These 11 Ombré Nail Designs Are Both Timeless and Trendy

Plus, they're super easy to do yourself.

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The ombré look isn't just for hair anymore. In case you haven't noticed, ombré nails are all the rage, and the options for color and design are endless. Unlike other types of designs that can feel overwhelming to execute and look a little too busy for some, this look is easy and seamless, and you can easily add your twist if you want to take it up a notch. Plus, if you want to DIY the look, all you need are two nail polish shades and a blending sponge.

To inspire your next manicure, we rounded up 11 of our favorite ombré nails.

Related: The Easiest Guide to DIYing Summer Ombré Nails

Icy Ombré

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Embrace the chill of the winter or keep cool in the summer, this icy ombré manicure kicks it up a notch with silver glitter specks throughout.

Neon Ombré

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Instagram @majalombauer

Cool-toned shades are a sure way to turn heads, and even more so when they come in bright colors. This look takes it a step forward by having three stand-out shades on each nail. From a bright baby blue base to a minty green and ending with a pastel yellow tip, this mani has us dreaming of warm weather days.

Lavender Ombré

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Instagram @disseynails

The nude to lavender transition is both seamless and classic, and thanks to the nude base, the grow-out phase will be nearly invisible.

Pink Ombré Tips

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Instagram @nails_of_la

We love a French manicure twist, and these pink ombré tips are giving major Barbiecore vibes. Copy this exact look with shades of pink, or change it up to match your favorite colors.

Vertical Ombré

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Ombré doesn't just have to go one way. For a unique take on the popular trend, try out this blue to lavender vertical look for some cotton candy inspired nails.

Glitter Ombré

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Instagram @disseynails

Glitter tips always look cool, and luckily, they're easy to do at home. Just paint your base in whichever shade you like, then start lightly dabbing glitter from the tip toward the bed of the nails. This way, the highest concentration of glitter stays on your tips and the remaining bit gently transfers into the rest of the nail.

Ombré Accent Nails

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Instagram @royalbeautee

If the ombré look is too much for you to have on every nail, keep it simple yet playful by adding a bright ombré accent nail. It's a great way to dip your toes into a trend while maintaining a look you're already comfortable with.

Black Ombré Nails

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Instagram @daria_gergus

Coffin nails already look fierce, and painted in this dark ombré makes them look even more badass.

Ombré French Tips

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Instagram @gossipandgloss

This roundup wouldn't be complete without an ombré take on the classic French manicure. Sleek and classy, this milky look is one you'll want to repeat again and again.

Red Ombré Nails

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Instagram @kathrinkonails

Take a step up from the classic red manicure to this two-toned look. It mixes bright red with a darker, moodier shade for a fierce combo.

Flaming Ombré Nails

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Instagram @ukiyo_nails

Not for the faint of heart, this nail art look brings the drama. Ask your nail tech for an ombré base and then add flames in a stand-out shade.

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