Classic nail colors exist. We see red, pink, and white in everyday manicures. An uncommon color? Orange.
“This goldfish nail art by Nailing Hollywood artist Hang Nguyen includes a whimsical element that fits nicely with orange shades,” says CEO Mazz Hanna, a nail artist.
French manicures suit any color. Squiggle edges and tiny minty-blue flowers make an orange French manicure stand out.
Perfect orange tones should capture the manicure focus. An example? Essie's To DIY For Nail Lacquer ($10) is bright tomato orange.
Popular in 2024, aura nails may be made in any hue, even orange. DIY the look by starting with a solid pink foundation and dabbing orange color into each nail center with a sponge.
Summertime jelly nails are fashionable, so try this jelly orange Skittle manicure.
How fun is Nguyen's pink-orange color-block manicure? You may copy the look with striping tape and your favorite pink and orange manicures.
Unexpected nail looks include orange and jelly nails. Combine the two for an eye-catching manicure.
In 2024, '70s style is a big inspiration, so consider it for your nails. Sapiens used essie Sunshine Be Mine ($7), Nailtopia Jamaican Me Crazy (sold out), and Lights Lacquer Hide the Rum ($11) for this look.
If you like vivid orange spritz but want more colors, try this chunky swirl pattern. It was done with Sally Hansen Insta-Dri Nail Polish ($8) in Up in the Clouds, Catch Me If You Clam, and Traveling Light.
Your manicure can be cheerful even without a bright orange nail polish. Look at this muted orange daisy manicure.