45 Valentine's Day Nail Trends for the Hopeless Romantic 

Very much like the holiday it celebrates, Valentine’s Day nail art ideas have evolved past the cheesy heart nail designs and sentiments. While red, baby pink, and white remain staple shades in these DIY creations, there are many reasons why you should incorporate nail colors like black, silver, gold, green, and more into your V-Day nail palette. Trendy nail designs that you might still have lingering from Christmas (think bows, shimmer, and jewels), can also make for a romantic glam nail look. The possibilities, just like in love, are endless.

So whether you're out on a romantic date or calling your closest friends for a night in filled with champagne and Love Island, there is a nail art for just about everyone. Below are the 45 best Valentine’s Day nail art designs that will warm your heart—even if you're cupid-averse. Scroll down to find the right one for you.

ROYGBIV 

Why settle for one shade when you can have them all? Nail artist Hang Nguyen takes inspiration from the rainbow and paints multicolored heart outlines on bare nails. 

Half-Hearted

As the old adage (a.k.a. the viral TikTok of the moment) goes, if it’s not interesting by color then it should be interesting by shape, then by texture, etc. Mix different finishes and shades of similar color, like this half glossy half metallic pink and green hearts, for a more dynamic nail look. 

Mini Hearts

If you’re a fan of all things mini or minimal, these adorable tiny heart designs are right up your alley. Opt for a white and black heart combo to match any Valentine’s Day outfit (and beyond). 

Heart of Gold

For minimal sparkle, we love this mini gold heart with a shimmer finish. Small but mighty, it makes a great impact on a bare nail. 

V-Day Rainbow

Simple and fun, the easiest way to achieve a chic Valentine’s Day nail is to paint each finger different shades of pink and red.

3-D Art

Celebrity nail artist Brittney Boyce gave Megan Fox’s bare nails the most simple upgrade by placing these rounded 3D hearts at the center. The translucent finish gives the decals a gem-like quality that’s just stunning. 

White Flames

Love can light a fire in your heart…and your nails. This intricate flame design morphs into a heart shape at the ends for a unique spin on the French mani. 

Charmed Life

Who doesn’t love nail charms? Up your Valentine’s Day nail game with something as unique as these semi-sheer droplets. 

Queen of Hearts

Celebrity nail artist Kim Truong creates this upside-down heart for a unique spin on the classic V-Day symbol and uses the tips of Kourtney Kardashian’s almond nails for the ends of the heart design. Set against a bare background for it to really stand out.

Minimal Geometric Shapes

Chic yet minimal, a simple geometric design in a Valentine’s Day red is all you need. Celebrity nail artist Zola Ganzorigt, who counts Hailey Bieber and Kendall Jenner as regular clients, adds a red rectangle to the corner to dress up a bare nail. The gold stud placed in the center is a nice added touch. 

Black Patent Leather 

Selena Gomez makes a strong case for making the classic black mani a staple in Valentine’s Day nail looks. Created by her go-to manicurist Tom Bachik, Bachik coins this the “patent leather mani.” Deep with a glossy finish, all you need is two coats of Essie’s Licorice black nail polish and you’re good to go.   

Dark Romance

A rose design by any other name would be just as sweet, but this intricate nail art by Truong has won over our hearts. The deep red with black outlines gives a moody romantic tone that we can’t stop obsessing over.

Minimal Floral

For the 2023 Met Gala, Truong kept Miranda Kerr’s nails simple and elegant. Truong opted for a bare glossy nail with an intricate floral design on a single nail. 

Pink Pearl Chrome

This semi-sheer pink chrome shade on short nails is minimal yet just as stunning as the bolder Valentine’s Day nail art on this list. A favorite for this holiday and well beyond. 

Aura Nails 

Call in the good vibes, love, and positive energy this Valentine’s Day with aura nails. Ganzorigt uses a mixture of magenta and pale pink on Madelaine Petsch’s almond nails for a really pretty look. 

Heart Cut-Out

Wearing your heart on your nails has never been easier. Dress up a red nail with a heart-shaped cut-out right in the middle. 

70s Disco

Natalie Minerva, celebrity and lead nail artist for Euphoria, created these disco nails with pink mirrored sequins for the perfect night out this Valentine’s Day. 

Coquette Bows  

Red French tips, strawberry glazed, coquette-esque bow details —Ganzorigt mixes all of our favorite nail trends in one super fun nail look.  

Peek-A-Boo Sparkle

J.Lo’s mauve mani is stunning on its own, but leave it to Bachik to give it an unexpected twist. Striking that perfect balance of subtle yet impactful, the “peek-a-boo” rhinestones placed on the inside of the long tips make for something more unique. 

