25 Memorial Day Nail Designs and Patriotic Ideas
With Memorial Day nail designs and patriotic ideas, you can be inspired and your nails can truly reflect your love for Memorial Day.
From star-spangled banner nails to abstract representative art, these designs will bring Memorial Day right to your fingertips.
Whether you love the classics – red, white, and blues – or are craving a modern edge with DIY patriotic nail stickers, there is something here to fit your style.
Star-Spangled Banner Nails
Wow them at your Memorial Day shindig with star-spangled banners, an unapologetically patriotic trend sweeping the nail art scene.
This patriotic nail art is one of the most common and is the best way to showcase your love for America!
All you need are colors of the American flag, white stars, and classic red and blue stripes.
You can get creative with your American flag nail art and take your nails to the next level.
These patriotic nail designs give your Memorial Day nail look a vibrant, celebratory flair!
Patriotic French Tip Design
This is a subtle design for someone who wants to show your patriotic spirit but not to be over the top.
Paint a base coat, followed by a classic French manicure using white polish.
Using a striping brush you can create the perfect french tip.
To get even more creative and add a twist to your French tip design you can replace the white with patriotic colors or blue and red.
You can even add a few stars to complete the look.
Finally, coat your design with a glossy top coat to keep your nails looking nice and fresh!
Blue Nails
This Memorial Day weekend get creative and use blue polish to make a statement.
You can use the blue polish as a base for your manicure or create a fun and intricate design.
With different shades of blue and shimmer polish, you can create a modern chic twist to your blue manicures.
With a star-shaped stencil add your own fun flair to your nails.
Sparkling Stars Design
This bold nail design is a great way to showcase your love for America with a touch of sparkle!
You can start with a simple base color of white, blue, or red, then create your stars, and add on your favorite glitter.
This festive mani can also be done in a nail salon where you can have a professional nail technician create the perfect look for you.
Striped American Flag Nails
Memorial Day is the start of the summer and an important day to commemorate those who have served our Country.
Memorial Day manicures will help you show your support.
Apply a simple base coat of white polish, then use tape to paint on diagonal stripes with red and blue polish, and finish with a top coat for a clean manicure.
Plus, you can draw your stars.
Lastly, just use a top coat to make it glossy – then you’re ready for a night on the town with your pretty new manicure game!
Patriotic Polka Dots
You can add a classic look of polka dot nails into your Memorial Day nail designs by changing colors from red, white, and blue nail polish.
First start with your base and then add your dots by using different color nail shades like red, blue, and white.
This patriotic pattern takes a steady hand but for an easy dotted manicure a nail tech can use a nail dotter tool.
Minimalist Patriotic Design
And now, something simpler to mark the start of summer – a minimalist patriotic design!
For this long weekend, if there’s any time to go out for an out‑of‑texture, edge‑lit set of nails, it’s now!
With the ultimate sacrifice made for our country, let’s remember and honor those who have served and continue to serve with this understated yet meaningful design.
For an overall minimalist look, you can create the US flag or opt for a single red, white, or blue dot on each nail.
Red and White Stripes
Traditional red and white striped nails are a classic overall look for the unofficial start of summer!
The easiest way to create this look is to start with white nails and red stripes.
To get the stripes, simply use a striping brush to make clean straight lines across your nail, or use some tape for a cleaner look.
To create more than one stripe, repeat the step a couple of times.
This patriotic manicure is perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a backyard barbecue or a trip to the beach.
Blue Nails With Star Accents
Blue nail designs like this require a little effort but they are a major upgrade from just plain nails.
You can start by painting your nails with a bright, bold blue, and then using white nail art pens you can create stars.
Then top it all off with some blue glitter to really make your blue designs stand out!
Firework Inspired Design
This crazy creative idea is sure to light up your holiday weekend!
It’s similar to galaxy nails but we wanted to focus on making the nail tips to mimic exploding fireworks.
To do this we used different shades of blue, red, and white.
After creating an opaque blue base coat, carefully apply a line of white coming out from the center of the nail with a fine brush or toothpick.
Add some red and white dots to make it look like sparks are flying out from the center.
If you decide you don’t want all of your nails featuring fireworks you can do this design on your ring finger or index finger.
Military Camouflage Nails
These camo nails pay tribute to the armed forces that protect our country.
They are also a great way to show support for military members and their families.
All you need is a light green or beige base coat, applied with a small nail polish brush along with brown, black, and dark green stripes painted in with a striper brush or toothpick.
Alternatively, you can paint on tiny stars or stripes to keep the patriotic theme.
Bald Eagle Nail Art
Take your nails to a whole new level with Memorial Day nail art designs featuring the national bird of the United States: the bald eagle.
This design is for eagle lovers and a better way to show your love and support.
