Earth tones, with their muted and grounded vibes, are also a tried-and-true complement to clear backgrounds. The best part about this wavy look is that it works really well as a short nail design.

When you're in the mood for a metallic design, one formation might not be enough. Accent each finger with larger-than-life designs courtesy of some silver chrome polish. You can do squiggles, French tips, abstract circles, and more.

These nails are too sweet. Instead of going for a fruit-only look, use two shades of pink to accent the tips of two fingers. And, of course, keep the base clear.

Pink nails will also always be in fashion. Put a metallic spin on sweet bubble-gum pink nails (which look clear, even though they're not) with these dripping accents.

Looking to get lucky...and find some cute inspo for a clear nail design? Try a Vegas-inspired mani. Here, the cherries, eight balls, and sparkles serve as a reminder that life is worth the occasional gamble.

You'll love this manicure if you like to keep your nails short and sweet. Bold royal-blue dots and vibrant gold accents are sprinkled around each finger. It allows the subtle nail shade to shine through.

With clear nail designs, it's important to add dimension so that the nails don't look stagnant. A wonderful way to do that is to incorporate 3D rhinestones. If you add them in different colors and sizes, you'll create tons more texture in your mani.

French tips are the perfect way to elevate a clear manicure, especially on short, natural nails. Use a vibrant red or orange polish to trace the outline of your nail. To keep the lines where they're supposed to be, consider using French tip stickers.

Professional manicurist Mateja Novakovic knows a thing or two about clear nails. She created this flower Barbie-like manicure using shades from the plant-based polish brand Manucurist.

French tips are always a classic set. But you can make this mani fierce by adding a flame design to one nail. Create a callback to the classic musical Grease with a fiery, smoky lightning bolt as an accent nail in a neon shade.

In case you were wondering, you can totally sport the aura nail trend when your nails are clear. For a little extra shine, use a glitter polish to outline your nail bed. For nails that look clearer, use a neutral pink shade at the center of your nail instead of a more colorful one.

If you're a maximalist, then this set will make your heart smile. It features an ultra-glossy top coat as well as gold accents on each nail. Use gold glitter and shining gold chrome to turn your clear nails into a statement set.

It doesn't get more minimal than this. From the medium length to the subtle almond shape to the sheer polish, this is a no-nonsense look. Use light strokes of a glistening clear polish to add subtle specks to your mani.

When in doubt, add chrome. Give your clear nails an upgrade with metallic swirls that double as French tips. One note about this mani: These drippy tips work best with almond- or stiletto-shaped nails. The pointy edge allows it to really give the appearance of a drip.

This low-key manicure screams minimalism. But that doesn't mean that it's without lovable details. For instance, consider the subtle white dots at the bottom of your nail bed. It creates and beautiful and dainty touch. The best part? This mani is super easy to DIY—just make sure you have a dotting tool or toothpick.

Whether you're well-versed in birth charts or casually read your horoscope, you'll live for this celestial nail set. Pair holographic French tips with beaming gold accents to achieve this dreamy manicure.

For an eye-catching look, use black nail polish to paint swirling lines, circles and ultra-realistic eyes. This manicure is a conversation starter, so prepare for endless compliments.

Make your clear nails pop with these colorful details. Vibrant shades of gold, blue, orange, and yellow are the perfect accents. You don't have to make the lines symmetrical, so feel free to have fun with this mani if you DIY.

This tortoise-shell set is bold on its own. The added gold accents make the design appear more intricate. It's a great look for almond-shaped nails, which allow the tips to have more room to work with.

We're all about giving yourself the flowers you deserve. If seeing your favorite celebs and influencers in rosette chokers has you inspired, simply add two rosettes the next time you're getting a clear mani.

Dress up short natural nails with vibrant shades. Abstract negative space designs make bold colors shine even brighter. Some simple shapes to help you get the look: half-moons, semi-circles at the base, and straight lines.

How cool are these abstract details? Give your clear nails an artsy feel with colorful geometric shapes. While the shape doesn't have to be circular, you want to stick to one shape throughout.

Because French manicures are such a classic, it can be difficult to figure out how to put a fresh spin on them. Colorful cow-print tips are the perfect contrast to soft, clear nails. Try super different colors like purple and orange to take the contrast to the next level.

This manicure is another win for the astrology lovers. This realistic manicure will look like you're staring off into the night sky thanks to dazzling stars, galaxies, and black swirls.

Here's another take on a minimal French manicure. Swipe on thin blue lines across the tips of your sheer nails to achieve this sleek and sophisticated look. The micro French tips really let the clear base shine.

There's nothing wrong with wearing your heart on your sleeve—or on your fingertips, for that matter. Put a little extra love into your next set by creating colorful hearts with bright polish shades. It's a lovely way to play with the negative space of a clear nail design.

This manicure is perfect for spooky season. Vampy red lines scattered across your nails give the illusion of dripping blood. How bloody frightening.

A clear base is a wonderful playground for celestial symbols. The best part? These shapes are easy to DIY. Get your dotting tool and fine brush to create whimsical accents in pretty metallic and pastel shades.

Calling all flower enthusiasts. Let your love of delicate florals shine through when you get your favorite blooms painted onto your transparent nails. To add interest to the mani, get your flowers in a multitude of colors—like blue, green, orange, yellow, and pink.

The evil eye is another design that goes great with a clear background and is easy to DIY. This mani uses a dotting tool and two shades of blue to repel bad vibes. To give yourself more space to work with, consider letting your nails grow out.

You can't go wrong with an underwater-inspired mani. Nothing screams, "Under the sea," like cute shells and water droplets. This set features iridescent purple and blue shades at the tip as a nod to a mermaid tail.

Minimalists, this manicure is just for you. Make sure your nails are super clean so that you can achieve a similar look. From there, simply add a milky top coat of glitter against a glossy bare nail.

If glistening French manicures are your thing, you'll swoon over this lively gold set. These subtle nails, combined with a pop of color, make for the chicest nail art. And since metallic manis are technically neutral on the color scale, this mani will go with all your 'fits.

Clear designs are the perfect canvas for delicate designs that would be otherwise drowned out by loud colors. If you're obsessed with line art, consider getting inspo from this set. It gives the illusion of a glamorous face and body on super light pink nails that read as clear.

For a super ethereal vibe, paint layers of shimmering glitter nail polish over your natural nails. Apply a small rhinestone to the end of each nail to elevate this subtle set.

You've got to be seen in emerald green. Green chrome polish paired with a bare base makes the vibrant hue glisten even more. To add interest and dimension to this pairing, consider getting abstract shapes at the tip of each nail.

Load up on star power, at your literal fingertips. Set this luminous manicure against long, almond-shaped nails for a celestial glow. And don't forget to add rhinestones for just a little glamour.

As far as nails go, chrome can be used in more ways than one, including to outline beautifully abstract shapes. These silver, O-shaped rings bring an artsy feel to the clear nails. The different sizes of each ring help add dimension, too.