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Berry hues are fun and sophisticated—no matter which berries you pick. After all, the berry color range is surprisingly diverse, including shades of blackberry, raspberry, and cranberry. Even better, you can make berry nails your own with all of the designs at your fingertips (pun intended) to choose from. Go classic with a simple coat of polish or all-out with designs ranging from fresh takes on French manicures to contrasting textures to beautiful buds.

Ahead, we've rounded up the best berry nail looks to inspire your next trip to the salon. Scroll on to find your most delicious mani yet.

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Bordeaux Beauty

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This manicure will age like a fine wine—it'll just get better and better. The color is the perfect cross between berry and Bordeaux.

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Blues Clues

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Give blueberry a nail art spin with a subtle two-tone French featuring matte tips. DIYing the look is a cinch; just snap up Paintbox's Press-Ons in Night Cap ($28).

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Blue Buds

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With a mix of accent nails and solid blackberry polish, this floral manicure is an elegant way to wear trendy square nails.

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Matte Work

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Cranberry is even more delicious with contrasting textures. Go for a subtle French finish with a matte base and shiny tips. The juxtaposition gives it edge.

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Going Deep

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A rich, deep berry is downright magical. Add the elongated shape, and you have the perfect berry manicure. Get the look with Static Nails' She Ruins People's Lives ($18) from the brand's collab with Mean Girls.

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Maroon Five

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Looking to add a little shimmer to your berry nails? First, paint on a berry color. Then, add a layer of shimmery polish in the same color family to bring that berry to life.

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Fade Away

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The ombré trend isn’t going anywhere, as proven by this thermal mani that fades from pink into a berry. The transition here is subtle but just strong enough to make it special.

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Berry Good

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Why choose just one berry when you can sport them all? This ombré mani incorporates blackberry, raspberry, and blueberry. We even see hints of strawberry.

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Foiled Again

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Treat your nails like precious jewels and give them the fabulous accents they deserve. Gold foil at the edges feels rich and luxe. Throw in a few pearls at the base of nails, and your jewelry box is complete.

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Wine Country

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There's a good chance these nails will make you want to uncork a bottle of your favorite red wine. All the berry hues in a "French illusion" format make for an unbeatable nail design. Watch the video to learn how to recreate this look.

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Lady In Red

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Some might say red nails are neutral, so you simply can't go wrong with a classic berry red. The metallic touch provides high-wattage shine.

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Midnight Madness

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Take your blueberry mani up a notch by adding bright green dots. It's like a twist of lime for your fingertips.

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Scenic View

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Pretty little works of art, the accent nails in this set feel like an abstract nature scene. Then there are the deep berry nails with thin, solid-black lines that ooze sophistication. The unexpected combo makes this berry manicure a standout.

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Hot Tip

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Yet another variation on the French manicure (will we ever run out?!), this style puts berry-colored tips center stage. A touch of sparkle completes the look, while a few solid nails keep it interesting.

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J’adore Dior

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Wear the legendary French maison on your fingertips: These celestial and astrological motifs scream Dior. This striking design was inspired by the "Enchanted Winter Nights" artwork Pietro Ruffo created for Dior Beauty.

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Blue Crush

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Go for the (subtle) gold. A deep blueberry topped with the finest gold French tips feels undeniably regal. The chic color combo is fit for a queen.

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In the Clear

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There's so much to love about this mani. The shimmery brown-to-purple polish is arresting enough on its own, but then each nail is topped with a gel design that adds tons of beautiful texture.

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Violet Crush

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This color is perfect for the chillier days of early spring; It's practically sweater weather in a bottle, in the best way. Get the look with Hermés Nail Polish in Violet Byzantin ($57).

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Patent Leather Polish

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The reason patent leather is so appealing is its glass-like shine. That concept is the same for patent leather polish. Opt for a berry hue like this one to up the impact.

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Cherry Pop

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Feel free to mix up your fruits! A cherry design in a berry hue is twice as nice. Add in a French accent nail, and the combo is complete.

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Cool Chrome

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Who doesn't love a twofer? Double up on your trends with berry chrome nails. One enhances the other.

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Full Moon

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Flaunt your moons in the moodiest way. These berry nails are easy to DIY. First, paint your entire nail in a shimmery nude. Then, polish everything except moons at the cuticle in the berry polish of your choice.

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Fine Line

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Look quickly, and you might miss this French twist on this set. A thin line of deep blue across berry red offers a sleek take on a micro French mani.