Is there anything more timeless than a crisp white manicure? We don’t think so. Whether you love a soft, creamy tone or a bold, bright white, this shade is effortlessly chic and fits every season and occasion. From classic French tips to minimalist nail art or sleek all-white looks, white nails are the ultimate blend of simplicity and sophistication.
To show just how versatile this color can be, we’ve rounded up 28 stunning white nail designs you’ll want to try right away. Get your screenshot finger ready — these looks are pure perfection.
1. Solid White Nails
Let’s kick things off with a solid white example. Here, you can see how bold the bright, colorless shade can look.
2. Bow and Pearl French
Combine the bow nail and pearlcore trends together to create a coquette manicure that’s simply adorable. The addition of pearl gems in the center of each bow really ties the look together.
3. Milky White French Stiletto Nails
White nail polish is expected in French manicures. What’s not is a monochrome sheer and solid white approach, as seen on this stiletto mani. We love the unique silhouette.
4. White Pearlescent Almond Nails
This pearlescent white almond-shaped manicure is perfect in our book. (And very fitting for the Y2K revival.)
5. Simple Studs
White polish and chrome powder already go together like peanut butter and jelly. However, as this manicure demonstrates, adding a few strategically placed rhinestones and pearls never hurts.
6. Abstract Art White Square Nails
Seeking a manicure that looks fit for a museum? Check out this long, square, bright white manicure with portrait-inspired marble nail art. The dew drop accents take it to the next level.
7. Hourglass Glam
This swirled, hourglass-shaped mani appears retro and modern all at once. The final touch of a teeny-tiny silver gemstone at the cuticle line adds a glam, formal vibe to the overall look.
8. Gold Star White Oval Nails
Who doesn’t love a gold star (or a few)? This fun white mani was created using bright, solid white polish and heavily pigmented gold.
9. Pink Peony White Nails
How romantic is this frosted white manicure? The dimensional pink peonies are so delicate, not to mention surprisingly easy to recreate.
10. Matte White Abstract Nail Art
To recreate the crisp lines of this abstract, negative space nail look, use nail tape and paper hole reinforcement stickers as stencils. Finish with a matte top coat, and you’re good to go.
11. White Negative Space Stripe Nails
Here’s another negative space white nail look we love. To create it at home, apply washi tape to bare nails and paint on two coats of white polish. Once dry, remove the tape and finish with a top coat.
12. Heart French
Heart nail art: Not to be reserved for just your Valentine’s Day manicure. In white, the romantic motif works year-round.
13. White Coquette Cherry Nails
The coquette trend is still going strong, so this milky aura-inspired nail look with 3D bows is a must. The cherries only add to its allure, considering red is one of the hottest colors of the moment.
14. Gold-Accented White French Tips
White and gold always look good together. For this nail look, start with your classic French, then use nail glue to adhere 3D gold accents.
15. Milky White Marbled Nails With Black Spots
We love how uniform yet unique this milky white manicure is. Look closely, and you’ll notice marbled accents, solid borders, and Dalmatian-inspired black dots.
16. White Chrome Double French Mani
For a fun take on the chrome French manicure, start with a glazed donut base and top it off with a double French accent.
17. Shimmery White
A classic pale white with a fine, glittery sheen will always be just that—a classic. The shade works for every nail shape and length, as well as season and occasion.
18. Milky White and Blue Aura Nails
This milky white and blue aura manicure reminds us of Cinderella. Meanwhile, the rhinestone dewdrop accents bring images of Ariel to mind. Needless to say, it’s a unique nail look that’s bound to turn heads.
19. White Gemstone Nails
Speaking of manicures fit for a princess: Instead of a classic aura center, this frosted mani uses rhinestones surrounded by gold dots for a magical end look.
20. Ombré Chrome
A soft, ombré fade that becomes more opaque towards the tip creates a soft, faux-white French effect. Needless to say, it’s a super romantic look.
21. White Doodle Nails
Here’s another cherry-accented white nail look we love. Even when white polish isn’t used all over, you can see how crisp it can make a manicure appear.
22. Wavy White Nails
Sometimes, just a few white swirls will do the trick. To recreate this look at home, opt for a gold-flecked base and use a fine-lining nail art brush to create the wavy accents.
23. White Butterfly Nails
To embrace the concept of transformation on your nails, consider this pink, white, and black butterfly manicure. It’s a bit more involved, so you may want to enlist the help of a pro (or at least someone with a steady hand).
24. White Swirl Nails
We love how simple yet stunning this white swirl manicure is. It reminds us of a colorless topographic map.
25. Written in the Stars
To achieve a similar constellation-inspired design at home, grab your preferred milky white jelly polish, a dotting tool, and an opaque white polish for nail art. If you don’t own a sheer white for the base, mix your white polish with a clear top coat to create a new sheer shade.
26. White Hot
As it turns out, flame nail art is just as fire in white as it is in red. To help the white polish stand out further, choose a nude bade that’s close to your natural shade.
27. A Complete Gem
Another way you can upgrade a classic white French tip is by adding vibrant-colored gemstones. Create a concise color palette of jewels in your favorite tones, as shown above, or choose to add gems in every shade of the rainbow.
28. Mod Florals
This floral nail set gives off mod, ’60s vibes that are simply groovy. Feel free to leave the look as is. But if you want to dress the design up, we recommend adding mini crystals or pearls to the center of each bloom.
