It's graduation season! Students have been trooping in to get their nails done in the most elegant way possible. Most like to go all out (no surprise there, it's graduation) with long nails, pretty wave patterns, marbles, and jeweled rhinestones.
Others like to keep it simple by getting a single-color nail design and spicing things up with an accent nail or cute color french tips. Tons of people lean towards bright colored nails with jewels and rhinestones since they pair perfectly with the usually bland cap and gown.
Take a look at these 45 stunning graduation nails cataloged just for you to help you look your best and slay on graduation day.
Why shouldn't you go all out for graduation? The extra-long square nails are definitely going to make a statement with how shiny and shimmery they are. A lot of people will be slaying for graduation, so you have to go the extra mile if you want to stand out.
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Need a calm and high class for graduation day? Well, here you go. This classy graduation nails is a blend of nude and white in the most perfect way possible.
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The gorgeous gold rhinestones added on the accent nail here are just on another level of astonishing, the nude and black contrast so well to create a subtle and elegant look.
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These graduation nails are just spectacular. The 3D flowers and shining stones add extra glam to the graduation nail design's appearance.
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Searching for a cute graduation nail idea? Well, call off the search party. You're welcome. The ombre of this nail art goes almost unnoticed because of how nicely it blends. What takes the crown though is the gold rhinestones and 3d flowers added.
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Why look simple when you could look phenomenal? Go all out with these long nude and white graduation nail to create a nail look that will give you butterflies whenever you see the pics.
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Show me a more perfect manicure to use on your special day. This simple nail art idea is unique and subtle for your graduation day.
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This rare nail art is stylish and feminine. It will go with any outfit you choose for graduation since it's a transparent nail with white outstanding rhinestones.
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This is an elegant nail art inspired by spring. The flowers look so real and the shiny gel polish is all you need for adding that sophisticated and subtle glamorous look for your big day.
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A simple nail design with an ombre of beige and light nude nails. The added stones complement the nail art in the best way possible.
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Have fun with your graduation nails by getting a beautiful manicure with red lettering that creates an absolutely amazing look. You could also use your school colors to make it more fun.
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More proof that you can't go wrong with a nude manicure. The short nails are glowy and elegant. The whole blue-green vibe going on here is something I'm loving.
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These classy graduation nails feature navy blue coffin nails with a graduation cap. The graduation nail is cool and lowkey and would be loved by baddies that love single nail color.
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Keep your graduation nails simple with this red gel overlay. This is quite subtle, except for the small stones and flowers added to the ring fingernails.
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Stun on graduation day with these long square graduation nails with gold foil. Recreate this splendid look without being too extra.
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Just take a look at that accent nail, it makes the whole look refined with restrained elegance.
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This coffin shape beauty took a lot of hard work. Add your school graduation year if you wanna top up the fun.
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Need a classic french tip manicure to wow everyone? Here you go.
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Do you love this creative light pink and square nail art with a bow? Well, that makes two of us.
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Seen a badder graduation nail art? I doubt. The classy red crystals on the pink and silver glitter nails make it look expensive and classy. Recreate or not?
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Use cool colors on your nails as shown here to match your graduation cap and gown.
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V-cut nails are a trendy style at the moment. No surprise there, since they are so cute and perfect for a near-summer graduation celebration.
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3D graduation nail ideas are becoming popular and I'm all for them. The blue crystals on the long nails are just what you need to compliment your graduation year outfit.
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Get your classy graduation nail in gold if you're all about the bling. This is giving the right amount of it.
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Take a look at these almost-white nails for graduation. This classy graduation nails design is minimal and would go well with a white dress.
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Who wants to look boring at graduation? Not me, which is why this fun-filled graduation nail design looks so appealing.
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Nude graduation nail ideas are a timeless classic. These nails with jewels represent this really well.
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These nails are simple to recreate and flawless. The shiny top coat seals the deal, and the white is such that you can wear with any choice of clothing on your big day.
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If I don't have a lot of time, this would be my go-to nail idea for my big day. The nude base makes the trendy silver glitter stand out beautifully.
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Nail designs look stunning in cream and this is no different. The white nails with pearls and flowers are sure to capture everyone's attention.
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These nails take the award for most classy graduation nails because it exudes pure class. The ombre and silver glitter blends well to create a stunning effect.
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Noticed that purple has a way of blending with almost any color or outfit? That's why a touch of purple is always nice on nails for graduation.
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I'm obsessed with black, and it's no news that black is a classic. This makes it the most classy graduation nails you could go for. The shimmer going on here is just magical.
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Lavender is a nice idea for nails, and this will also look nice in soft pink. Show that you're a queen among your friends by adding a silver adornment to match your grad gown.
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Keep things simple and celebrate with these minimalist nails of bold blue nail polish and silver glitter.
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Let out your daring side a tad bit with these red glitter-filled classy graduation nails, with 3D flowers and little red rhinestones.
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Recreate this to take a stroll on the wild side with these short elegant navy blue nails filled with gold foil to dazzle the audience on your graduation occasion.
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Stop your search for elegant ideas for classy graduation nails by getting these nude and black nails with a white line of silver glitter.
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This one is for the gothic girls. The monochrome and red nail art is dark as the gothic girls like it with a touch of gold decals and white to make the nail suitable for graduation.
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Shine bright with this design of yellow and white waves that only a professional can achieve.
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These swirl abstract nails are very trendy right now. The sparkle of this mani is festive, making it great for graduating.
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Glow like the queen you are as you rock this amazing nail design for graduation. The vibrant gold foil is trendy and adds glamour.
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Marbles are so cute and the soft colors used to create the effect makes it suitable for matching it with several outfits. Can't wait to recreate this.
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Only neon green lovers can pull off this interesting design. The leopard print transforms this into a cute graduation look.
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Can't decide on a single nail color? Well, combine all of them to create an interesting look capable of generating envy.
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Seen a nail design you want to recreate? I'm not surprised, with how amazing all these graduation nails look. Get one done and collect your diploma looking stylish and elegant.
