Trust Me—These 7 Nail Colour Combinations Make for the Most Elevated Spring Manicures

By Kevin Harson22 March 2025

I don’t mean to sound dramatic, but choosing a nail colour is hard work. Not only do you need to consider the latest nail trends and trending colours of the season, but you also need to choose a shade that you won’t fall out of love with after a few days of wear (or make that weeks if you’re a gel or BIAB nail fan).

Thankfully, if you’re someone who always finds themselves humming and hawing between two shades, I can assure you there are some very chic nail colour combinations that you can lean on. Bringing together two contrasting colours in one graphic look, dual-toned manis are ideal for those who can’t make up their mind.

The great thing about these looks is that, when it comes to shades, anything goes. Whether you opt for a primary bright duo, a tonal look or something more subtle, there’s a nail colour combination to suit all tastes and styles. As a minimalist nails fan, it’s soft nudes paired with classic tones that catch my attention, however for those who prefer something more standout, there are plenty of brighter options to choose between too.

Want to see for yourself? While these are by no means the only nail colour combinations to try, they’re some of the chicest I’ve seen created by some of the best nail artists, so they’re a great place to start.

The Best Nail Colour Combinations

1. Red + Sky Blue

Bright red and sky blue are two tones that just shouldn’t work together yet somehow do. Here, Mimi Nguyen emphasises the contrast with a graphic half-moon design for a statement look.

H&M

Nail Polish in Forget Me Not

The prettiest soft blue shade.

Nailberry

L'oxygene Nail Lacquer in Rouge

A classic red will pair with a multitude of shades.

2. Pink + Brown

While this may not seem like the most spring appropriate colour combo, there’s something about an anti-trend nail look that I just love. If you prefer to stick to more seasonal manicures, however, save this to your easter nail board when they’ll tap perfectly into the chocolate theme.