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18 Mismatched Chrome Nail Ideas to Make the Most Out of Your Mani
Mix and match as you please.
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@nailsbycanishiea/Instagram
The nail world always finds ways to reinvent the styles we know and love, and chrome nails are no exception. The shiny finish shows no sign of slowing down, and is more popular than ever. By design, any chrome manicure will draw attention, whether it is on short nails or a French manicure. However, for those who still want to kick it up a notch, we suggest opting for a mismatched manicure. Each nail can be its own canvas and with a chrome finish, the possibilities are endless. If you’re a fan of gorgeous, next-level nail designs, look no further than these 18 mismatched chrome manicure ideas.
Y2K Silver Chrome Hearts
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@nails_of_la / instagram
Reminiscent of the Y2K trend that exploded with popularity a few years back, this manicure does it all. The neon pink tips satisfy our need for a pop of color and the silver chrome base feels edgy enough to stay true to our Y2K roots.
Out of this World Chrome
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@nailsbycanishiea / instagram
This extra-terrestrial nail palette is the perfect starting point for a mismatched design. While we love the shimmery shades on their own, the silver chrome nail art is the cherry on top. It adds that extra level of interest and will catch the eye of all those around you.
Grunge Chrome
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@lolo.nailedit / instagram
If you’re not ready to commit to a full chrome manicure, this mismatched look offers the perfect balance. Complete with a checkered print, smiley face, and chrome accent, there are countless ways to personalize this design.
Sculpted Gems
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@myprettyset / Instagram
Another fun metal-and-gems setup, these jade beauties were hand sculpted by nail artist Destiny Medina. The chrome framing and pearly base only add to the excitement.
Polka Dot Tips
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@myprettyset / Instagram
Polka dots are always a good idea, and chrome polka dots are an even better one. Pair them with a bright blue deep French tip and you have every element covered.
Summer Florals
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@lolo.nailedit / instagram
These teal chrome funky flowers are a great option for our floral nail fans. The 80s bold color combos still spark a sense of nostalgia, which makes this manicure a great choice year-round. Swap out the base and accent colors to perfectly tailor this nail art to your aesthetic.
Golden Asymmetrical French
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@nailsbysuman / instagram
If you’re looking for a minimalistic way to sport a chrome design, this manicure is for you. The asymmetrical golden French tips on the natural base nail is a sophisticated take on the chrome trend.
Color Pop
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@nails_of_la / instagram
The silver chrome base coat here, balanced with pops of bright pink and orange, creates a gorgeous combination that leaves us wanting more.
Rainbow Chrome Stars
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@myprettyset / instagram
Rainbow chrome is a gorgeous take on the trend, especially with contrasting chrome stars. This unique design may be worth a trip to the salon because this is just a step out of our DIY comfort zone.
Dripping in Gold
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@yo_keshh / instagram
We love how the chrome accents on this manicure give the illusion of dripping gold. These gorgeous almond nails with gold chrome drops feel effortlessly glam and fit and and all occasions.
Under the Sea
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@digitzbydev / instagram
Royal blue chrome mixed with clear dewdrops makes us feel like we’re a mermaid out of water. With all the beautiful hues that come to mind when you think of the ocean, this is the picture-perfect example of a pre-vacation manicure.
Yellow Sparkling Swirls
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@digitzbydev / instagram
Artistic swirls remain a consistent theme throughout these looks, but every nail artist finds a way to make it their own. To create this look, create a sparkly yellow ombré base and delicately paint white swirls across each nail.
Chrome Halo
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@aliciatnails / instagram
We love the idea of outlining your nail bed with multi-colored chrome halos. Plus, the silver star sticker in the middle adds an extra touch of sparkle. This design is a great option to DIY from home. All you need is chrome powder, silver star stickers, and a steady hand.
