Rebecca Puttock|Dec 6, 2019
One of the hottest nail looks to try this year is clear nails. Now you may be thinking clear nails? That doesn’t sound very exciting. However, this trend has transformed the simple idea into a statement making style! Now nail techs are creating stunning clear acrylic manicures. The longer clear nails look amazing, especially when worn with stylish nail art. To show how gorgeous clear acrylic nails can be, we have found 43 ideas that are super trendy right now. You will find sparkly nails, floral art, unique designs and more. If you didn’t love this trend before, you will after this.
1. Clear Acrylic Nails with Rhinestones
The first nail design that we have to show you is so glitzy and glamorous! Here we have long, clear nails that are adorned with silver shards, sparkles and rhinestones. It is a beautiful mani and it is perfect for the ladies who like bling. You can recreate this or maybe try just clear nails with rhinestones.
Source: @philglamournails
2. Clear Nails with Flames
This next idea is one of our favorite looks! The mani features clear nails that are decorated with orange flames. Flame nail art is so trendy and it looks amazing with the clear acrylic nails. This is a very stylish and fun look. Try a manicure like this or you could use different nail shapes. You can also use any color for the flames and ombre design.
Source: @newmoonnailsbar
3. Clear Butterfly Nail Design
Butterflies have inspired many nail designs and butterfly nail art is so popular right now. This next idea shows how to wear butterflies in style! Some nails are a bright purple shade and two are clear and are decorated with pretty butterflies. This is a bold and beautiful mani. Choose a similar look to this or have all clear nails with butterflies instead of the color.
Source: @longnailsdontcare
4. Floral Nail Design
Floral nail art looks stunning when worn with the clear nail trend. Don’t just take our word for it, check out this next idea. Here we have coffin shaped clear acrylic nails that are decorated with pretty pink flowers. As you can see, the flowers look amazing with the clear base and they both compliment each other perfectly. This is a beautiful nail idea that would be great for the spring and summer.
Source: @nailsbymaribel._
5. Clear Nails with Gold Foil
Next, we have a manicure that uses some of the must-have nail trends all in one look! Some nails feature pink and purple ombre art and the other nails are clear with a gold and silver foil design. We love the combination of this nail art. The ombre is so stylish and the clear base is so trendsetting. We love the mixed metal foils too. It is a modern and fun mani that will make a statement. You can, of course, recreate the look with different colors.
Source: @philglamournails
6. Cute Clear Acrylic Nails with Hearts
This next nail idea is so cute and pretty! For this look, two of the nails are clear and decorated with pink hearts, while the rest of the nails have an ombre effect. The hearts and pink ombre are such a beautiful combination! This is a stylish and easy to wear look. It would be a great mani for the spring and summer and it would be perfect for Valentine’s Day too!
Source: @toplinenails
7. Clear Accent Nail
If you love the butterfly nail art, then you need to see this design too! Here we have another way to wear butterflies. This time the nails are light and sparkly with one clear accent nail. The accent nail is decorated with stunning silver butterflies. We love the sparkles and butterflies with the clear nails because the mani looks so magical! Nails like these would be perfect for a special occasion such as the prom or a wedding.
Source: @allurasaesthetics
8. Stylish Orange Nail Design
Add a pop of color to your look with nails like these! This mani features a stylish orange nail design. Two nails are clear with added gold foils and smoky effect. The rest of the nails have ombre nail art. This is a colorful and fun way to wear the clear nail trend.
Source: @huequeennails
9. Nude Nails with Clear Tips
Next, we have a very trendy nail design to show you. This look features coffin shaped nails that are nude with clear tips. All nails are also decorated with sparkly rhinestones. The clear tips look amazing with the nude nail color. This mani shows how you can wear clear acrylic nails in a stylish and unique way. Recreate this or you can use any color with the clear tips.
