18 Birthday Nail Ideas 2024

1

Silver Star Nails

It's your birthday, and what better way to show that you're the star of the show than with eye-catching chrome star stickers on those freshly manicured bday nails?

2

Pastel Wave Nails

Wavy nail art has been living in our minds rent-free since first becoming a trend, but this cool-toned pastel take has us literally counting down the days to our birthday week. Just make sure you have your nail art brushes ready!

3

Aura Nails

We've seen these aura-inspired nails allll over our feeds lately, and no matter the colors you choose, they always manage to absolutely slay.

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4

Ballerina Bow Nails

Baby pink nail polish will always have a special place in our hearts, but when you add these oh-so-adorable bows to the equation, well, they deserve to be front and center.

5

Mix and Match Nails

Can't decide on one design? Then, don't! Go ahead and get creative by popping a different aesthetic on every single finger ya got.

6

Minimal Iridescent Nails

If it's Sofia Richie-esque nails you want, then it's Sofia Richie-esque nails you'll get, bb! If you prefer simplicity, these minimal nails dolled up with dreamy iridescent polish are perfect for you.

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7

Blue Denim Nails

If there's one day to go bold with your manicure, it's 100% your birthday, and this unique design with electric blue polish is giving what it needs to give.

8

Flame Heart Nails

Have you ever seen a mani that deserves both the heart eyes and fire flames? Well, you're looking at it. These fiery nails are a unique take on the classic French mani, and we're here for it.

9

Gemstone French Tips

If you're a French mani stan but want to try something a little different for your big celebration, give these celestial gemstones a try. After all, you can never have enough birthday bling.

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10

Glitter Nails

Consider this your reminder that not all birthday nails have to be an elaborate design. These golden glitter nails have all the 24k magic you'll need to shine brighter than your candles.

11

Chrome Tips

Chrome gives bad b*tch energy, and you can't convince us otherwise. Honestly, who needs to go searching for the perfect bday accessories when your finger tips are the star of the show? Plus, now that we've been seeing chrome nail powder all over out feeds, it's not a want but a n-e-e-d.

12

Funfetti Nails

Our inner 12-year-old is screaming, crying, throwing up with excitement that funfetti has managed to make it onto manicures. After all, the colorful nail rhinestones match perfectly with the party decorations.

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13

Barbie Pink Nails

Barbie-core ruled 2023, and no, we don't plan on stopping it anytime soon. Yes, it's a lifestyle. Mix and match a hot pink polish with a classic pink shade for a fresh take on Barbie nails.

14

Asymmetric French Tips

Okay, so here's the thing—we're a sucker for a classic French manicure. But, since it's your birthday, switch it up with this asymmetric design that's classy, but worthy of its own photoshoot.

15

Tuxedo Nails

Go shawty! It's ya birthday, and you mean b-u-s-i-n-e-s-s. If your birthday theme is as classic as you, try these fun tuxedo nails for something a lil more elevated.

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16

Neon Meets Pastel Nails

If you haven't picked up on it yet, we're biggg French tip girlies over here. For yet another fun twist on the look, try a mix of unexpected colors, like pastel polishes and neon accents, to liven up your bday.

17

Mermaid-Inspired Nails

Whether you're falling head over heels for the mermaid-core trend or just want something fun and unexpected for your big day, this metallic blue polish will have everyone swooning.

18

Tortoise Nails

Okay, we always thought tortoise shell was just for sunglasses, but now that we've seen it in nail art form, you can bet we're gonna try this design for our next birthday mani. Plus, the red pop of polish is to. die. for.

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Chaise Sanders is an Associate Editor at Cosmopolitan, where she covers anything from lifestyle and beauty to entertainment and style. Wanna upgrade your skincare game? She's got you covered with the best facial cleansing brushes. Or maybe you're in need of a new true crime show to binge? Got that covered too! Prior to joining the Cosmo team, Chaise was an editor at Country Living (also part of the Hearst fam) where she interviewed celebs like Dolly Parton, LeAnn Rimes and even Martha Stewart. Now, as one of the Big Apple's newest residents, there's a good chance that you can catch her checking out an Insta-worthy cafe or spending way to much $$$ in vintage stores.

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