@naominailsnyc: Diamonds are a girl’s best friend. Or, a really veiled hint about what you want for your present this year, that is.

@naominailsnyc: Peak romance is your S.O. deciphering this Friends reference about one of the most iconic couples of all time (“He’s her lobster!”). Failing that, lobsters are an aphrodisiac, no?

@paintboxnails: And if you can’t snag an appointment from your go-to manicurist before V-Day, get extra mileage from your CNY nails by adding fun red tips.

@aliciatnails: Or if you’re over the festive season, red tips on clean nails make for a subtle yet striking statement, too.

@aliciatnails: The ‘90s are back with a vengeance — and so are heart appliqués, naturally.

@nailsbymei: In case you need a reminder of what to say once your partner has finished ranting about their terrible day...

@thehangedit: Nothing says romance quite like getting a line drawing in boo’s likeness.

@betina_goldstein: Gory, or a timely reminder of your better half’s bleeding heart? We say it’s more of the latter.

@betina_goldstein: Ball and chain jokes are only acceptable when it’s this stylish.

@oliveandjune: For those unwilling to stray from the tried-and-true hearts, spice things up by painting them only on alternate nails.

@wownails_wendyjayne: No date, no problem. Here’s to the gal pals who never let you down.

@buffcsjen: Reassure your beau that while abstract art might be hard to read, your feelings for them sure aren’t.

@yessanails: Yes, you have expensive taste. Choice in partners included.

@cassmariebeauty: What’s a modern-day love story without some ghosting in it? We’ll share our worst dating stories if you do.

@mpnails: We’d get our nails pierced in the name of love.

@mpnails: Don’t fret if the bar you’re at is too loud to make conversation. Have your digits painted on your, well, digits to get the message across to any prospective partners.

@naominailsnyc: Because who doesn’t love receiving more sweet dollar, dollar bills?

@naominailsnyc: Diamonds are a girl’s best friend. Or, a really veiled hint about what you want for your present this year, that is.

@naominailsnyc: Peak romance is your S.O. deciphering this Friends reference about one of the most iconic couples of all time (“He’s her lobster!”). Failing that, lobsters are an aphrodisiac, no?

@paintboxnails: And if you can’t snag an appointment from your go-to manicurist before V-Day, get extra mileage from your CNY nails by adding fun red tips.

@aliciatnails: Or if you’re over the festive season, red tips on clean nails make for a subtle yet striking statement, too.

@aliciatnails: The ‘90s are back with a vengeance — and so are heart appliqués, naturally.

@nailsbymei: In case you need a reminder of what to say once your partner has finished ranting about their terrible day...

@thehangedit: Nothing says romance quite like getting a line drawing in boo’s likeness.

@betina_goldstein: Gory, or a timely reminder of your better half’s bleeding heart? We say it’s more of the latter.

@betina_goldstein: Ball and chain jokes are only acceptable when it’s this stylish.

@oliveandjune: For those unwilling to stray from the tried-and-true hearts, spice things up by painting them only on alternate nails.

@wownails_wendyjayne: No date, no problem. Here’s to the gal pals who never let you down.

@buffcsjen: Reassure your beau that while abstract art might be hard to read, your feelings for them sure aren’t.

@yessanails: *Insert eggplant emoji*

@yessanails: Yes, you have expensive taste. Choice in partners included.

@cassmariebeauty: What’s a modern-day love story without some ghosting in it? We’ll share our worst dating stories if you do.

@mpnails: We’d get our nails pierced in the name of love.

@mpnails: Don’t fret if the bar you’re at is too loud to make conversation. Have your digits painted on your, well, digits to get the message across to any prospective partners.

@naominailsnyc: Because who doesn’t love receiving more sweet dollar, dollar bills?

Beauty | Buro Loves

Best Valentine’s Day nail art ideas: Red tips, ombré, and abstract options abound

Cupid's chokehold

Text: Emily Heng

Image: Instagram | @paintboxnails

If we're taking a trip down memory lane, let's remember the time where expressing your affection for someone involved doodling iterations of your name and theirs on receipts, scrap paper, and in extreme cases, the walls (sorry, ma). These days, however, we prefer an option subtler — but no less sincere — in nature: the manicure. That's right, we're talking wearing our hearts on our talons this V-Day. Whether you're single and expressing appreciation for your squad or loved-up and looking to show it off to the world, we have ya covered. Above, the most captivating Valentine's Day inspired decals, polishes, and art to try.

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Best Valentine’s Day nail art ideas: Red tips, ombré, and abstract options abound

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