Remember, these are just ideas to get you started. Grab your favorite cover and get to work designing your own bookish nail art for the world to see. Bookish nail art makes for a great conversation starter, so wear it to your next book club, the bookstore, or the library. Whether you’re showing off your house colors or giving a nod to your favorite publisher, there’s plenty to be said about cool cuticles. Having trouble getting it done on your own? Ask a friend to help out and do each other’s. Or, treat yourself to a manicure to get that perfectly fresh look. Here are a few ideas to get you started.
27 Examples of Bookish Nail Art
Maybe you’d like some generic bookish nail art.
A post shared by Aimee Hyndman (@aimeeraindrop) on May 8, 2019 at 3:03pm PDT Or you’re looking to pay homage to your favorite horror.
A post shared by Sarah (@sazzles_reads88) on May 4, 2019 at 7:27am PDT It’s always fun to incorporate actual books into your bookish nail art.
A post shared by Nads M.A (@nadclo) on Apr 14, 2019 at 9:36pm PDT Be cute, elegant, and ready to (tea) party with this adorable design.
A post shared by Nads M.A (@nadclo) on Apr 7, 2019 at 5:53pm PDT I am not okay because TFIOS!
A post shared by Liani | book enthusiast (@rektokross) on Mar 19, 2019 at 2:30pm PDT Try this—you only know if you know; anyone else will love this gorgeous peacock design.
A post shared by Nads M.A (@nadclo) on Feb 17, 2019 at 8:39pm PST Sometimes, subtle is best.
A post shared by Nads M.A (@nadclo) on Mar 3, 2019 at 8:10pm PST You might like to go more inspired by.
A post shared by Bookish Nail Art 🇨🇦 (@bookishnailart) on Mar 1, 2019 at 5:26pm PST Get to your inner kid with some classic Shel Silverstein.
A post shared by Nads M.A (@nadclo) on Feb 24, 2019 at 9:36pm PST Not up for painting? Try a wrap.
A post shared by Espionage Cosmetics (@espionagebeauty) on Jan 15, 2019 at 11:58am PST Don’t forget to accessorize with matching rings.
A post shared by @ pictures_by_camie on Nov 21, 2018 at 9:05am PST I don’t care what anyone says, Mary Shelley would be flattered.
A post shared by Liani | book enthusiast (@rektokross) on Oct 29, 2018 at 2:51pm PDT Cute and romantic is the way to go!
A post shared by Chachic 📚 (@chachicsbooknook) on Oct 4, 2018 at 7:15am PDT The classic Penguin design is the design to beat.
A post shared by Anna • Cask & Quill (@caskandquill) on Aug 6, 2018 at 2:34pm PDT Did you know you can recreate an entire cover on your nails?
A post shared by DJ~Book Love w/ Nails to Match (@apolishedreader) on Jun 25, 2018 at 5:54pm PDT Nails are such a great way to celebrate new books!
A post shared by Trisha (@bobobottle) on May 8, 2018 at 10:50am PDT Harry. Potter. https://www.instagram.com/p/BhaVgfnlPtx/ I think the word you’re looking for is “wow.” https://www.instagram.com/p/Ba3LFzSH3WY/ Could you ask for a more perfect palette?
A post shared by jennie 🇨🇦 (@jennieshaw) on Sep 28, 2017 at 10:40am PDT Ideal for anyone, really.
A post shared by Marissa T (@manicuredmarissa) on Jun 9, 2017 at 11:48am PDT Austin Public Library nailed it.
A post shared by Austin Public Library (@austinpubliclibrary) on Jan 23, 2017 at 3:37pm PST Talk about a conversation starter.
A post shared by Celsey (@sellsea_prkr) on Feb 6, 2016 at 11:41am PST House pride is important.
A post shared by 🦄 Ash♥️ 24 🧛♀️ (@polished_stalkers) on Jan 16, 2016 at 7:57pm PST Um, whoa.
A post shared by Mrs. Alison H. (@craftasticness) on May 8, 2015 at 12:55pm PDT Shadowhunter nails!
A post shared by Candice C. (@getonmynail) on Jan 12, 2016 at 7:09pm PST Ready for a pep rally?
A post shared by Novels and Nail Polish (@novelsandnailpolish) on Dec 30, 2015 at 3:06pm PST Who else is ready for Morgenstern’s next novel?
A post shared by Coeur d’artichaut | 🇨🇦💍☕ (@coeur.d.artichaut) on Dec 19, 2015 at 11:38am PST Need a little help to get started? Check out these bookish nail art tutorials for some guidance.
