Festival Nail Inspiration
Festival season is the perfect excuse to go all out with your beauty look and your nails are no exception. Whether you're dancing in a muddy field or basking in the sun, your nails are the ultimate finishing touch to your outfit. In this blog, we’re sharing standout festival nail inspiration to help you steal the show. Plus, we’ve included a few must-know nail tips to keep your mani looking fresh from the first beat to the final encore.
This vibrant festival look pairs 327 Mandarin Orange and 108 Lady in Red stars with a soft base of Rubber Base Cover Soft Nude – a bold yet playful combo that screams summer vibes. Star shapes can be a little challenging at first, so practising on a swatch is definitely worth it. Once you get the hang of it, the result is a super fun, standout design that’s made for festival season.
These fiery nails are ready to turn heads at any festival. The base is Rubber Base Cover Playful Pink, topped with bold red flames using 108 Lady in Red – a combo that’s both striking and fun. Check out our flame nail art tutorial to see exactly how it’s done and create your own red-hot festival look! And of course, you can recreate this look with any colour combo you like.
In the mood for something fierce but low-effort? These gel nail stickers in 028 Lavish Leopard bring instant attitude to your festival look. The glossy finish and bold print give the effect of a full salon mani in minutes. Perfect for packing light or those last-minute “what am I doing with my nails?” moments.
If you're after something subtle but festive, this polka dotted design on a shimmering pink base is the one. For the base the combination of 419 Marshmallow Nude & Effect Coat Shimmering Pearl was used. The dots were made with the Dotting Tool and 101 Soft White. It’s simple, sweet, and totally wearable – even after the festival ends. Discover more about the Polka Dot Nail Trend. Perfect for those who like their nail art minimal with a hint of fun.
If bold nail art isn’t your thing but you still want something fun for festival season, this minimalist striped look is your go-to. The neutral base keeps it clean, while the mix of pastel lines adds just the right amount of playfulness. Use a Fine Liner brush for sharp lines, and feel free to mix up the colours to match your outfit. It’s easy, quick, and looks effortlessly cool.
This dreamy combo of 266 Baby Blue and 324 Lotus Lila mixes playful daisies with a retro checkerboard pattern – perfect for adding a soft but fun twist to your festival nails. The contrast between the cool blue base and lilac accents makes it pop without being too loud. Use a Fine Liner brush for the checks and a Dotting Tool for the petals to keep it neat. Want both sweet and statement? This one’s for you.
For a glowing festival look, this combo hits the sweet spot. The base is 421 Mocha Brown, topped with the magnetic shimmer of Cat Eye Sunstone Gold – a subtle, earthy sparkle that catches the light beautifully. Use the cat eye magnet to shift the shimmer into place for that signature effect.
This dreamy festival set combines 324 Lotus Lila, 327 Mandarin Orange and 340 Sweet Pink for a mix of flames, stars, florals and sparkles. Each nail has its own vibe, but the cohesive pastel palette ties it all together. Perfect for dancing under the stars.
Did you know dots could be this fun? This graphic yet minimal look combines a neutral base with perfectly placed colourful dots in different sizes – like confetti for your fingertips. It’s playful without being over the top, and super festival-appropriate. Use a Dotting Tool and your favourite colours. Tip: Shop our Colourful Dots Nail Art Set and discover how to make this look step by step in our Colourful Dotting Nail Art blog.
This playful mix-and-match mani brings all the feel-good festival energy: smileys, daisies, yin yangs and a bold LOVE statement – what more do you need? The bright base colours keep it fun and youthful, while each nail tells its own little story. It’s the perfect look if you can’t pick just one design and want to carry all the good vibes right at your fingertips.
Nothing says festival quite like colourful daisy nails! This cheerful mix of shades brings instant retro vibes and is guaranteed to get you compliments. The key? Keep your flowers simple and playful. You can switch up the colour combos to match your outfit or go all out with a rainbow mix like this one.
A colourful twist on the classic French mani, this look keeps things clean but full of personality. 388 Rosewater Pink for the base with the neon tips pop – think bright pink, green, orange, yellow and sky blue. It’s bold without being too much, and easy to recreate with your favourite neon colours.
This colourful mismatch mani is giving cool, casual festival energy with a twist. Juicy Yellow, Palmbeach Green, Beautiful Black, and cheeky hand-painted smileys make this look anything but boring. It’s playful, expressive and super easy to customise depending on your vibe. Perfect for anyone who doesn’t take themselves too seriously – just good nails and good fun.
This joyful mix of bright pink and sunny yellow brings instant festival flair. From smiley faces to checkerboards and swirly lines – each nail is a mini party on its own. The neutral base keeps it balanced, while the neon pops make it playful and fun. Ideal if you love a freestyle!
The mix of cheerful colours and metallic accents adds just the right amount of fun. Go freehand with the Fine Liner brush to bring flow to your festival look.
This colour combo is pure festival energy. The look combines bold neons with a simple vertical stripe, creating a playful yet eye-catching effect. It’s easy to recreate but guaranteed to make you stand out. And the best part? These bright shades are likely to glow under blacklight – perfect for dancing into the night.
Ready to create your own festival nails? Whether you go for bold flames, playful patterns or subtle shimmer – it’s all about having fun and expressing your style. We’d love to see your creations, so don’t forget to share your festival looks on Instagram and tag us @pinkgellac or use the hashtag #pinkgellac.
