Whether you’re planning a romantic date night or focusing on self-love, Valentine’s Day is fast approaching – and what better way to treat yourself than with a fresh manicure? Regardless of what plans you have in the works, think of it as a Valentine’s Day gift to yourself, because you definitely deserve a little pampering! Ahead, we’ve rounded up fresh Valentine’s Day nails to inspire your next trip to the nail salon.

What pairs best with chocolates, a teddy bear, or a bottle of wine? Valentine’s Day nails, of course. We rounded up all the trending 2024 nail art designs that romantics have been sharing across social media this month. Because let’s be real, these cute nail art designs will last way longer than that box of chocolates.

We’re here to show you heart nail art doesn’t have to be cheesy. Just like other holiday nail art trends —Christmas nail art and New Year’s manicure designs, for example—we rounded up nail ideas that feel cool and grown-up for both the maximalists and the minimalists.

Most of these Valentine’s Day nail designs are downright cool—and something you’ll want to wear well past February 14. From tiny heart motifs and heart-shaped French tips, to gradients of pink and indulgent red hues, use these looks to celebrate love—for your partner, yourself, and your nails. For those who can’t bring themselves to wear red and pink, we’ve also included some stunning black-and-white options.

So whether you’re the type who’s into all things romantic or your idea of a perfect Valentine’s Day is a hot date with your couch and Netflix, there’s something here for every love language. So get your nail polish collection out and create some Valentine’s day nails you can truly crush on.

Your DIY Mani Essentials:

If you like to DIY your Valentine’s day nails, here are some tools from Amazon that we recommend having in your kit for the most flawless manicures ever.

• Nail Polish Remover
• Nail File and Clippers
• Nail Strengthener
• Hand Cream
• Cuticle Oil
• Nail Polish (including base coat and top coat)

1. Amour Amour

Red is romantic. Got lots of red nail polish leftover from the holiday season? Good news: You can use it for Valentine’s Day nails. The color is classic year-round, of course, but with love in the air and hearts serving as the main symbol of the mushiest day of the year, red is the official color of Valentine’s Day and, thus, a solid choice for celebrating via manicure.

2. The Sweetest Thing

Love is in the air—and on your nails. This nail design has a bit of everything: French tips, little hearts, and trendy gold chrome detailing.

3. Film Noir

A black and white monochrome option for the edgy minimalists. This look proves that you don’t have to stick to reds and pinks to embrace the day of love. Bring out some black cat energy and your personality by opting for the shades you love.

4. Self-Love First

The most important type of love is self-love. Celebrate yourself and all you’ve accomplished with this cute little heart-shaped French manicure – plus throw a little nod to Valentine’s Day while you’re at it.

5. Bring The Drama

For a look that screams elegance and class, try this mixed-polish manicure from Matuszewsk.a. Perfect for a date night or whatever special event you’ve got going on, this mani will still look cool days and weeks after Feb 14th.

6. Lots of love

These little multicolored heart candies are a playful take on a heart manicure.

7. Delicate Hearts

Pink Milky nails are as timeless as they get – you can wear them with any outfit, after all. So, why not opt for a neutral base but jazz it up with a bit of minimalistic romance? Tiny heart details are ultra delicate on top of this milky pink base.

8. Mix and match tips

Let your nails do the flirting. Try this French mani has a romantic twist thanks to the cute little heart tips.

9. Coquette

Cupid goes Barbiecore with this romantic mani. This look is a refreshing take on Coquette nails with cute stars, glitter, and a little heart.

10. Dinky nails

More of a minimalist? This teensy nod to Valentine’s is pretty and discreet, you can stick to accents on just one or two fingers.

11. Reddy For Romance

More into minimalist vibes? No problem! This playful take on the milky white mani includes little heart details to keep things cute, & simple.

12. All In The Details

We are obsessed with these nails! Ombre browns, glitter, beige, and hearts! Oh my!

13. Prints Charming

Wear your heart on your sleeve—or the end of your nails—with this unapologetically romantic manicure.

14. Just Give Me Roses

Stick some rhinestones on your favorite base coat and your mani is instantly Cupid-approved.

15. Hugs and Kisses

Give a subtle nod to the day of love – this white mani features a holiday-centric twist with white hearts and gold chrome.

16. Rainbow Hearts

Why commit to one hue when you can wear five different pastel colors? 

17. Glitter Girl

Romance is in the air, and on your fingertips. Who needs a box of chocolates when your nails look this good?

18. Love is in the air

Spell it out—L-O-V-E! Not the easiest design to start off with, but if you’re a dab hand with nail art brushes (or an old eyeliner brush), it’s a pretty and minimalistic nod to Valentine’s Day.

19. Cute & Fun Hearts

Fresh and feminine with a touch of fun—that sums up this striking nail design. Mix up the colorway however you want. Bold shades, pastels, white, or black, the options are endless.

20. Chrome Hearts

The chromatic finish is also here to stay and lends an otherworldly glow to your nails.

21. POV: you wanted pink nails for Valentine’s

If you’re thinking more along the lines of pink candy vibes for your V-Day nails, try this “more is more” layered approach

22. Classic French with a Romantic Twist

Lean in (but not too much) to the V-Day spirit with a french mani that features pearl chrome, white tips, & hearts.

23. Mini Hearts

If you look too fast, you may miss the cute little red heart of this french manicure.

24. Queen of Hearts

Are you in your Lover era? This crisp milky pink gel polish on long nails gets a super sweet touch with tiny red hearts and rhinestone stars. Mix up the placement of hearts on each nail for visual interest.

25. Glitz & Glam

If you just cannot with the pink and red aesthetic, consider this minimalist take on the V-Day mani, instead.