These rainbow ombré nail designs add a splash of color and pizzaz to an already incredible look. From the subtle to the incredibly overt, there’s a lot you can do with this look and I’m loving it. Whether you want to cross the entire rainbow on a single nail or maybe you want something to spread out between each finger, this look is so versatile.
We’ve already done a roundup list of rainbow nail art and (more recently) dug deeper into rainbow French tips. These are definitely worth checking out but if you know the ombré look is for you then we have a huge a ton of ideas for you. From the simple looks, you can do yourself (with less polish than you might think) to the more intricate ideas to show your nail tech.
If life gives you lemons, paint them all the colors of the rainbow! 🌈
We’re starting this collection with these pretty tapered nails. I love how the pastel colors blend all across the set, from one nail to another.Here’s a nail set similar to the one before. The difference is that this nail set uses bolder colors and the ombré effect connects to the other hand as well.The ombré effect on this nail set is a lot less blended. We’ve got each nail painted with a different color. I like how the colors beside each other are quite similar in order to create the blended effect.Here are some really dreamy nails. I love how each nail is a bit translucent and is topped with these gorgeous bursts of color. I also love the dreamy effect the cloud nail designs and sparkles give off.This nail set is a lot crazier than the others. The colors are a lot brighter and are a lot more vibrant as well. I like how they’re also paired with these light pastel pinks. Here are some gorgeous multi-colored nails which stick to the traditional ombré look. Each nail has two colors blended with another.If having plain ombré nails are a bit too bright for you, then consider adding some black designs on top to tone them down a bit.Here’s a pastel ombré effect with each nail having a full set of colors blended down with one another. I love how cute the flower designs are in the middle!Here’s something a lot sharper and a bit spookier as well. We’ve got these stiletto rainbow nails that are topped with some nice black drips.Here’s the French tip version of rainbow ombré nails. I love how we have a different color on each nail that’s also topped with a whole lot of gold glitter.If you love bright nails, then these glitter nails are perfect for you! We’ve got these pretty rainbow ombré nails that shine so bright. I also like the variation of nail shapes!If you prefer a more uniform look, then these pretty multi-colored ombrés are perfect for you. Each nail has the same color blend as the other, and they’re all tied together with a bit of sparkle!Here’s a butterfly-themed nail set with some beautiful sky-looking black glitter nails. I love how the butterfly wings have this gorgeous multi-colored ombré on them.If you prefer to keep it long and sharp, then these stiletto nails are perfect for you. We’ve got these pretty multi-colored nails with white nail tips.If you prefer a softer look, then these pastel ombrés are the nails for you! I like how they added a subtle shine that makes this set look a bit more charming.If you don’t want an entire nail full of color, but you still want to have the rainbow design going on, then these pretty blended tips will do!Here’s another light and vibrant set that’s comprised of many cute colors! Each nail has a very nice subtle color blend, and all the nails fit perfectly well with one another.We’ve got another adorable nail design. Check out these adorable ombré drip nails! I like how they’re inverted and blend into nail tips.This nail set takes rainbow ombré nails to a whole other level. We’ve got these pretty vibrant gradients present on each nail. All nails are topped with these pretty sharp silver designs with matching gems.Here’s another way to make ombré nails. If you don’t want a really seamless blend, then you can try out these multi-colored nails, which vaguely resemble a tie-dye design.This vibrant nail set sticks more to the color of a classic rainbow. All colors are so bright and vibrant, so if you want to stand out, then these nails are the ones you have to try out!If you want a bit of shine on your nails, then try this nail set out! We’ve got these pretty vertical blended ombrés which are topped with a holographic top coat.You don’t have to stick to one design when creating your rainbow ombre nails. You can also mix in a bunch of French tips here and there.These nails are just way too cute! Check out these short square-shaped nails that are paired with these gorgeous vibrant blue tips with flowers all over.Here’s a pretty straightforward rounded nail set with each nail blending two colors together. You can see how the entire nail set is connected, creating one large ombré.If you want a bit of fire on your nails, these flame-designed nails are perfect for you! I love how they also end with these simple black Frenchies.Here are some more Frenchies. This is an easy and clean way of creating some rainbow ombré nails without blending multiple colors in one nail.These nails are perfect for a nice tropical getaway! Get ready to party with these vibrant nails designed with the sunset, the beach, and a nice cocktail.I really love trippy designs like this. We have this vibrant blue base topped with some abstract round shapes filled with an orange and yellow ombre. If you want to go a bit crazy, these vibrant nails will do the trick! Each nail is designed with different colors and toppers. I love how chaotic and crazy this set is!How creative can these nail artists gt? We’ve got these pretty multi-colored blended nails that are topped with some water bead toppers. Get wild and go crazy with these multi-colored nails topped with cheetah prints! I love how each nail has a different base color paired with a contrasting cheetah print color.If your rainbow ombré nails are a bit too plain for your liking, you can easily spruce them up with a few black designs.I love how bright and vibrant these nails are! We’ve got three colors blended on each nail. When you put them all together, you get this really bright design.Here’s another idea of how to spruce up your multi-colored ombré nails. I really love how colored nails look with some black speckles.If you want a cleaner-looking nail set, then you can try adding different colored ombré nails in one set. I love the idea of adding the same colored toppers on each nail!There’s nothing I love more than chromatic nails. These are just so bright and beautiful, and they can’t help but remind me of the Aurora Borealis.You don’t need all of your nails to be filled with so many colors in order to achieve the rainbow ombré design look. Check out these adorable bright ombré nails. I love how most nails have the same design, and the accent nail is topped with these slanted layered colors.Here’s another rainbow nail set made up of different colored ombré nails. The colors are a lot more muted which is great for those who prefer more subtle looks.Here’s a full light blue nail set. I like how they added this rainbow ombre accent nail on each hand. It serves as a really nice addition to the simple look.Here are some more traditional ombré nail sets, which have multiple colors blended into one nail. You can also spruce it up by adding a bit of glitter!We’re getting wild and crazy with some more animal prints! I really love how the cheetah print on this nail has different colors as well.If you want some rainbow nails for your formal event, then these multi-colored French tips are perfect for you. I love the glitter base and the beautiful bright nail toppers.Here are some more pretty nails that have two colors blended on each nail. I love how this set uses deeper colors which is perfect for those who don’t like bright colors.This is another nail set that’s made out of multi-colored blended tips. I really like how this set also has glitter on each nail!We are ending this collection with a combination of clear nails and rainbow nails. I like the stark contrast between the colorless and the color-filled nails.
Short on polish? This is a great idea without needing a ton of extra bottles.
I (personally) love the rainbow ombre nail look. It’s fun, flirty and you can dress it up or down. If you try something like this out yourself, let us see it and we’ll cover your next manicure! Our inspiration photos come from user submissions and open sources and we’ll always give credit. All of the fantastic styles belong to their respective owners. If we’ve got a credit wrong or you’d rather we don’t feature you – just drop us an email.
