From Cherries to Chili Peppers: All the Valentines Nail Inspo You'll Need

By JENNY SMITH MATTFELDT Published February 07, 2025

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Pearly Pink

Minimal yet irresistibly sweet. A pearly pink manicure is perfect for the secret romantic subtle, elegant, and just the right classy nod to Valentine’s Day without going all in.

What to ask for: baby pink polish with white chrome on top.

Shop the look: OPI xPRESS Editor in Chic

pink chrome press on nails on three hands of different skin types

The Teeniest Hearts

Obsessed with a minimal design that still makes a statement. Keeping the hearts tiny adds a delicate, modern touch, go for white for an even more contemporary look or alternate the hearts with shades of pink french tips for more fun.

What to ask for: neutral, sheer, or soft pink base with tiny minimalist hearts

Shop the look: Valentine French Press on Nails

Cherry Pie

My personal favorite this year, the cherries. Cute, fun, and just the right amount of playful. Pair them with a checkerboard pattern for a little twist, or make the cherries heart-shaped for a sweet play on the classic. They’re festive without screaming Valentine’s Day, so you won’t be over them the next day.

Shop the look: Cherry French Tips

Organic White Swirls

We're embracing feminine energy this month, but that doesn’t have to mean pink hearts. These organic white swirl nails strike the perfect balance between delicate and cool, making them a subtle yet special choice for the holiday.

What to ask for: a nude or natural base with soft white abstract swirls

Shop the Look: Glamnetic Marshmallow Swirl

Cats Eye Hearts

These are the nails of the moment. If you’ve ever thought about trying heart cat-eye nails, Valentine’s is the perfect time. Subtle, trendy, and effortlessly fun.

What to ask for: cat-eye nails with a heart effect

Shop the Look: Pink heart Cat Eye Nails Via Etsy

Chili Peppers

For the girl who loves setting her own trends—while everyone else is doing hearts, you’re rocking chili peppers (ahem, maybe you got Huntress on the Female Archetypes quiz). These chili pepper designs are out there but still adorable and so fitting for keeping things spciy this Valentines day.

Shop the Look: Pink and Orange Chili Pepper Set

Know When to Hold 'Em

You can go so many different directions with a playing card theme, from the four minimal suits to monochromatic french tips to full blow little card faces. Just a fun way to incorporate hearts in a different way.