In case you’re not familiar, acrylics are when your nail tech applies a liquid and powder mixture to your natural nails to extend them and give you that instantly glam look.
I used to avoid acrylics because I thought they’d ruin my nails, but that’s totally not true! Unlike press-ons and glue-ons, properly applied acrylics protect your nail beds. And unlike gels, they allow you to go long without fear of breakage (plus, they don’t take forever to take off). 🙌 Win-win!
The best part is acrylics let you get super creative with shapes, lengths, and designs. In this slideshow below, I posted 43 cute AF acrylic inspo pics ranging from fierce stilettos to trendy almonds. There’s glitter, rhinestones, holiday-specific designs, chrome —all the good stuff!
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1. Elegant Long Coffin Nails with a Soft Pink Base and Gold Stripe Accents
Elegant long coffin nails with a chic pink base, gracefully accented with thin gold lines for a minimal yet sophisticated look. Perfect for a touch of everyday luxury.✨
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2. Chic Baby Pink Coffin Nails with Glitter and Delicate White Heart Details
These coffin-shaped nails are a sweet symphony of pink, embracing both sparkle and subtlety. The glittered nails dazzle with a sugary pink texture, while the soft pink base of the other nails creates an ombre effect with a gradient that ends in a creamy white canvas for the dainty white heart crystals. This charming and girly manicure is the epitome of chic elegance.
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3. Long Coffin Nails with Pastel Easter Egg French Tips
Step into sweet sophistication with this lovely pastel French manicure. Each nail features a creamy palette of soft yellow, white, blue, and peach tips, accented with a playful sprinkling of delicate black dots. The French tips on these nails are meant to be reminiscent of easter egg candy! Yummy! 🐇
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4. Long Coffin-Shaped Ombre Nails with Peach to White Gradient
Embrace elegance with these long coffin-shaped nails featuring a seamless ombré transition from a milky white to a soft peach nude. The glossy finish adds a touch of sophistication, perfect for any occasion. Elegant and understated, they exude a timeless chic vibe.
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5. V-Shape French Tips with Iridescent Glitter and Chanel Rhinestones on Coffin Nails
Long coffin-shaped nails present a stunning interplay of soft pink and crisp white, creating a V-shaped French-tip effect. Some nails are sprinkled with iridescent glitter, adding a playful sparkle, while others feature holographic glitter and are adorned with Chanel logos made out of rhinestones, enhancing the overall glamour. ✨💅
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6. Long Coffin Nails with Swirled Pastel Marble Design
Embrace a dreamy aesthetic with these coffin-shaped nails showcasing a marble effect in pastel pink, lavender, powder blue, and mint green. The airy swirls of color come together for a soft and ethereal look, perfect for those who love a touch of whimsy on their fingertips. White hand-painted stars are reminiscent of a more springy galaxy nails manicure! ✨
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7. Glossy Ombré Coffin Nails in Soft Pink and Lavender Gradient
These long, coffin-shaped nails exhibit an elegant ombre transition from a soft pink to a subtle, milky lavender hue at the tips. So simple, yet so cute!
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8. Long Square Nails with Pink Base and Abstract White and Beige Swirls
Exquisite long square nails with a soft pink base. Each nail features an artistic wave of white and a delicate beige outline that enhances the overall elegance of the design. This manicure is a perfect blend of simplicity and sophistication.
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9. Long Cutout Nails with Delicate White Floral Accents and Sparkling Details
Long cutout-shaped nails present a translucent look (similar to jelly nails) with white detailing. The design features delicate white line art, with 3D floral accents and little pearls. Each nail exhibits a unique pattern that comes together for an elegant and cohesive look. Perfect for those who love a sophisticated yet understated nail art aesthetic.