Source: @thalyanails
10. Glamorous Clear Nails with Gold and Pink Art
Give your nails a super glam makeover with a clear design like this! All of the nails are light pink and two accent nails feature Louis Vuitton nail art. The nails are long and coffin shaped. We love this combination because the clear acrylic looks amazing with this sparkly pink design. The colors and small LV logos are so stunning and they create such a luxurious look. A mani like this perfect for the occasions where you want to wow! Products used: Butterlicious and #132 by Valentino Beauty Pure.
Source: @dreasnails
11. Clear Coffin Nails with Rhinestones
Next, we have another clear mani with a rhinestone design. For this look, the nails are long, coffin shaped and feature a different rhinestone pattern on two of the nails. We love this because the crystals really stand out because the nails are clear. It is a dazzling and gorgeous nail design that will suit everyone. It would be great for celebrations and parties. Try this look or create your own rhinestone design.
Source: @_allured
12. Coffin Nails with Gold Foil
If you love the nail designs with the glam foils, then you need to see this next idea. Here we have clear coffin nails that are decorated with a gorgeous gold foil design. As you can see, the gold looks so glitzy, luxurious and beautiful. You can recreate this or you can try clear nails with different colored foils, silver would look amazing. Also, you can have all clear nails with just one foil accent nail for a more low-key look.
Source: @newmoonnailsbar
13. Out of This World Manicure
This next nail idea is out of this world! All of the nails are clear and they are decorated with rhinestones, gold stars and moons. The moon and star embellishments create such a magical look and the rhinestones add a touch of sparkle and glamour too. This is perfect for those who love trendy designs and space. A mani like this can be worn for any occasion and it will suit everyone! You can buy nail decorations like these online.
Source: @sheadbeauty
14. Pretty Pink Nails with Butterflies
Earlier in the post we featured some amazing butterfly designs. If you loved those, then you need to check out our next idea too. For this look, some of the nails are painted in a light and pretty pink shade. The rest of the nails are clear with sparkles and colorful butterflies. It is a cute and beautiful idea. You can recreate this or have all clear nails with the colorful butterflies. Either way, your nails will look stunning.
Source: @thebrothersnailandspa
15. Clear Stiletto Nail Design
We love this next idea! Here we have stiletto nails and some are nude with clear tips and some of the nails are chrome. The clear tips also feature foils and glitter. This is one of our favorite looks because the colors are stunning, the chrome and clear nails are so trendy, and the foils add elegance and glamour. It is a trendsetting mani that will make you stand out from the crowd in style.
Source: @riyathai87
16. Elegant Nail Design
Next, we have another clear nail idea with a star design. For this look, two of the nails are clear and sparkly. There are also two nails with an elegant French ombre design. This is a stylish and pretty design. Try a similar look to this or you can try using different colors for the ombre design. For a subtler mani, you could add less sparkle.
Source: @simplybeauty_bridgend
17. Black Coffin Nails with Butterflies
Looking for something darker and more edgy? If so, this idea could be perfect for you. The nails all feature a different design including matte finish, gold foils, gold rhinestones and there is a stylish butterfly art too. We love the black and clear color combination. Try the whole look or just use one or two of the designs that you like.
Source: @newmoonnailsbar
18. Glitzy Nail Idea
The next nail idea features more stylish flames. This time the nails are all clear and most of them have different nail art. One nail has silver glitter ombre, the next is sparkly and clear with rhinestones, and the other nails are clear with silver flames. This shows how to glam up the flame nail art and how you can use flames to create different nail looks. A mani like this would be perfect for a party.
Source: @ileananailsii
19. Clear Acrylic Nails with Iridescent Shards and Ombre
If you like to wear ombre art, then you need to see this nail idea. Here have stiletto nails. Some of the nails are clear with iridescent shards and the other nails feature nude and yellow ombre. One nail on each hand is decorated with rhinestones. We love this because it combines two must-have nail looks. Recreate this or you can use different colors for the ombre.
