Birthday nails are perhaps our favourite type of nails because they are a cause for celebration: enter your most experimental design yet. Just about anything goes, whether you're having a big party, a lovely dinner with friends or just kicking back at home, there are plenty of nail designs to set the tone.
To get your creative juices flowing, allow us to shed light on some of our favourites nail designs: there's ombré, Euphoria-worthy sets and fresh takes on the French mani, which all make for strong choices. And, if you want to match your nails with the hues of the season you're born in, look no further than the bright neon designs of summer or the chrome and metallic finishes of winter, not to mention spring-appropriate nails and the moody yet classy tones of autumn.
However, if you're spoilt for choice we've narrowed down the search and hand picked the hottest nail sets the internet has to offer. Sit back, relax, and have a scroll through these birthday-worthy manis.
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Metallic Nails
When we came across this set we just had to add it to our round up! Metallic nails are guaranteed to turn heads at your birthday soirée.
Ombré Nails
Ombré nails will never get old and this set proves it. The diamonds surrounding the cuticle smile line add a touch of glamour, perfect for your special day.
Charm Crazy
As a working gal sometimes our nails don't have the time to shine but on this occasion we have to let things slide. Go charm crazy and recreate this pretty design below.
Glitz
Create a gorgeous gradient effect with glitter polish by painting over a soft, natural base colour. Make sure you add silver accessories to complete the look.
Classic French
If you're into minimal nail designs, there is nothing wrong with sticking to a white-tipped manicure. For one, it goes with everything and two, it always looks good!
Fun Prints
Your birthday is a time you can let loose and have fun, so why can't the same be said for your nails? This set below features cow print, stripes and colour – a total vibe.
Croc Nails
French tips can be merged with anything and this is proof. Who would have thought croc prints would look so cool on a square French manicure?
Bring Out The Colour
Complex designs can also be done with BIAB, as seen below. If you're a summer baby and want a vibrant set to match the hues of the season, go ahead and start screenshotting.