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How to Get Ombre Nails (and 19 Stunning Ways to Rock Them)

These monochromatic manis are anything but boring
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Boasting Blue
While we normally can't stand attention snobs, we'll make an exception for these moody blue ombre nails. The striking contrast between the light and dark shades is enough to catch the eye of any onlooker. Plus, the gradient effect blends the polish colors together beautifully, so you're not rocking harsh blue stripes.

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Galaxy Nails
Yes, ombre nails are already pretty stunning on their own, but we know we've got some overachievers out there ready to crank up their nail art a notch. One suggestion? Add some intricate line work over your black gradient nails for a constellation effect.

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 Swanky Silver
Forget the silver jewelry and accessorize with these metallic ombre nails. They're classy and luxurious looking. Hell, you could do the same with gold polish if you're really feeling the rich girl vibes (cue Gwen Stefani).

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Beachy Ombre Nails
Missing summertime? Bring out your inner beach babe (no matter what the month because we DGAF), by sporting summery pastel gradient ombre nails that bring back our favorite memories (like swimming in the ocean and summer popsicles).

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Back to Black
When we edit our photos on Insta (because girl, we all do), contrast is usually one of the first things we crank up to get those pops of color and vibrancy. Since we can't edit our nails IRL (sad face), pairing a black nail polish with silver and turquoise glitter polish is one option. Paint on your silver glitter first, going light as you near your cuticle line. Then use your turquoise glitter polish and lightly overlap the silver in the middle and go heavy on the tips. And BAM — gorgeous glittery ombre nails.

BY JESSICA AMARIS | DEC 28, 2016 | SHARES
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