24 Cute Pastel Nail Designs for Spring and Beyond
This post is all about cute pastel nail designs to inspire your spring mani!
When I think of springtime nail designs, pastel nails immediately come to mind. While floral nails are often associated with the season, there’s just something about pastel nails that always makes me feel so happy inside.
I’ve been getting pastel nails done every spring for the past few years, and I thought it’d be fun to share some of my favorite designs that make me feel like a princess. I usually opt for short to medium-length nails because I find them super chic and they really match my personal style.
But if you’re more of a long-nail girly, don’t worry! Most of these adorable pastel designs can easily be recreated on longer nails too—just ask your nail tech to adjust the design for a longer shape!
Enough of me yapping, let’s get right into these cute pastel nail designs!
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24 Super Cute Pastel Nail Designs You’ll Love
1. Pastel Tips and Flowers
There is something classy and fun about a nail design that combines French tips and colorful flower designs. This nail design right here is simple but not boring, which is what you should be looking for if you’re more into simple nails. Alternating the pastel colors to create French tips will make your nails look more interesting than if you were to use one pastel color. Combine that with two accent nails with flowers that match the pastel tips and you’ve got yourself an effortlessly chic spring pastel nail design. Whatever shape you prefer, this is a mani that will suit any nail shape, and I love how changing the nail shape also adds a different charm to the nail design.
2. Pastel Yellow Nails
Are you a lover of short nails? Then this is a mani you can’t miss out on this spring. The soft pastel yellow shade is enough to brighten up your fingertips (and your life honestly!) When it comes to spring nail ideas, obviously you’re going to see flower designs on everything. And that is honestly the fun part because you can take any other nail design you find on Pinterest or Insta and flowers to it and it will be screaming spring. And to make it even better, you can either do cherry blossoms, daisies, or any other flower depending on what you’re into.
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3. Simple Pastel Nails
When you want to keep your nails simple but super cute, an accent nails are a must. Choose any pastel shade you like, paint your nails this color and leave one or two accent nails. On the first accent nail, do a simple design that combines the negative space trend with a swirl nail design. It’s super simple but makes a huge difference in elevating the look of your nails. On another accent nail, you can do the exact same design or switch things up by painting it a completely different shade.
4. Pastel Purple Nail Design
Here is another pretty nail design that uses accent nails to take the whole mani to the next level. The accent nails with dainty flowers break the pattern, which makes the rest of the fingers stand out as well. I love how simple the little flower designs are and how the nude base takes center stage, which gives the nails a touch of that clean girl nails trend. Also, can we talk about how magical the end result is when you mix both the glossy and matte finishes on the same hand?!
5. Pastel Flower Designs
I’m in love with the subtle mix and match vibe this nail design is giving. Sometimes playing around with different designs and combining them instead of settling for one is how you achieve the nail design of your dreams! I usually do this when I’m having a hard time choosing between two inspo photos and it’s something that will change your nail game if you’re indecisive like me. Ask your nail tech to combine the designs and vibes of your inspo photos and she will work her magic! You could even find one inspo photo for each nail and then build the design together with your nail tech depending on what you want that specific nail to give.
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6. Pastel Yellow and White
This color combo is unexpected but I’m out here obsessing over this specific nail design. I don’t know whether it’s the flower designs or the pastel yellow that makes me think of lemon when I see this photo, but something about this pastel nail inspo is giving me major lemon vibes. It’s the kind of nails that will instantly brighten up your mood simply by looking at them. Start with an allover coat of pastel yellow on your thumb and pinky. Then, do a slanted double French tip combined with an allover coat of white on the middle finger and add a touch of spring by doing packed flower designs on the ring finger. This kind of fresh nail design is the perfect way to get into the spring spirit after long winter months of muted nail colors.
7. Pastel Skittle Mani
Are you having a hard time choosing which pastel shade to paint your nails? Why not combine all of them to create a spring perfect skittle nail design? Skittle nails are colorful nails that feature a different color on each nail to kind of give the same vibe as a bag of skittles. What I love about this nail trend is that you can do it all year long by using different seasonal colors. This pastel skittle nail idea is absolutely perfect for spring, but it can also work during summer months. And the best part is that you can easily achieve these nails at home since they require no intricate designs!
8. Pastel Green Nails + Beige
Most spring nails have a minimalist vibe to them and it’s no exception for this pastel green and beige nail inspo. The allover coats of pastel green and beige are already perfect together, but there’s just something special about this abstract swirls on the accent nails. The combination of the two same shades creates consistency and perfectly complements the rest of the nails. Also, I’m obsessed with the earthy vibes these nails are giving and how the perfect contrast between the two colors makes this mani stand out without being overpowering.
