Even the simplest manicure can add a pep to your step, but peering down at a set of glitter nails has the power to do away with any leftover winter blues and catapult you into spring. Whether you opt for classics like gold glitter nail designs or want to lean heavy into spring pastels and candy colors, a new season provides the perfect backdrop for sparkly tips.
“Getting your nails done with polish that you like — especially if you like glitter — makes you feel more confident to stretch your hands out, ” says Kerry Allen, a nail technician at Barry’s Beauty Bar in Brooklyn, New York. Not only that, but Chelsea King, a Los Angeles-based nail artist and celebrity manicurist, says spring is a particularly great time to rock a glittery manicure. “Glitter is great for spring because it is just so fun. The sunlight hits and your nails sparkle, so it feels great to wear once the sun is coming out again, ” King tells .
In addition to the mood-boosting magic, King notes that glitter nails are a fairly easy way to add a little extra something to a basic manicure. You don’t even have to visit a salon: All you need to do is pick up a glitter nail polish — perhaps in one of spring’s trendiest shades — to DIY the shimmering style.
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You’ve got endless options to pick from for your glitter nails, too, from the always-in-style French manicure to dazzling color mashups. King says her clients are loving gradient glitter lately. “It’s something I can create rather quickly, so it doesn’t cost clients as much as complicated designs, ” she tells . “It looks amazing and will go with anything.” Still, Allen says she lets the sparkle lovers that sit in her chair lead the way when it comes to color, coarseness, and design — because there’s no wrong way to do glitter. Keep scrolling for 20 glitter nail art ideas you’ll want to add to your warm-weather mood board.
Chanel nail artist Betina Goldstein is responsible for this super sparkly silver mani with butterfly accents that welcomes spring in the most glamorous fashion.
These bold magenta nails would be hard to miss. Add multiple layers of any colorful glitter polish to your tips for all the glitz and glam.
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Gold with this gorgeous glitter tip nail design. Incorporate a mix of full sparkly nails and frosted tips for a subtle but still lustrous mani.
If you’re into dark polishes, add touches of silver or gold glitter on top of a rich black manicure for a look that’s chic yet subtle.
This white set is livened up with nail jewels and silver glitter, making it fit for every day or a special occasion.
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For a simpler way to rock glitter, paint your nails with an eye-catching coral polish, then add some sparkle on a couple of accent nails with a glittery topcoat.
Celebrate the fact that ice cream season is right around the corner with a rainbow-colored manicure decked out with sugary glitter and drip effects.
There’s no better way to welcome spring than with Barbie pink polish. The delicate ombre effect and specks of glitter at the cuticle add a little extra something.
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At first glance, this seems like a minimalist manicure — but upon closer look, you’ll see it screams sassy glam with its rich emerald polish, gold-toned glitter, and cuticle stones.
Showcase your whimsical side with a mismatched multicolored mani like this that features geometric shapes, artsy squiggles — and, of course, a bit of sparkle.
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From hair trends to relationship advice, our daily newsletter has everything you need to sound like a person who’s on TikTok, even if you aren’t.We love sparkle as much as the next gal but can admit that sometimes, glitter can be a bit overwhelming. That's the same thought behind one of the latest nail trends to take social media by storm: glitter ombre nails. Unlike full glitter nails, ombre glitter nails feature a fade of glitter—either from the tip down or cuticle up. Thanks to their half-covered allure, we like to think of them as the grown-up version of our favorite sparkly childhood nail looks.
Since we know we're not the only ones to swoon over sparkles, we went ahead and rounded up some glitter ombre nail designs for inspiration. From neutral champagne shades to bold silver and colorful hues, ahead, you'll discover our favorite glitter ombre nail art ideas, courtesy of some of Instagram's most creative nail artists.
For those of you that love the idea of a grown-up glitter manicure but still want to keep it neutral, this subtle shimmer will be your best bet.
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Here’s another neutral option to dip your tips into the glitter ombre nail trend. Start with a nude base and top it off with silver glitter. Easy enough!
Ready to kick it up a notch while still keeping it neutral? This glitter ombre nail art idea features a translucent nude base covered with champagne-colored glitter and holographic-star confetti. While it looks more in-depth, it’s still easy to recreate—the toughest part is adhering the stars (and that requires sticking them on top of semi-wet polish and topping off with a top coat).
Still on the neutral end of the spectrum, this ombre glitter nail art idea features clear jelly tips covered in rose gold glitter and delicately painted white stars to make them look especially sparkly. We’re getting KiraKira vibes. Anyone else?
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Hoping for less of a French glitter ombre and more of an allover glittery feel? You’ll be able to achieve such by inverting the glitter fade on each nail.
These holographic pink and purple nails remind us of a magical unicorn—in the best way possible. The glitter on the top is like the cherry on top of the perfect sundae.
If you prefer to let your glitter do all the talking, feel free to cover your nail in a clear basecoat or ever-so-slightly tinted transparent polish before painting on the glitter of your choice. We love how this one looks rainbow in certain light.
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On that same note, glitter doesn’t have to be the only shiny addition to your mani. Here, one Instagram user shows how a little extra sparkle goes a long way.
While those with short nails can achieve miniature fades, those with longer nails can really show off an ombre glitter fade. Case in point? These ultra-long, square-tipped acrylics. Of course, you’ll need a manicurist’s help to bring these neutral-tinted stunners to life.
Quite possibly our favorite glitter ombre nails, these go beyond ultra-fine sparkles and bring colorful confetti into the mix. We’re getting major ‘90s vibes from these bright beauties.
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Ombre glitter nails don’t have to be super subtle in their fade. Instead, you can opt for a glitter tip with just a few stray sparkles to complete the look.
These oval-shaped nails are one of the most elevated takes on glitter ombre. With just one statement nail per hand, it really makes the glitter pop.
Glitter ombre nails make quite the statement. So much so that you may only need one half-dipped nail and one statement nail to turn heads.
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Of course, glitter ombre nails have to have a bit of bling-bling star sparkle. The silver glitter, with big hand placed stars make this manicure look like a glistening snowflake.
Also, let it be known, all glitters are fair game—including chunkier sparkles that might not create as subtle of a fade but will definitely achieve the same eye-catching allure.
With chunky glitter top of mind, we had to show you these gold-dipped beauties. They’re so sunny and warm—not to mention super easy to recreate. Start with a clear base coat and follow up with the chunky gold glitter polish of your choice, painting only halfway up your nail. Thanks to the transparent nature of glitter polishes, it will naturally create a bit of a dispersed fade. Don’t forget the top coat
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Just because you want a neutral base doesn’t mean you have to pick a run-of-the-mill glitter. Here, you can see how rose gold-tinted holographic glitter will add extra allure to your ombre nails.
