20 Cute Nail Art and Manicure Ideas for Pride Month 2023

Nail Art Activism

Courtesy Bellacures

A collab between transgender activist Corey Rae and nail salon Bellacures, this mani is named Charming Christine after Christine Jorgensen, the first woman to become widely known in the U.S. for having sex affirmation surgery. You can get it IRL—along with manis inspired by trans activists Sylvia Rivera and Marsha P. Johnson—at Bellacures locations in California, with $3 from each manicure donated to the LA LGBT Center.

Bright French Mani

No basic French tips here! Add all the color, and go for diagonal lines to add even more intrigue to the look.

Pastel Glitter

A little extra sparkle never felt more appropriate than during Pride Month.

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Love Is Love

Whatever your message for the month is, spell it out on your (multicolor) nails.

Lottie London Stick to it Nail Stickers Get the Look

Nail stickers make it super easy to send a message with your mani, without a steady hand.

Heart Eyes

No base coat needed—drawing this nail-art mainstay on naked nails adds even more punch.

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FALADOO Nail Art Point Drill Drawing Brush Pens Get the Look

Even if you're a beginner with nail art, having these inexpensive nail-art brushes on hand is key.

A Little Abstract

You don’t have to be skilled with a nail brush to recreate this dimensional nail art; simply let each color dry in between coats, and the final look will reveal itself.

Olive and June The Summer Polish Set Get the Look

Found: the perfect, sherbet-y shades for this—or any—Pride look (plus, glitter).

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Tiny Rainbows

You know how rainbows are curved, and round nail shapes are also curved? You probably know where we're going with this.

Glitter Gradients

Gradient nail art looks so much more complicated than it really is—and alright, it's not easy per se, but a makeup sponge does make it possible.

KISS Gel Fantasy Ready-to-Wear Press-On Gel Nails Get the Look

Press ons make ombré nails beyond easy, and these colors are *chef's kiss*.

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Abstract Flag

Pick your favorite color from your flag to use as the base of your manicure, then brush on abstract lines using the other shades.

Skinny French Tips

Trendy, celebratory, and easy enough to do on your own, rainbow tips are a go-to this year.

Glamnetic Press On Nails - Sprinkles Get the Look

These colorful press-ons take just minutes to apply, and are also reusable.

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'70s Rainbows

Add a bit of nostalgia with hand-painted daisies and wavy edges.

Accent Rainbow Nail

If just looking at nail art makes you feel drained, then keep your rainbow design to just one accent nail.

Rainbow Slant Tips

Shake up the average slanted French tip by asking for multiple colors per nail.

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Skittles Nails

The Skittles nail art trend and Pride Month are a match made in colorful manicure heaven.

Rainbow Drips

Paging all nail art newbies: With a drippy nail art design, it's supposed to look organic.

Madge Maril is a writer, editor, and creative covering beauty at Harper's Bazaar and The Zoe Report. She received a BFA in Electronic Media and a Certificate in Creative Writing through University of Cincinnati's College-Conservatory of Music. You can find her on Instagram at @madgemaril, or in real life somewhere in a thrift store.

Lindy Segal is a beauty writer and editor. In addition to regularly contributing to BAZAAR.COM, she also writes for Glamour, People, WhoWhatWear, and Fashionista, among other publications. She lives in New York City with her Chihuahua mix, Barney.

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