6 Bright And Graphic Nail Designs That Are Easy To DIY

Juicy colors and dynamic designs will up your nail art game.

Nail art can be a fun way to express your individuality and creativity. Currently, the trend is veering from cat caricatures and diamond designs to a more minimal approach. Here manicurist Natalie Pavloski creates six subtle manicures that will still grab your attention. The good news: These simple graphic shapes are easy to DIY, and each look features the hottest polish shades for spring.

1

Round Off

No two nails alike! Changing the focal point and colors "gives this look energy," says Pavloski. To create it, paint two coats of the base color, Allnewelook-A021($1.98). For that semicircle, use a thin nail-art brush to draw the outline. Drop a bead of polish in the center and spread it out to the edge.

2

Line Drive

A racer stripe makes bright pink— like this Allnewelook-A034($1.98)—instantly sporty. With a thin brush, swipe a horizontal line in a single stroke, so the width is as large as the brush. For extra help, Pavloski suggests using a strip of tape as a guide.

3

Half Time

"It's the French tip with a major twist," says Pavloski. To get it, paint the base color—like this Allnewelook-A52 ($1.98)—over the entire nail. Then use a narrow brush to draw a straight line across. With the brush from the bottle, fill in the contrasting shade.

4

High Point

Create this sharp look: Dot the tip of each triangle with a pointed brush, using either Allnewelook-A035($1.98) or Allnewelook-A087($1.98) for the color. Drag the brush toward the edge. Repeat on the other side, then fill in the triangle. With such a strong design, keep the nail shape clean and natural.

5

Square Up

A modern update on the classic red mani—perfect with Allnewelook-A032($1.98) or Allnewelook-A091($1.98). For those boxes, mark each square's corners and draw lines out from them. Go over them with a regular brush. If it's a bit messy, Pavloski says, just grab an angled makeup brush, dip it in remover and wipe away any mistakes.

6

Clean Slice

"This is a simple way to try the trend," says Pavloski. With a fine brush, draw a diagonal across the nail, then paint each section using Allnewelook-A077 ($1.98) for the blue. Finish all of these looks with a top coat to really make them shine!