9. 3D Pastel Nails
3D nails have been trending lately and they are absolutely not going anywhere anytime soon. This pastel version screams spring and will have you loving everything about this popular nail trend. What makes these nails captivating is not just the 3D flowers but the combination of the classic French tips with the aura nail trend with the 3D elements. Aura nails and 3D nails are like the IT GIRLS of nail designs right now so combining them will create a mani that will have you showered in compliments.
10. Pastel Pink Nails
For a feminine nail design that will have you feeling like a real life princess, look no further than this nail idea. Pastel pink French tips are painted on each nail, except for the ring finger which is an accent nail. The hibiscus design on the accent nail adds this tropical vibe but while still maintaining the feminine elements. The nails are fun and understated and the tropical elements make them perfect for a spring break vacation or even a summer vacation.
11. Daisy Accent Nails
I’m in love with how these nails have the perfect blend of elegance and playfulness. The pastel purple has like this calming effect while the daisy designs on the accent nails bring in that fresh springtime element to resemble springtime blooms. It’s a simple but fun nail design perfect for when you want something classy but not boring. Also, can we talk about how the yellow center of the daisies adds a nice pop of color to the accent nails?!
12. Pastel Skittle Nails + Florals
If you’re craving a fresh and playful nail look, a pastel Skittle mani with dainty flower designs along the cuticle is the perfect pick! Each nail features a soft pastel hue, like lavender, mint, peach, or baby blue, creating a cheerful, candy-inspired vibe. Make this design even more unique and cute by adding delicate flowers at the edge of the nail polish, leaving the cuticle area bare for a modern, minimalist twist. You could also do the very opposite of this design by doing skittle French tips in your favorite pastel shades and then adding the flower designs right at the edge of the French tip. The beauty of these pastel nail ideas is that you can tweak them to match your favorite nail look.
13. Rhinestone + Floral Combo
Take your nail game to the next level with a chic floral design featuring rhinestone accents! This method involves painting delicate flower designs on your accent nails, using soft or bold shades for the petals. Instead of the usual colorful dot for the center, a small rhinestone is carefully placed to create a touch of sparkle and glamour. The rhinestones catch the light beautifully, adding a sophisticated yet playful vibe to your manicure. And the best part? This design works wonders on both short and long nails. You could keep the rhinestones and flowers on a minimalist side or go all out depending on what you like. For example, you could switch things up and go for big colorful flower designs with much bigger rhinestones as centers for a touch of 3D but to also make a statement.
14. Butterfly Nail Designs
Am I the only one who feels like butterfly nail designs are the epitome of spring?! I mean they are vibrant, full of life, and whimsical, which is exactly what spring is all about! Delicate butterfly designs honestly add a very much appreciated touch of nature to your fingertips, making them perfect for blooming flowers and sunny days. And I just love how you can easily get them done according to your preferred nail style, length, and shape.
Go bold with colorful, full-wing designs that cover the entire nail, or keep it subtle with tiny, minimalist butterflies accenting one or two nails. Feel like you can’t easily paint them yourself? Don’t worry girl, that’s what butterfly nail stickers are for! Add a soft pastel background for a dreamy, ethereal look or a clear base for a modern, airy feel. Butterfly nails are as versatile as they are beautiful!
15. Pastel Skittle Nails + 3D Hearts
For a fun and eye-catching nail design, try using 3D heart stickers to give your mani a pop of texture and lovey-dovey charm! This technique involves carefully placing the 3D hearts onto your painted nails, then sealing them in with a matte or glossy top coat. The top coat smooths over the sticker, creating the illusion that the nail itself is shaped with a heart on top. How genius is that? Plus it’s so simple anyone who is in their DIY era can easily achieve this design at home! This design works beautifully with soft pastel shades and is perfect for when you want to elevate a regular skittle mani! It’s a chic way to add dimension and style, perfect for date nights, Valentine’s Day, or when you simply want to spread the love!
16. Cutesy Spring Florals
Spring florals are always a stunning way to celebrate the season, and this design takes them to a whole new level with a soft, nude base and colorful pastel flowers! The accent nails feature delicate blooms in shades of pink, orange, pastel yellow, baby blue, and purple that just give major spring garden vibes. I’m in love with how these vibrant florals stand out beautifully against the nude background, giving a fresh, sophisticated vibe. And can we talk about how the rest of the nails are painted in a calming pastel purple shade? That shade of purple just ties the whole look together with an elegant, cohesive feel.
