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Suitable for springCourage for double color! In 2026 our nails will be colorful
In 2026 we will wear red and pink in all shades on our nails.
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Monochrome manicures are timeless, but they look boring in the long run.
If you want to try new things on your nails in 2026, you should take a look at the current color trends. These combinations are popular now!
Baby blue and chocolate brown – easy to implement at home
The outfit and make-up are perfect, but the look is only complete with the right manicure. Nude and delicate pink tones remain timeless, but in 2026 bold combinations are particularly in demand. If you want to coordinate your nails and styling, you should now go for these trendy color duos.
The mix of baby blue and dark brown looks fresh and modern. The colors can be worn in the form of polka dots in spring and summer. The best thing about it: The design can also be done at home. To do this, paint the nails on one hand light blue and dab small brown dots with a dotting tool. Swap the colors on the other hand.
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Red and pink: The classics are perfect for a combination
Anyone who has previously hesitated about combining red with pink might get a taste for it in 2026. Ombré designs and French nails in cherry red and Barbie pink are immediately noticeable and can be brushed on quickly.
But subtle tones are also possible. Wine red and light pink look particularly romantic, for example in a striped design. To do this, apply a color to the entire nail. After drying, place striping tape on it, paint the second color over it and finally seal it with a topcoat.
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Purple and orange – not just for the brave
Violet and orange have long been considered too daring a combination, but this year it's exactly this bright mix that's popular. If you want to make your nails the focus of your look, you can get creative. The colors can also be worn with other nuances, making the design more harmonious. Purple and orange come into their own particularly beautifully in a wave pattern, complemented by butter yellow and a bright red.
The lines can be applied with a thin brush and drawn differently on each nail. It is important to clean the brush well after each color or to use several. To avoid smudging, each line should be allowed to dry sufficiently before painting the next. Just give it a try! (spot on news/dga)
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