As far as classic accents go, tiny red or pink hearts make for a fun manicure any time of year, not just the first week of February. But seeing as we’re heading into Valentine’s Day season, we have a few ideas to level it up.
Our favorite manicures of the moment are loosely inspired by Cupid, flowers, and all things love. But just like the poppy-red Sezane cardigan in your wardrobe, these nail looks are timeless and a little flirty.
From a glossy black manicure with heart details to kitschy coquette nails, we’ve compiled the coolest Valentine’s Day nail art ahead.
Coquette Nails
Pink ribbons, flower charms, and anything loosely Sandy Liang-inspired goes when it comes to coquette nails. This detailed set by Tiff is stunning.
Pink 3D Jelly
A trend for 2026? Jelly everything. Take your nail art inspiration from this look by celebrity manicurist Julie K, who used pink chrome polish topped with 3D Zig Zag Gel from Japanese gel brand Jello Jello.
Black Heart
If pink and red feel too obvious, go for a glossy black manicure and a subtle heart outline like this set by Iram Shelton. Throw in a teeny gemstone for sparkle.
Pink + Red
That said, this pink and red combo by Jess Brush is chic without being precious.
Chrome Hearts
If you can’t go full coquette, go for chrome. We’re a little bit obsessed with these red hearts set against a deep French tip by Stacey Machin.
Gemstone French
If you have access to gemstones, you might as well go all out with a cut-out heart embroidery-style design like this one by Sarah Haidar.
Velvet Hearts
Velvet, glass, or cat-eye polish is fun on its own, but add hearts to take it up a notch, like this manicure by WhoDidHerNails.
Glazed Polka Dot
These dainty white polka dots look so cute against a chrome pink background — a subtle Valentine’s Day manicure by Monika Mrózek.
White Hot
Brittney Boyce‘s set is a perfect complement to the chunky silver Tiffany tag bracelet they’ve hopefully bought for you.
Red French
Looking for something simple? Go for a French manicure á la Nails Catchy Ideas and make the tip red instead of white.
Cherry Bomb
Try nail stickers — like these from Le Mini Macron — with cherries and kisses. Or leave intricate nail art, like this star-studded set by 24 The Salon, to your nail artist.
Heart French
For another take on a French manicure, ask for the tip to be adapted into a bowed heart shape like this set by Anahi Victoria.
Baby Hearts
Teeny tiny hearts over this otherwise-neutral manicure look by Vanity Projects is so sweet.
Red Jellies
The sequin hearts on Melanie Graves‘ long, almond nails almost appear submerged in red Jell-O. Beautiful.
Ombré French
This pink marshmallow manicure by nail artist Alison hits the tone. We love how the pink ombré tip blends seamlessly into the neutral nail color.
Hand-Painted Florals
If you’re seeing a professional nail artist like NYC-based nail artist Marina Iwakoshi, consider going full bouquet.
French + Heart Accents
If you’re a classic French manicure stan, but want to switch things up, opt for a skinny French tip and add some dainty hearts, like this set by Mateja Novakovic. It begs for a mirror selfie.
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