20 Gold Leaf Nail Art Ideas For an Opulent Fall Mani
Going gold is a good idea.
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Gold represents luxury and opulence, so why not sport the metallic shade at every opportunity? From jewelry to makeup, there are many ways to add a hint of gold to your look. However, our favorite approach is a gold leaf manicure.
Whether you wrap your entire nail with dazzling foil or opt for a few flakes, your resulting manicure is bound to look lavish. Ahead, find 20 ways to wear gold leaf nail art.
Gold Leaves
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Talk about iconic—this velvet mossy green manicure features *actual* gold-leafed gold leaves. If you want to take the trend extra seriously, this is the look for you.
Golden Milk
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With this set, the gold leaf flakes add a glamorous touch to the milky white base. The drizzled white designs further enhance the luxe set.
Barbiecore Base
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This lengthy square manicure taps baby pink and bright bubblegum polish to create a Barbie-approved ombré base. Gold foil and white blend to make the most striking marble accent nails.
Golden Tips
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Trade in your traditional white French manicure for one with gold leaf tips. The result is elevated and elegant.
Autumnal Aesthetic
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This burnt orange look brings all the fall vibes to your manicure. Decorate a few accent nails with gold leaf and abstract designs for a festive pop.
Regal Ruby
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There’s something incredibly sophisticated about a ruby-red manicure. The addition of gold leaf just elevates the look further.
Ornate Masterpiece
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Describing this manicure as “ornate” doesn’t do it justice. This stunning nail look features intricate marble designs, gold foil, and classic red polish.
Color Splash
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Add a few watercolor accents, complete with gold leaf, to give your black manicure a splashy touch. The colorful design adds vibrancy to the moody set.
Black and Gold
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@lolo.nailedit / instagram
There are so many ways to enhance a milky nude base. In this case, add abstract black designs and tons of gold leaf to each nail.
Abstract Accents
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These gorgeous watercolor tips will add an artistic edge to your manicure. To finish the look, add different-sized pieces of gold leaf to each nail.
Simply Golden
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@phoebesummernails / instagram
There’s something so pretty about a simple gold leaf manicure. The milky, baby pink base keeps the look feeling minimalistic.
Plain and Simple
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Here’s another subtle way to incorporate gold leaf into your look. Play around with placement and add some pieces to the tips and cuticles of your nails.
Short and Sweet
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@betina_goldstein / Instagram
A short manicure can still make a statement. To create a striking look, embellish your nails with gold leaf.
Golden Holiday
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@phoebesummernails / instagram
Adding Christmas accents can make a gold leaf manicure feel extra festive. The designs on Christmas trees bring on the holiday cheer.
Floral Gardens
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@betina_goldstein / instagram
For the most impactful look, cover your nails fully in gold leaf. For a whimsical finishing touch, add handpainted pink roses to a few nails.
Milky Marble
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A milky white manicure is perfect for minimalists. The gold leaf and marble accents add a fun flair to the subtle set.
Hint of Gold
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@amyle.nails / Instagram
Sometimes, one accent nail is all you need. The single gold leaf is the perfect accompaniment to this glossy red mani.
Fine Florals
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This stunning set is truly a masterpiece. The hand-painted florals paired with touches of gold foil make this an unforgettable mani.
Heart of Gold
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@amyle.nails / instagram
This manicure is so sweet and so chic. The gold leaf flakes and heart accents are the perfect pair.
Purple Reign
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@thenailboxxchi / Instagram
The marbled purple… the royalty-worthy gold leaf… this manicure is fit for a (I mean the) Prince.
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