9 Valentine's Day Nail Ideas That Are As Scrumptious As A Box Of Chocolates

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February 14 is all about being pampered by others and yourself, as well. That means in addition to experimenting with the many romantic hair looks to try this Valentine's Day, it's worth treating yourself to a fresh manicure that features fresh flowers, hearts, and yummy goodies. While the key color for V-Day is red, that doesn't mean you're limited to crimson shades. There's a plethora of nail polish ideas that will have you (and your significant other) swooning over your digits.

If you love love, what better way to shout it out to the world with a dazzling design? With fun accessories and easy DIY tools, you can give yourself a fresh mani at home while watching your favorite rom-com. Or, use one of our suggestions as an inspo for your nail tech. From lush chocolate shades to gorgeous hues of pinks and reds, you'll have so many options that will have you switching out your manicure all month long.

Show the world how smitten your are with your beau (or yourself) by love-bombing your nails. All you need is some bright pink and red polish, such as Double Rhythm Pink Neon and OPI Red Vixen, as well as a bit of metallic gold to add some glitz. To get the super-thin gold detailing as pictured, you'll need a nail pen with a fine tip, such as this Saviland Nail Art Pen Set that comes with 12 colors. Use the tool to create festive hearts, Xs and Os, as well as tiny bows. 

Valentine's Day wouldn't be complete without some chocolate — and it's not just for eating. If you're not into rosy reds and pinks, a gorgeous deep brown is the perfect color for celebrating the season of love. While this shade is usually associated with the fall, rich brown works just as well during late winter as it matches pretty much any outfit. Be sure to choose one with a slight shimmer and red undertone for a more festive feel. And don't forget a high-shine topcoat to keep your manicure looking radiant all weekend long.

For a subtle Valentine's Day swoon-worthy nail look, polka dots are the way to go. Not only are they classic and classy, but they're super easy to execute. You can go for a vintage black and white look, or try a fun red and pink design. Simply choose a base color, and then, using an Artdone Nail Dotting Tool dipped in the second polish, make uniform spots throughout. To punch up your manicure, use the inverse colors on the other hand.

Embrace your inner coquette this Valentine's Day with eye-catching nail art. Cherry and floral designs are oh so delectable that you'll have your date eating out of your hand. If you're attempting this mani by yourself, nail stickers are the way to go, as they'll give you the same result without the painstaking process of drawing them on. Qiipii Cherry Nail Stickers come with rhinestones for extra sparkle, while Splocudu Daisy Art Nail Decals has cutesy designs that are perfectly on-theme.

There's nothing more luxurious-looking than a deep brown polish with a hint of eggplant for a bohemian vibe this Valentine's Day. Because this shade leans a bit moody, especially if you're using a matte finish, save a couple of nails for bright accent piece. Some abstract flowers would fit the boho aesthetic, but be sure to choose colors in the same family, like Maychao Magenta Polish or Double Rhythm Dark Brown Gel Polish, so that your mani looks cohesive.

When you can't get enough of pink, why not swathe your digits in multiple colors? There's no such thing as too much pink on a day celebrating amore, so make your nails pop with bold shades. Alternate a bubblegum-hued polish with bright neon pink, and then keep things interesting with various designs. Polka dots and stripes are always simple, yet fun patterns, but don't forget to incorporate some hearts into your nail art. After all, you can't honor Cupid's day without the symbol of love.

French manicures never go out of style, and if you're looking for a subtle V-Day design, this one is for you. Add some tiny hearts to the base of your nail using any color of your desire. Blue is an unexpected choice, but it does just as well as pink and red. Hearts are super easy to make when you use a dotting tool like the AIBEE Nail Art Brushes. Begin by adding two tiny dots side-by-side, and then drag the polish down to make a point on the bottom.

Valentine's Day doesn't always have to be about drenching yourself in vibrant reds and pinks. A neutral palette is just as cozy, dreamy, and romantic. You probably already have a bunch of tan and brown polishes in your stash, so take them all out and create a gradient manicure, going from light to dark, like a box of delicious chocolates. Let the multiple hues speak for themselves and leave your nails unadorned to highlight the elegant, sweet-inspired scheme.

Embrace your "Lover" era this Valentine's Day with a Taylor Swift-inspired manicure that'll have everyone in a "lavender haze." Pastel purple and glittery pink nails will give you that ethereal look the pop star sported during her 2019 album release, offering the perfect complement to a winter white outfit. This look is great for short-nailed gals, as no design is necessary, but it also works on any length. Find a lilac color with a milky hue for a dimensional, cloud-like finish, and choose a couple of digits for a sheer, sparkly pink polish. With this dreamy combo, you'll melt even the most cynical hearts come February 14.