Sweet Details

To incorporate heart decals in a subtle way, opt for heart-shaped French tips. If you want to take the look to the next level, paint on small red hearts that will really pop against a bare base. 

Red Nail Theory

What better time to manifest the love (or loves) of your life than on the actual day to celebrate romance? If you subscribe to red nail theory, dress up those classic red manis by leaving a bare half moon at the base of your nails for a more interesting design. 

Heart Eye

If you want to be on theme without going overboard, paint a single heart on one nail against a bare base and leave the rest with a full-coverage cherry shade. 

Strawberry Glazed Donut

Ganzorigt gives her classic glazed donut nail another delicious update. Opt for a pink iridescent shine for a more festive feel on the 14th. 

Bubblegum Shimmer

If your Valentine’s Day plans involve going out and dancing, these super fun “bubblegum disco” nails are the perfect fit. Bachik uses the bright pink Apres Nail gel color in Sweet Cheeks as the base and layers some shimmer from his Modelones Solid Gel Polish Palette for a sparkly finish. 

Ice Cold

A French mani and an adorable heart decal are really all you need for your Valentine’s Day nail look. Opt for a shade like this silver chrome for something more unexpected and cool. 

Strawberry Fields

A literal manifestation of strawberry girl makeup, these nails are super fun. Dress up a deep red metallic nail with cute strawberry 3D art designs. 

Pink Chrome Tips

Can’t ever go wrong with a French mani. This Valentine’s Day, opt for a deep pink shade for the tips with a super cool metallic finish. 

Red Hot

For a fiery spin on the glazed nail trend, opt for a red metallic shade. Bachik uses the PLA Gel Polish in Chai and Chai Again to get that deep red base and adds a golden glaze to give it that warm iridescent sheen. 

Rounded French

When in doubt, go with the classic French manicure. Opt for thicker rounded tips and a deeper pink base. 

Winter White

Another winter staple, white nails make for a perfect Valentine’s Day nail. Bachik paints on a bright shade on Selena Gomez’s square nails for a bright pop of color. 

3D Chrome

If you love pink chrome French tips as much as we do, give it some texture with these 3D swirls. 

Pink & Red  

Hang goes with a classic combo of cherry red and bright pink nails. She adds a heart-shaped outline at the base of the nail for a nice added touch. 

Abstract Art

Channel your inner Picasso and think outside the box when wanting to wear hearts on your nails. Place the design at the tips, on the side, at the base, wherever for a more unique spin on Vday nails. 

Barbie French

Truong gives Dua Lipa’s French mani a slight update by going with a deep barbiecore-inspired pink for the base. This makes the thin white tips look even brighter. 

Whimsical Vibes 

Give us pastel blues and pinks any day. Boyce mixes these colors on Megan Fox’s long nails for a dreamy aura nail look that we’ll wear beyond the 14th of February 

Dreamy Watercolor

A mix of lavender, pink, green, and orange in a watercolor wash effect just makes for a lovely nail Valentine’s Day nail look. 

Color Block

Pairing contrasting colors always makes for a dynamic look. Celebrity nail artist Queenie Nguyen painted a black half-moon at the base of the nail and a diffused airbrush effect on the tip against a dark neon pink base.

Hint of Shimmer

For some subtle shine without going all out, simply reach for a pink shimmer polish and focus coverage in the center of the nail. Have it fade as it reaches the edges for an aura-like feel. 

Rocker Edge

While we’ll always love a bright red French tip on a stiletto nail, these studded details just take the look up a notch. Perfect if you’re spending your Valentine’s Day rocking out to your favorite band. 

V-Day Marble

Mix shades of white, rose, and pink shimmer to get that mesmerizing marble effect that’s just pretty to look at. We especially love the gold flecks spread throughout for a nice finishing touch. 

Textured Red

Elevate a cherry red nail by adding some texture. Minerva coins this look as a “red croc” with raised curves and indents to give the nail a wild and animalistic feel that’s just super cool. 

Holographic Shine

There’s just something so mesmerizing about holographic nails and this iridescent pink with silver and blue specks makes for a stunning nail look. Add matching jewels at the base of the nail for added shine. 

Playful French

How fun are these Valentine’s Day nails? Dress up a multicolored French mani with contrasting colored hearts right at the top. 

Negative Space

For the minimalist at heart, these negative space lines are a simple way to dress up a natural nail. We especially love this oxblood shade from CND to give the whole look a romantic vibe. 

Bright Star

If hearts aren’t really your thing, opt for some jewels to give your basic mani some sparkle. This mix of magenta and white stones really pop against a bright bubblegum pink base.