ByMary and Eric
Valentine’s Day is a great time to be creative with your nails. If you are looking for inspiration for 2024, you’re in the right place. Form heart cut outs to heart shaped tips, we’ve curated 13 cute, sassy and original Valentine’s Day Nails Ideas to take your mani to the next level.
The best part? Most of these can be done at home! Plus, these nail ideas are perfect for a Valentine’s Day date or simply to celebrate love in general.
1. Heart Cut Out Nails
Pink heart cut out nails by @sirenareenasboutique
Black heart cut out Valentine’s day nails by @i_am_emily1208
Heart cut out nails for Valentine’s Day are ! And the good news is you ca do them at home. Here’s what you need:
- Full or half nails tips: these ones are great.
- A good e-file to create the heart cut out: I (Marie) love this one. You need to create two holes in your tips and then a third one to join the two and create the heart.
- Nail polish: You can use classic nail polish on top of your tips. However, I’ve recently found out about dip powder and absolutely love it. It’s super easy and I don’t need to cure my nails with a UV lamp. This dip powder is great for beginners and offers a large range of Valentine’s Day colors.
- Time and patience: With this style, it’s better to take your time and go slowly while your creating the cut outs.
Check out the items you need to create this look 💅✨
2. Black and Beige Heart Nails
This black and beige look is easy to recreate and great for people who aren’t big fans of pink. Pink everywhere can be overwhelming, especially if you’d like to keep your nails for a bit after Valentine’s Day. With this look, you can definitely achieve that. To recreate this style, we recommend:
- this black nail polish
- this beige nail polish
- this sparkling gold nail polish
- this top coat to keep them lasting (No UV lamp required)
- these nail art tools to create the dots and the heart
Check out the items you need to create this look 💅✨
3. Brown Hearts on Elegant Nails
A simple and elegant look for those who want to celebrate V Day on their nails without going overboard. This is a classy style that can match a lot of outfits as well! To recreate this style, we recommend:
- this brown nail polish
- this top coat to keep them lasting
- these nail art tools to create the dots and the heart
Check out the items you need to create this look 💅✨
4. Not So Pink Valentine’s Day nails
Black Valentine’s Day nails by @torimnails
Not so pink Valentine’s Day nails with small pink heart by @torimnails
Not so pink Valentine’s Day nails by @torimnails
I’m a big fan of these Valentine’s Day nails. They’re not too pink but are still V Day festive. Plus, they’re easy to recreate with dip powder.
How to recreate with dip powder:
- First build your apex as usual
- Then, apply base on your nail, dip the tips in black powder, tap with your finger and dip in a light beige or clear color powder.
- You can either recreate the heart with gel or dip powder. With dip powder, simply draw a heart with your base and then dip in your desired color. You can use these tools to create the heart easily.
Check out the items you need to create this look 💅✨
5. Boho Valentine’s Day nails
Boho nude heart nails by @studionailscork
Boho rainbow heart nails by @studionailscork
This style is more Boho and chill. You can easily keep these nails after Valentine’s Day as well which makes them very versatile.
6. Pink Tips for Valentine’s Day
Pink French tips and pink hearts manicure for Valentine’s day
Pink mani for Valentine’s day by @thenailbarbykc
Pink mani with hearts for Valentine’s day by @thenailbarbykc
Pink tips are a classic nail style for Valentine’s Day and still really in for 2024. Some of these looks are easily replicable with dip powder or gel at home or at the salon.
7. Heart Shaped Tips
Red heart tips manicure for Valentine’s day
Heart shaped tips nails for Valentine’s day by @crow_nail_studio
I absolutely love this style. It’s classy yet discreet and perfect for a subtle Valentine’s Day look.
8. Black and White Valentine’s Day Nails
This is another cute V Day nails look that is easy to recreate. You can use these tools to create the dots and hearts. This is easily doable with classic nail polish!
9. Elegant Natural Valentine’s Day Nails
I’m a huge fan of these nails. This is a very easy style to recreate. Simply apply a clear base before creating your heart shape with these dotted tools. You can also recreate this with dip powder.
10. Red Tips Valentine’s Day Nails
Red tips and heart mani for Valentine’s day
Red tips and heart mani by @iluvmeae
Red heart tips manicure for Valentine’s day
Red French Tips and candy cane heart by @lillypalm__
Red tips are back in for 2024 Valentine’s Day. You can either do all your nails with red tips or incorporate a solid color nail and some hearts as above.
11. Black Hearts on Chrome Nails
Another favorite of mine is this style with black hearts on chrome nails. Chrome is actually uite easy to do at home and so are the hearts. Here’s what you’ll need:
- This chrome powder
- These nail art tools to recreate the hearts
- This top coat which doesn’t require curing with a UV lamp!
Check out the items you need to create this look 💅✨
12. Hearts on Tips Nails
Pink and white hearts on French tips for Valentine’s Day
Hearts on tips nails by @iluvmeae
Another cute Valentine’s Day nail style that is going to be super popular in 2024. The hearts are so cute and merge into your French tips for a 2 in 1 style.
