Acrylic nails offer the ultimate in nail length, shape, and durability. With proper care they can last up to three weeks without chipping, and the range of shapes, colours, and designs available is virtually limitless. Whether you are new to acrylics or a long-time fan, here are 30 stunning acrylic nail ideas to inspire your next set.
1. Nude Acrylic Almond Nails
Long almond acrylics in a sheer nude look natural and elegant. One of the most requested acrylic looks.
2. French Acrylic Nails
A classic French tip on long acrylic nails looks clean, polished, and enduringly beautiful.
3. Red Acrylic Coffin Nails
Glossy red on long acrylic coffin nails is glamour in its purest form. Confident and striking.
4. Pink Ombre Acrylic Nails
A pink to white ombre built directly into the acrylic powder is a seamless, no-chip gradient.
5. Marble Acrylic Nails
White marble art on long acrylic nails has a high-fashion quality that looks completely flawless.
6. Black Acrylic Stiletto Nails
Long matte black acrylic stilettos are the fiercest nail look imaginable. A real statement set.
7. Glitter Acrylic Nails
Glitter mixed into the acrylic powder creates a sparkle that will never chip or fade.
8. White Acrylic Coffin Nails
Brilliant white on long coffin acrylics looks architectural and is one of the most requested salon styles.
9. Chrome Acrylic Nails
Chrome powder over a gel top coat on acrylics creates a mirror finish that is breathtaking.
10. Lavender Acrylic Nails
Soft lavender acrylics look dreamlike and feminine. A very popular shade for long almond shapes.
11. Galaxy Acrylic Nails
Deep cosmic colours with scattered holographic glitter create a spectacular effect on long acrylics.
12. Peach Acrylic Nails
Warm peach on long acrylic nails looks vibrant and summery. A cheerful, long-lasting choice.
13. Tortoiseshell Acrylic Nails
The warm editorial tones of tortoiseshell look stunning on long acrylic nails.
14. Iridescent Acrylic Nails
A shifting iridescent topcoat over any colour creates a holographic depth on acrylics.
15. Strawberry Milk Acrylics
The viral sheer pink-white is especially beautiful as a long, elegant acrylic set.
16. Burgundy Acrylic Nails
Deep burgundy on long acrylic coffin or almond shapes looks rich and luxurious year-round.
17. Gold Foil Acrylic Nails
Gold foil applied over a nude or coloured acrylic base creates one-of-a-kind, wearable-art nails.
18. Dusty Rose Acrylic Nails
Muted dusty rose on long acrylics looks sophisticated and feminine — never overdone.
19. Blue Acrylic Nails
Cobalt or baby blue acrylics are a bold, unexpected choice that photographs incredibly well.
20. Floral Acrylic Nails
Hand-painted florals on long acrylics are a labour of love and the results are nothing short of stunning.
21. Negative Space Acrylic Nails
Geometric negative space designs on long acrylics look high-fashion and deliberately modern.
22. Reverse French Acrylics
A bold reverse French on long acrylics is a modern nail design that always draws compliments.
23. Purple Ombre Acrylics
A lilac to deep purple ombre built into acrylics looks incredible and lasts for weeks.
24. Mint Acrylic Nails
Cool mint on long coffin acrylics is fresh and modern. An unexpected shade that works beautifully.
25. Brown Acrylic Nails
Warm chocolate brown on long acrylics has a sophisticated richness that works for every occasion.
26. Pastel Acrylic Nails
Different pastel shades across a full acrylic set look cohesive, playful, and photogenic.
27. Sage Green Acrylics
Earthy sage on long acrylic nails looks organic and modern. A beautiful, unexpected long-nail colour.
28. Coral Acrylic Nails
Vibrant coral on long acrylics is bright, summery, and looks especially beautiful in photographs.
29. Short Acrylic Nails
Acrylics do not need to be long to be beautiful. A shorter acrylic set offers the same durability.
30. 3D Floral Acrylic Nails
Three-dimensional flowers sculpted from acrylic are the most elaborate, stunning nail art possible.