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10. Stiletto Gradient Nails with Sparkling Butterflies and Celestial Accents
These long stiletto nails boast a dreamy pastel ombre, blending from delicate pinks to soft greens. Each nail is uniquely accented with a celestial charm, including twinkling stars and dainty hearts sprinkled throughout. Subtle glitter overlays add a magical touch of sparkle, while the accent nails are graced with iridescent butterfly appliqués that seem ready to take flight. The overall look is enchanting and playful, perfect for adding a touch of whimsy to any outfit. ✨🦋💕
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11. Long Cutout-Shaped Nude Nails with Luxurious Gold Charms
These long cutout-shaped nails boast a classy nude base, creating an elegant canvas for the exquisite white French and gold embellishments. Each nail is individually decorated with luxurious gold accents and delicate jewels that add a touch of opulence. The chic design is perfect if you definitely want your mani to make an impression! ✨
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12. Long Coffin Nails with Pink Floral Art and Gold Butterfly Charms on Glitter Ombre
Embrace a touch of elegance and whimsy with these long coffin-shaped nails. A soft pink base sets a feminine tone, complemented by delicate 3D white flowers with rhinestone centers that add a lovely textural contrast. The transparent tips are a playground of sparkling pink and gold flakes, sequins, and stars (not to mention the Louis Vuitton logo), creating a captivating, magical effect. A jewel-encrusted golden butterfly adds a statement of luxury.
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13. Long Square Nails with Red Hearts and Pink French with Red Outline
Long, square-shaped nails in a soft pink hue exude elegance, each featuring a subtle glossy red heart. The baby pink French tips are outlined with a thin stripe of the same red hue, for a minimalist design that creates a charming and romantic Valentine’s Day manicure. 💖
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14. Lavender Ombre Stiletto Nails with Floral Accents and Crystal Embellishments
Elevate your nail game with these stiletto-shaped beauties featuring a soft ombre transition from a pale pink to a creamy, glittery tip. Embellished with delicate 3D flowers, bows and a teddy bear, plus lots of heart and pearl rhinestones, these nails exude elegance with a touch of whimsy. Such an adorable, maximalist look!
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15. Stiletto Nails with Nude Base, Gold Swirls, and Emerald Embellishments
Elegant stiletto nails with a sophisticated twist. The glossy pink base paired with bold gold swirling lines exudes a modern flair. Highlighted by striking emerald gemstones on gold frames, this manicure is an epitome of glamour and style. These nails are sure to be a statement piece for any occasion.✨
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16. Pink Coffin Nails with White and Crystal French Tips
These long coffin nails present a pink nude base and clean white tips. On the two accent nails, the French is made out of an intricate cascade of silver gems, and white and pink flowers, creating a lavish statement piece. The nails exude a glamorous yet elegant aesthetic, perfect for making a bold fashion statement with a touch of sophistication. 🌸 ✨
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17. Matte Coffin Nails with White, Pastel Blue, Gold and Reindeer Accents
These medium length, coffin-shaped nails are a canvas of sophistication. The matte design alternates between a serene white cable knit effect and a soft pastel blue, each enhanced with a touch of gold foil for an extra glint of elegance. The subtle minimalist reindeer design adds a unique artistic touch, perfect for Christmas! 🎄✨
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18. Glossy Nude Cutout Nails with Metallic Blue French Tips and Minimalist Star Design
These striking cutout nails combine elegance with a bold twist. The nails have a nude base that is complemented by deep metallic blue French tips. Each index is accented with a single white star design, creating a sleek and modern celestial-inspired look.✨
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19. Baby Pink Coffin Nails with Glittery Red French Tips
Embrace elegance with these long, coffin-shaped nails. A soft pink base exudes sophistication, while the tips dazzle with a bold sprinkle of crimson glitter. The alluring contrast offers just the right touch of glamour for any occasion. Truly a classic choice with a sparkly twist. ✨
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20. Elegant Baby Pink Cutout Nails with 3D Flower Art and Crystals
These long, cutout-shaped nails boast a dreamy pastel pink base, with a touch of sheer elegance at the tips. Each nail features an intricate array of designs that include sparkling rhinestones, perfectly placed petals, and stunning 3D bows, giving a vibe of soft romance and sophisticated charm. These nails offer a beautiful blend of simplicity and ornate detail, perfect for making a feminine and stylish statement. 💖✨
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21. Glossy Pink and White Stiletto Nails with 3D Bow Accents
These long, stiletto-shaped nails boast a stunning two-tone French tip design, combining a classic white tip with an adorable pink bow detail on each. The sheer nude base allows the natural beauty of the nail to shine through, creating a sweet and sophisticated look that’s perfect for any occasion. Elegant and playful all at once! ✨
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22. Glitter-Dipped Nude Coffin Nails with Pink Sparkle Tips
These long coffin-shaped nails offer a chic look with their nude pink color, combined with a tasteful sugar-effect pink sparkle on the tips. The super-cute French adds a touch of glamour to these acrylic nails, and I’m in love! 🌟
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23. Sculpted Cutout Nails in Sheer Pink with Edgy Black Lattice and Bows
These cutout nails boast a chic and edgy look, with a sheer pink base that sets the stage for bold black accents. Some nails feature an intricate lattice design, while others display delicate pink bows tied neatly at their tips, providing an unexpected but harmonious contrast of sweet and sassy. The overall effect is stunningly sophisticated with a playful twist.