Artistic Raised Chrome
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@nailsbycanishiea / instagram
This dazzling manicure offers glitz, glam, and color – the magical manicure trio. Combining two of our favorite nail trends, aura nails and chrome nails, this look has it all. While we love this color combination, you can make this look your own by adjusting the palette.
Marble Chrome
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@aliciatnails / instagram
Black and blue is an under-appreciated color combo, and this manicure is a perfect example of why it should be more popular. The gorgeous pattern creates a mesmerizing marble design. Plus, each nail is different having its own unique swirl variation.
Art Deco
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@nailsbysuman / instagram
Chrome artistic blobs? Yes, please. These raised designs make each nail feel like its own personal canvas. You can pick whatever color you want for your chrome accents, but this silver feels minimalistic yet bold.
Copper Chrome
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@myprettyset / instagram
Who knew copper chrome was this gorgeous? This iteration of a French manicure has a 3D twist with raised designs on the bottom of each tip. All showcasing in the same chrome hue, this is one of our favorite mismatched chrome ideas to date.
Pretty Pretty Princess
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@nails_of_la / Instagram
This winter, we’re all embracing our inner pretty pretty princesses with jewels and gems in a rainbow of colors. How fun is it to pair the stick-on-earring-shaped gems with that ultra-shiny base coat?
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18 Mismatched Chrome Nail Ideas to Make the Most Out of Your Mani
Mix and match as you please.
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@nailsbycanishiea/Instagram
The nail world always finds ways to reinvent the styles we know and love, and chrome nails are no exception. The shiny finish shows no sign of slowing down, and is more popular than ever. By design, any chrome manicure will draw attention, whether it is on short nails or a French manicure. However, for those who still want to kick it up a notch, we suggest opting for a mismatched manicure. Each nail can be its own canvas and with a chrome finish, the possibilities are endless. If you’re a fan of gorgeous, next-level nail designs, look no further than these 18 mismatched chrome manicure ideas.
Y2K Silver Chrome Hearts
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@nails_of_la / instagram
Reminiscent of the Y2K trend that exploded with popularity a few years back, this manicure does it all. The neon pink tips satisfy our need for a pop of color and the silver chrome base feels edgy enough to stay true to our Y2K roots.
Out of this World Chrome
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@nailsbycanishiea / instagram
This extra-terrestrial nail palette is the perfect starting point for a mismatched design. While we love the shimmery shades on their own, the silver chrome nail art is the cherry on top. It adds that extra level of interest and will catch the eye of all those around you.
Grunge Chrome
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@lolo.nailedit / instagram
If you’re not ready to commit to a full chrome manicure, this mismatched look offers the perfect balance. Complete with a checkered print, smiley face, and chrome accent, there are countless ways to personalize this design.
Sculpted Gems
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@myprettyset / Instagram
Another fun metal-and-gems setup, these jade beauties were hand sculpted by nail artist Destiny Medina. The chrome framing and pearly base only add to the excitement.
Polka Dot Tips
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@myprettyset / Instagram
Polka dots are always a good idea, and chrome polka dots are an even better one. Pair them with a bright blue deep French tip and you have every element covered.
Summer Florals
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@lolo.nailedit / instagram
These teal chrome funky flowers are a great option for our floral nail fans. The 80s bold color combos still spark a sense of nostalgia, which makes this manicure a great choice year-round. Swap out the base and accent colors to perfectly tailor this nail art to your aesthetic.
Golden Asymmetrical French
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@nailsbysuman / instagram
If you’re looking for a minimalistic way to sport a chrome design, this manicure is for you. The asymmetrical golden French tips on the natural base nail is a sophisticated take on the chrome trend.
Color Pop
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@nails_of_la / instagram
The silver chrome base coat here, balanced with pops of bright pink and orange, creates a gorgeous combination that leaves us wanting more.
Rainbow Chrome Stars
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@myprettyset / instagram
Rainbow chrome is a gorgeous take on the trend, especially with contrasting chrome stars. This unique design may be worth a trip to the salon because this is just a step out of our DIY comfort zone.
