Ah, "millennial pink." The muted blush hue appeared everywhere in the 2010s—think Glossier packaging or Sophia Amoruso's #GirlBoss cover—becoming a beloved shade amongst millennials (hence the name). While the popular baby pink color isn't as prominent these days, its influence remains. The shade still appears often in the beauty world, especially when it comes to manicures. Considering a pink mani? We've rounded up 29 nail ideas that pay homage to millennial pink.
Grease Lightning
We're starting off strong with this bold nail art that feels reminiscent of the 1978 blockbuster Grease. Doesn't this just feel like a manicure Rizzo would rock for the drive-in movie? If you're feeling ambitious, you can recreate it at home with some checkerboard nail tape and cherry stickers.
Hot Pink Halo French
This negative space French manicure plays around with shades of pink. Use a millennial pink hue as your base, and outline your French tip with an electric pink hue.
Pink Rainbow
This tonal stripe manicure is an unexpected way to mix up your French manicure. You can achieve this by using light pink, medium pink, and pale purple polish to create a curved stripe on the edge of the nail, similar to a rainbow stripe.
Cartoon Sparkles
Enhance your milky pink and white nails with hand-drawn sparkles. Recreate the multicolor base using Static Nails Liquid Glass Lacquer ($16) in Pool Toys and Out of Office ($16). Then, with a detailed nail brush, use Out of Office to achieve the sparkles.
Accent Hearts
We think hearts are a great nail art choice for any time of year, not just Valentine's Day. This multicolor look—featuring hot pink and millennial pink—is a perfect way to wear the popular nail art design.
Silver Speckled
A speckle manicure is incredibly unique and eye-catching. This take features a pretty soft pink base and silver foil flecks scattered on top.
Dainty Flowers
Pair your solid millennial pink polish with a few accent designs. Dainty daisies always make for gorgeous nail art. You'll need a dotting tool to achieve these delicate floral designs.
Sparkly Ombré French
Those who love a flashy manicure should consider this option. The glass-like pink nail look is absolutely mesmerizing, and the perfectly filed square shape adds to the intrigue.
Cheetah Halo
Who knew cheetah print and baby pink made such a good combo? The unexpected pattern and color pairing is a must-try during your next salon visit.
Polka Dot Pink
Polka dots are back this year—and they look especially cool on your nails. Hop on the dotted bandwagon with this adorable pink and white manicure.
Pink Ribbon
This look reminds us of pink ribbons swirling through the breeze. It's a simple look that can easily be done at home and will look great on every nail shape.
Pink Ombré
An ombré mani will always be a winner. The best part? It works with every color. This take features a pink-to-cream gradient.
Gemstone Hearts
If you want to embrace Y2K trends, this mani is perfect for you. Start with a simple baby pink base coat, and then place rainbow heart gemstones at the center of each nail. If you're looking for a pack of gems to get you started, try these rhinestones.
Millennial Pink Mani
If nail art isn't your thing, there's nothing wrong with sticking with a simple, solid manicure. This color is Vivre Cosmetics' You're In My Bubble ($13)—it's perfect for nailing the millennial pink theme.
Hot Pink Swirls
This almond-shaped manicure is electrifying. The millennial pink base anchors the look, while the hot pink abstract designs make the look stand out.
Mediterranean Tiles
This manicure has a major "wow'" factor. The gorgeous blue hand-painted nail art creates a cool contrast against the pale pink polish.
Gold Squiggles
By now, we've established that pale pink goes with any color and pattern you want, and this shiny gold manicure is no exception. You can easily achieve this look at home by starting with a light pink base coat and then using a thin nail brush to carefully paint gold squiggles down the center of your nail.
Millennial Pink French
There are so many ways to reinvent a French manicure. Take this nail look, for example. This gorgeous mani features millennial pink French tips with a single white French accent nail.
Abstract Design
If you're into abstract nail art designs, you should give this look a go. With the long round French tips and vertical lines down the center, each finger feels like its own canvas.
Rosie Pink
Roses are red, violets are blue...but not always. This manicure features a dreamy gradient of pink shades (of course, millennial pink is on several nails) and intricate floral designs.
Millennial Chrome
A chrome manicure looks good in every color of the rainbow. Start with two coats of DND Gel Polish ($10) in Sheer in the City before rubbing a chrome powder on each nail.
Pink and White Swirls
An almond-shaped French manicure is one of our favorite looks. For this version, opt for a pink polish on the tips and white swirls across each nail.
Baby French
This manicure is such a beauty—from the baby French tips to the heart-shaped cutouts. The millennial pink hue sets this look over the top, in our opinion.
Pink Aura
If you ask us, aura nails will forever be on-trend. This blush pink version of the nail design features detailed, airbrush-like designs and gorgeous gemstones—and we're obsessed with all of it.
Pink Marble
Make your short nails stand out with an ultracool print—like this pink marble-inspired design. Each nail has such detailed white and pink detailing, making this a one-of-a-kind mani.
Sheer Hearts
Put a creative spin on traditional French nails with these heart-shaped tips. Start with a sheer pink base, and then decorate your tips with a half-heart design.
Matte Hearts
This look has several interesting elements to fall in love with. The matte texture, split designs, and cutout heart nail art are just a few.
Two-Tone Pink
An extra-long manicure automatically makes a statement. However, the millennial pink base and hot pink lining give the coffin mani an even bolder appeal.
3D Hearts
Keeping up with the heart theme, this bold look is perfect for anyone who's into the latest nail art trends. These lengthy coffin nails with velvet hearts are gorgeous and worth visiting the salon.
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