Almond nail shape might work best for that velvet nail effect. And in this nude color — so cozy!
Image via @dees.esthetics.and.nails
Image via @dees.esthetics.and.nails
We love this color and effect on dark skin tone. Baby blue is all grown up and lookin' fine! Here, the sparkles have been pulled toward the side of the nail for depth. If you're wondering how they manage to control the placement — it's usually done with a magnet!
Image via @nailsxkash
Image via @nailsxkash
Christmas nails? Yes. Velvet nails? Yes. New French mani? Yes. All 3 top trending nail design ideas rolled into one elegant design.
Image via @sansungnails
Image via @sansungnails
Fire and metal, how's that for a pair! Velvet effect is achieved through metallic shades of grey and texture, but what stands out here is that there's more than velvety softness to the wearer.
Image via @allybnails
Image via @allybnails
Holidays-themed and playing with negative space; oh, jingle bells, we wouldn't mind if these were the tips of our fingers, reaching sneakily into a Christmas stocking.
Image via @antibasicnailclub
Image via @antibasicnailclub