13 Spring Nails Ideas: Tulips, Daisies and Pastel French Tips
13 real spring nails from nail artists on Instagram, from tulips and daisies to pastel French tips, butter yellow and polka dots.
Spring nails are all about soft colors, flowers and fun little details. After a long winter of dark shades, they feel so fresh.
Here are 13 real spring nails from nail artists on Instagram. For each one I share what it is, when to wear it, how to ask for it and who it suits.
🎨 Spring nail colors to try
1. Yellow and Pink Tulips
View this post on InstagramA post shared by @madisonwilsonnailsandspa (@madisonwilsonnailsandspa)
📸 Look by @madisonwilsonnailsandspa
Almond nails with soft yellow and pink tulips and a little lattice detail. Sweet and very spring.
Wear them in March and April. They suit anyone who loves cute floral art.
💬 How to ask for it
- Ask for a sheer nude base
- Add yellow and pink tulips
- Mix in one lattice nail
2. Blue and Pink Tulip Mix
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📸 Look by @madisonwilsonnailsandspa
Almond nails mixing baby blue, pink, tulips and a checkered nail. Bright and playful.
Wear them for spring break or a birthday. They suit women who love color.
💬 How to ask for it
- Ask for almond nails
- Mix baby blue and pink
- Add tulips and one checkered nail
3. Red Nails With White Daisies
View this post on InstagramA post shared by @nailsxnatalia (@nailsxnatalia)
📸 Look by @nailsxnatalia
Glossy red nails mixed with nude nails painted with white daisies. Bold and fresh.
Wear them for spring dates and parties. They suit deeper skin tones and red lovers.
💬 How to ask for it
- Ask for glossy red on some nails
- Paint white daisies on nude nails
- Keep the shape short almond
4. Pink With Red Bows and Strawberries
View this post on InstagramA post shared by @luxenailbarrockford (@luxenailbarrockford)
📸 Look by @luxenailbarrockford
Long pink nails with tiny red bows and strawberries. Cute, girly and so fun.
Wear them for spring picnics or Valentine season into spring. They suit girly girls.
💬 How to ask for it
- Ask for long almond nails
- Pick a soft pink base
- Add red bows and strawberries
5. Butter Yellow and Sage
View this post on InstagramA post shared by @trendsnailstudio (@trendsnailstudio)
📸 Look by @trendsnailstudio
Short nails in butter yellow and sage with little chrome stars. Soft spring colors that feel fresh.
Wear them all spring. They suit anyone who likes soft, short nails.
💬 How to ask for it
- Ask for short square nails
- Mix butter yellow and sage
- Add a few chrome stars
6. Colorful Swirls and Smileys
View this post on InstagramA post shared by @nylove_nail (@nylove_nail)
📸 Look by @nylove_nail
Almond nails with bright swirls, a smiley face and pastel tips. Happy nails for sunny days.
Wear them for spring break or festivals. They suit anyone who loves bright art.
💬 How to ask for it
- Ask for a sheer base
- Add colorful swirls
- Mix in a smiley face
7. Long Floral French
View this post on InstagramA post shared by @sculptedbyem_ (@sculptedbyem_)
📸 Look by @sculptedbyem_
Long coffin nails with a pink French tip and painted flowers. Pretty and a little glam.
Wear them to weddings, showers or Easter. They suit women who love long nails.
💬 How to ask for it
- Ask for long coffin nails
- Add a soft pink French
- Paint small flowers on top
8. White French With Green Leaves
View this post on InstagramA post shared by @jnails_folkestone (@jnails_folkestone)
📸 Look by @jnails_folkestone
Almond nails with a white French tip and little green leaves and florals. Fresh and natural.
Wear them for spring and early summer. They suit anyone who loves a garden look.
💬 How to ask for it
- Ask for a white French
- Add small green leaves
- Mix in tiny flowers
9. Pastel Tips With Tiny Flowers
View this post on InstagramA post shared by @stylebycambria (@stylebycambria)
📸 Look by @stylebycambria
Nude nails with pastel French tips and tiny flowers. Soft and very spring.
Wear them for Easter, showers and brunch. They suit everyone.
💬 How to ask for it
- Ask for a nude base
- Pick a different pastel tip for each nail
- Add a few tiny flowers
10. Lavender and Yellow Daisies
View this post on InstagramA post shared by @izoate.fashion (@izoate.fashion)
📸 Look by @izoate.fashion
Short nails with lavender and yellow daisy art. Cheerful and sweet.
Wear them in April and May. They suit anyone who loves purple.
💬 How to ask for it
- Ask for short round nails
- Use lavender and yellow
- Paint simple daisies
11. Nude With Pink Florals and Dots
View this post on InstagramA post shared by @knailartstudio21 (@knailartstudio21)
📸 Look by @knailartstudio21
Almond nails in a nude base with pink flowers and little dots. Delicate and pretty.
Wear them to work or a spring event. They suit women who like subtle art.
💬 How to ask for it
- Ask for a nude almond set
- Add pink flowers on two nails
- Finish with small dots
12. Pastel Polka Dots
View this post on InstagramA post shared by @sassynailbar (@sassynailbar)
📸 Look by @sassynailbar
Sheer nails with tiny pastel polka dots. Minimal, cute and easy.
Wear them all spring. They suit anyone who wants simple nail art.
💬 How to ask for it
- Ask for a sheer base
- Add tiny pastel dots
- Keep the shape short almond
13. White French With Black Swirls
View this post on InstagramA post shared by @nylove_nail (@nylove_nail)
📸 Look by @nylove_nail
Almond nails with a white French, black swirls and a pink leopard accent. Fun and a little edgy.
Wear them when you want spring nails that are not too sweet. They suit trendy girls.
💬 How to ask for it
- Ask for a white French
- Add thin black swirls
- Paint one pink leopard nail
Simple vs Detailed Spring Nails
Both are perfect for spring. Pick the one that fits your style and budget.
Simple
- Pastel colors or tiny dots
- Faster and cheaper
- Great for work
Detailed
- Tulips, daisies and fruit art
- Takes more time
- Great for Easter, birthdays and trips
How to Pick Your Spring Nail Color
Spring colors are soft, so a few tips help them look their best.
- Pick butter yellow or peach for warm skin
- Pick lavender or baby blue for cool skin
- Sage and pink look good on everyone
- Add a glossy top coat to make pastels pop
💡 Nail tech tip
Pastel colors can look streaky. Ask for two thin coats, not one thick coat.
Quick Guide: Pick Your Spring Nails
- Easter: tulips or pastel tips with flowers
- Work: butter yellow, sage or polka dots
- Party: red with daisies or long floral French
- Vacation: bright swirls and smileys
Spring Nails FAQs
What nail colors are popular for spring?
Butter yellow, lavender, baby blue, sage, pink and soft peach are the most popular.
What nail designs are good for spring?
Flowers, tulips, daisies, pastel French tips and polka dots are spring favorites.
Are short nails okay for spring?
Yes. Short nails in butter yellow or with tiny dots look fresh and cute.
When should I switch to spring nails?
Many people switch in March, but pastels work any time you want a fresh look.
Bloom Into Spring
Spring nails are the easiest way to welcome warmer days. Save your favorite set and bring it to your next appointment.
Want more ideas? See my January nails, these almond nails and my Valentines nails.
