Golden nail art is so versatile that they look great with formal and casual outfits alike, Not just that, they are also a seamless fit with traditional ethnic wear and Indian wear, whether you are looking to style for a wedding, a festive occasion, an office party, or a family gathering, golden colour nail designs are subtle yet powerful enough for you to embrace a statement art.
Whether it is black and gold or gold and red, it makes up for such a great complementary colour that goes well with other colours as well. Since the colour is so powerful, you can even try experimental designs at home, without messing it up a lot. So, give golden nail art a try if you haven’t yet, and if you have, here are 15 trendy, easy, and chic designs to try for either an everyday look or a festive celebration.
15 Gold Nail Art Ideas
1. Golden Ombre
Want something that is easy to pull off and also looks great? Then this ombre is the perfect nail art to try. You can’t mess up an ombre because any design you do will end up looking good because there are no set rules or lines you need to follow.
2. Futuristic Glam
Futuristic design aesthetics are gaining popularity again, whether in architecture or painting styles, thus creating a contemporary inspiration for nails as well. These squigglies with the shining nebula are just the insight we need when it comes to shiny metallic golds.
3. Gold Flakes
Whether it is Indian desserts or nail beds, gold flakes look pretty on everything. They elevate your base colour and if you have a warm undertone, the colour of your fingers as well. They are also easy to achieve and hard to miss.
4. Golden Tip
We all know how the evergreen French tips never go out of style, mix it up with some gold and you will have yourself a festive yet formal nail art design that works with every outfit and all occasions.
5. Golden Chrome
Who doesn’t love a simple chrome look? This metallic brown-toned golden colour nail art requires only one colour, zero tools, and just two minutes of your time. It’s giving the 80s-met-the-GenZ and made it even better.
6. Lines Of Gold
Not a fan of all things gold? Well, this golden nail art is for you. Go in with a base colour of your choice, we recommend either a blush pink or a pale-ish nude and add lines of gold with a nail art tool. Precise lines look the best, so this nail art style may not be for the untrained.
7. Heart Of Gold
This may look difficult, but in fact, this gold nail art design is the easiest. All you need to do is make two small strokes to create a heart design. It’s giving Lana Del Ray meets Sabrina Carpenter.
8. Golden Drops
Raindrops of gold on a nude base, sign me up! Start with a soft nude shade of your choice and sketch out the shape of a raindrop. If you are not confident about recreating this golden nail art look yourself, we recommend either opting for nail art stickers or visiting a nail technician.
9. Celestial Gold
Starry nights and starry nails are every iced coffee-drinking book girlie’s dream nails. This style would look great on almond nails that complement the sharp edges of the stars and moon.
10. Coquette Gold
Can’t write a golden nail art piece without mentioning golden bows. This Lana-coded nail art starts off with a classic white French nail tip and a touch of golden bows simply elevates the look to the next level.
11. All That Glitters
Not a minimalist fan? This over-the-top golden glittery nail art is the one to try, especially if you have dramatic nail lengths. They look perfect with heavy, traditional, ethnic wear during Indian weddings and festive celebrations.
12. Golden Accent
Who doesn’t love a little accent nail now and then? When you have simple nails on most of your fingers and one OTT gold detail, it really brings out the shine and glitter that’s going to make you flaunt your nails all the time.
13. Flowers On Gold
If you are in the mood to bring your inner Picasso out, then this floral detail is the perfect start. You take your ombre golden nails and add a few white flowers on one or two nails for that goes well with day events and night galas.
14. Golden Wings
Move over chicken wings, butterfly wings are our latest obsession. With this butterfly wing, you can really express your delicate and fighter side and embrace the duality of woman that is in us all.
15. Gold On Matte
Tired or glossy nails? Give matte nails a try with a touch of metallics. Divide your nails in two parts with a matte white and blush pink and add details of gold to the whole nail art as finishing touches.
Parting Thoughts
If you are not convinced golden nail art styles are your thing, these 15 styles are going to change your mind. They are easy to pull off, versatile for all your outfits, and unique for you to stand out among basic styles.
FAQs
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How can I achieve a golden nail art look at home?
You can try these golden nail paints to achieve a golden nail art look at home:
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What are some popular designs for golden nail art?
Some popular golden nail art styles to try are:
- Golden flakes
- Celestial gold
- Golden hearts
- Golden lines
- Golden wings
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What occasions are best for golden nail art?
Golden nail art designs work for all occasions, whether it is a wedding celebration or a festive occasion, a work event or a casual hangout, they are versatile, trendy, and simple to achieve.
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How long does golden nail art last?
Golden nail art can last up to a week or ten days if you take care of it properly. Start by applying a base coat for the nail paint to stick well, once you are done with your artwork, apply a top coat as well to seal the paint. Avoid putting your hands in water or mud to maintain the design for longer.
