Speaking of pastel ombre nails, this dreamy gradient is another gorgeous way to play up the soft colors with the mesmerizing ombre effect. Nadia Alicia created this nail design using OPI Nail Lacquer in My Very First Knockwurst, I'm Such a Budapest and Butter London Nail Polish in Kerfuffle.

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You know that friend who just got engaged and will do anything she can to flaunt the rock on her finger? Well, these black ombre nails might induce the same behavior. These straight-off-the-runway-looking ombre nails are chic, elegant and a total cause for nail envy. Rock or no rock, you'll show off these knockout nails anyway you can (Insta selfie anyone?).

Understated ombre nails are the best ombre nail designs. Upgrade your classic French manicure by turning them into chic gradient nails that complement any outfit you strut down the street in. We're all about those universal accessories, and these ombre nails definitely fit the bill.

Rose gold is having a serious moment right now, and we're 100 percent on-board with the trend. To put it simply, we're obsessed with these glitter ombre nails that work for date night or a night out on the town. While these metallic ombre nails definitely have a feminine touch with their pink polish and glitter gradient, they don't give off adolescent, girly-girl vibes thanks to the judicious use of pink sparkles and the edgy rose gold base polish.

While we normally can't stand attention snobs, we'll make an exception for these moody blue ombre nails. The striking contrast between the light and dark shades is enough to catch the eye of any onlooker. Plus, the gradient effect blends the polish colors together beautifully, so you're not rocking harsh blue stripes.