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8 lovely nail designs to wear on Valentine’s Day

Treat your nails this February with some sweet nail designs


JANUARY 28, 2020 6:21 PM EST

 Valentine’s Day 2020  is almost here and whether or not you’re celebrating with someone special or treating yourself to ~all~ the gifts because you are a straight up Queen, this day of love calls for some manicure inspiration. Think about it, only in February is it socially acceptable to get a nail design with Cupid’s arrow or a delicate drawing of a sweethearts candy. To properly pamper yourself ahead of Valentine’s Day, here are eight nail designs that will have everyone in your life swooning.

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Pretty in Pink and Gold

Everyone will be wearing pink on Valentine’s Day, but make your pastel pink nails stand out with a teeny tiny gold stud. It’s subtle, but hella cute.

Try it with: Essie’s Pinked to Perfection and Metal Gold Nail Studs

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Red and Gold

Sure pastels rein supreme during these festivities, but if you’re down to be edgier, try a red and gold sideways mani.

Try it with: OPI’s A Little Guilt Under the Kilt and Dazzling Dew Drop

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Red Hot

You can never go wrong with a matte top coat, especially when wearing a bold red. Pro-tip: After applying your favorite red shade, apply one to two coats of the matte coat for a unique finish.

Try it with: OPI’s Matte Top Coat

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Cupid’s Arrow

For all those obsessed with Valentine’s Day, try this Cupid’s arrow design that’s fun, flirty and totally easy to create with a pack of nail stickers.

Try it With: Gold arrow nail art stickers

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Pink Hearts

Add a pop of fun to your pink manicure with a set of—you guessed it—heart stickers.

Try it with: Olive & June’s Beach Party decals

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Picasso Baby

Top off your pink nails with a unique abstract design. Unless you’re skilled with a pencil, you might want to enlist the help of your manicurist for this one.

Try it with: Essie’s Couture Curator polish

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Sweethearts

Model your Valentine’s Day manicure after the holiday’s favore candy: Sweethearts. Bonus points if you add some sweet messages on a nail or two.

Try it with: Olive and June’s Cotton Candy Set

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French Manicure

Take your frenchie to the next level by swapping your white polish for a sultry red across the tip. It’s a different take on the classic mani that will guarantee you some lovin’.

Try it with: Revlon Clear Nail Enamel