Whether you prefer chic and subtle accents or all-out glam, discover the perfect gold nails for your next mani!
Gold. This metallic shade is the epitome of glamour and extravagance, making it the perfect nail color for special occasions. It’s the symbol of wealth and elegance, the kind of glitz and glitter that instantly catches the eye.
If opting for a bold, full-fledged golden mani sounds intimidating or even kitschy, fret not. Gold nail designs offer a wide range of options, from the subtle to the spectacular, perfect for both the minimalist and the maximalist.
So, whether you’re headed to a swanky gala, a romantic dinner date, or just want to add a little extra sparkle to your daily routine, there’s a golden nail design that can effortlessly fit your personal style.
The Best Gold Nails To Recreate
1. Iridescent Shimmer
We love this unique iridescent gold tone polish – a great alternative to the classic chrome or glitter gold polishes. Each nail has been painted with iridescent gold that shimmers in tones of yellow and pink, like a sunrise, under the light – just beautiful.
2. Gold Flecks
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Add a touch of glamour to your classic neutral nails by finishing the tip of each nail with flecks of gold foil that sparkle in the light. This design is perfect for special occasions when you need something a little more opulent.
3. Nude + Gold Glitter
This gorgeous manicure pairs sophisticated neutral nails with a sparkling touch of gold to create a striking look. The nails are painted with a glossy nude polish and decorated with a stripe of gold glitter, while the accent nail is painted entirely in twinkling gold glitter.
4. Falling Gold
This incredible nail design is so striking, with the matte finish perfectly complimenting the sparkling gold touches. Dark beige nails sit alongside natural nails decorated with sweeps of color at the base and tip, each edged with gold, which falls in flecks down the nail creating a falling star aesthetic.
5. Chrome French Tips
The mirror-like finish on these chrome, French tip nails is just beautiful and really makes a statement. The nails are a mix of full gold chrome nails, chrome French tips, and an accent finger that features a line down the center and gold at the base and the tip.
6. Sequin Embellishments
Go all out glamour with this glitzy gold manicure. Glossy beige nails are paired with a gold sequin-covered ring finger and a middle finger with a beige French tip and sparkling embellishments at the base of the nail for a dazzling look. This is another nail design that would be perfect for a birthday or any special event.
7. Gold + White French Tips
This chic and sophisticated manicure is just irresistible! A classic nude and white French tip manicure has been given a touch of opulence with the addition of gold trim on the white French tips, gold glitter French tips for the thumb and ring finger, and a little finger covered in gold glitter.
8. Pink, Silver + Gold
Play around with fun motifs and designs in your next manicure! This nail design begins with a glossy pink base and then each nail is decorated with a different design in gold and silver, including a wave down the center of the nail, a lightning bolt, two cherries, and clouds and stars on the thumb.
9. Gold Frames
Opt for a more minimalist look with this gold frame nail design. The nails have been painted with a nude-tone polish and then are decorated with a gold French tip, where just the outside lines of the French tip are painted for a paired-back look.
10. Ombre Gold
This ombre manicure looks as though your hands have been dipped in gold – just stunning! The gold chrome is more concentrated at the tip of the nail and fades down to a nude pink shade at the base of the nail. This manicure is a great way to add a touch of gold to your everyday look.
