25 Neutral Minimalist Nail Designs On Trend for 2022

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If you love minimalist nails and keeping your manicure simple but not boring, then this list is for you! Minimalist and simplistic nail designs are all the rage and definitely the Pinterest perfect nail design to share with your nail tech or try to attempt yourself because they are so simple!


Minimalist nails are just a twist on a classic look! It’s fun to rock the subtle but fun manicure, especially if bright colors and super bold patterns just aren’t your thing. The best part about it is that you can make these neutral minimalist nails work for any season or occasion!


So today I will be sharing these super fun neutral minimalist nails for 2022. These are all definitely Pinterest worthy so be sure to save them to your manicure inspiration board before getting your nails done (or doing them yourself!). Speaking of DIY manicures, if it’s not really your thing but you also don’t want to shell out cash to go to the nail salon, all of the nail designs I am sharing below can be purchased as press on nail kits! That way you get the perfect and exact design and they’re super easy to apply!


A lot of these press on nails also come in multiple shapes, not just the ones pictured. So whether you’re looking for minimalist almond nails, coffin shape, square, long nails, short nails, you name it, I’m sure you can find it!


I also love so many of these designs from simple French tips, to swirl nail designs, and some other fun abstract nails, there is something for every minimalist nail design lover!


Quick disclaimer before I share all these fun nail designs with you: some of the links I share are affiliate links. All this means is that if you click through and happen to make a purchase, I may get a small commission. This helps me to keep this blog up and running so thanks for stopping by today!



25 Minimalist Nail Designs On Trend for 2022


1- Nude to White Ombre Nails

white ombre coffin shaped nails

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I love these simple but fun nude and white ombre nails! This is perfect for any season and would actually be really fun to do if you are a bride to be! It’s classy, elegant, but also a little fun and trendy.

2-Minimalist Brown Nail Design

minimalist brown nail design

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In LOVE with this simplistic design and brown is THE color right now. Definitely an easy to copy look and a design that would work any time of year!

3- Zebra Print Tips Nail Design

zebra print tips nails design

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Animal print is a neutral in my book. This zebra print take on fun tips for your nails is so chic! Definitely a fun way to spice up your manicure.

4-Brown Pink and White Abstract Swirl Nails

White Nude Swirl Nail Design

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Love the look of this fun abstract design. This pink color is just light enough to pass for neutral and I love how abstract but simple this design looks.

5- Nude Nails with Black Outline Tips

nude nails with black outline tips

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These are so fun and unique but also so understated and minimalistic! I love how chic these look and of course black and nude goes with everything!

6- Earth Tone Brown Beige Nails

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Neutral and simple with a twist! Love the brushed design effect and tones of these gorgeous nails!

7- Reverse French Nails

reverse french nails

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Definitely obsessing over the reverse French! A twist on a classic and so chic. Another fun manicure idea for brides too!

8- Nude and White Swirl Nails

nude and white swirl nails

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Love these simple but trendy nude and white swirl nails. If you haven’t tried out the swirl nail design trend yet this would be a good way to ease into it!

9- Outline French Tip Nails

nude white outline french tip nails

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These are another fun twist on your typical French tips! They’re so simple but make a statement!

10- Nude Nails with Brown Tips

nude nails with brown tips

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A fun way to add some brown to your manicure with these brown tips! So chic and the perfect neutral that will look good any season!

11- Black and White Swirl Nails

black and white swirl nail design

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Love the black and white swirl nail design here! It stands out but works for any season and is still simple enough to replicate easily.

12- Simple Brown Abstract Nail Design

simple brown abstract nails

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These are SO chic! The perfect neutral shade of brown and a very simple minimalistic design. Perfect for your next manicure.

13- Black Dots Nail Design

Nails with black dots nail design

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Here is a fun take on polka dots that isn’t so… polka dotty? If that makes any sense. Simple, neutral and chic!

14- Brown and White Cow Print Nail Design

brown and white cow print nail design

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Cow print is definitely trending right now with all the western vibes I’m seeing on my Pinterest feed (western boots are a huge shoe trend right now!) These nails are too cute and I am loving the neutral tones.

15-Black and White Swirl Tips

black and white swirl tips nail design

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Okay I am LOVING these. A combo of the fun tips trend and the swirl nails trend! Obsessed.

16- Brown and White Swirl Nails

brown and white swirl nails

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Loving this fun wavy swirl pattern that is simple and chic. These colors are so pretty but still nice and neutral too.

17- Minimalist Nude and Gold Nail Design

minimalist nude gold nail design

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Ok if you are truly looking for minimalist nail design then this definitely fits the bill. SO simple but so chic with the accent being a glittery gold! Very pretty and understated.

17-Nude and White Minimalist Nail Design

white and nude minimalist nail design

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If you’re the girl who ALWAYS goes for a white nail, this is a fun step up from that with this cute but simple design.

18- Gold Outline French Tip Nails

gold outline french tip nails

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If you love the outline French tip look but want a little glitter than this is the nail design for you! Still minimalistic but with a little bit of sparkle.

19- Black and White Diagonal and Reverse Tips

black and white reverse french tips

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This is a fun one but still so subtle and simple. Definitely a cute way to get a unique nail design but still have an ode to the classic French tips!

20-Edgy White French Tips

White diagonal french tip nails

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Love these! An edgier and more fun way to do French tips if you like square shaped nails! I have gotten my nails done like this before and received so many compliments.

21- Artsy Eye Design Neutral Nails

Ok these are unique for sure but I love the cute little eyes (kind of get evil eye vibes). It feels fun but not over the top and they’re nice a neutral. Definitely fun if you like to venture on the artsier side of nail art!

22- Leopard Print Tips Nail Design

Leopard print tips nail design

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These are SO fun if you’re a die hard leopard print lover. I could never have my nails this long personally, but I think they would look cute on shorter almond shaped nails too!

23- Nude and Rose Gold Metallic Nail Design

nude and rose gold metallic nail design

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If you love neutrals and also love rose gold then this the nail design for you! Such a fun little design that simple and understanded with a little shine and sparkle.

24- Diagonal French Tip Nail Design

stiletto shaped nails with french tips

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Totally love the diagonal French tip look on stiletto shaped nails too! If that’s your style then this is how it looks on that nail shape. So chic!

25- Nude and Gold Dot Nails

gold dots on nude nails

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These feel festive to me! Seem perfect for the holidays or for birthday nails, but still neutral and minimalistic.

So that is my full roundup of the best neutral minimalist nail designs on trend for 2022! If you are loving these then be sure to save them to your Pinterest and let me know in the comments below which one one (or ones) are your favorite!

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