Work it! Get into polished and professional vibes with these office nail ideas, featuring organic and abstract shapes, tastefully refined shades, and subtle glitter details. These looks go from the desk to happy hour with co-workers and everywhere in between — without limiting your style or sense of self-expression. Get inspo below and follow the step-by-step directions to adorn your tips in office-appropriate glam.


Nails by Aprés

Office nail art featuring abstract 3D designs and pearl details in a neutral organic arrangement
Abstract 3D lines and pearl details in an organic arrangement — subtle, high-fashion, and workplace-ready.

These esoteric tips feature abstract 3D designs and pearl details in an organic-style arrangement for subtle yet high-fashion self-expression.

Directions

  1. Apply a layer of CE01 Temperance to the index tip and use the magnetic wand to gather the magnetic particles to the center. Cure for 30 seconds.
  2. Apply P09 Balance to the tip of the index tip with the intention of leaving a textured surface. Cure for 30 seconds.
  3. Apply a layer of Top Gelcoat to the index tip and cure for 30 seconds.
  4. Apply 2 layers of CE01 Temperance to the middle tip and cure each layer for 30 seconds.
  5. Add 3D lines with Extend Gel Non-Wipe and cure for 60 seconds.
  6. Add a Pearl and apply a layer of Top Gelcoat and cure for 30 seconds.
  7. Apply 2 layers of CE01 Temperance to the ring tip and cure each layer for 30 seconds.
  8. Apply a layer of Top Gelcoat to the ring tip and cure for 30 seconds.
  9. Take a bead of Extend Gel Novice and add pearls. Cure for 60 seconds.
  10. Repeat all steps on the opposite hand.

Product Breakdown:

  • P09 Balance
  • CE01 Temperance
  • 501 Morning Sighs
  • Extend Gel Non-Wipe
  • Extend Gel Novice
  • Natural Round Short Gel-X® Tips

Nails by Aprés

Periwinkle and violet nail art with glitter reflects, textured effects, and abstract 3D line designs
Periwinkle perfection — violet and bluish glitter reflects paired with texture and abstract 3D line work.

Periwinkle perfection! Shine bright with violet and bluish glitter reflects, plus fun texture and abstract 3D designs.

Directions

  1. Apply 2 layers of 501 Morning Sighs to the index tip and cure each layer for 30 seconds.
  2. Apply a layer of CE08 North Node to the index tip and use the magnetic wand to gather the magnetic particles to the center. Cure for 30 seconds.
  3. Apply a layer of Heavenly Gel Topcoat to the index tip in Divine and cure for 60 seconds.
  4. Create some wavy 3D lines on the index tip with Extend Gel Non-Wipe and cure for 60 seconds.
  5. Apply 2 layers of 501 Morning Sighs to the middle tip and cure each layer for 30 seconds.
  6. Create an ombré effect on the middle tip with 503 Pooled Together and cure for 30 seconds.
  7. Draw an oval shape on the middle tip using FG01 Wakey Reiki and cure for 30 seconds.
  8. Place the tube made with Extend Gel Novice on top of the oval.
  9. Apply a layer of Top Gelcoat and cure for 30 seconds.
  10. Apply 2 layers of FG01 Wakey Reiki on the ring tip and cure each layer for 30 seconds.
  11. Apply a layer of Matte Top Gelcoat to the ring tip and cure for 30 seconds.
  12. Create some thin 3D lines on the ring tip with Extend Gel Non-Wipe and cure for 60 seconds.
  13. Repeat on the opposite hand.

Product Breakdown:

  • FG01 Wakey Reiki
  • CE08 North Node
  • 501 Morning Sighs
  • 503 Pooled Together
  • Heavenly Gel Topcoat in Divine
  • Extend Gel Novice
  • Natural Almond Medium

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