42 Disney Nails From Super Subtle to Full-Blown Designs

Keep a bit of Disney magic with you.

If there’s one thing most of us can agree on is that Disney holds a special spot in our hearts. Whether you grew up watching Toy Story and Cinderella or developed affection for Star Wars and Maleficent later in life, the stories these characters bring to life often stay with us for years. Now, if you’re also someone who loves nail art, then Disney nails are the perfect way to show your adoration for these films.

What’s so great about nail designs is that you can customize them to fit your aesthetic. So, if you’re someone who prefers minimalist manicures, then you’ll likely love simple nail art in more neutral colors. On that note, if you’re all about maximalist nails, you can go all out with detailed nail designs and 3D add-ons.

From EmRata’s moody poison apple aura nails and Cinderella-inspired iridescent polish to Halle Bailey’s perfect mermaid manicure and abstract dalmatian nails, find our favorite Disney-inspired nail designs below. This is where dreams come true.

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Frozen Nails

Ice, ice, baby. These frosted blue tips with itsy-bitsy rhinestones are perfect for those looking to channel their inner Elsa.

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Peekaboo Mickeys

Black and white sparkle manicure with Mickey Mouse ear accent nails — @nicsnailbox

Try out some Mickey Mouse ears that “peek” out of the corner of your nails as an accent, rather than having them take center stage.

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Under the Sea

These are the exact nails Halle Bailey donned for the premiere of The Little Mermaid, so take a note from our new Ariel and copy her chrome aquatic nails.

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Fantasia

Blue nails with moon and star details — @tatjana.land

These subtle Disney nails look exactly like the star-printed hat that Mickey wears in Fantasia.

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Red and Black Mickeys

A simple Mickey Mouse mani, but make it fashion. Here, the look is practical, thanks to short, filed nails—but fun, thanks to the bold use of color.

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Dalmatian Nails

Honor your favorite Disney pups with a spotted mani that matches their fur. It’s subtle and sophisticated, but just fun and obvious enough that other fans will spot the reference. (Pun, intended.)

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Baby Yoda

Baby Yoda nails are a cute way to pay homage to your favorite Jedi. We like the stark white nail with the design relegated to just one nail on each hand.

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Winnie the Pooh

You and your BFF can each have your favorite character on your thumb as an accent nail. (Or, just keep them both for yourself).

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Mulan Moment

Light blue nails with cherry blossom details and Mulan designs — @_allured

We can’t get over these pastel Mulan nails. Look how cute Cri-Kee looks peeking out from the middle finger.

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Fit For a Princess

How perfect are these baby blue French tips? Topped with a Cinderella-esque hair bow nail art detail, it’s a beautiful nod to one of Disney’s original princesses.

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Mickey Pumpkin

Negative space manicure with Mickey Mouse-shaped pumpkin tips — @nailartbyjen

If you’re headed to Disney for Halloween, be sure to consider this pumpkin-inspired Mickey manicure for your trip. This is a fall theme, but you could try other versions for various seasons.

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Poison Apple Nails

Emily Ratajkowski’s moody red nails are reminiscent of the poisoned apple offered to Snow White.

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Minimalist Mickey

Blue almond manicure with mini Mickey Mouse ear accent nails — @beauty_salon_alexandra

We love a minimalist nail look and this is about as minimalist as it gets when it comes to Disney nails. This is also one of the most DIY-friendly looks on our list, though it will still require patience to create.

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Ursula

If you relate to Disney villains, you’ll dig this Ursula-inspired nail look. And, with the help of a toothpick and ultra-thin nail brush, you might even be able to recreate it yourself.

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Ocean Life Nail Art

disney nail art the little mermaid — @betina_goldstein

These mermaid-inspired nails are a lesson in subtle, elegant nail art.

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Old School Mickey and Minnie

We love to see one of the earlier versions of Mickey and Minnie on this pastel manicure. Here, the detail is concentrated on the middle two nails, which feature detailed portraits of the characters atop pastel-hued nails.

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Maleficent Nails

disney nails villain maleficent — @chaunlegend

Bring out your inner villain with these dark and twisty nails.

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Glitzy Mickey

Clear nails with Mickey Mouse ear designs and bedazzling — @nailartbyjen

Whether it’s for a black-tie event, a Disney-themed wedding, or New Year’s Eve, these glitzy Mickey nails are a win in our book.

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Cinderella Blue

Donning this iridescent blue shimmer is the perfect way to give Cinderella’s blue ball gown a nod of acknowledgment. It’s subtle, fun, and fit for a princess.

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To Infinity…. and Beyond!

These cloud nails remind me of the opening scene in Toy Story where we see Andy playing with his toys against a sky-painted wall paper.

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Bambi

These long Bambi nails are a particular fave thanks to their textured accents.

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Dalmation-inspired

Long acrylic nails with Cruella de Vil design and dalmatian pattern — @x.mikachan.x

Modern French manicures are super popular right now, making this Dalmatian-spotted version a swoon-worthy addition to our list of favorite Disney nails.

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Frozen

Light blue manicure with glitter stripes and snowflakes — @jasmerinails

We love this winter-inspired Frozen manicure, which pairs patterns and colors from the hit movie with unique textures and shapes. The cold never bothered us anyway.

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Minimalist Aladdin

This minimalist Aladdin mani is a must for anyone looking to embrace all things Jasmine, Genie, Abu, and the Magic Carpet—all without fully painting any of them.

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Pocahontas Palette

Pocahontas-inspired blue, pink, orange, and gold manicure — @txmanimuse

Flit lovers will go heart-eyed over this hummingbird-inspired mani that embraces all the colors of the wind. We love how it uses Flit’s coloring to encompᴀss Pocahontas’ spirit without getting super detailed with a character silhouette.

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Pink Mickeys

Pink nail design with glitter accent and Mickey Mouse detail — @mz_glam__

These pink-themed Mickey nails are too cute. The Disney detail is so subtle, these also work for those looking for a “Hidden Mickey” vibe.

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Disney Balloon

Red, black, and white manicure with Mickey Mouse balloon details — @preciousphan

One of the most iconic symbols of Disney World is a translucent, Mickey-shaped balloon that is perfect to incorporate into your manicure.

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