8 Fun Nail Stickers You Need to Try Now

Put down that bottle! Try these eye-catching strips that are way cooler (and less messy) than your basic polish.

1. Dashing Diva DesignFX in The Finer Things in Life

Bring on the bubbly! These stunning 3D appliqués, with raised gold bubbles, offer an easy, foolproof way to add sparkle to your fingers. Tip: If your nails are short, cut the strips in half before applying so you can get more bling for your buck. To buy: Visit dashingdivapro.com for purchasing info

 2. Essie Sleek Stick in A to Zebra

Zebra grows up — in a sophisticated way — with these brown and black striped, UV-cured textured stickers in a high gloss finish. Tip: Prep nails with polish remover to remove oil — this will help the stickers adhere to your nails better. To buy: $9.99 for 18, available at cvs.com

3. Jamberry Nails: Create Your Own Design

Are you a crazy cat lady? Or a rabid March Madness fan? Show off your beloved pet, team — or any design your heart desires — with custom nail wraps from Jamberry. To make, upload your design and size it for each finger using Jamberry’s online tool. The brand will then send you a sheet of stickers with your print in about one week. Tip: After peeling a sticker off the sheet, warm it up with a blow-dryer for 10-15 seconds or until it’s flexible. To buy: $24.75 per sheet, available at jamberry.net

• 4. Kiss Nail Dress in Flirt

  

  Strut your stuff with these peacock feather designs on thick, sturdy strips. Tip: File off the excess sticker in an up and down motion, rather than side to side — this will avoid wrinkles and tearing. To buy: $6.99 for 28 (available at drugstores, visit kissusa.com for purchasing info)

  5. L’Oréal Colour Riche Nail Lingerie in Something About Her

Lingerie is not just for the bedroom anymore. These sheer 3D stickers offer a sexy touch of rose gold sparkle at your fingertips. Tip: Since they’re transparent, you can also layer these over polish for a customized hint of glimmer. To buy: $8.95 for 18 (available at drugstores, visit lorealparisusa.com for purchasing info)

6. Nail Rock Designer Nail Wraps in Seeing Spots Red

Inspired by the trends at the spring 2013 collections during New York Fashion Week, these bright red polka dot stickers keep you au courant. Tip: For easy removal, start peeling the sticker from your nail’s top edge. To buy: $6.65 for 16, available at nailrock.com

7. Sally Hansen Salon Effects Nail Polish Strips in Heart Breaker

Embrace your inner Avril Lavigne or Hayley Williams with these skull-and-heart themed stickers, which are made from nail polish. Tip: Before filing off the excess, smooth the sticker by applying firm pressure to the nail bed and then up to the top of your nail with your finger. To buy: $9.99 for 16, available at ulta.com

8. Sephora by OPI Trend Toes in Snake Sparkle

Slither into sandal season with these glittery reptile stickers designed to fit your toes. Tip: Once you open the package, use the strips immediately — air causes them to dry out. To buy: $12 for 16, available at sephora.com