There’s something uniquely alluring about having your nails painted stark white and black, with the happiness of a smiley face for good measure—a combination both timeless and trendy!

This nail art style showcases alternating squares of contrasting colors, typically black and white or white and nude, and creates a classic checkerboard effect. Cactus-inspired smiley face nails ...

Then, we go over it and etch the smiley face nail design, the perfect icon for positivity and cheer. We have to make it clear, crisp, and creative. It takes time, attention, and a light hand.

Slapping a smiley face ... Try this black-and-white mani — featuring a subtle pop of color on the pinky — pairs checkered patterns, flames, and a slew of smileys. Each nail gets its own ...

Keep it super sweet with a tangerine-hued manicure, then add some pale yellow daisies to a few nails. Instead of white centers ... A few simple smiley faces painted with an inky black completes ...

black nail polish, a nail art brush, and finish it all off with a gel topcoat. Or, if you're looking for an easier option, purchase some smiley face nail decals and stickers right on places like Etsy!

This look features the quintessential '90s French manicure complete with a clean white ... Each nail features a different swirled mix of dark brown, tan, cream, and baby pink. Smiley faces were ...

Instead of white centers ... smiley faces painted with an inky black completes the look. How groovy is this pink and orange manicure? Along with a few hidden smiley faces, it features some flower ...

Enter: smiley face nails, which are every bit as cheery and upbeat as they sound. This upbeat mani captures the essence of that sunshine-y, ’70s hippy aesthetic—which very much enjoyed a ...