17. Abstract French Tip on Accent Nail
If you’re looking for a more fun way to upgrade the regular French tip design, try an abstract design with circular pastel swirls that seamlessly blend into the tips of your nails. What’s cuter than soft, swirling curves in shades of pastel green, lavender, baby blue, and pink? They just create this playful yet sophisticated effect that is perfect for the girlies who love their nails to be chic. I’m honestly obsessed with how these whimsical swirls give the nails an artistic, free-spirited vibe, making them stand out in the best way! To complete the look, paint the rest of your nails in Skittle-inspired pastel colors, each one a different hue to add a fun, colorful balance to the abstract tips.
18. Realistic Floral Designs
When I want my nails to give chic and elegant for spring, I always go for realistic floral designs on accent nails. No, I’m not even kidding when I say that realistic floral nail designs are an absolute MUST for spring. Just picture your nails with lifelike flowers painted in soft pastel shades like blush pink, lavender, and pale yellow—it’s like having a mini garden right on your fingertips! You could even keep it very simple with a color like white instead of making the florals colorful and it would still be stunning! The best part? Pairing these gorgeous blooms with a nude base gives your nails the chicest minimalist vibe while letting the florals really shine. Then, add soft pastel colors to the rest of your nails for the ultimate pastel perfection! If you’re not sure you can nail (pun intended!) the intricate details at home, don’t worry—treat yourself to a visit with a nail tech, and they’ll work their magic to bring these dreamy floral designs to life.
19. Pastel Swirls
Aren’t these pastel swirl nails the dreamiest spring you’ve ever seen?! I just love how multiple swirl lines in soft shades like mint green, lavender, baby blue, and pale yellow elegantly flow across the nails. The nail design is like equal parts sophisticated and playful! To make the design even more fun and whimsical, use the negative space around the swirls to paint half white daisies with sunny yellow centers. The contrast between the abstract pastel lines and the delicate daisies creates a fresh, cheerful look that’s perfect for spring. This combo strikes the perfect balance between artistic and sweet—guaranteed to have everyone asking to see your nails!
20. Textured Flowers
If you’re looking for the most gorgeous spring nails ever, you need to try this almond design with a shimmery nude base and dainty 3D pastel flowers! The shimmer just gives the nails this soft, glowy, super chic vibe, and then—wait for it—you top them with the cutest 3D flowers in pastel shades like lavender, mint, peach, and pink. It’s like a mini spring garden on your fingertips! The best part? These textured florals are created using DVOK’s Canvas Gel, which gives them that amazing raised, dimensional look.
21. Funky Nails
Spring is the perfect time to have fun with your nails, and a funky mix-and-match design is the ultimate way to show off your playful side! Start with a chic nude base and top it with quirky pastel elements like cute smiley faces, dainty mushrooms, and tiny butterflies for a whimsical vibe. I recommend keeping things fresh and unexpected, like they did in the inspo photo above, by breaking up the pattern and adding purple French tips on a few nails. It’s the perfect way to balance the funky details with a touch of classic elegance. This combo is fun, creative, and totally screams springtime joy!
22. Coquette Nails for Spring
This spring, give your nails a soft, romantic upgrade with coquette-inspired details. You could go for classic coquette colors like blush pink, pastel lavender, or creamy ivory or throw in some fun brights like pastel yellow. This specific mani keeps everything super simple with a nude base, pastel yellow Frenchies, and pink bows, but you could also add subtle accents like tiny pearls, 3D bows, or baby roses to create a look that feels feminine without being over-the-top. I also think that a touch of lace detailing or a simple heart design can also bring a vintage charm to the manicure.
23. Baby Blue + White
Baby blue and white are honestly such an unbeatable spring color combo—light, fresh, and so effortlessly stylish! These shades pair beautifully together and can be used in endless designs to match any vibe. One stunning option is the mani above, which is achieved by alternating French tips on accent nails, with some featuring baby blue tips and others in crisp white. To elevate the look, add dainty baby blue or white butterflies right below the French tips for a whimsical touch. You could also try a minimalist look with a baby blue base and tiny white polka dots or a white base with delicate baby blue florals. Whether you go bold or keep it subtle, this duo guarantees a cute clean girl nail design that will have you obsessively staring at your nails this spring.
24. Pastel Flames
Now, if you want a cute pastel nail design that is elegant, eye-catching, and screams spring in the best way possible, try pairing a nude base with pastel flames as French tips! This trendy twist on the classic French tip nails adds just the right amount of edge while keeping things soft and demure. Choose pastel shades like lavender, mint, yellow, or baby blue for the flames to create a subtle, spring-ready mani. I’m in love with the contrast between the neutral base and the vibrant, wavy flame tips. This is a very modern nail design and it just manages to be bold, fresh, and chic all at once which is even hard to imagine! Try it out this spring and watch everyone swoon over your nails!
This post was all about cute pastel nail designs. Which pastel nail idea are you excited to try this year? Let me know in the comment section down below!
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