Dripping in Gold
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@yo_keshh / instagram
We love how the chrome accents on this manicure give the illusion of dripping gold. These gorgeous almond nails with gold chrome drops feel effortlessly glam and fit and and all occasions.
Under the Sea
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@digitzbydev / instagram
Royal blue chrome mixed with clear dewdrops makes us feel like we’re a mermaid out of water. With all the beautiful hues that come to mind when you think of the ocean, this is the picture-perfect example of a pre-vacation manicure.
Yellow Sparkling Swirls
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@digitzbydev / instagram
Artistic swirls remain a consistent theme throughout these looks, but every nail artist finds a way to make it their own. To create this look, create a sparkly yellow ombré base and delicately paint white swirls across each nail.
Chrome Halo
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@aliciatnails / instagram
We love the idea of outlining your nail bed with multi-colored chrome halos. Plus, the silver star sticker in the middle adds an extra touch of sparkle. This design is a great option to DIY from home. All you need is chrome powder, silver star stickers, and a steady hand.
Artistic Raised Chrome
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@nailsbycanishiea / instagram
This dazzling manicure offers glitz, glam, and color – the magical manicure trio. Combining two of our favorite nail trends, aura nails and chrome nails, this look has it all. While we love this color combination, you can make this look your own by adjusting the palette.
Marble Chrome
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@aliciatnails / instagram
Black and blue is an under-appreciated color combo, and this manicure is a perfect example of why it should be more popular. The gorgeous pattern creates a mesmerizing marble design. Plus, each nail is different having its own unique swirl variation.
Art Deco
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@nailsbysuman / instagram
Chrome artistic blobs? Yes, please. These raised designs make each nail feel like its own personal canvas. You can pick whatever color you want for your chrome accents, but this silver feels minimalistic yet bold.
Copper Chrome
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@myprettyset / instagram
Who knew copper chrome was this gorgeous? This iteration of a French manicure has a 3D twist with raised designs on the bottom of each tip. All showcasing in the same chrome hue, this is one of our favorite mismatched chrome ideas to date.
Pretty Pretty Princess
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@nails_of_la / Instagram
This winter, we’re all embracing our inner pretty pretty princesses with jewels and gems in a rainbow of colors. How fun is it to pair the stick-on-earring-shaped gems with that ultra-shiny base coat?
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@nailsbycanishiea/Instagram
The nail world always finds ways to reinvent the styles we know and love, and chrome nails are no exception. The shiny finish shows no sign of slowing down, and is more popular than ever. By design, any chrome manicure will draw attention, whether it is on short nails or a French manicure. However, for those who still want to kick it up a notch, we suggest opting for a mismatched manicure. Each nail can be its own canvas and with a chrome finish, the possibilities are endless. If you’re a fan of gorgeous, next-level nail designs, look no further than these 18 mismatched chrome manicure ideas.
Y2K Silver Chrome Hearts
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@nails_of_la / instagram
Reminiscent of the Y2K trend that exploded with popularity a few years back, this manicure does it all. The neon pink tips satisfy our need for a pop of color and the silver chrome base feels edgy enough to stay true to our Y2K roots.
Out of this World Chrome
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@nailsbycanishiea / instagram
This extra-terrestrial nail palette is the perfect starting point for a mismatched design. While we love the shimmery shades on their own, the silver chrome nail art is the cherry on top. It adds that extra level of interest and will catch the eye of all those around you.
Grunge Chrome
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@lolo.nailedit / instagram
If you’re not ready to commit to a full chrome manicure, this mismatched look offers the perfect balance. Complete with a checkered print, smiley face, and chrome accent, there are countless ways to personalize this design.
Sculpted Gems
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@myprettyset / Instagram
Another fun metal-and-gems setup, these jade beauties were hand sculpted by nail artist Destiny Medina. The chrome framing and pearly base only add to the excitement.
