Lunar New Year is a good excuse for red and gold on your nails. The traditional colors and symbols carry over well to nail art.
This year’s designs mix classic symbols with playful patterns and metallic details. They suit family dinners just as well as a night out.
Here are 15 Lunar New Year nail designs for 2026 from Instagram. Each one is simple enough to do at home or to request at the salon.
1. Bold Red with Luxe Gold Accents
Elegantly shaped tips adorned with gold designs. Right for a night out or a festive celebration.
Image by naildetails.bycarrie
2. Charming Red & Gold Accents
Nude nails with red lines intertwined with gold designs. Works for festive occasions or a night out.
Image by nessydidit
3. Elegant Burgundy Glam with Gold Accents
Deep burgundy hues adorned with gold detailing, including floral motifs and shimmering crescent shapes. Suits formal events or a night out.
Image by notorioushandjobz
4. Romantic Floral Glam with Gold
Rich red tones, floral accents, and shimmering gold details. Works for date nights or special occasions.
Image by concon_wi
5. Dazzling Red & Gold Elegance
Bold red base with nude accents, enhanced by shimmering gold outlines and sparkling rhinestones.
Image by diananailedit
6. Charming Cherry Blossom Nails Bliss
Cherry blossom nails with bright red and soft white palette, adorned with gold accents and rabbit designs.
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7. Bold Blue & Gold Stripes Shine
Bright blue base adorned with gold stripes. Good for glam nights out or a daytime event.
Image by notablenails
8. Gilded Floral Fantasy Nails
Nails with gold floral design over a pink watercolor base. Right for special occasions or a night out.
Image by nailsbyjaja
9. Bold Blue Floral Elegance
These blue and white nails are adorned with floral patterns. A fit for a summer wedding or a brunch.
Image by nailz.krystal
10. Glamorous Red & Gold Festivities
Blend of deep red and gold accents. A fit for the holiday season.
Image by nailsbyminhanh
11. Floral Glam in Bold Red
Bright red base complemented by floral designs in soft pastels.
Image by blushnailandbeautybar
12. Playful Hearts & Gold Accents
Almond-shaped nails with soft pink base adorned with bright red tips, heart designs, and shimmering gold accents. Suits Valentine’s Day or any romantic occasion.
Image by emilythenailtech
13. Festive Glam with Golden Touch
Bright red base adorned with gold designs and a cat motif. Right for celebrating Lunar New Year or other festive occasions.
Image by nailgazms
14. Elegant Black with Golden Accents
Gold designs against a deep black backdrop, adorned with bright floral elements. Suits a night out or special occasions.
Image by clarahnails
15. Glamorous Red & Gold Elegance
Combines bold red nails with shimmering gold accents.
Image by nailzhaus