Source: @sheadbeauty
20. Clear Nails with Silver Glitter
Add some sparkle to your look with a nail design like this! This mani features French ombre acrylic nails and two of the nails have a sweep of silver glitter. It is an elegant, sparkly and glamorous design that would be perfect for a special occasion. This mani would be a beautiful choice for trendy brides. Try this look or you can use a different glitter color.
Source: @dreasnails
21. Clear Red Nail Design
Next, we have a beautiful and stylish idea. This look features long coffin nails that are half nude and half red. The accent nail also has tiny rhinestones. It is a unique design and it would be perfect for parties. We also think this mani is great for the upcoming holiday season, it would look amazing for Christmas parties and NYE.
Source: @newmoonnailsbar
22. Pink Nails with Clear Tips and Different Shapes
The next nail idea features trendy ombre art. Here we have stylish nails that start pink and then the color changes to nude which creates a trendy ombre look. Clear nails on each hand are decorated with colorful circles and glitter. It is a trendsetting look that everybody will love.
Source: @newmoonnailsbar
23. Chic Nails with Sparkle
Last on our list of beautiful nails is this stylish nail design. The first half of the nails are pink and the rest are clear. There is a diagonal line separating the two colors. Each nail is also decorated with subtle sparkle and silver foil. It is a chic and trendy design that will look amazing one everyone.
Source: @philglamournails
24. Short Clear Accent Nails
Next, we have a pretty and elegant nail idea. Some nails have chic French ombre while the others are nude with clear tips. The nails with the clear tips are also adorned with flowers and sequins. This is a stylish and gorgeous nail design and you can recreate with or without the sequins and flowers.
Source: @auras_beauty_
25. Beautiful Butterfly Design
We love this next nail idea. The nails are long and clear with subtle sparkle. Each nail is also adorned with blue butterflies and flowers. This is such a pretty idea and the butterflies are perfect for the summer. You can buy butterfly nail stickers online and you can try the blue version or choose a color of your choice.
Source: @nailsbyhalex
26. Glitzy and Clear Nails
This next nail idea is another one of our favorites! The nails are long and clear with stunning sparkles. This is a gorgeous nail design and it is perfect for parties and special occasions. Try something similar or the design can be used on any nail length and shape. Longer and sharper stiletto nails would look amazing.
Source: @__beautay
27. Elegant Clear Nail Art Design
If you like more statement making nails, then you need to see this idea. For this look we have long coffin nails. The colors and decorations are stunning. This is a glitzy and glam mani and it is great for the special occasions.
Source: @hennasnailss
28. Nude Nails with Clear Accent Nails
Maybe you want to try the clear nail trend but you don’t like over the top looks? If so, this is for you. Here we have long nude nails with rhinestones which create a heart shape. There are also two accent nails that are clear and glittery. This allows you to try the clear trend in a more low-key way. Nails like these can be worn anywhere and they will suit everyone.
Source: @kleidys_nails
29. Bold Stiletto Nails
We love this next nail idea! The nails are long, clear and are covered in stunning embellishments. These nails are decorated with sparkly rhinestones in all different shapes and sizes. This is a gorgeous nail design and it is perfect for those who love bling and standing out from the crowd. You can create a version of this with rhinestones and flowers which can be bought online. Just stick them on with nail glue.
Source: @nails_va_
30. Clear Nails with Marble
Marble art is another very popular look and this is a cool way to wear it. The nails are medium length and coffin shaped. Each nail is clear and also has gold and purple marble art. This is such a chic and modern mani. You can find marble nail tutorials online and you can try the marble art in any color.
Source: @huequeennails
31. Pretty Purple Mani
Next, we have a pretty nail design to show you. Here we have clear coffin nails in purple and each one is decorated with sequins and butterflies. It is such an elegant and cute idea. You can buy sequin butterflies online in any color. So, you can recreate this or try a version of the design in a different color.
