Get the Look: DIY Metallic Chrome Nail Design Ideas for a Salon-Perfect Finish at Home

When Hailey Bieber showed up to the Met Gala 2022 with contemporary, yet gleaming white glazed donut nails; who would have thought that the understated manicure would become the hottest nail art trend; setting social media alight with replicas on the ideal nail style ever since!

From the various eccentric nail trends, we have seen on runways earlier one that took the test of time is metallic. From shiny chromes and minimalist nudes to rainbow-like versions; statement metallic nails are having their moment right now.

According to Pinterest, searches for “metallic nails” have gone up by 396 percent this summer season with 450 million users already using the platform every day. With a bold chrome finish, vibrant silver tones, or a simple surge of gold, there are various ways to try metallic hybrid nails. No wonder, the innovative nail art trend is winning the hearts of many people all over the world.

Initially, metallic chrome nails grabbed everyone’s attention when numerous interpretations of the trend were marked on Euphoria’s Maddy in the hit HBO series. The definitive manicure has since become popular and dappled on all the A-listers; such as Zendaya, Bella Hadid, Lizzo (whose chrome nails looked good as hell at MTV Video Music Awards- remember!), and Vogue Singapore’s cover star Rina Sawayama.

Recently, Beyoncé’s champagne chrome nails at the Louis Vuitton SS2024 menswear show were nowhere less than a sophisticated take on the popular metallic trend and not to forget Charlize Theron; flaunting her fluid silvery nails at Paris Fashion Week SS24 was a remarkable glamourous upshot.

What Is The Chrome Nail Trend?

Also known as mirror nails, chrome nails are characterized by a high gloss, shiny finish, usually infused with an ultramodern touch. All thanks to a distinct chrome powder that is applied on top of classic nail polish. The look typically goes with sharp and angular-shaped manicures though can also be styled with the French mani as a lively alternative to the futuristic trend.

As compared to certain levitating nail art trends that might take up a substantial amount of time to complete, these nails can be instantaneously and easily achieved by applying a glaze or brushing a powder that offers the chrome finish, over your nail paint.

While jewel tones like gold and silver top the list, vintage, metallic tones are also among the favorites due to the heterogeneous textures offering an innovative appeal to your otherwise simple manicure. Moreover, with the soft pastel hue trend and micro-flower designs that we saw last year; it would not be wrong to say that metallic chrome nails are super versatile and can be minimalist enough for an everyday look.

How To Do Chrome Metallic Nails At Home