NaillyYour birthday is the perfect excuse to go a little extra. Here are ideas by style, from barely-there sparkle to full glam.
Simple birthday nails
- One glitter accent nail on a nude or pink base.
- Glitter French tips.
- A single gem at the cuticle of each ring finger.
- Pearl chrome over milky white.
Glam birthday nails
- Full glitter or chrome on every nail.
- Gems and charms on a few nails. See 3D charms.
- Long almond or coffin with an ombre and sparkle.
Themed birthday nails
- Your age: a small number on one accent nail.
- Crown or tiara accent.
- Confetti: multicoloured dots on a white or clear base.
- Cake or candles on one nail for a playful touch.
Birthstone colours
- January: deep red (garnet) · February: purple (amethyst) · March: pale aqua (aquamarine)
- April: clear sparkle (diamond) · May: emerald green · June: pearl or soft lavender
- July: ruby red · August: light green (peridot) · September: sapphire blue
- October: opal shimmer or pink · November: golden amber (topaz or citrine) · December: blue (turquoise, blue topaz or tanzanite)
Short birthday nails
On short nails, choose a strong colour with one sparkly accent rather than detailed art. More in short nail designs.
Want to see it before you book? Design the exact set in Nailly — shape, length, colour, finish and art on every finger — then send it to a real nail artist in your city who can claim it and book you. Live on the App Store for the US and Canada; everything is open for your first week, then it is one monthly membership.
Questions people ask
What are good birthday nail ideas?
Glitter or chrome nails, your birthstone colour, a number or crown accent, confetti dots, gems and a classic French with a sparkly twist are all popular.
What are simple birthday nails?
A nude or pink base with one glitter accent nail, a glitter French tip, or a single gem per hand look festive without much art.
When should I get my birthday nails done?
One to three days before your birthday, so they are fresh for photos. Book a week or two ahead if your birthday falls on a weekend.
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