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24. Super Long Stiletto Nails with Pink, Lavender and White Ombré Design
These super long, stiletto-shaped nails are super striking! The nail beds are coated in a glossy, pink translucent hue (like jelly nails), that transitions into clear tips with crisp white, lavender and pink lines. The blend of colors creates an eye-catching effect that’s going to be impossible to ignore!
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25. Sheer Pink Stiletto Nails with 3D White Cable Knit and Bow Accents
These almond-shaped nails present a soft, pink nude base, creating a perfect canvas for the striking white cable knit pattern and 3D bows. A super adorable wintry manicure.
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26. Stiletto Nails with White French and Red Heart Accents
These stiletto-shaped nails boast a chic nude base with a playful touch of romance, featuring a small red heart accent at the base of each white French tip—simple yet charmingly elegant. These are the perfect Valentine’s Day nails IMO!
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27. Matte Pink Cutout Nails with Brown French and Floral Accents
These cutout-shaped nails are a canvas of creativity with a pastel pink base and brown French tip look. Each nail features charming floral designs with a mix of soft shades and playful patterns, giving a fresh and breezy vibe that’s perfect for a springtime aesthetic. The matte finish makes this mani whimsically charming! 🌸
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28. Translucent Pink Cutout Nails with French Tips, Pearls and Holo Glitter
Embrace elegance with these cutout-shaped pink nails, each boasting a glossy finish and a touch of sparkling holographic glitter. Accented with intricate pink swirly designs and tiny pearl rhinestones, these nails offer a perfect blend of sophistication and shine. A luxurious choice for any occasion! ✨🌸
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29. Lavender Ombre Stiletto Nails with White Accents and Silver Lattice
These stiletto nails make a chic statement with a delicate lavender and white design. The ombre effect transitions smoothly from pink to lavender, complementing the white French tips beautifully! Meanwhile, the pearls and the white and silver lattice designs add a playful contrast to the dreamy pastel palette! ✨
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30. Elegant Baby Pink and White Square Nails with Gold Glitter and Gemstones
Embrace elegance with these square nails featuring a soft palette of white and nude pink. The design incorporates white nails with a sleek finish, while the nude pink base comes alive with artistic swirly line art in white and golden glitter. Subtle ombre effects add depth, and white hand-painted dots and stars adorn the gradient nails. ✨
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31. Long Coffin Nails with French Tips and Subtle Rhinestone Accents
Elegance meets simplicity in these long coffin-shaped nails. Flaunting a sheer nude base, each nail gracefully transitions to a white tip with an ombre effect that is enhanced by the solid white outline. A subtle touch of glam is added with a single small rhinestone near the base, creating a minimalist yet luxurious look. Striking and beautiful manicure! ✨
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32. Long Coffin Nails with Pink Ombre, Gold Accents, and Star Charms
These long, coffin-shaped nails are the epitome of luxurious style. A nude-pink gradient creates a chic, natural look, while the tips are dipped in high-shine metallic gold, exuding glamour. Each nail is embellished with a single, tasteful gold star, adding a touch of celestial charm to this elegant manicure. Perfect for anyone looking to infuse their look with a dash of sophistication and a hint of sparkle. 💅✨
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33. Luxurious Long Coffin Nails with Black, Gold Glitter and Rhinestones Accents
These long, stiletto-shaped nails boast an eclectic mix of elegance and glamour. The soft pink base is elevated with luxurious gold glitter shapes and refined by sophisticated 3D floral appliqués. Complementing the floral art, some nails feature intricate crystal embellishments and gold adornments, creating a dazzling effect. This manicure is a true blend of ornate details and modern chic, perfect for making a glamorous statement. ✨🌸
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34. Crystal Embellished White French Tips with 3D Flower Art on Long Coffin Nails.
