Blue is the world's most “favorite color”. For a long time, it has shaped both fashion and emotion. Blue can be serene, sassy, and surreal, sometimes all in one manicure. So, what can this color chameleon do on your fingertips? Scroll on for blue nail ideas that go way beyond basic navy.
Blue Nail Ideas
Peek-a-Boo Blue
Flavor mannequin nails with a shot of blue polish. Minimalist designs have been all the rage since last year. While sheer polish can be very beautiful, sometimes we just need a little more energy. A negative space design like this allows us to enjoy both worlds.
Blue Beach Nails
It’s vacation time, even if it’s only in our imagination. Blue is the ideal color for beach nails and not just because it makes us think of clear skies and cool water. Blue is also the color of relaxation and tranquility.
Moreover, just looking at blue can slow down a person’s heart rate and lower their body temperature. No wonder blue is a popular color for bedrooms.
Blue on Blue Flowers
Recently, blue shades have popped up in fashion shows globally. Designers previewed turquoise, navy, cobalt, and indigo eveningwear. Cobalt has been a preferred choice for manicures, too. It’s a stunning shade that’s hard to resist, especially when decorated with baby blue petals.
LDS SG1 Royal Blue Collection
Abstract Gold and Blue
What’s interesting is that blue symbolizes reliability and stability, so businesses that want to be seen as trustworthy often use this color in their logos, architecture, and advertising. Also, some offices prefer to decorate with blue because studies show that it makes workers more creative and productive.
Since blue is good for business, it’s not surprising to see how well it pairs with gold.
Pool Nails
Just glancing at these nails makes us want to go for a swim! But on a higher note, blue is believed to be a spiritual color because of its connection to heaven, or the sky, or the oceans. And if you’re familiar with yoga, you might already know that this color stands for the throat chakra, a center of spirituality.
Blooming Blue
How in the world do you get a swirly blue look like this without actually doing water marbling or making a mess? All you need is blooming gel. After applying and curing the base coat, brush on a thick layer of blooming gel and leave it wet. Use a brush or dotting pen to place a drop of the colored polish and watch as the pigment disperses. If you wish, use the tool to guide how the color spreads out. You can add a second shade, too. Once the design looks right, cure the polish and move on to the next nail.
LAVIS Blooming Gel
Cool Baby Blue
Like all colors, blue has slightly different meanings in diverse places. For example, while the US sees blue as soothing and reliable, India believes that blue represents love, mercy, and truth. Although people in Latin America may feel like blue stands for grief, it’s still a color associated with trustworthiness. Meanwhile, if you think about how long blue has been linked with royalty, it’s not at all surprising that the United Kingdom sees blue as a dignified color.
Now we’re curious how people from different lands interpret these baby blue nails with icy sparkles.
Blue Elegance
Is it any surprise that the ancient Egyptians loved using blue for jewelry and pottery? In China, the elite wore blue because it was a symbol of the heavens. Of course, the ancient Greeks also adored blue and often paired it with white or gold.
As you might expect, the pigment for blue dye was difficult to obtain and expensive to produce, so of course only the nobility and wealthy wore this color regardless of the culture. This was true in medieval Europe, where blue paint was used sparingly for religious paintings.
Finally, it became easier and cheaper to make blue dye, and now it’s as easy to wear as popping by the mall to pick up a pair of blue jeans or ordering a bottle of polish.
If you’re as enchanted by blue as we are, explore our extensive collection of blue shades in our store. We have every blue hue imaginable from top brands like Lavis, LDS, DND, OPI, V Beauty Pure, SNS, and more.
Zebra Print
Regarding wildlife, there aren’t that many blue animals. There are blue jays, blue whales, parrotfish, Indian peafowl, and blue dart frogs among a handful of others. However, this is nail art and not a nature documentary, so it’s perfectly acceptable to pair blue glitter polish with black zebra stripes!
If you’re searching for colors to go with blue nail inspiration, we recommend considering what mood you’re conveying first. If it’s high-energy, put blue next to yellow or orange, or calm things down with cornflower blue, white, gray, or beige.
DND Gel Nail Polish - 926 Blue Aura - DND Super Glitter Collection
Fairycore Cat Eye Nails
Would you have guessed this is a BIAB manicure? The blue cat eye polish and chrome promises to draw lots of attention to these fingertips.
FYI: We have the most amazing selection of cat eye colors and chrome powders in our store! And magnets, lots of magnets for hearts, flowers, and stunning magnetic designs!
LAVIS Builder Gel In The Bottle (ver 2) - 02 Milky White - Gel Polish 0.5oz
Blue Shell Nails
It’s one thing to paint two-dimensional nail art and another to bring it into the third dimension. Isn’t it beautiful how the artist has shaped the shell texture? Plus, they paired royal blue and bright gold for a luxurious feel. Instead of a manicure, these nails seem like jewelry.
Conclusion
Our tour of blue nail art inspiration ends here. But your next manicure journey is just beginning. Shop our store for every blue shade you can imagine in gel, lacquer, dip powder, and acrylic. Enjoy sale prices on essentials tools and nail art supplies and subscribe for even more exclusive offers. We’re here so you can achieve all your nail art goals!
Source:
https://www.verywellmind.com/the-color-psychology-of-blue-2795815