21 Simple Memorial Day Nail Designs to Show Your Patriotism

Everyone has their own way to show their love for their beloved country. Some decorate their home with patriotic colors and some wave their flags. These Memorial Day nail designs are for some people (including you!) that show it on their nails!

There are many ways to create your own Memorial Day nails. You can paint them with different colors, different shades like red, white, and blue manicures, or if you want to go extra, you can even incorporate elements of the American Flag into your nails.

No matter if you have short or long nails, this list of ideas is the perfect way to show off your artistic side.

So, express your love for the country with these best Memorial Day nail designs.

Creative Memorial Day Nail Designs

1. Memorial Day Nails

Why choose between French tip or stripes when you can do both? You are probably as shocked as me at how amazing this sparkle bold nail design has turned out! It is a definite must-do for Memorial Day. (Via @charmedbyhue)

2. Patriotic Nails

Shiny is always better, even when it comes to patriotic nails. Like this patriotic nail art! This perfect nail design looks amazing with a shimmer polish top coat and a touch of silver sparkles. (Via @classyclaws.by.bec)

3. Patriotic Spark

With a little effort and a steady hand, such an easy dotted manicure can get you glammed up for Memorial Day. So, what are you waiting for? Pick up your red, white, and blue polish, and get creative! (Via @dippingpixie)

4. Camo Nails

Make your Memorial Day weekend feel more special with this simple camo nail design. The cute thing about this design is the ring finger, instead of the camo colour the artist goes creative by painting the colors of the American flag. (Via @manderz_nailart)

5. Light Blue Nails

You can never go out of style with pastel nails and surely blue nail designs would be perfect for May 25th! Swap navy for blue nail polish and just use a hole puncher to make a star-shaped stencil. With little effort, you can still look chic. (Via @sierrasnails_)

6. Red, White, and Blue Stripes

Do you want to try something cute but minimalistic for Memorial Day? This subtle design is perfect for the occasion! Red stripes, blue, and white stripes on the ring finger (or you can switch to the index finger!) complement the barely there nails. (Via @_nailsbyerica)

7. Sparkle Stars

Instead of going all out with the whole flag, you can simply go with the stars. Red, white, and blue glitter nail polish for a look that will match your outfit. (Via @ellexa_marie)

8. Half American Flag

Break out the striping brush! Using red and white polish, paint all your nails with red and white stripes, leaving out your index finger, which will be painted blue with white stars. This nail design is also great for the Fourth of July! (Via @arya.dip.nails)

9. Red French Tip

If your comfort zone has always been French tips, combine them with something new for a fresh look. The best way to recreate the US flag is to paint a white base add blue color in the corner then make vertical lines with your favorite red polish. (Via @honeymoonnail)

10. American Girl

Don’t know which one to pick between blue shades, white nails, or plain red for your mani? Worry no more. These Memorial Day nail art designs will give you a perfect look and prove that you can never go wrong with something different! (Via @nikkisdippednails)

11. White Stars

The easiest way to nail a festive mani? Give your nails a red and blue look, leaving out your middle and ring fingers to be painted half and then applying white stars or you can just use star nail stickers to make it easy. (Via @dips.by.christina)

12. Soldier French Tip

Who said armed forces and beauty don’t go together? Look at the crazy creative idea I have here. If you are a fan of unique and odd nail art, then this easy to copy soldier mani ticks all the boxes. Totally the best nails for Memorial Day! (Via @mannacured)

13. Red White and Blue Swirl

Take your mani to the next level by adding red and white colors at the tip of your nails and sparkle stripes for extra detail. Represent the color of the flag of the US, this nail art can be a good idea for Independence Day too! (Via @charmedbyhue)

14. Camo Green

Sometimes the best way to style your mani is by painting it with simple plain color like these green nails. It’s better to use a base coat and a top coat so the overall look will last long. (Via @lacquered.linds)

15. Ocean Blue

No nail art says patriotic and US Navy more than an ocean mani. It’s super easy to recreate, you can simply ask your favorite nail salon to do this blue nail art for you. This blue accent nail definitely will match your blue outfit. (Via @annarae_nails)

16. Red and Blue Stars

If you’re a beginner to nail art and don’t know what to do this long weekend, this nail design is a perfect choice to recreate at home. Paint your nails red, white, and blue, then use star stickers to add cute designs on the white. (Via @manis_by_kaitie)

17. Vintage Americana

Upgrade an army attire with a red, white, and blue nail US flag design! Use textured nail polish to design an American flag and glitter for a festive look. These nails will take your costume to a whole new level! (Via @vividglamco)

18. USA Flag Stars

Take a leap to something new with this fun mani. Red, white, and blue polish for a look that will have your friends asking you to do their nails next. This subtle design goes best with a classic outfit. (Via @pullstrings)

19. American Dreams

Are you looking for a modern chic twist on patriotic nail designs? These nails are your perfect option! Swap navy polish for a more subtle American flag and spice them up with shimmer polish and you can never go wrong! This nail art makes a great idea for the 4th of July party. (Via @goforth.and.get.your.nails)

20. Green and Black Chevron

Inspired by the army uniform, this design is easier than you think to recreate at home. All you need to do is paint your nails with green polish and use tape to draw a chevron design on your fingers. (Via @nailsbykristinalynn)

21. Fallen Heroes

Who said patriotic nails cannot be bold and stylish? A simple camo mani gets a major upgrade with a simple US flag nail that looks bright against the others. (Via @nailart_bygracie)