15 nail art and color ideas to try for spring 2022 and beyond

Spring has sprung, and what better time than now to switch up your nails for brighter, longer days ahead?

Whether you've been in a nail rut all winter, or you're looking to bloom into the new season with a fresh look, there's so much to choose from.

To keep you from being underwhelmed or overwhelmed, we've searched the internet far and wide to find standout looks to add to your next nail mood board.

There is everything from beautiful floral designs to color-coordinated French manicures, so get inspired by these 15 spring-ready nail looks.

Flower power

Nail artist and educator Vivian W created a fun mix of flower decorated and french manicure nails with an orange twist.

Euphoric

Digital style and beauty reporter Jacqueline Laurean Yates showed of a sparkling "Euphoria" -like look inspired by the show's Cassie character.

Gems of joy

This gem-filled look by @getnailed_bb screams spring in the most dazzling way.

Swirls for the girls

Nailsxgoldenhour slayed this swirly mint green look infusing a mix of OPI nail shades.

Pearl-fection

Chanel nail artist Betina R. Goldstein has created the perfect pearl decorated mani for all your spring outings.

Blue gradient spring florals

This beautiful blue gradient floral look is created using Glossify nail polish in shades Naked, Amalfi, Bluebird, Capri and Bright White.

Go Green

This subtle yet bright take on a French mani screams "spring!" Try using The GelBottle Inc in V001 and BIAB 19 to mimic the look.

Vibrant violet

Pastels are a no-brainer for spring, but this vibrant violet is a color you'll want to rock all season long. Try Bio Sculpture gel nail polish in Wild Orchid.

Blooming Daisies

If this manicure doesn't bring up thoughts of spring, what does? The hot blend used Gel Bottle Inc in BIAB19, Daisy, Queen Bee and Flashing lights. The nails here are also prepped with Navy Professional tools.

Neon cow print

Think: cow print with a neon twist! This electric orange design is great for spring and summer.

Color collab

Tune in with colors that echo the spirit of the season, like nail artist Betina Goldstein did with colors from the Essie Expressie Dial Up collection in In The Modern, We Don't Mesh, Up Up and Away Message, Sh00k and mall crawler.

Daisies and dots

More florals for spring? Yes, please! This fun design was created with Magpie Beauty nail polish in Perfect Poly for the overlay, Glitter Henrietta, Velvet Top for the topcoat, Gel Paints White and Yellow and Glitter Yang.

Golden thread

With over 40,000 likes on Instagram, this gorgeously gilded green manicure features equal parts swirls, negative space and an upgraded French mani design.

Barbie French

Color coordinate your favorite spring outfits to match this bubblegum pink take on the French manicure.

Flower Power

Screenshot and try this cool color combination of flowers like nail enthusiast Julia Talisman.

Editor's Note: This story was originally pusblished on March 24, 2021.