17 Classy Nail Ideas for Sophisticated & Elegant Vibes

This post will show you the best classy nail ideas to try.

Many of us have weddings or other fancy events coming up that require us to look our best. And, this does not exclude our nails!

For these type of events, you don’t want wild and crazy nails — instead, I recommend going for a classy nail look.

Now, if you are new to doing nails or are just not sure which looks count as “classy nails,” don’t worry, because I will show you all the examples you need to nail this vibe.

Also, if you love to do your own nails, these kinds of nails are perfect for you because most of them can be DIYed. You can either paint your own nails, or use press-on nails to give yourself that classy nail look. (Press-ons are huge right now!) Or, if you want to go for something a little bit more complicated, you can always get them done at your local nail salon.

Here are 17 gorgeous classy nail designs that you should totally try out.

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Glassy Nude Nails – How To | Shonagh Scott

If you are one of those people who likes sticking to nudes or whites when doing your nails, you should definitely try this glassy nude nail look. It’s such a simple — but classy — nail idea that will work for any occasion.

This tutorial from Youtube will give you the perfect nude nail look on short or natural nails, and the best part is, you can do it yourself. While the polish she uses in the tutorial isn’t available in the US, this $8 polish from Amazon is near identical and has insanely great reviews.

Related reading: 25 Stunning Nude Nails Ideas to Try ASAP

2. Short Solid Color Nails

Don’t forget about colors! Just doing a solid color on short nails is a perfect way to get a classy nail look. All you have to do is make sure the polish is free of chips or bumps.

If this is the kind of nail look you want to try, I recommend using classic red or darker red nail polish to get a timeless vibe.