If, like us, you're guilty of always sticking to your fail-safe nude nail polish, it's time to break out of your style rut and break open the reds. From pillarbox, to deep crimson, we have scoured Instagram to find the most drool-worthy designs which will make you want to reach for the bottle immediately. Plus we've tracked down some shades you can shop for an exact match.
Whether you're looking for acrylics or gels, cream or glitter, full design inspo or just colour recommendation, we've got every style and finish covered, to prove once and for all that red isn't just for December.
Some of these designs are so simple you could easily recreate them at home, some might be a little more challenging, and others will definitely require a salon appointment (unless you've got the kind of steady hand a surgeon would be proud of and the painting skills of Van Gogh).
Which seems unlikely...
You'll find inspiration in here from your favorite artists including Aja Walton and Chaun Legend. Not to mention some of the most talented studios around the world, including Paint Box Nails, which should be at the top of your NYC to-do list.
So go grab your nail polish remover and quick drying top coat and get painting your nails red. Just make sure you leave enough time for them to dry so you don't end up with the dreaded pillow creases.
We all know there's truly nothing worse than smudges on a freshly painted manicure... unless it's a flooded cuticle.
22 Red Nail Designs That Are Anything But Boring
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Red wine dipped
CONTINUE READING BELOW ↓watch nowWe love this twist on the classic French manicure, using two different shades of red.
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Red fog
Switch up your classic monochrome marble design with some crimson smoke.
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Barely there
ADVERTISMENT - CONTINUE READING BELOW ↓The perfect style for those who are a bit apprehensive, but still want to dip their toe in red waters.
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Cubism
For fingers that look like ~a work of art~.
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California dreamin'
ADVERTISMENT - CONTINUE READING BELOW ↓How cute are these '70s-inspired nails?
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Wrap it up
This intricate design may be impossible to recreate at home, but definitely worth booking an appointment for.
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Colour blocking
ADVERTISMENT - CONTINUE READING BELOW ↓We love the touch of neon green in this truly unique design.
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Traffic lights
Sheer acrylics are a great way of upgrading your classic bright red.
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Ombre finger tips
ADVERTISMENT - CONTINUE READING BELOW ↓Can't master ombre nails on yourself? Try fading your color finger by finger.
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She's French, Burgundy to be specific
Here's a sophisticated take on a colored French manicure.
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Lost in the maze
ADVERTISMENT - CONTINUE READING BELOW ↓Not quite sure if we have the skills to recreate this at home, but you can guarantee we'll try.
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Subtle tips
If you're looking for just a flash of red, this metallic design will make you feel like a superhero.
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Going dotty
ADVERTISMENT - CONTINUE READING BELOW ↓Use a nail dotting tool to plant the perfect circle over a nude base.
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Share the love
Give yourself the love you deserve with this simple heart design.
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Irregular shapes
ADVERTISMENT - CONTINUE READING BELOW ↓This is a whole optical illusion. Bored of coffin and tired of oval? We'll be filing our nails diagonally from now on.
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Flamin' hot
If you like your nails how you like your Doritos, this flame art manicure is the one for you.
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Cherry bomb
ADVERTISMENT - CONTINUE READING BELOW ↓Make it spicy, but keep it cute.
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Wavy lines
We're a bit obsessed with this manicure and not just because it reminds us of the Pepsi logo.
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Just do it
ADVERTISMENT - CONTINUE READING BELOW ↓There is no better symbol of the current '00s nostalgia we're experiencing, than the classic Nike tick.
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Tartan talons
Sorry, but how is this even real? The talent here is unbelievable.
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Sprinkle frosting
ADVERTISMENT - CONTINUE READING BELOW ↓Abstract Christmas nails? Or abstract Krispy Kreme? We're yet to decide...
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Scratch it out
One for you nail art amateurs. This cool jagged design is a twist on the classic French manicure.
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