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I love a good sparkle. Glitter may get a bad wrap as being childish, but I beg to differ. And while glitter nails are especially popular around the holidays , they can be worn all year-round.

Glitter nails add a touch of sparkle and glamour to manicures, making them a versatile and eye-catching choice for various occasions.

Glitter Nail Designs

Besides touches of glitter or an entire glitter nails, glitter overlays are trending this year. Layering a solid nail color with a glitter shade is a minimalistic way to try glitter nails.

Ombre nails are also a popular design that can be easily achieved with glitter polishes. This is when a dense glitter fades into a scattered lighter glitter.

Whether you like intricate designs or prefer to stick to the natural look, there is a glitter nail design out there that will work for your nail’s shape.

Glitter Nails

A gold or silver glitter nail is a bold approach to glitter nails.

Gold is associated with luxury, while silver has a cool and sophisticated vibe.

These two colors are perfect for those looking for a fun party look.

Silver Alloy

Metallic Glitter

Gold Glitter

Silver Wrap

Fool’s Gold

Holographic glitter nails are a trendy nail art style that incorporates iridescent glitter to create a stunning, multidimensional effect.

Holographic

Rainbow Holographic

Pink Glow

Champagne Glitter

Baby Blue

How pretty are these?!

Cotton Candy Nails

Taupe Glitter

Prism Glow

Creating glitter tips is a glamorous way to enhance a classic manicure.

It is perfect for those wanting a minimalistic approach to glitter nails.

Golden Glitter

Rainbow Tip

If you are looking for something a bit more creative with glitter tips, try a gradient effect.

Creating gradient glitter nails can result in a mesmerizing manicure.

This technique involves blending the glitter to create a smooth transition from glitter to solid colored nails.

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Metallic Glitter

Gold Glitter Tips

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Metallic Ombre

Super Glittery

Try an accent glitter nail with your next manicure.

Luxury Grey

Rose Gold

Looking for something more subtle? Naked glitter nails or micro glitter overlays are all about subtle sparkle and delicate shimmer. 

Creating micro glitter overlays involves applying fine glitter to enhance any manicure. 

I love this delicate approach to glitter nails.

Shimmer Tips

Golden Shimmer

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Purple Micro Glitter

Why not add some bling to a glitter manicure?

Butterfly

Cat Liner

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Pearlized Glitter