Independence Day is a time to celebrate America with fireworks, barbecues and other patriotic Fourth of July activities. But why not take your festivities to the next level by sporting some fun, patriotic nail art this summer? We've rounded up dozens of ideas to get you started, from basic red, white and blue nails, to subtle stripes and simple stars, to full-blown tie-dye tips and glitter galore. Whether you're sporting natural, gel or acrylic nails, you can pull off these cute and trendy nail ideas, like a French manicure featuring the colors of Old Glory or ombre nails designed to show off your American pride. And if you're going the DIY route, make sure to follow our guide to the perfect at-home manicure. Happy birthday America!
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Starry Fourth of July Nail Decals
If you're already intimidated by the idea of painting your own stars and stripes, try these foolproof decals. Simply paint your base, stick 'em on, and show off your patriotic tips!
SHOP DECALS
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Ombre Fourth of July Nails
A red, ombre circle on a blue base coat adds dimension and will make your nails pop this Fourth of July.
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Blue Marble Nails
These marble nails evoke a lazy pool day or the smoke that swirls in the sky after a firework show. These may look tricky, but it's easy to tie-dye nails using a water marbling technique — just check out a few tutorials on YouTube first.
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Cute Fourth of July Nails
Make your manicure stand out by drawing on red, blue and white dots and stripes, and add a nail sticker to the mix to make it even more fun!
SHOP NAIL DECALS
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Fourth of July French Tips
Go for a twist on a classic style with a French manicure in two patriotic colors. Light blue polish makes this look even more wearable.
SHOP GUIDE TAPE
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Watermelon Sugar Nails
A Fourth of July barbecue wouldn't be complete without a few slices of watermelon to munch on. Add the summery fruit to your nails for a manicure that you can wear on the Fourth and beyond.
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Fourth of July Coffin Nails
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Negative Space Fourth of July Nails
A classic yet futuristic spin on an American mani everyone can rock.
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Colorful Foil Fourth of July Nails
Nothing says Fourth of July like foil in red and blue. Paint your nails an off-white color and add some white glitter to make them patriotic.
SHOP NAIL FOIL
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Star Spangled Mani
Nothing says the Fourth of July like being loud and proud, so make your nails pop by adding large white stars over a bright red mani.
SHOP STAR STENCILS
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Simple Red Manicure
At the end of the day, there's nothing more classic than a red manicure (just make sure the nail polish properly dries first). Wear your favorite blue and white outfit and you're all set.
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Easy Fourth of July Nails
If you're more of a minimalist and prefer to stick to one shade instead of three, opt for this simple nail design, a chic negative space half moon mani.
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Golden Star Fourth of July Nails
Add dainty gold stars to a neutral manicure. It's perfect for a holiday wedding or backyard barbecue, alike. Place small red and blue dots in between the stars so that you'll look at home at the cookout.
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Subtle Fourth of July Nails
Choose a few of your favorite blue hues this Fourth of July to create a manicure that is festive, yet adorable.
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White Fourth of July Nails
White nails are a summer staple. Amp them up by adding microscopic dots in shades of red and blue. For even more patriotism, place small silver stars on each nail.
SHOP STAR DECALS
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Wavy Blue Fourth of July Manicure
Even if you're not spending this Fourth of July poolside, you can bring the pool to you with these fun, wave-inspired nails in different shades of blue.
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Glitter Explosion Fourth of July Nails
Make your nails even more exciting than a firework finale with tons of multi-colored glitter. Try creating an ombré effect by layering more glitter polish on toward the tips.
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Patriotic Tie Dye
Join in on the most playful trend of the summer by splashing red, white, and blue polish onto your nails for a pop of color. Check out this tutorial on YouTube to learn how.
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Simple Star Fourth of July Nails
If you're looking for something a bit more subtle but still want to look patriotic, go for simple white stars over a nude base for an understated look that still pops.
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Clear Accent Fourth of July Nail
Nude ombré nails are sophisticated and fun at the same time. Add in a starry, glittery accent nail to get into the holiday spirit.
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Glittery Stars
The more glitter and metallic shine, the better ... that's America's motto, isn't it? Keep the background simple with a peachy nude polish.
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Flipped Fourth of July French Manicure
Instead of a traditional French manicure that follows the natural arch of your nail, flip it around to create a half moon. Choose colors like red and white for the holiday (and use gel nail polish for a long-lasting mani).
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Melted Tips Fourth of July Nails
Evoke melting ice cream with tips that look like they're dripping in the heat. It's a nail design to be remembered!
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Festive Floral Nails
More into dainty floral tips than stars and stripes? Opt for flowers in red, white and blue — they'll look delicate while still celebrating the holiday.
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Starry Blue Fourth of July Nails
Prep your mani with a nail strengthener to repair any brittle nails. Then, try a royal blue manicure with two sparkly accent nails.
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Block Fourth of July Nails
Keep one half of your nails clear and paint the other half a bold, metallic red. For the most Fourth of July spin, paint a thin, light blue line underneath.
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Red Swirls Fourth of July Nails
For an abstract and understated manicure, try red swirls in all shapes and sizes around a pale pink nail.
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Watercolor Abstract Nails
If subtlety is your style and you opt for stripes and abstract dots more than stars, an easy way to show your patriotism is with thin, watercolor-inspired lines in tones inspired by our flag.
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Press-On Fourth of July Nails
Short on time? Opt for press-on nails that take the guesswork out of nail art.
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Firework Nail Glitter
Patriotic nails doesn't always necessarily mean red, white and blue. Channel fireworks with simple, festive dots in any color. Make sure to add some sparkles!
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