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14 Burgundy Nail Ideas for a Rich, Moody Manicure

Burgundy sits at the intersection of red and brown, and it might be the most versatile deep color that exists. These burgundy nail ideas work as well in July as they do in December.

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1. Office Ready Red Square Nails

Woman with red nails holding a pencil
Use the flatter outline and red color as a starting point, then choose a length that fits your own routine. The title does not establish suitability for every workplace. Confirm your preferred corner shape and any dress requirements before choosing the finished design.

Photo: Felicia Montenegro

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2. Cherry Red Almond Nails

Woman's hand with cherry red nail polish holding a stick
This reference pairs a red shade with a tapered silhouette. Camera settings can change how warm or cool the red appears, so compare real swatches if the shade matters. Specify a rounded point and your preferred length separately.

Photo: Felicia Montenegro

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3. Tortoiseshell Black Almond Nails

Hand with tortoiseshell and black patterned almond nails
The reference combines dark nails with a mottled brown-and-black pattern. Decide whether you want the contrast across the full set or on a few accent nails. For a shorter version, keep the pattern visible by using fewer, larger patches rather than very fine marks.

Photo: Bryony Elena

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4. Classic Red Almond Nails

Hand with classic red almond nails
The red color and tapered outline can be chosen independently. Compare red swatches for depth and warmth, then show the artist how rounded you want the point to be. There is no need to copy the reference length to keep the color idea.

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5. Red White Ornate Stiletto Nails

Woman's hands with long ornate red and white stiletto nails
The red-and-white detailing uses the space of a long, pointed outline. Before booking, ask about the time for detailed artwork and whether extensions are needed. For a shorter adaptation, select a single linework detail instead of compressing the entire pattern.

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6. Red French Tip Nails

Woman's hand with a red and white French manicure
Use this reference to specify a red edge against a lighter base. The width and curve of the tip affect the result as much as the red shade. Ask for a finer edge if you want more of the base visible on a short nail.

Photo: Esther Olayiwo

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7. Wet Look Red Chrome Nails

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The reference emphasizes a highly reflective red appearance. Confirm whether you want a metallic reflection or simply a glossy red finish; they are different requests. The photograph alone does not verify a chrome powder, topcoat, or other product.

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8. Classic Red Oval Nails

Woman's hand with red fingernails and a gold watch
A curved outline and red base make this a useful reference for a single-color manicure. Match the red using swatches rather than the surrounding accessories or lighting. Show how much length and how rounded a tip you want to keep.

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9. Red Gold Glitter Accent Nails

Person with red and gold glitter accent manicure
This red-and-gold reference can help you explain where you want sparkle placed. Decide whether it should cover an accent nail, appear at the tips, or be distributed across the set. Confirm the particle size and coverage with a sample if available.

Photo: Tainara Paixao

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10. Bold Red Coffin Nails

Pair of hands with bold red nail polish against a white wall
Compare the tapered sides and flat tip of the outline before selecting the red shade. Ask whether the shape is possible at your desired length. Keeping the red while choosing a shorter square or squoval outline is a separate design option.

Photo: Bansah Photography

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