15 Aura Nail Ideas That Prove the Ethereal Manicure Trend Is Here to Stay
Aura nails are one of the most buzzy and ethereal nail trends as of late. Generally, this mani features blurred orbs of color in the center of the nail that seamlessly blends into another color (or colors). Since there are no harsh lines—just a soft shift in hue that looks straight out of an aura photograph—the resulting design has a stunning, hazy effect. Ready to try the aura nail trend on for size? Ahead, find 16 aura nail ideas you'll want to flaunt this fall and beyond.
Peachy Pink Aura Nails
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This peachy pink manicure falls into the sunset aura nails category. It feels warm and nostalgic, making it perfect for summer, but it can just as easily be worn throughout the fall.
We love a mismatched aura nail look, and this rainbow set is just that. While each nail features a different aura color, the gold sparkle decals give the mani a uniform look.
Take a page out of Megan Thee Stallion's playbook with this Barbie pink aura nail art idea. With a neutral base, the hot pink aura stands out front and center.
How fun are these graphic superstar aura nails? With a bright cornflower blue base and a pop of pastel pink in the middle, the star-accented nails are giving major cotton candy vibes.
Amethyst Aura Nails
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These amethyst aura nails are perfect for fall with their muted, dusty hues.
You don't have to opt for opaque polish to adopt the aura nail trend—case in point: These iridescent jelly aura nails. Manicurist Brittney Ellen shared her complete technique for this nail look: She began by applying and curing a clear gel top coat. Then, she brushed each nail with her favorite chrome powder. Next, she used builder gel in the center of each nail and topped each off with foil. After curing, she applied more builder gel on each side of the foil to cover it entirely. Once the gel looked level, she cured it, smoothed out uneven areas, and finished with a top coat.
Sunset Aura Nails
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For a bold take on sunset aura nails, skip the neutral background and opt for shimmery purple polish.
Pastel Aura Nails
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Purple and pink are always an eye-catching combination. We love how this nail design's hot pink and muted lavender hues look together.
Pearlescent Aura Nails
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Where most aura nails feature plain gloss finishes, this bold hot pink aura nail idea showcases a pearlescent glimmer with gemstones on top. We're big fans.
Pearl Blush Nails
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These shimmery pink and white aura nails are perfect for a bachelorette party.
Y2K Aura Nails
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These aura grid nails are giving major Y2K energy. To create the look, start with your basic aura design, then use a fine-lining nail art brush to create the arched grids across each nail.
Here's another set of shimmery aura nails to prove just how versatile the manicure trend can be. The clown face accent nails give this dazzling mani a playful and whimsical feel.
Mix-and-Match Aura Nails
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Want a more extravagant aura mani? You'll love this bright mix-and-match design then. The gemstones and silver accents take it over the top in the very best way.
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