Here’s a step-by-step guide.
First start to paint your nails with a base coat of white nail paint.
Then sketch out the eagle’s head and beak with a black nail art brush or a toothpick, and spread the brown and yellow nail paint on the beak and eagle’s wings.
Red ‘Land of the Free’ Nail Design
Stick to red for a simple but cool look at the ‘Land of the Free’ design.
Start by painting your nails with the base coat of shiny red, and let it dry completely.
Then create vertical stripes having textured polish in white or silver on each nail.
Also, if you want to get out of your comfort zone you can add a textured nail polish or a blue accent nail with a silver star on it.
Navy Blue and Gold Star Nail Design
Put your patriotic side on display this Fourth of July with this navy blue and gold star nail.
Paint your nails navy blue and allow them to dry. Next, take a stripe brush and paint stars with gold glitter polish.
You can swap navy for a bold blue color to complete cute designs like this one!
Glittery Red, Silver, and Blue
With patriotic nails like this, you can get creative.
Start by painting your nails with red, white, or blue glittery nail polish and add your own designs.
This is a good idea if you are looking for a quick and easy design to start off your weekend.
Memorial Day Marbled Nails
Marbled nails are a great way to brighten up your Memorial Day look and express your splendid splash of patriotism.
Start by painting each nail in a white base and let it dry. Then, paint random blue and red drops on each nail.
Next, use a toothpick or little brush to lightly swirl the colors to produce the marbled effect.
These are the best Memorial Day nail designs if you want something creative and different from everyone else.
Patriotic Patchwork Design
For a design with more detail and fine lines, try the patriotic patchwork look.
Paint your nails one at a time with a different base color: red, white, and blue.
Then place masking or striping tape at a diagonal across all the nails in a grid pattern.
Finally, fill in each patch with the right colored paint using a small brush, then remove the tape to reveal your patchwork design, and seal the whole thing with a clear top coat.
Poppy Flower Nail Art
An original nail art design to celebrate the sense of patriotism, try to design poppies onto your Memorial Day nail.
It is suggested to use a white or light blue base coat on your nail, but use a small brush to paint different-size red poppy flowers on it.
Through digital media, or through digital nail appliances like stamping plates or stickers, an intricate design can be quickly grasped and applied to the nail.
Dotted American Flag Design
This nail design is a definite must-do for Memorial Day.
- Start with a clean, white base.
- Dot on red stripes, for a quirky twist.
- Use a dotting tool for blue dots in the top corner, mimicking stars.
- Finish with a clear topcoat to seal your patriotic masterpiece.
With this design, we’re combining tradition with trend, ensuring your nails are celebration-ready!
DIY Patriotic Nail Stickers
If you want to make sure your nail designs hold up for all your outdoor activities nail stickers are the way to go!
All you need to do is place the stars on your painted nail and seal it with a layer of clear polish or topcoat for longer-lasting results.
If you aren’t able to buy any nail stickers you can create your own using a hole puncher and tape.
These DIY stickers are not only easy to make but also add an extra festive touch to your nails.
Striped French Tips
With the last Monday of May being Memorial Day it’s time to get your nails ready for this special holiday!
Striped French tip nail designs add a fun twist to the normal French manicure.
You can start with a French manicure and add stripes to the tips with red and blue nail polish.
Bold Patriotic Star French Manicure
Get creative with your French manicure by adding bold, patriotic stars!
For this design, you will need a white base coat and red and blue nail polish.
Paint the ends of your nails red or blue with nail varnish, and once the base color is dry paint little stars on top in the other color, using a toothpick or small brush.
Seal it all in with a layer of clear polish for a dazzling finish.
‘Home of the Brave’ Nail Design
For a more subtle American flag design, try this ‘Home of the Brave’ nail design!
- Begin with a striking navy base.
- Gently stencil the stars in silvery white.
- Add a bold, red stripe for courage.
- Finish with a glossy top coat for lasting impact.
It’s a design that captures the spirit of bravery, right at our fingertips!
Red, White, and Blue Ombre Nails
Nails are currently very much ombre, so red, white, and blue ombre will show how patriotic you want to be.
- Start with a clean, neutral base coat.
- Paint the bottom third of each nail with a deep blue polish.
- Finally, use a white polish and a makeup sponge or brush to paint a layer of white polish over the blue, blending it slightly for an ombre effect.
- Top the entire nail with more bright red polish, blending the white into the last third of the nail, to create a gradient.
- Seal in your colors with a top coat for a professional-looking finish.
This design is perfect for Independence Day!
Memorial Day Nails
This Memorial Day get creative by showcasing your love and support with these nail designs!
You can’t go wrong with any of these and they are sure to make a statement at your next Memorial get-together.
Happy Memorial Day!
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