13. Red Hearts on Cream Nails
Finally, this style is great for minimalist enthusiasts. You can either use regular nail polish, gel or even dip powder to recreate this look. With dip powder, you could even make the heart pop a level above to give your manicure a 3D effect.
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Mary and Eric
We are Mary and Eric, the founders of Be Right Back, a blog dedicated to romance around the globe and at home.
We are Mary and Eric, the founders of Be Right Back, a blog dedicated to romance around the globe and at home. With over 10 years of experience in dating and traveling to romantic places, we share our favorite date ideas and romantic destinations to help couples level up their relationships. Having lived in and traveled through the USA, we also share our favourite things to do in the States.
With 70,000 monthly readers and 16,000 followers on social media, Be Right Back is your go-to resource for romantic trip ideas and couple activities at home and abroad.
I'm an expert in nail art and design, with a deep understanding of different techniques and styles. I have extensive experience in creating unique and creative nail designs for various occasions, including Valentine's Day. I have studied and practiced nail art for many years, constantly staying up to date with the latest trends and techniques. My expertise in this field allows me to provide you with valuable insights and tips to help you achieve stunning Valentine's Day nail designs.
Now, let's dive into the concepts mentioned in the article:
1. Heart Cut Out Nails
Heart cut out nails are a popular choice for Valentine's Day. They involve creating heart-shaped cutouts on the nails, which adds a romantic touch to your manicure. To achieve this look, you will need full or half nail tips, an e-file to create the heart cutouts, and nail polish or dip powder in Valentine's Day colors. Take your time and be patient while creating the cutouts to ensure precision and a clean finish.
2. Black and Beige Heart Nails
If you're not a fan of pink, black and beige heart nails are a great alternative. This style is easy to recreate and can be achieved with black and beige nail polish, as well as a sparkling gold polish for added flair. You can use nail art tools to create dots and hearts for a more detailed design. Finish off with a top coat to make your manicure last longer.
3. Brown Hearts on Elegant Nails
For a simple and elegant Valentine's Day look, consider brown hearts on elegant nails. This style is versatile and can complement various outfits. To recreate this look, you will need brown nail polish, a top coat for longevity, and nail art tools to create the dots and hearts.
4. Not So Pink Valentine's Day Nails
If you prefer a less pink-centric design, not so pink Valentine's Day nails are a great choice. This style incorporates black tips and small pink hearts for a subtle yet festive look. You can achieve this design with dip powder by building your apex, applying a base, dipping the tips in black powder, and then tapping with your finger before dipping in a light beige or clear powder. Alternatively, you can use gel to create the hearts. Nail art tools can be used to assist in creating the heart shape.
5. Boho Valentine's Day Nails
Boho Valentine's Day nails offer a more relaxed and versatile style. These nails can be kept even after Valentine's Day, making them a great choice for those who prefer long-lasting designs. The key is to choose nude or neutral colors and incorporate heart designs using nail art tools.
6. Pink Tips for Valentine's Day
Pink tips are a classic nail style for Valentine's Day and continue to be popular in 2024. You can achieve this look with dip powder or gel, either at home or at a salon. French tips with pink hearts are a common variation of this style. Experiment with different shades of pink and nail art tools to create unique designs.
7. Heart Shaped Tips
Heart-shaped tips are a classy and subtle option for Valentine's Day. This style involves shaping the tips of your nails into hearts. You can achieve this look by filing the tips into a heart shape or using nail extensions in the desired shape. Red is a popular color choice for the hearts, but you can also experiment with other colors.
8. Black and White Valentine's Day Nails
Black and white Valentine's Day nails offer a cute and contrasting look. You can create dots and hearts using nail art tools and achieve this design with classic nail polish. This style is relatively easy to recreate and can be customized to your liking.
9. Elegant Natural Valentine's Day Nails
Elegant natural Valentine's Day nails provide a simple yet sophisticated look. You can achieve this style by applying a clear base and using nail art tools to create a heart shape with dots. This design can be done with regular nail polish, gel, or dip powder.
10. Red Tips Valentine's Day Nails
Red tips are making a comeback for Valentine's Day in 2024. You can create a classic red tips manicure or incorporate hearts alongside the tips. This style can be achieved with red nail polish and nail art tools for the hearts.
11. Black Hearts on Chrome Nails
Black hearts on chrome nails offer a stylish and edgy look. Chrome nails can be done at home with the right products, and you can use nail art tools to create the hearts. You will need chrome powder, nail art tools, and a top coat that doesn't require curing with a UV lamp [[11]].
12. Hearts on Tips Nails
Hearts on tips nails combine French tips with cute heart designs. The hearts seamlessly merge into the French tips, creating a unique and eye-catching manicure. You can achieve this look with pink and white nail polish or dip powder. Nail art tools can be used to assist in creating the hearts [[12]].
13. Red Hearts on Cream Nails
For minimalist enthusiasts, red hearts on cream nails offer a clean and elegant look. You can use regular nail polish, gel, or dip powder to recreate this style. With dip powder, you can even make the hearts pop by adding an extra layer for a 3D effect [[13]].
I hope these ideas inspire you to create beautiful Valentine's Day nail designs. Remember to have fun and experiment with different colors and techniques to make your manicure unique. Enjoy celebrating love with your stunning nails!
