21 Navy Blue Nail Ideas for the Perfect Fall Manicure

There are many stunning shades of blue nail polish to choose from. You could go for a soft and subtle baby blue or take things in a moodier direction with navy blue. While the latter may not be the most common nail color, it's definitely a stunning pick. The rich, dark shade of blue is incredibly striking, whether used all over your nails or as an accent color.

To convince you to try the shade, we've rounded up 18 navy blue nail designs that are beyond gorgeous. See all of the manicure ideas below.

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Navy Chrome Nails

Consider these iridescent, navy blue nails for your next manicure. The chrome finish enhances the mesmerizing nature of the dark blue polish.

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Sparkly Navy Nails

Navy blue is already a vibrant color. Add a hint of sparkle to the polish, and you have an even more eye-catching finish.

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Blue Marble Nails

Enhance your navy blue nails with a few light blue marble mosaics. The intricate detailing and flecks of gold on the accent nails make them a work of art.

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Color Splash Navy Nails

This glossy navy manicure features a single accent nail on each hand. The splashy, abstract design adds a playful pop to the dark mani.

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Seasonal Navy Nails

It's never too early to consider potential winter nail designs. This seasonal set features gorgeous snowflakes and negative space French tips.

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Intricate Navy Nails

Extra-long nails deserve extra-special designs. This set combines aura accents , chrome, and rhinestones to create a statement-making moment.

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Wavy Gradient Nails

These wavy nails offer a modern take on French manicures. Each nail features a different shade of blue, with striking silver lining on the tips.

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Blue Velvet

She wore blue velvet, and bluer than the velvet was her navy blue manicure. This deep, dark shade is so very moody.

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Navy Floral Nails

Imagine walking through a field of daisies. These nails capture that scene. The white flowers look beautiful against the navy backdrop.

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Snowflake Navy Nails

Another take on snowflake nails: This glittery set resembles a winter sky. The detailed snowflakes and velvet navy polish are a perfect pair.

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Floral Navy Nails

We can't get enough floral nail designs, and this dainty set is one reason why. The manicure features gorgeous navy and white flowers across each nail.

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Navy Blue Swirl

If you're into abstract nails, a negative space manicure is the perfect choice. The neutral base perfectly balances the navy swirl designs.

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Curvy Navy Nails

Instead of a classic French design, go for curvy tips. The barely-there base allows the navy details to shine.

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Starry Navy Nails

One of the most beautiful scenes is a starry night sky, and this set captures it perfectly. To achieve the look, add handpainted white stars to a few navy nails.

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Accent Navy Nails

Short, square nails continue to pop up on our feed—and this is a gorgeous example. The solid navy nails are paired with watercolor-esque florals to create the perfect set.

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Two-Toned Navy Nails

There are many ways to remix a French manicure. For this look, the navy blue tips are contrasted with swipes of light blue polish.

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Mermaid Navy Nails

It doesn't get much more elevated and edgy than this manicure. Incorporate aura accents, chrome shapes, and rhinestones to bring this iridescent set to life.

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Midnight Glitter

The easiest way to up the ante on your navy blue manicure is to add some glitter. This polish— Holo Taco's Hit The Lights —is the perfect offering.

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Multicolored Navy Nails

This navy manicure ventures into mismatched territory, featuring different colors and designs on each nail. The unique nail art and color palette make this an unforgettable set.

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Navy and Yellow Nails

Sometimes, simplicity is the key. These almond-shaped nails have a glossy navy base and little yellow dots on the tips, creating a cool contrast.

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Navy and Tortoiseshell

Behold: Two fall favorites coming together for the perfect manicure. Navy and tortoiseshell are both neutrals and should be treated as such.

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