18 Animal-Print Nails You’ll Fall In Love With

If your go-to manicure is starting to feel a little boring, it might be time to shake things up. Animal-inspired nails are having a moment, and they’re the perfect way to add something a bit more fun and unexpected to your look.

From subtle details to bold statement designs, here are 18 animal-inspired nail ideas to try next.

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1. French Cat-Eye

A classic French tip takes a hypnotic turn with a shimmering cat-eye animal print. Cat-eye nails are all the rage at the moment, and it’s easy to see why- they are stunning with a gorgeous 3D effect.

2. Scattered Leopard Print

Instead of going full jungle, scatter delicate leopard patterns across a nude or pink base for an original, yet pretty nail look! Pink nails are always trending and when they’re this pretty, who can resist?!

3. Crocodile Nails

Textured nails inspired by crocodile skin are bold and edgy in the best way. Keeping the palette white tones things down just enough, balancing stylish and wearable without being over the top.

4. Nude Base

Love animal print nails, but looking for a classier, more subtle look? These nude nails with a minimal animal design on the side are what you need! They’re clean, polished, and super stylish.

5. Cat-Eye Cheetah

Blend the luminous glow of cat-eye polish with cheetah spots for a design that feels almost alive. It shifts, it shines, it mesmerizes, and the burgandy color is stunning!

6. Cow Print

Cute and quirky is how I’d describe these nails! Cow print are not the classical animal print, but they are gorgeous, especially with the foil gold!

7. Leopard Browns

Go wild with leopard-inspired brown nails with cocoa and gold shades that never go out of style. Mix up the nail designs for a more fun look, keep some brown, some leopard and some leopard tips!

8. All The Animals

Why stick to one animal print when every nail can be a different print in a different color?! Go for zebra, crocodile, cheetah and leopard- it’s fun and original!

9. Textured Art

If you’re looking for a gorgeous nail idea that’s a little different, these stunning textured nails are everything you need! Paint your nails in different stripes and patterns using a texture polish. Use fall shades like burgundies and browns to complete the look!

10. Cheetah Tips

Swap traditional French tips for cheetah print edges. It’s subtle at first glance, but once you look closer there’s so much detail and fun factor to it!

11. Fawn Nails

Fawn nails are all about that earthy feel inspired by soft, neutral tones of a deer’s coat. With warm ombre browns and white spots, it’s the perfect cozy nail look!

12. Summer Leopards

Brighten things up with lighter bases and cute leopard spots. They’re the perfect animal prints for summer nails when the sun is shining and you need something bright!

13. Croc Tips

For a touch of originality, paint a crocodile pattern on the tip of your nails in your favorite colours- we think pink is killing the look, it’s perfect for graduation, summer and party season!

14. Zebra Nails

Patterns and prints don’t need to be loud and bold. Opt for a neutral palette of creams, browns and black in a fun zebra stripes which simply can’t be ignored!

15. Croc Print Cat-Eye

Cat-eye nails are one of the trends that doesn’t seem to be going anywhere with its 3D glow that is stunning! Give these black nails some extra texture and dimension by adding a croc design to alternate nails.

16. Snake Nails

Subtle yet sneaky is how I’d describe this black snake nail design! Recreating them is easier than you think, simply add nail stones and carefully place them for a striking effect.

17. Pink Leopards

These nails are perfect if you’re looking for a soft, feminine nail look. The muted pink, along with the leopard stripe, is stunning and effective, giving the nails an animal print that’s subtle and pretty!

18. Black Leopard

Black Leopard nails take classic animal print to a sleek, modern level. With a shiny black pattern layered over a matte black base, it’s a statement look that’s perfect for anyone who wants a stunning nail design without being over the top.

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