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20+ Cute Smiley Face Nails To Try!

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Smiley face nails seem to be taking over lately!  They’re everywhere, and will definitely be popular going into this spring and summer!  

If you’re looking to try out this new trend you’ve come to the right post!  With summer just around the corner, I wanted to put together a collection of my favourite designs to give you guys some inspiration.

 I tried to include a wide range of styles from classic yellow smilies to rainbow smilies.

A lot of these looks can easily be recreated at home!  If you’re wanting to try out a matte look, I recommend getting this matte nail polish:

Matte About You Polish

Below, I’ve rounded up 20+ of my favourite smiley face nails.  Whether you’re trying to create fun new designs at home, or at your local salon there’s a style in here for you!  

Remember, feel free to pin any of the images below to recreate all of these designs in the future!

The Best Smiley Face Nails To Try!

1) Classic Smiles

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Image and nail art via @pardonmyfrenchnailart

First up we have the classic smiley face nail design.  This is such a fun print for summer or if you are on vacation!

 

 

2) Smiles of the rainbow

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Image and nail art via @indiekid.o

Had to include some fun rainbow smile nails!  These ones are incredibly easy to recreate at home if you have a darker version of each color you’re using! 

 

3) Ombre Smiles

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Image and nail art via @anouskaanastasia

Smiley stickers are a great option for an easy mani!  These are a fun ombre design.

 

 

4) In the clouds

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Image and nail art via @chaunlegend 

I personally love cloud nails and with smiley faces they’re even better!  

 

5) All the Colors

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Image and nail art via @beautybyelee

Love this combination of tie dye and smiles.  Both are so trendy right now and make for the perfect combination!

 

 

6) A hint of happy

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Image and nail art via @majestyspleasure 

Love just the little hint of smile faces.  This design is neutral while still having a fun aspect. 

 

 

7) Happy Faces

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Image and nail art via @harrystyles

These smiles are so fun on Harry Styles!  They can also be easily recreated at home with some black and yellow polish.

 

 

8) Rainbow Nails

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Image and nail art via @springwithfriends

These fun rainbow pastel nails are so pretty for spring and summer!

 

 

9) Smiles and French Tips

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Image and nail art via @namoro0327

Are you happy or sad?  This color combination is perfect for warmer weather!

 

 

10) Ombre Rainbow

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Image and nail art via @tiffanyabbigailebeauty

Nothing like a fun ombre nail!  These smiley faces and stars are a fun combination.

 

 

11) Sparkle Pink Smiles

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Image and nail art via @adabellebuntrock

Can’t go wrong with smiley faces and pink sparkle nails!  This Mani is everything!

 

 

12) A couple smiles here and there

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Image and nail art via @namoro0327

These little smiles are subtle but cute!  They add just enough color to your white summer mani. 

 

 

13) Gold Smiles

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Image and nail art via @beautybykatielouise

Had to include some metallic smiles and these ones do not disappoint!  The gold is so pretty and would easily go with so many outfits. 

 

 

13) Lavender smiles

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Image and nail art via @grommysnails

These lavender smiles are so pretty for spring.  They add just a little touch of fun! 

 

 

14) Pink and Yellow

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Image and nail art via @artisticnaildesign

Nothing better than yellow and pink in spring and summer!  The different size smiles really make these nails unique.

 

 

15) A splash of smiles

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Image and nail art via @la_belle_nail_bar 

Little rainbow smiles are so much fun to wear all year round!  They go so well with this square nail style. 

 

 

16) A splash of color

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White nails are always my go to in the summer and these smiles just take them to the next level!  Being press on nails they’re so easy to apply!

 

 

17) Pastel Smiles

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Image and nail art via @nonakednails_

These smiles are the perfect addition to these stunning almond nails.  The colors go so well together.

 

 

18) Warped Smiles

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Image and nail art via @thecelestinail

This color combination is so fun!  The green and blue really compliment each other for the perfect mani. 

 

 

19) Daisy Smiles

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Image and nail art via @krystalsmanis

Most unique way to add some smiles into your nail art!  These smiling flowers are so cute for spring. 

 

 

20) Tiny Smiles

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Image and nail art via @veggiekins

These mini smile stickers are so cute!  An easy way to jazz up your mani. 

 

I hope you enjoyed all of these smiley face nails!  This post was so much fun to put together.

 

Smiley faces seem to be coming back in style fast.  They can easily either be the focal point of your mani or add an extra flare!

 

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