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January 4, 2024

15 Trending Acrylic Nail Design Ideas

Hey there!  Are you looking for the latest acrylic nail design ideas that are both chic and stylish?

Great!  You’re in the right place.

These trendy acrylic nails feature timeless styles that look great year round.

They work on popular coffin nail shapes as well as simple, short or almond shapes as well.

For more information on a particular design, follow the source links directly below the images.

Let’s get to it!

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#1) Neutral Nude Acrylic Nail Design Idea

acrylic nail design idea

Source: The Trend Spotter

These classic gorgeous nails are seen everywhere right now!

Celebrities and influencers are rocking with these classy coffin shaped nails in nude and neutral colors that effortlessly compliment everything.

#2) Chrome Details on Neutral Colored Nails

neutral nails

Source: Elina.Nails.Art

Adding personality and detailing to neutral nails is another trending acrylic nail design idea.

These beautiful milky nails look incredible with subtle varying chrome designs.

You can replicate this design using any combination of complimenting neutrals.

#3) Ombre Acrylic Nail Design Idea

Source: @beautyspace_charlotte

If you have trouble picking just one nail color, consider a collection of coordinating acrylic nail colors for a chic ombre nail pattern.

This fun color pattern adds dimension and directional movement towards the lighter edges of the pinky nail.

#4) Chrome Tipped Light Colored Nails

chrome tipped nails

Source: Pinterest

A french tipped nail can go so far beyond the classic white tip.

Consider a neutral colored base nail with a chrome or colored french tip for an unexpected and trendy design idea.

#5) Glitter Fade Acrylic Nail Design Idea

acrylic nail design idea

Source: Finesse Nail Arts You Tube

Glitter faded nails look incredible on any base color.

Consider going for a bold base color for an edgy and cool effect, like the black and gold combo above.

They are neutral enough to wear year round, but would be a killer New Years Eve manicure.

#6) Crystal Rhinestone Nail Base Details

nail details

Source: Elina.Nails.Art

I just LOVE this acrylic nail design idea.  It’s so simple, yet so chic. 

Adding a gem rhinestone to any base color adds interest and detail making a classic manicure instantly feel custom.

#7) Geometric Neutrals Acrylic Nail Design

Acrylic Nail Design Idea

Source: Lauren Erro

This understated geometric acrylic nail detail looks incredible.

The soft toned colors keep the design from overpowering the neutral base shade for a contemporary look.

#8) Frosted White Neutral Nail Fade

white nail fade

Source: Pinterest

White nails look incredible year round, and you can’t go wrong with the frosted white base detail on these milky white nails.

Whether glitter or matte color, adding a base detail always looks incredible.

#9) High Gloss Chrome Trendy Acrylic Nail Design Idea

acrylic nail design idea

Source: @safinailstudio

Chrome is in, and trending all over the place!

These acrylic nails stand out from the rest with their high gloss shine and bold color detail.

Simple and gorgeous!

#10) Bold Black Nails With Glitter Top Coat

black glitter nails

Source: @aanchysnails

Black nails are the new neutral, and with a glitter top coat they add dimension and sparkle.

These nails would look incredible over the holidays or for a dressy black tie event.

#11) Trendy Foil Tipped Acrylic Nail Design Idea

acrylic nail design idea

Source: Justnails.pl

The creative and edgy application of foil accents are so popular right now.

They look incredible pressed onto a colored base, or used as a creative acrylic nail tip design as pictured above. 

#12) Dual Tipped Angular Acrylic Nails

french tipped coffin nails

Source: Joanna Rahier

This modern effect on a classic french tip is just so chic.

You can play with a number of color combinations to compliment the season for a fun angular effect.

#13) Popular Matte Mauve Acrylic Nails

acrylic nail design idea

Source: Pinterest

Matte nails are so hot right now, and most of the time you see them in varying shade of mauve.

From light to dark, the matte honed texture looks incredible and contemporary.

#14) Trending Milky White Acrylic Nail Designs

Source: Glamour Magazine

If you’re unsure of what acrylic nails you want, consider starting with the classic milky white nails.

They are incredibly trendy, and literally go with everything.

#15) Chic Black Tipped Almond Nails

almond nails

Source: With Houna

Maybe you’re ready for an edgy and creative look with these custom black french tipped acrylic nails.

They look amazing on almond shaped acrylic nails but would work on short or coffin nails as well.

Happy Acrylic Nail Designing

I hope you found some design ideas that you are excited to try!

You can’t go wrong with any of these trendy and chic nail design.

But, if you’re looking for something more seasonal check out the posts below…

  • 15 Classy Short Nail Design You Can Wear Year Round
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  • 15 Festive Christmas Nail Designs
  • 15 Adorable Valentines Day Nail Ideas
  • 17 Pinch Proof St. Patrick’s Day Nails
  • 11 Cute & Trendy Spring Nail Ideas
  • 15 Fresh Pastel Easter Nails To Try
  • 15 Fun Summer Nail Ideas To Try
  • 15 Chic Thanksgiving Nail Ideas
  • 20 Crazy Fun Spooky Halloween Nails
  • 20 Gorgeous Fall Nail Design Ideas

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