Source: @newmoonnailsbar
32. Stylish White and Clear Nails
This next nail idea is stylish and gorgeous! For this look, some nails are simply white while the others are clear with different nail art. One nail has a trendy white pattern and the other is covered in sparkles. This is a beautiful nail design and it will be perfect for the summer.
Source: @nailsbyleahp
33. Pink and Clear Ombre Nails
The next nail idea is so stunning! Here we have pink ombre nails. Instead of pink being paired with classic white for the ombre, the nail is clear instead! This is such a trendy and modern version of chic French ombre. Some nails are adorned with rhinestones and glitter, so the nails are very glam.
Source: @zack_pn
34. Stylish Clear Nails with Gold Stripes
Love gold nail art? If so, check out this mani. For this look, the nails are long and clear. The nails are also decorated with gold foils. It is a gorgeous and trendy nail idea. Recreate this or you could try silver foils and rhinestones instead. That will look magical!
Source: @huequeennails
35. Spring Nail Art Design
Next, we have such a pretty and colorful nail idea. Here we have long coffin nails. Some are painted light blue and the others are nude and clear. The clear nails have a pop of gold glitter and they are decorated with beautiful flowers. Nails like these are fun and beautiful. Recreate the blue look or use any bright color.
Source: @huequeennails
36. Sparkly Nude Nails with Clear Tips
Earlier we featured nude nails with clear tips. If you liked that idea, then take a look at this one too. These nails are mid length with rounder clear tips. All of the nails also have a bit of sparkle. It is an elegant, chic and classy nail design that will suit everyone.
Source: @amyle.nails
37. Gorgeous and Elegant Mani
The next nail idea is another elegant one. This time most of the nails have different designs. Some have French ombre art, some have glitter ombre and two of the nails are clear with flowers. All of the art is super stylish and the overall mani is trendy and classy. Nails like these will be perfect for a special occasion.
Source: @beaunailss
38. Dotted Clear Nails
We love this next idea! Here we have shorter clear nails. Each nail is the same and features lots of small dots which create an outline around the nail. It is such a unique and trendy idea! You can recreate this look using rhinestones, hand-painted dots or even with small studs. The possible designs are endless!
Source: @sayo_nails
39. Clear Nails with Hearts
If you like the clear nails with hearts, then you need to see this nail design. The nails are long with a coffin shape. Some nails are light pink , some have red tips and the rest are clear. Each clear nail also features beautiful and fun red hearts. This is such a stunning idea and the heart nail art is perfect for the Valentine’s Day. Recreate this or use any other color combination.
Source: @zack_pn
40. Clear Pink Nails with Strawberries
Love the fruity nail designs? If so, you need to see this. Here we have stylish coffin nails. All of the nails start light pink and end clear with strawberry slices. We love the colors and think this design is perfect for the summer. You can buy similar fruit slices online.
Source: @huequeennails
41. Clear Nails with Gold Foil and Rhinestones
Next, we have glam clear nails. For this look, all nails are long and clear. Some of the nails have gold foil while the other are jazzed up with rhinestones. We love the clear and gold foil combo, it is so chic and glam. Recreate a similar mani to this one or use the gold and clear designs on any other nail shape. You could even add silver foils for a mixed metal look.
Source: @chellys_nails
42. Pretty Pink Mani
Add a pop of color to your look with a mani like this one. Some nails are pink, some have ombre and each hand also has a clear nail with iridescent shards. This is a fun, stylish and vibrant nail idea. It is another mani that is perfect for the summer and even for events like festivals.
Source: @nailsbykrysten
43. Clear Nails with Blue Sparkles
Maybe blue is more your thing? If so, check out this mani. Here we have long nails and the nails are translucent blue and clear. Purple sparkles have also been added, and some nails are jazzed up with gold details. This is a stunning and bold mani and shows how to wear the clear nail trend in a different way. Recreate this or use a different color. Pink would look amazing as well.
Source: @cheyennesnails_
We hope you have been inspired by these chic clear acyclic nails!
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