | Swirl Nails - NB4568

Orange Spiral Swirl Nails for Summer | Swirl Nails - NB4567
Orange Spiral Swirl Nails for Summer | Swirl Nails - NB4567

Black and Purple Nails with Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4566
Black and Purple Nails with Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4566

Orange Nails with Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4565
Orange Nails with Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4565

Purple and Pink Swirl Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4564
Purple and Pink Swirl Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4564

Pink and Purple Spiral Swirl Nail Design | Swirl Nails - NB4563
Pink and Purple Spiral Swirl Nail Design | Swirl Nails - NB4563

Dark Nails Pink and Purple Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4562
Dark Nails Pink and Purple Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4562

Short Nails with Pink and Purple Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4561
Short Nails with Pink and Purple Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4561

Pink and Purple Swirl Design | Swirl Nails - NB4560
Pink and Purple Swirl Design | Swirl Nails - NB4560

Pink and Purple Swirl Accents | Swirl Nails - NB4559
Pink and Purple Swirl Accents | Swirl Nails - NB4559

Nails with Orange and Pink Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4558
Nails with Orange and Pink Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4558

Orange Spiral Swirl Accents for Pink Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4557
Orange Spiral Swirl Accents for Pink Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4557

Orange Swirls on Pink Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4556
Orange Swirls on Pink Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4556

Short Pink Nails with Orange Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4555
Short Pink Nails with Orange Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4555

Orange Swirls Nails Design for Work | Swirl Nails - NB4554
Orange Swirls Nails Design for Work | Swirl Nails - NB4554

Pink and Orange Swirls Accent Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4553
Pink and Orange Swirls Accent Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4553

Pink and Orange Swirls Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4552
Pink and Orange Swirls Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4552

Pink Nails with Orange Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4551
Pink Nails with Orange Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4551

White and Red Swirls on Nails for Winter | Swirl Nails - NB4551
White and Red Swirls on Nails for Winter | Swirl Nails - NB4551

White Nails with Red Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4550
White Nails with Red Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4550

Nails with White and Red Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4549
Nails with White and Red Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4549

Red and White Swirls on Almond Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4548
Red and White Swirls on Almond Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4548

Red and White Swirl Nails for Winter | Swirl Nails - NB4547
Red and White Swirl Nails for Winter | Swirl Nails - NB4547

Glitter Design Red and White Nails with Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4546
Glitter Design Red and White Nails with Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4546

Red and Black Floral Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4545
Red and Black Floral Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4545

Glitter Nails with Red Swirls for Winter | Swirl Nails - NB4544
Glitter Nails with Red Swirls for Winter | Swirl Nails - NB4544

Matte Nails with Minimal Red Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4543
Matte Nails with Minimal Red Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4543

Minimal Red Swirls and Roses Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4542
Minimal Red Swirls and Roses Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4542

Red Swirl Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4541
Red Swirl Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4541

French Manicure with Red Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4540
French Manicure with Red Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4540

Swirl Accent Nail Design | Swirl Nails - NB4539
Swirl Accent Nail Design | Swirl Nails - NB4539

Baby Pink and Baby Blue Swirls Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4538
Baby Pink and Baby Blue Swirls Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4538

Pink and Blue Swirls Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4537
Pink and Blue Swirls Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4537

Short Pink and Blue Swirl Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4536
Short Pink and Blue Swirl Nails Design | Swirl Nails - NB4536

Nails with Swirl Accents | Swirl Nails - NB4535
Nails with Swirl Accents | Swirl Nails - NB4535

White and Pink Marble Swirl Nail Design | Swirl Nails - NB4534
White and Pink Marble Swirl Nail Design | Swirl Nails - NB4534

White and Pink Marble Swirl Nail Art | Swirl Nails - NB4533
White and Pink Marble Swirl Nail Art | Swirl Nails - NB4533

Chrome Nails with White and Pink Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4532
Chrome Nails with White and Pink Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4532

Pink Nails Swirl Design | Swirl Nails - NB4531
Pink Nails Swirl Design | Swirl Nails - NB4531

Swirl Design Stiletto Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4530
Swirl Design Stiletto Nails | Swirl Nails - NB4530

Almond Nails with White Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4529
Almond Nails with White Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4529

Pink Nails with White Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4528
Pink Nails with White Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4528

Chrome Nails with Pink and White Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4527
Chrome Nails with Pink and White Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4527

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FAQs:

1. Apply a base coat to protect your nails.
2. Apply the color of your choice, and let it dry completely.
3. Add another coat of polish, and let it dry.
4. With a dotting tool or toothpick, make small dots on each nail with the second color of your choice (this can be any shade you like!). The size of the dots will depend on how big you want your swirls to be—just remember that smaller dots are easier to paint over than bigger ones!
5. To make swirly designs in each dot, use either a toothpick or a cosmetic sponge (as long as it has been washed thoroughly first!). You can also use an actual paintbrush if you prefer painting with them instead—just remember to wash them thoroughly before using them again so they don't get dirty!
6. Once all your dots are done, add another coat (or two) over top them so that everything blends together seamlessly into one big swirled effect!
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