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Every time it’s time for me to change up my nail color, I always default to Bubble Bath pink, by OPI. It’s a classic and unashamedly my favorite color. However, when I do want to switch things up to a more “daring” neutral, my favorite go-to is blue. Plus, there’s just something about blue nails that make sense all year round.
Whether you’re looking for a blue French manicure to try, a solid blue gel nail idea or a cute blue nail design, you’re in the right place! We’ve rounded up 27 cute blue nail ideas to take to your next nail appointment.
Keep scrolling to find your favorite and bookmark this post for when you’ll need it later.
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27 Super Cute Blue Nail Ideas
1. Short Square Blue Nails
If you’re looking for a classic, minimalist blue nail idea, then this is the one to try.
This LONDONTOWN nail polish in Poolside Dream is the perfect color for a summer vacation.
2. Blueberry French Tip Nails
Believe it or not, “blueberry nails” have been trending this season. Maybe it’s because it’s summer and blueberries are in season, but we think that these blueberry french tip nails are such an adorable idea.
3. Light Blue Nails with Flowers
Show off your summer tan with this pastel, baby blue nail polish. Add some cute floral details to the middle and ring finger for a summer vibe.
4. Baby Blue Chrome Nails
We love any variation of chrome nails, and think that these baby blue chrome nails are perfect for spring or summer.
5. Blue Squiggle French Tips
While a classic french tip nail design is always favorite, don’t be afraid to get adventurous with color and pattern.
Swap your white tip french nails with an electric blue color. Then use a nail design tool to add squiggle detail.
6. Quarter Moon Nails
Keep your blue nail design simple by adding a cute little squiggle. You don’t even have to go to a nail salon to recreate this look. This is something you could easily try at home.
7. Royal Blue Floral Nails
How stunning are these royal blue floral nails? We think these would be perfect for a spring or summer wedding or special event.
8. Blue Line Nails
Keep things simple with a minimal blue line detail.
This one is for all the girlies out there who love a neutral look, but are looking to add some color to their everyday natural nails.
9. Blue Toile Nails
Toile pattern is back and better than ever. We love how it’s made it’s way from the home design world and into the fashion and beauty space.
This design will definitely require a nail artist, but we think it’s such a unique pattern that will stand out.
10. Turquoise Blue Thin French Tip
Looking for a new french tip style to try this summer? If so, this thin turquoise blue french tip nail design is so classy and minimal — perfect for summer activities on the go.
11. Navy Blue Nails
Feeling moody? These navy blue nails are the perfect deep blue color and would look beautiful on any skin tone.
12. Two-Toned Blue Wave Nails
Feeling groovy? These two-toned blue wave nails are so unique and fun. They are perfect for the summer months, or when you’re feeling a bit adventerous.
13. Electric Blue Almond Nails
Almond nails are so classy, and we’re loving the style of nails with this electric blue color!
14. Powder Blue Manicure and Pedicure
Ugh…this powder blue color may be our new favorite blue color for spring and summer. It has some icy undertones and is such a cool, vibrant color.
15. Turquoise Blue Chrome Nails
Wanting to try the chrome nail trend? This turquoise blue color is absolutely stunning. Plus, we love the long almond shape of these nails. They are so dramatic, but sophisticated.
16. Blue Butterfly Nails
Take you’re natural nail up a notch by adding some gorgeous blue butterfly designs.
17. Blue Ocean Squiggle Nails
If you loved the blue squiggle nails above, but wanted a more minimalist approach to the design, try these simple blue ocean squiggle nails.
18. Seafoam Blue Almond Nails
Seafoam blue is such a stunning color for summer. It would look gorgeous on all skin tones, and be stunning on any nail shape.
19. Blue and Baby Yellow Reverse French Tip
Remember when the reverse french tip took over the internet several years ago? We were obsessed and even wore the look to our Senior prom.
When we saw this color blocked blue-baby yellow reverse french tip design we were immediately obsessed. It would be such a cute nail idea to have on a vacation to the beach.
20. Blue Moroccan Tile Nails
We love Moroccan tiles, but we never thought of putting the designs on our nails. We are surprised at how stunning it looks. This would 100% be a nail idea we’d copy for the spring and summer.
21. Blue Ombre Nails
Spice up your normal solid nail color with this blue ombre nail pattern.
22. Blue Sky Nails
How cute are these blue sky nails?
We are actually obsessed with how sweet and unique this design is. If you’re looking for a one-of-a-kind blue nail idea, this is the one to take to your next nail appointment.
23. Blue and Purple Glow Nails
Aura nails have been trending lately, and when we saw this blue and purple glowing aura combo is so fun and special.
24. Glitter Ice Blue Nails
Looking for an eccentric nail design for the winter months? If so, these glitter ice nails would be a stunning nail idea to recreate.
25. Blue and Orange Ombre Nails
When choosing multiple solid nail colors for your next nail design, think of pairing complementary colors together — like these blue and orange ombre nails.
Here are some more complementary nail colors to try:
- Red and Green
- Red-Orange and Blue-Green
- Yellow-Orange and Blue-Purple
- Yellow and Purple
- Red-Purple and Yellow-Green
26. Ice Blue French Tip Square Nails
After Christmas nails, comes winter nail designs. To give us a little happy during the day, we love finding nail colors and designs that are cheerful during the coldest months of the year.
These ice blue french tip nails are the perfect color and simple design for that time of year.
27. Blue Emoji Heart Nails
You don’t have to go bold with your design to make it cute. Pairing a neutral-pink nail color (like OPI Bubble Bath) with a colorful emoji design can be just as cheerful and expressive.
This post is all about cute blue nail ideas.
