65 pink nails to try, from ballerina to Barbie
Pink nails are trending even a year after Barbie hit the big screen, because the shade will always offer up a whole gradient of covetable manicures. Milky pink and ballerina hues remain a popular go-to shade, but brighter fluoro pinks are picking up more and more ground as maximalist nails ditch low-key manis for something entirely statement.
Wherever you fall on the scale, pink remains one of the most versatile nail colours out there. Its spectrum stretches from delicate pale pinks, rosy blushes, tawny pinks and muted pinks, all the way to bold hot pink, neon, fuchsia, cerise and raspberry. That's a whole load of options for one shade to offer.
Within its kaleidoscope, it delivers neat, clean neutrals (like OPI's much-loved Bubble Bath), and white-pinks (CND's milky Romantique is a smash-hit among beauty editors).
Mid-toned pinks are pretty and delicate without being too shouty. Blush, rose and pink lemonade feel fresh and work year-round.
Or, there's the more audacious shades – watermelon and coral feel perfect for summer while vibrant hot pinks like Chanel's Diva and Nails Inc's Sun Street Passage, will give you holiday fingers and toes whether you're off on your travels or not. For autumn-winter, a berry pink can add some cosy sophistication.
And, if you're still not sure what colour to go for, wear a few on the same finger with an ombré design, or wear different tones on each finger with a gradient mani.
Here's 65 ways to wear pink nails…
Pink glass nails
A classic style, it’s hard to beat these super clean sheer pink glass nails if you’re a minimal mani lover.
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Pink guava nails
Summer’s fave shade for makeup and nails, it’s no surprise that guava pink has stuck around.
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Pink cat-eye nails
Who doesn’t love the hypnotising sparkle of a cat-eye nail? This pink set is fit for a fairy princess.
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Pink cat-eye hearts
The only way cat-eye nails can be beat is with super cute heart details on top. One to save for next Valentine’s Day!
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Pink stripe nails
A pink version of the beach towel nail trend, hot pink and baby pink come together in this fun, striped design.
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Pink floral nails
We love these retro floral details that give these guava pink nails some room to breathe.
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Pink polka dot nails
We told you polka dot nails would be everywhere this summer and this set might be our new fave – polka dot + ombre, what's not to love?
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Pink chrome nails
Barbie pink chrome nails, j'adore!
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Baby pink nails
Hot pink not your style? Try these soft baby pink nails instead.
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Pink cheetah nails
It’s giving Nicki Minaj “Super Bass” and we’re here for it.
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Pink sparkle nails
A different kind of sparkle to the shimmering cat-eye manicure, this baby pink set is jazzed up with glitter.
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Pink matte nails
A minimal mani that gives a dusty rose pink colour a clean, matte finish.
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Barbie pink nails
An all over hit of Barbie pink makes a bold statement and it's stunning, too.
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Mix n match Barbie pink nails
We love the mix n match blend of all-over Barbie pink with Barbie pink tips.
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Jelly Barbie pink nails
Level-up your mani by remixing the texture, this jelly interpretation feels modern and unexpected.
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Barbie pink nails
Short and squared off, the shape says “business”, but the colour says “fun”.
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Barbie pink nails
The longer, rounded shape adds elegant length to fingers.
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Barbie pink nails with red cuticle cuffs
Instead of a Frenchie, flip the script and opt for a statement cuff detail along the cuticle instead.
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Barbie pink nails
These short, glossy Barbie nails are cute and classic.
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Barbie pink nails
As much attention should be paid to nail care and cuticles as the colour itself, as shown in this immaculate Barbie mani.
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Barbie pink nails with fuchsia Frenchies
How cute are these chunky two-toned Barbie pink Frenchies?
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Barbie pink tips
If you want a bold Barbie pink, but you're more of a minimalist, just use it as an accent of delicate, slim French tips.
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Barbie pink tips
These squared off skinny Barbie Frenchies are sharp and smart.
