Did you know that the manicure dates back to ancient Egypt? The original nail polish was comprised of beeswax, gelatin, egg whites, and vegetable dyes! It was also used to show social class.
Upper-class people had red manicures, and nude and neutral tones were used for the lower class.
Now manicures are available in any color and with any design! The nail art we use today would be inconceivable to the ancient Egyptians. Between delicate floral drawings and accent nails, manicures are more beautiful than ever.
If you’re looking for accent nail ideas for your next manicure, you’ve come to the right place! Read on for our top accent nail ideas!
1. Glittery Accent
We recommend a bit of contrast on your accent nails! It provides just the right amount of visual interest. For example, with a matte black manicure, consider a glittery accent nail on your ring fingers.
It will give you just the perfect level of shine without overwhelming your hand!
However, glitter nail polish is notoriously difficult to remove, so consider picking up this natural substitute for nail polish remover for quick removal.
2. Floral Accent
For a spring manicure, we love a floral design with daisies. It can take a long time to paint flowers on every nail, though. Use florals as an accent nail instead!
Pair your florals with a light, summery color like orange, yellow, or pink. Then, add single or double accent nails on your ring and middle fingers. Use a nude background, add white petals, and a bright yellow center.
3. Plaid Accent
Once you pick your base color, pick a few that match it, and then create a simple plaid on your accent nail. For example, if your primary color is green, paint four of your nails green. Then pair green with yellow and white for a simple plaid.
To execute this look, start with a nude base on your accent nail. Then, paint one, off-center, vertical green stripe. Then cross it with a white horizontal stripe toward the top of the nail.
Add a third, parallel vertical stripe in yellow. It should be close to the original green stripe. This creates a plaid design that looks more complicated than it is! And, you can use any color scheme you want.
4. Animal Print
Animal print goes with every color, so you can add an animal-themed accent nail to any manicure. Cow spot, leopard print, and tiger stripe are all great options for your accent.
For a full-on safari theme, pair your animal print with a green camouflage or desert sand color.
5. Marbled Accent
Pair your manicure with a water-marbled accent nail to create an artsy, dreamy look. Paint your accent nail white, then start the marble design with a cup of water.
Drop a few drops of different colored nail polish on top of each other. They should form concentric circles of polish, floating in the water. Then, use a toothpick to create waves in the shape.
Dip your white accent nail into the colored waves and remove it. Clean up the edges, and enjoy your marbled accent!
Paint Your Favorite Accent Nail Ideas Today
A great manicure is a perfect accessory to any outfit. Now that you know some of our favorite accent nail ideas, you can paint them yourself and enjoy a great manicure. You can’t go wrong with any of these choices, so experiment with the ones you like today!
If you enjoyed learning about these accent nail ideas, we have lots of fashion tips and tricks on our blog. Check it out for more!