This stunning nail design boasts an elegant coffin shape with a glossy finish. A soft nude-pink transitions to pure white tips, creating a classic French manicure effect. The look is elevated by delicate 3D white flower accents and rhinestone embellishments, adding a touch of sophistication and sparkle. These nails are a perfect blend of timeless style and modern flair. ✨🌸
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35. Classic French Tip Cutout Nails with 3D Pink Bow and Gold Details
Elegant medium length cutout nails with a classic French tip design. A subtle touch of glamour is added with a delicate golden glyph and a 3D pink bow embellishment. Perfect for a polished, sophisticated look with just a hint of playful charm. 💅🎼🎀
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36. Baby Pink Long Square Nails with 3D Bows and Pearl Embellishments
Embrace elegance with these long, square-shaped nails in a soft pink hue. Adorned with an exquisite combination of 3D white bows and pearls, the designs create a look of sophisticated charm that’s perfect for any glamour aficionado. The subtle accent of crisscross pink patterns adds a touch of unique artistry, completing this feminine and polished manicure. Simply enchanting! ✨
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37. Luxurious Long Coffin Nails with Sparkling Pink Crystal Accents and Delicate White Floral Embellishments
These long coffin nails are so stunning! A soft pink base pairs exquisitely with glitter accents and a gentle ombre effect. Crystal embellishments and pearls are strategically placed for an opulent touch, while delicate white flowers add a romantic flair. This manicure is a dazzling ode to femininity and luxury. 🌸✨
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38. Elegant French Tips with Baby Pink Base and Subtle Gemstone Highlights
These elegant cutout-shaped medium nails showcase a classic French tip with a modern twist. The soft pink translucent base is perfectly complemented by the creamy white tips, while a delicate touch of sparkle is added with dainty crystals near the cuticle area for a refined yet glamorous look. Perfect for any occasion where sophistication is key. ✨
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39. Long Coffin Nails with Pastel Blush Base, Glitter Accents and 3D Flower Art.
These long, coffin-shaped nails present a luxurious blend of elegance and sparkle. A soft blush base sets a delicate stage, with one nail featuring an intricate white floral design centered with a crystal. Another nail is graced with a glamorous cascade of rhinestones, creating a striking contrast of texture and shine. A single nail is adorned with a sparkling sugary glitter overlay that exudes a subtle yet sophisticated charisma, while the other nails feature classic white French tips. The overall look is a harmonious symphony of refinement, perfect for any occasion where making a statement is key. Simply exquisite! ✨
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40. Cutout Nails with White and Red Glitter French, Rubies and Floral Accent
These cutout-shaped nails present a stunning French manicure with a modern twist. The nails feature a nude base paired with crisp white tips. Each nail is uniquely accentuated: one showcases a sparkling red glitter French tip, another is adorned with a delicate white 3D flower, while others are subtly embellished with tiny rubies near the cuticle area. This manicure elegantly plays with texture and color for a beautifully crafted look. Perfect for adding a touch of sophistication to any outfit! 💅✨
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41. Long Cutout Nails with Nude Base, Beige French and Fall Floral Design
Embrace the allure of autumn with these stunning long cutout nails! The set features a nude base, with three of the nails accented with delicate gold glitter specks at the tips. Floral accents in earthy brown, cream and burnt orange tones add an elegant and seasonal touch over the other nails which sport a subtle beige French. Simply enchanting!
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42. Baby Pink Jelly Cutout Nails with Delicate White Floral Accents and Pearls
These long cutout-shaped jelly nails boast a glossy baby pink base. They feature an elegant design with some nails having white floral art and delicate petal details. Subtle pearl embellishments create a charming and feminine look that’s perfect for any season!
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43. Long Coffin Nails with Glossy Nude Base and White French Tips Accented by Delicate Bow Details
Elegance meets contemporary in these long, coffin-shaped nails. A nude pink base exudes simplicity, perfectly complemented by the crisp white tips for a classic French manicure look. Adding a touch of whimsy, delicate white bows accentuate the design at the bottom of the French, creating a look that’s both refined and playful. I’m obsessed! 🤍
