Subtle Valentine's Day Nail Looks For A Swoon Worthy Manicure

Valentine's Day is not only a time to show how much you care about the people you love, but also how much you care about yourself. And what better way to treat yourself than with a fresh manicure inspired by the lovely holiday? There's plenty of Valentine's Day nail inspiration out there, but much of it features very loud, super vibrant designs that many of us have seen year-after-year. Of course, there's nothing wrong with those sorts of bold designs if that's what you fancy and you should always wear what you like! But you can also show your love for Cupid's day with more subtle looks.

And subtle doesn't have mean boring. Minimalist nails can be just as stunning as louder designs. Plus, they're more likely to be wearable well beyond the holiday. So, before you head to your nail tech's studio, you should consider some more chill, but stunning designs. 

You can never go wrong with a French manicure and what better way to get in the Valentine's Day spirit than adding some cute little hearts to this classic look. Use a tool like FULINJOY Dotting Pens to add the lovable design over a traditional French manicure. Alternatively, use adhesives, such as Sutaozhi Heart Nail Decals to get the same effect. It doesn't matter what colors you decide to use, this design is the perfect accessory for any date night, as well as friend and solo outings.

You can up your subtle nail game with a matte nail design! It's attention grabbing without being too over-the-top. Using a pearl pink base, you can make it matte, which will help any design you do on top stick out. Why not add hearts in what ever color you choose, but white will really shine against matte. You can then add small pearls, white dots or confetti, among other ideas. And if you want to try this for yourself, it's not hard to get the matte nail look at home.

When you go subtle, it doesn't have to mean boring. Put a twist on an old classic like the French manicure by switching out the usual white for a pop of vibrant cherry with a pink border. It's a simple tribute to the sweet holiday without being so in-your-face.

Who says that red and pink have to be the official colors of Valentine's Day? If you're not a fan of these traditional hues but still want something romantic, opt for black polish instead. It's been great to see people use unconventional colors to put their own spin on the holiday. You can really go bold with black hearts, which will give you a unique and classy look that will get people talking while still being subtle enough to match any outfit. This is a look after Wednesday Addams' heart.

If you appreciate the coquette beauty trend, nothing should stop you from indulging when it comes to your nails. A baby pink base with a white ribbon, sparkle, or heart design is dainty and chic. Plus, the simple design means you can easily wear this manicure well past Valentine's Day.