Polka Dot Tips
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@myprettyset / Instagram
Polka dots are always a good idea, and chrome polka dots are an even better one. Pair them with a bright blue deep French tip and you have every element covered.
Summer Florals
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@lolo.nailedit / instagram
These teal chrome funky flowers are a great option for our floral nail fans. The 80s bold color combos still spark a sense of nostalgia, which makes this manicure a great choice year-round. Swap out the base and accent colors to perfectly tailor this nail art to your aesthetic.
Golden Asymmetrical French
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@nailsbysuman / instagram
If you’re looking for a minimalistic way to sport a chrome design, this manicure is for you. The asymmetrical golden French tips on the natural base nail is a sophisticated take on the chrome trend.
Color Pop
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@nails_of_la / instagram
The silver chrome base coat here, balanced with pops of bright pink and orange, creates a gorgeous combination that leaves us wanting more.
Rainbow Chrome Stars
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@myprettyset / instagram
Rainbow chrome is a gorgeous take on the trend, especially with contrasting chrome stars. This unique design may be worth a trip to the salon because this is just a step out of our DIY comfort zone.
Dripping in Gold
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@yo_keshh / instagram
We love how the chrome accents on this manicure give the illusion of dripping gold. These gorgeous almond nails with gold chrome drops feel effortlessly glam and fit and and all occasions.
Under the Sea
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@digitzbydev / instagram
Royal blue chrome mixed with clear dewdrops makes us feel like we’re a mermaid out of water. With all the beautiful hues that come to mind when you think of the ocean, this is the picture-perfect example of a pre-vacation manicure.
Yellow Sparkling Swirls
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@digitzbydev / instagram
Artistic swirls remain a consistent theme throughout these looks, but every nail artist finds a way to make it their own. To create this look, create a sparkly yellow ombré base and delicately paint white swirls across each nail.
Chrome Halo
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@aliciatnails / instagram
We love the idea of outlining your nail bed with multi-colored chrome halos. Plus, the silver star sticker in the middle adds an extra touch of sparkle. This design is a great option to DIY from home. All you need is chrome powder, silver star stickers, and a steady hand.
Artistic Raised Chrome
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@nailsbycanishiea / instagram
This dazzling manicure offers glitz, glam, and color – the magical manicure trio. Combining two of our favorite nail trends, aura nails and chrome nails, this look has it all. While we love this color combination, you can make this look your own by adjusting the palette.
Marble Chrome
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@aliciatnails / instagram
Black and blue is an under-appreciated color combo, and this manicure is a perfect example of why it should be more popular. The gorgeous pattern creates a mesmerizing marble design. Plus, each nail is different having its own unique swirl variation.
Art Deco
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@nailsbysuman / instagram
Chrome artistic blobs? Yes, please. These raised designs make each nail feel like its own personal canvas. You can pick whatever color you want for your chrome accents, but this silver feels minimalistic yet bold.
Copper Chrome
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@myprettyset / instagram
Who knew copper chrome was this gorgeous? This iteration of a French manicure has a 3D twist with raised designs on the bottom of each tip. All showcasing in the same chrome hue, this is one of our favorite mismatched chrome ideas to date.
Pretty Pretty Princess
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@nails_of_la / Instagram
This winter, we’re all embracing our inner pretty pretty princesses with jewels and gems in a rainbow of colors. How fun is it to pair the stick-on-earring-shaped gems with that ultra-shiny base coat?
Y2K Silver Chrome Hearts
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@nails_of_la / instagram
Reminiscent of the Y2K trend that exploded with popularity a few years back, this manicure does it all. The neon pink tips satisfy our need for a pop of color and the silver chrome base feels edgy enough to stay true to our Y2K roots.
Out of this World Chrome
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@nailsbycanishiea / instagram
This extra-terrestrial nail palette is the perfect starting point for a mismatched design. While we love the shimmery shades on their own, the silver chrome nail art is the cherry on top. It adds that extra level of interest and will catch the eye of all those around you.
