With January coming to a close, Valentine’s Day is on everyone’s radar. While romantic dinners with significant others filled with Champagne and chocolate desserts are nice, there’s another holiday that feels even more special: Galentine’s Day. For one reason, it celebrates the deep and generally unbreakable bond between friends, but it’s also a great excuse to dive into some fun beauty looks. Glitter eyeshadow, pink blush looks, and flushed lip moments are just the beginning of what makes celebrating with your friends top tier. But in the midst of picking out your hair and makeup looks, you’re going to need an equally alluring manicure. To make it easy we’ve rounded up the best Galentine’s Day nail looks to slip into before the season officially arrives.
Galentine's Day Nail Looks
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Delicate Bows
Try this adorable French manicure if you're looking for a subtle manicure that can take you from work straight to cocktails with the girls. The deep burgundy tip is modest, while the dainty bow trim gives it a cute and delicate look.
IG: @samrosenails
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Crimson Hearts
There's nothing sexier than a crimson glass aura manicure. But if you want to up the ante for the holiday, try adding faint hearts. Against the shiny red backdrop, they have a burnished and smoldering effect.
IG: @heygreatnails
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Watercolor Marble
Marble nail art works best with a cohesive color palette. Take a cue from this set and opt for the classic colors of the season to create a dreamy, swirled look.
IG: @samrosenails
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Candy Hearts
'Tis the season for hard candy and sweet treats. This look has both, plus a light dusting of glitter that can only be truly appreciated by your closest BFFs.
IG: @heygreatnails
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Glazed French Manicure
Let's face it—chrome makes everything better. This classic French manicure gets a fresh update with a glazed, chrome finish and couldn't be more stunning. Pro tip: Try pairing this look with almond-shaped nails for even more elegance.
IG: @clawsome_cdo
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Fiery Red
Long nails aren't for everyone. Short, well-groomed nails can be just as stunning as a full set of extensions. This classy manicure is as perfect for cocktails as it is for elegant events. To get the full effect, go for gel polish with two layers of top coat for maximum shine.
IG: @raelondonnails
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Airbrushed Hearts
Airbrushed nail art is back big time, and a Galentine's soiree is the perfect place to debut a fun style like this one. The set includes airbrushed hearts, bows and sparkles all tied together with rhinestones.
IG: @lucky__pool
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Cherry Frenchies
Don't be afraid to spice your French manicure up with a dash of sparkle. Instead of opting for silver rhinestones, try decorating your nails with sparkling 3D cherry stems. The result will be a sweet manicure bound to be the topic in your group chat for weeks.
@disseynails
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Glittery Kisses
Who wouldn't love a medley of kiss marks in chic lipstick colors? The only thing more alluring is the diffused ombré background. Together, they are the perfect pairing no matter where the evening takes you.
IG: @heygreatnails
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Jellied Hearts
Looking for something different and truly unique? Enter this jelly heart manicure. The combination of red jelly nail polish and chunky glitter has a cool effect that's sure to bring more than a few compliments your way.
IG: @overglowedit
