No matter your nail length and shape, these gradient manicures looks amazing.
When ombré first become popular a decade ago, critics called it a fad. But the gradual transition from one color or shade to another is a style that has stood the test of time — ombré isn't going anywhere. From hair highlights to home decor, this pretty gradient trend is everywhere. And lucky for us, it's also one of the easiest nail styles to recreate at home.
What's great about this type of manicure is that it's so versatile. Whether you're a classic black and white girl, you like show-stopping bright colors, or you're looking for an excuse to whip out your brand new pastel colors, there are some many different ways to wear an ombre nail— plus, it's one of our favorite spring nail designs. For inspiration for your next ombre manicure, check out these ombre nail colors and ideas below.
- Orange to Pink
With hot pink, blood orange, and peach, this fun, tropical color palette will keep you warm even as the weather gets colder.
2. Stargazing
Try a sparkly silver top coat with black tips for a night sky-like mani. You'll end up with a manicure as pretty as the stars!
3. Pink Skies
By adding a couple of minimalist designs (like these pink clouds/stripes) you can seriously upgrade your standard ombre gradient.
4. Purple to Pink
Shades next to each other on the color wheel, like purple and pink, always make a flattering transition.
5. Star of the Show
For an over-the-top ombre, try some colorful glitter and stars! Start a third of the way down for an easy application.
6. Subtle Green
On the other hand (no pun intended), ombre doesn't have to be over the top to look great. The subtle forest green to mint transition is as natural as it is striking.
7. Holographic
How mesmerizing is this manicure? It's achieved by using a holographic chrome powder over a beige base.
8. Chilly
Perfect for winter, this ombre combination features a sheer, shimmery white blending with an icy blue. Try China Glaze Nail Laquer in White Cap and Too Yacht to Handle for a similar effect.
9. Vertical Ombre Accents
Ombre doesn't always have to go from base to tip, as proven by these accent nails, which feature a gradient light purple from left to right.
10. French Fade
Often called "baby boomer nails" for reasons we're not entirely sure about, this increasingly popular ombre look features the traditional French manicure in a dreamy gradient style.
11. Dipped in Gold
A touch of gold chrome nail powder built up from the middle of the nail to the tips adds a glamorous touch to bare or nude-polished nails.
12. Slightly Speckled
The transition from off-white to almost-black in this manicure is made even cooler thanks to ever-so-tiny speckles.
13. Sunset
Just a touch of ombre at the tips of these nails convey the feeling of a sunset, perfectly complementing the tropical nail art accents on the ring fingers.
14. Matte
A glossy ombre is gorgeous, but matte looks just as amazing, especially when there's only a slight shift between the shades.
15. Sherbet Pastels
Why use just two shades? If you've got super-long nails, there's room for more! This blend of five pastel shades, topped off with Sinful Colors' Hazard, is the ultimate ombre manicure.
Source: goodhousekeeping.com