Grunge Chrome
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@lolo.nailedit / instagram
If you’re not ready to commit to a full chrome manicure, this mismatched look offers the perfect balance. Complete with a checkered print, smiley face, and chrome accent, there are countless ways to personalize this design.
Sculpted Gems
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@myprettyset / Instagram
Another fun metal-and-gems setup, these jade beauties were hand sculpted by nail artist Destiny Medina. The chrome framing and pearly base only add to the excitement.
Polka Dot Tips
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@myprettyset / Instagram
Polka dots are always a good idea, and chrome polka dots are an even better one. Pair them with a bright blue deep French tip and you have every element covered.
Summer Florals
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@lolo.nailedit / instagram
These teal chrome funky flowers are a great option for our floral nail fans. The 80s bold color combos still spark a sense of nostalgia, which makes this manicure a great choice year-round. Swap out the base and accent colors to perfectly tailor this nail art to your aesthetic.
Golden Asymmetrical French
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@nailsbysuman / instagram
If you’re looking for a minimalistic way to sport a chrome design, this manicure is for you. The asymmetrical golden French tips on the natural base nail is a sophisticated take on the chrome trend.
Color Pop
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@nails_of_la / instagram
The silver chrome base coat here, balanced with pops of bright pink and orange, creates a gorgeous combination that leaves us wanting more.
Rainbow Chrome Stars
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@myprettyset / instagram
Rainbow chrome is a gorgeous take on the trend, especially with contrasting chrome stars. This unique design may be worth a trip to the salon because this is just a step out of our DIY comfort zone.
Dripping in Gold
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@yo_keshh / instagram
We love how the chrome accents on this manicure give the illusion of dripping gold. These gorgeous almond nails with gold chrome drops feel effortlessly glam and fit and and all occasions.
Under the Sea
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@digitzbydev / instagram
Royal blue chrome mixed with clear dewdrops makes us feel like we’re a mermaid out of water. With all the beautiful hues that come to mind when you think of the ocean, this is the picture-perfect example of a pre-vacation manicure.
Yellow Sparkling Swirls
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@digitzbydev / instagram
Artistic swirls remain a consistent theme throughout these looks, but every nail artist finds a way to make it their own. To create this look, create a sparkly yellow ombré base and delicately paint white swirls across each nail.
Chrome Halo
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@aliciatnails / instagram
We love the idea of outlining your nail bed with multi-colored chrome halos. Plus, the silver star sticker in the middle adds an extra touch of sparkle. This design is a great option to DIY from home. All you need is chrome powder, silver star stickers, and a steady hand.
Artistic Raised Chrome
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@nailsbycanishiea / instagram
This dazzling manicure offers glitz, glam, and color – the magical manicure trio. Combining two of our favorite nail trends, aura nails and chrome nails, this look has it all. While we love this color combination, you can make this look your own by adjusting the palette.
Marble Chrome
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@aliciatnails / instagram
Black and blue is an under-appreciated color combo, and this manicure is a perfect example of why it should be more popular. The gorgeous pattern creates a mesmerizing marble design. Plus, each nail is different having its own unique swirl variation.
Art Deco
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@nailsbysuman / instagram
Chrome artistic blobs? Yes, please. These raised designs make each nail feel like its own personal canvas. You can pick whatever color you want for your chrome accents, but this silver feels minimalistic yet bold.
Copper Chrome
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@myprettyset / instagram
Who knew copper chrome was this gorgeous? This iteration of a French manicure has a 3D twist with raised designs on the bottom of each tip. All showcasing in the same chrome hue, this is one of our favorite mismatched chrome ideas to date.
Pretty Pretty Princess
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@nails_of_la / Instagram
This winter, we’re all embracing our inner pretty pretty princesses with jewels and gems in a rainbow of colors. How fun is it to pair the stick-on-earring-shaped gems with that ultra-shiny base coat?
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