5 Fourth Of July Nail Designs That Bring The Sparkle

What could possibly be better than some sparkle on the Fourth of July? The holiday is synonymous with glitter in the sky (aka fireworks), which is why we think you need to bring some flare to your nails this holiday. From uber shiny glitter manicures, to exciting nail jewelry, there are so many ways to put a fun spin on your Independence Day nails your own this year – all while bringing a bang bigger than any firework.

So, to help your nails make a statement at your next Independence Day celebration, we decided to do our patriotic duty and bring you a selection of red, white, and blue designs you can use as your inspiration. The best part is they'll work on a vast array of different nail shapes and sizes and will suit your mood, no matter if you're looking for an absolute explosion or just a hint of sparkle.  

If you're looking to pack a whole lot of shine into your manicure as well as sparkle, then layering holographic stickers over a glitter background is a great way to do that. Start with a couple of coats of red, white, and blue glitter and apply one shade to each nail. Then add the stickers in uniform way to pack a patriotic punch. It's essentially a primary color version of the mirrorball manicure look that's trending, so you know you're wearing what's hot.

For those who really want to make a bold statement, nothing says super sparkle like rhinestones. The three-dimensional look elevates the look into its own work of art, making it perfect for a Fourth of July celebration. There are countless ways you can use trendy nail accessories, like gemstones to create a bejeweled patriotic look, though the most on-brand for the season is to create the US flag design. Apply the look on every nail if you have the time and patience, or just on one accent nail per hand.

When we said firework-style sparkle for the Fourth of July, we meant it literally! Create your own explosion using a simple white base and thin lines of red, white, and silver glitter polish extending outward from a center dot. You can use a nail art brush to get the thin strokes that will help you put on the best firework display of the year. 

IF you want a more artsy fireworks display, try blended layers. Start with a white background, and, once it's dried, apply red and blue nail lacquers over the top. While those colorful shades are still wet, use a fanned nail art brush to blend the two together for an almost flame-like effect, a la an Independence Day bonfire. You could also create an on-theme version of the amber flecks that spark from a fire by adding blue or red chunky glitter over the top.

Get patriotic with glitter on every nail if you want that extra dose of sparkle while watching the Independence Day fireworks. How you incorporate the U.S. flag into your look is all down to you – so get those creative juices flowing! – but one way of doing things is to add the stars and stripes on one nail using red and white glitter and the stars on another with blue and white. You could do the same on your other nails, or instead opt for full on glitter to really shine.