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Milky pink nails
Not a fan of bright pinks? Milky pinks are a soft neutral that work with everything.
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Milky pink nails
These semi sheer milky nails look so sophisticated.
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Milky pink nails
We love these nearly naked milky pink nails, plus the extra length gives the illusion of longer fingers.
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Milky pink
This short, squared-off glossy milk pink mani will never not look classic.
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Cutie pink nails
This cutie pink shade sits somewhere between milky pink and Barbie pink. It feels softer, but still playful.
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Cutie pink Frenchies
For extra detail, add a white Frenchie to cutie pink nails.
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Mid pink nails
A soft mid pink is a very pretty way to go.
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Mid pink nails
This cut-out heart detail keeps things interesting.
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Mid pink nails
These elongated rounded mid pink nails make a mini statement.
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Heart pink Frenchies
Update a chunky pink Frenchie by morphing the bottom of the tip into a pretty heart.
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Gradient pink tips
Not sure which pink to choose? Go for a whole spectrum with a different shade painted Frenchie-style across each tip. Start from the darkest and move to the lightest.
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Gradient pink tips
Another beautiful rendition of pink gradient Frenchies.
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Gradient pink tips
These squared-off pink gradient Frenchies are super slick.
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Pink bow nails
Bow nails are one of the most popular nail designs right now, so it makes sense that we're seeing them played out in pink.
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3D pink bow nails
Take them to the next level with a trailblazing 3D element.
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3D pink jelly bow nails
These 3D jelly bow nails are equal parts cute and cool.
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3D pink nails
These 3D swirls feel futuristic.
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Hot pink 3D nails
Blend Barbie pink with 3D details for a fun futuristic mani.
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3D pink seashell nails
These silky pink seashell nails tap into the mermaidcore trend that returns each summer.
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Airbrush pink nails
Advances in nail technology mean these detailed airbrushed nails are within reach.
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Pink aura nails
Match your energy to your nails with this pink aura mani.
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Sheer pink nails
Sheer pink is a classic for a reason, it's a forever neutral that's delicate and soft.
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Sheer pink nails
These short sheer pink nails are so cute and sophisticated.
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Glazed pink nails
Update a soft pink with a modern glazed topcoat.
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Glazed pink nails
These strawberry glazed donut nails are stunning.
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Glazed pink nails
These pointed chrome sugar almond nails are everything.
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Chrome pink ombre nails
These delicate pink chrome ombre nails would look beautiful for a special occasion like a wedding or engagement.
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Gradient pink chrome nails
Again, when in doubt, pick five of your favourite pink shades, apply them gradient-style from light to dark, then upgrade them with a chrome finish.
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Chrome mid pink nails
These chrome mid-pink silky nails are gorgeous.
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Chrome rose pink nails
For a more muted take on chrome pink nails, this rose shade fits the bill.
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Glitter pink nails
Chrome may be sophisticated, but glitter is fun. And these glitz pink nails look phenomenal.
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Glitter pink tip nails
Take two favourites: glitter pink and Frenchies and create one very beautiful nail baby.
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Gemstone pink nails
If you're in your maximalist nail era, these studded pink gemstone nails give us everything.
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3D gemstone pink nails
For a slightly pared back take on gem nails, this scattered design is so sweet.
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Rose quartz nails
For actual gemstones, this rose quartz effect is mesmerising.
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Groovy pink nails
Channel the psychedelic '60s with this groovy pink nail design.
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Ombre pink nails
Rather than a gradient nail horizontally with a different shade on each nail, try an ombre nail with the colour morphing vertically from dark to light down your nail.
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Blush pink and florals
These sheer pink daisy nails are adorbs.
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Zebra pink Frenchies
Animal print nails continue to lead the trends and this pink zeb mani looks so stylish.
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Stiletto pink Frenchies
Balance this ultra sharp, spiky shape with a soft pink and white Frenchie, like Kim K.
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