This winter has hit us hard and fast, and many of us are layering on our favourite jackets and coats… then stepping out and wondering why we haven’t invested in mittens. The only thing stopping us? The heavenly winter nail trends we’ve been seeing all over our grids and can’t wait to try.
Winter typically calls for bolder nail colours, from blood red to midnight blue and, of course, chrome. But this year, there’s been a subdued and celestial winter nail trend we’ve been spotting. Chrome is, of course, still filtering through our feeds, but not as we’ve known it. There are pearly finishes, ballet-blush shades, and translucent French tips. And, a specific manicure we’ve monikered the “nude glow” nail. It’s a take on chrome that is a little softer and a lot more sophisticated. Think of it as the chrome nails big sister. The only confirmation we needed that nude glow nails had officially dislodged classic chrome? On Jun 23, we spotted Hailey Bieber out in New York in a striking white silk mini-kaftan, her signature Saint Laurent sunnies and, yes, an updated latte-coloured nude chrome nail. Sign us up.
Here we’re rounding up our favourite takes on the nude chrome nail trend this winter.
The Best Minimalist Chrome Nail Trends For Winter:
Nude Glow Nails:
Chrome nails have been trending for years now, and their versatility is to thank for their longevity. Where once we had aluminium finishes and shimmering metallics, we’re now seeing elegant nude chrome finishes all over TikTok, an old-money take on the classic chrome aesthetic. There’s something soothing about the peach-blush glow of these nude nails and they’re, of course, perfect for wedding season.
Of course, “nude” varies for every skin tone, so to achieve this look at home, select your preferred neutral, then, top with a sheer chrome polish of your choosing.
Pearl Nails:
Hailey Bieber, the girl who brought us the viral glazed doughnut manicure, has delighted nail trend fans again with the pearl nail. Perfect for winter, the pearl nail will leave a frosty finish on your fingertips. Bieber’s nail technician, Zola Ganzorigt, uses O.P.I. Funny Bunny as a topcoat and the silvery OPI Chrome Effects Nail Powder in “Tin Man Can.”
But, if you don’t have an at-home gel set up you can still achieve the look. Pick up the Chanel Les Vernice Nail Colour in 101 Insomniaque ($48.00) and follow with Kester Black, Sheer Pearlescent Glazed Polish ($22.00) for the perfect frosted finish.
Translucent Pink Chrome Nails:
If you’re looking for a serving of pink that stops short of Barbie, opt for these jelly-pink chrome nails. The sheer and pretty finish leaves nails looking “blushed” rather than lacquered. And, the chrome top coat adds that signature mesmerising finish.
Start with Essie long-wear Step 1 Nail Colour in Bodice Goddess, then top with Manucurist, Active Shine ($27.00), a brand-spanking new nail highlighter-come-treatment that will transform any polish into a Bieber-approved chrome with a single swipe.
The Reverse French Manicure (Press On Style):
(@cndworld)Taking translucent to its obvious conclusion, press-on nails are making trying to obscure your nail extensions a thing of the past. Simply apply your desired polish (in keeping with trends, we love a nude) and pop your press ones over the top. Chic.
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