The velvet nail trend continues to exist. We’ve seen celebrities like Hailey Bieber and Halle Bailey adopt this manicure in 2023, and the collective love for it continues. Part of the appeal of this sparkly semi-metallic mani is that it looks good in every color. And lately, blue velvet nails are making a splash.
The on-trend cool tones are truly stunning and can be worn in so many ways. Need proof? Ahead, find 15 blue velvet manicure ideas that will have you running to the salon.
If you’re looking for the perfect winter manicure, look no further. This velvet blue mani is the perfect crisp icy blue. The silver cat eye effect helps this hairstyle stand out.
The velvet nail trend is fun because you can always combine magnetic polishes to create unique velvet combos. This purple manicure is embellished with a blue velvet polish for a soft, galaxy-like look.
Mermaids peak in 2023, and if you’re following this trend in 2024, a manicure is a must. Here, teal velvet paint is applied over flecks of gold. This mani totally gives off an “under the sea” vibe.
If nail art is your thing (*raises hand*), then this look is for you. These nude nails are enhanced with cool blue velvet zigzags. Pairing them with light blue squiggly lines makes the mani stand out even more.
These dreamy nails are the perfect combination of metallic blue. Apply a solid coat of blue velvet polish and you’ll have a simple yet eye-catching manicure.
Jazz up your sky blue velvet mani with some accent nails. Add a few coats of light blue polish to your thumb, index finger, and middle finger, then cover them with velvet flowers. The floral designs tie the whole look together.
This starry night manicure is an easy way to try out the velvet nail trend without having to go for a bold, sparkly manicure. The subtle cat eye against the navy is gorgeous and we’d wear it any time.
If Cinderella were real, we imagine she would have nails exactly like this. This perfectly executed French velvet manicure is further enhanced with scattered jewels.
These nails are truly a work of art, so you’ll need to use your best nail techniques if you want to recreate this look. The blue velvet base of this nail design is mixed with subtle accents of orange and pink, giving each nail an incredibly artistic feel.
These long ballerina nails give extra room for experimentation. This look features a smooth chrome base and an abstract blue design—the result is a mesmerizing manicure.
This yin and yang manicure has the perfect balance, with one side in royal blue velvet and the other in glossy black. This half-and-half manicure is truly a striking look.
It’s all about the details when it comes to a memorable manicure, and this manicure has a lot of intricate aspects. We love the vibrant blue French velvet tips and the radiant heart-shaped nail art.
For a classic winter manicure, paint your nails this delicate velvet blue. The snowflakes on the ring finger and middle finger are very detailed and accurate.
If you want beautiful, bold nails, try a bright velvet blue. These nails have the best electrical conductivity. To accentuate your nails, create a few blue swirls and cover them with silver polish.
This manicure is out of this world. Apply blue velvet polish over a black base to create this space-inspired cat-eye manicure.