43+ Chic Purple Ombre Nails Ideas to Copy [2024]

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Dreaming of purple ombre nails? In that case, you’re at the right place!

We have scouted the internet to prepare this curated collection of over 20 pretties purple ombre nails ideas. Whether you’re looking for inspiration for your next nail salon visit, or a little DIY you can do at home, this article has plenty of nail design ideas for both options.

Ombre nails are super popular in 2024, and the color purple is one of the most striking options to use in this nail trend. Purple colour symbolized royalty, nobility and luxury, and is often chosen for special events like parties, anniversaries and other high-profile occasions.

If you’re planning to choose purple ombre nails for your manicure, you’re right on the trend.

Ombre nails come in a range of different execution options, but all of them work for any nail type and size, whether you have short nails, coffin nails, mountain peak or almond nails. Yes, you can easily do them even on short nails, which will help to elongate them visually.

But let’s get down to the main thing – the nail design ideas!

Below is a super simple video tutorial in case you would like to try to do ombre nails at home, followed by the collection of the prettiest purple ombre nails we found online. Save your favorites in your Pinterest account!

Purple Ombre Nails Video Tutorial

Make purple ombre nails at home! Here is an easy video tutorial prepared by the Purple Nails youtube channel.

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20+ Gorgeous Ideas for Purple Ombre Nails

Here are some of the most beautiful looks we found on Instagram – if you would like to see more nail design ideas from the same nail artist, you can click on their Instagram bio link under each image.

For more options when it comes to purple ombre nails, we have a collection of nearly 100 designs in our dedicated Pinterest board. Don’t forget to follow us on Pinterest to stay on top of all nail design trends!

1. Lavender Ombre Nails

Elevate simple purple ombre nails for a special occasion with the use of pretty shiny rhinestones.

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2. Zodiac Purple Ombre Nails

Into star signs? Get yours on your nails too!

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3. Angel Wings Purple Ombre Nails

Decorate your nails with a bit of angel dust – these pretty angel wings in gold are just what you need to make your ombre manicure super cute.

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4. Purple Ombre French Tips

Don’t want to do full color? Opt for an ombre effect on French tips.

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5. Purple Ombre Alternating Nails

Another way to use the ombre nail design is by using individual nails in different shades of purple. Same effect, but this manicure is something anyone can do at home with the correct color palette.

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6. Black and Purple Ombre Nails

Show them your wild side with ombre purple nails decorated with black animal print nail art.

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7. Nude to Purple Short Nails

Pretty short ombre nails with added interest of stripes on one nail.

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8. Summer Purple Ombre Almond Nails

The perfect summer manicure with beige to purple ombre nails and pretty summer flowers.

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9. Coffin Purple Ombre Nails with Rhinestones

Reverse purple to pink manicure made for special occasion with rhinestones at the base of the nails.

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10. All Glitter Purple Nail Designs Short Style

Glitter all around, and yes – not just for a party or special occasion.

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Keep scrolling for more short purple nail designs!

11. Ombre Nails Purple With Silver Glitter

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12. Night Sky Purple Nail Art

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13. Purple and Silver Ombre Nails

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14. Light Ombre Nails Purple And White

These purple and white ombre nails are both elegant and stylish:

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15. Purple Gradient Nails

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16. Purple Ombre Nails with Clouds

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17. Dark Purple Ombre Nails

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18. Pink Purple Ombre Nails

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19. Purple Ombre Nails with Gems

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20. White and Purple Ombre Nails

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21. Coffin Purple Ombre Nails

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22. Almond Purple Ombre Nails with Silver Detail

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23. Short Pink and Purple Ombre Nails

These light pink and purple ombre nails are both classy and stylish:

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24. Purple Ombre French Nails

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25. Subtle Lilac Ombre Nails

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26. Purple Ombre Nails With Glitter

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27. Blue and Purple Almond Ombre Nails

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28. Classic Purple Ombre Art Nails

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29. Purple Aura Ombre Nails

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30. Purple Ombre Nails with Brand Art

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31. Long Coffin Ombre Lilac Nails

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32. Matte Purple Ombre Nails

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33. Blue and Purple Ombre Sparkle Nails

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34. Glamorous Purple Coffin Ombre Nails

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35. Dark To Light Purple Ombre Nails

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36. Dark Purple Ombre Acrylic Nails

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37. Purple Ombre Nails with Butterflies and Stones

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38. Purple Ombre and French Tip Nails

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39. Light Purple Ombre Nails

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40. Purple Ombre with Rhinestones and Glitter

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41. Pink and Plum Ombre Nails

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42. Glam Purple Ombre

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43. Mix of Blue, Pinks and Purple Vertical Ombre Nails

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44. Purple Ombre Mix with V-Cut Nails

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45. Purple and Green Ombre Nails

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46. Purple and Pink Ombre Nails

These pink and purple ombre nails with diamonds are trully stunning:

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47. Black to Purple Ombre Nails

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Lindsey is a professional nail and make up artist, specializing in special occasion nails and make up. She is based in Utah, US and owns a small beauty salon with her business partner. She loves writing about the art and craft of nail artistry and is excited about discovering new nail trends.

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