How to Nail an Engagement Mani

‘Tis the season for the big question! And if you’re ready to say yes to your special person, you’ll want to say yes to your ideal manicure first! Enter the world of classic, elegant and definitely-not-waiting-for-the-ring nails that provide the perfect backdrop to feature your relationship. This engagement season, take note of Selena Gomez‘s just-announced engagement nails! Find the right mani look that lets your ring take center stage.

Selena Gomez’s Engagement Nails

Iconic nail artist Tom Bachik created this gorgeous manicure. The lipgloss nail look goes in a modern, sleek direction with a pink high-shine look. Announcing her engagement to Benny Blanco with a marquise diamond engagement ring on Instagram, Gomez and Bachik chose a soft pink nude in a high gloss shine to feature the ring.

And while Taylor Swift probably won’t agree to be our flower girl, we can’t help but take some mani inspiration from Gomez’s engagement look.

That means leaning into light pink, nudes and classic styles that serve as a beautiful and chic stage for your ring. Of course, that doesn’t mean sparkle is off-limits. But ultimately, you don’t want your engagement mani to compete with your ring or wedding announcement.

Additionally, these looks are ultra-wearable. So if you don’t know exactly when the question is likely to pop, any of these looks will have you prepared for your engagement.

Engagement Mani Ideas We Love

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Glossy French

This high-shine take on the classic French manicure is a great way to add a little flavor to your engagement nails.

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Peach Cat-Eye

Opt for more subtle, shimmery shades in soft peach or nude and use a magnetic polish, which can create a dimensional look that doesn’t overpower a diamond ring.

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Gradient French

Using a gradient instead of a clean line on a French manicure gives nails an elegant, minimalist look that will definitely highlight your announcement.

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Snow Glitter Ombré

This artist used a milky white and soft glitter polish to create these subtle but sparkly ombré nails.

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Minimal Bling

Your engagement mani can still have an element of bling to it! Just check out these gorgeous gold details.

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Reverse French Glitter

A reverse French manicure is another creative way to update a classic French tip, and this combination of pink and gold is perfect for an engagement announcement.

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Pearlescent Storm

The shimmery, pearlescent effect of this polish creates a delicate and demure manicure that looks effortless and elegant.

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Subtle Gold

If glitter and bling are where your heart lies, opt for a gorgeously subtle rose gold with fine glitter to replicate these beautiful nails.

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Nude Latte

Pink isn’t the only neutral color we love for engagement manis! In fact, the milky latte trend is a great way to highlight your ring.