As we shake off the remaining chill of March and emerge into April, the renewed life outdoors makes us long to renew things about ourselves, including our manis. Our April nail design ideas reflect the colors and looks of spring — from sweet pastel tones to bright spring blossoms.
Nude Matte & Shiny Black
April is a month of contrasts. One minute, the sun is shining and the next, it’s raining. Celebrate the contrasts of the month with these pretty contrasting nails in matte nude and shiny black. We love how the subtle bling adds some zazz.
How to get the look:
- Opi lacquer in Black Onyx
- Opi lacquer in Samoan Sand
- Opi Brilliant high-shine top coat
- Opi matte top coat
- 3D Nails Art nail beads and charms
Hello Sunshine!
Greet the extended days of sunlight in April with these juicy orange and white nails. They’re simple, sweet, and perfect for spring.
Get the look:
- Essie Expressie Electric Orange polish
- Essie Expressie Unapologetic Icon polish
- Nail dotting pen tool
- Essie Speed Setter top coat
Darling Daffodil
The bright daffodil yellow is such a spring color by itself. But add the French tips in white? Perfection!
How to get the look:
- Essie Sunshine Be Mine polish
- Essie Snowy White polish
- Essie Good to Go top coat
Fabulous Fuchsia
Love the vibrant pink of fuchsia? Us too. And the white tips really make the color pop for April.
Here’s how to get the look:
- Essie nail lacquer in Bright Fuchsia
- Essie nail lacquer in Blanc
- Essie Speed Setter top coat
Charming Chamomile
How cute are these sweet little chamomile flowers? They’re a super easy shape to paint, and we love how they stand out against the soft matte grey background.
Get the look:
- Londontown Lakur in Earl Grey
- Londontown Lakur in Duchess White
- Londontown Lakur in Notting the Fancy
- Londontown Lakur in Tipsy Mermaid
- Londontown Kur matte top coat
Spring Tulip
These gel nails sweetly display the colors of flowers in bloom. They’re the perfect expression of spring.
Get the look:
- Beetles gel nail polish in Eucalyptus
- Beetles gel polish in Soft Pink
- Beetles gel polish liner in Audrey Black
- Beetles No-Wipe gel top coat and base coat set
Spring Fling
Pink, florals, and sweet silver dots are the perfect way to give your nails a fresh look for April. Nail stickers make it super easy to add pretty blossoms that let the world know you’re ready for spring.
Get the look:
- Nail flower art stickers
- Sally Hansen’s Hard as Nails in Heart of Stone
- Sally Hansen’s InstaDry in White on Time
- Sally Hansen’s Hard as Nails in Pumping Iron
- Nail dotting pen tool
- Sally Hansen Dries Instantly top coat nail polish
Blue Skies Ahead
It’s always nice to see the blue skies peek through the clouds, especially when April showers are doing their best to keep the sky grey. We think this soft blue is a perfect reminder of bluer skies ahead.
How to get the look:
- Essie Ride the Soundwave polish
- Essie Good to Go top coat
Floral Green
We love how green everything is in spring. And we adore how these nails look like a soft green field with a few adorable daisies dotting the grass.
Get the look:
- Essie Expressie Mint Green polish
- Essie Expressie Unapologetic Icon polish
- Essie Expressie Busy Beeline
- Essie Expressie Main Character Moment
- Nail art brush set
- Essie Speed Setter top coat
Let Your April Nails Shine
We always welcome April eagerly, ready to change out of our cozy winter looks and don the lighter, brighter colors of spring. And while you’re doing that, don’t forget your mani! Brighten up your nails and show the world that you are ready to rock the spring.
