4th of July Nail Art Ideas

You don’t need to wear a flag print top or dress to show off your patriotism. In fact, there’s a long-standing debate over whether wearing the American flag is considered disrespectful or if it shows national pride. On top of that, red, white and blue all over simply isn’t the color scheme for everyone. Play it safe while celebrating the USA with these Fourth of July-inspired nail art ideas culled from Pinterest.

4th of July Nail Art Ideas

4th of July Nail Art Ideas #1

Nothing says summer like a little bit of sparkle and some Breton stripes. The glossy crimson helps tame the overall look.

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4th of July Nail Art Ideas #2

This mani is great because it's patriotic, but you can just as easily wear this look after the long weekend. And as mentioned previously, glitter is always appreciated come summer.

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4th of July Nail Art Ideas #3

If you're just starting to play with nail art, go with one accent finger. Make sure you have a thin brush as this look will only work if your lines and dots are perfectly manicured.

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4th of July Nail Art Ideas #4

If your motto is "go bold or go home," then this is the look for you. To tone it down, simply opt for single white and red stripes.

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4th of July Nail Art Ideas #5

Even though this is one of the more subtle designs, fireworks always draw attention. Again, using a thin brush is key.

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4th of July Nail Art Ideas #6

Quick, easy and fun, this is a look pretty much anyone can pull off. For a quicker version, simply find a sticker instead of painting on the star.

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4th of July Nail Art Ideas #7

This is the perfect look if you want to be on-trend with the day's festivities, but are short on time. Or simply aren't a fan of nail art.

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4th of July Nail Art Ideas #8

This may be a classic look, but it's not easy to achieve the perfect edges required to pull it off. If you've got the steady hand required, however, it's about as conspicuously in line with the day's theme as possible.

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4th of July Nail Art Ideas #9

If you've got the skills and time to put in to achieving this look, go for it. It's hard not to smile when looking down at such an upbeat mani.

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4th of July Nail Art Ideas #10

Show the boys who rules with the ultimate combo — USA pride and Wonder Woman. The shinier the stars, the better.

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