10 Nail Trends That Will Be Huge in 2024 (2024)

The 5 Biggest Spring 2024 Nail Trends We Saw at New York Fashion Week

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1. Baby Blues

"The color of 2024 for manis is for sure blue," says Van Iderstine. "Particularly in the beginning of the year and through Spring, we'll see lots of soft, muted pale blues."

2. Chrome Nails

"From silver chrome inspired by Beyonce’s Renaissance tour all the way to Hailey Bieber’s glazed donut nails — chrome is here to stay," says nail artist Tara Hayes. However, we'll see chrome in a wider range of colors. "Not only are there many colors for chrome, there are different types of chrome," she explains. "Most of us know about the traditional powder chrome. But as technology continues to advance, nail color trends may include even more futuristic metallic shades."

For example, the pro artist line Johen carries Chrome Ink, a liquid chrome that comes in bold shades like aqua, emerald, and hot pink. To DIY, you can try nail lacquers with a chrome finish, chrome powders, or chrome press-ons.

3. Velvet Nails

Velvet nails, achieved via magnetic nail polish, are especially popular in the fall and winter as they embody cozy vibes. But as we head into the warmer months, Van Iderstine says we'll see "velvet finishes on fresh new spring colors."

4. Vibrant Colors

"Color trends for next year are more bold and vibrant," says Hayes. "It's about playful self-expression instead of your traditional one solid color." Picture bright neons, animated jewel tones, and funky color combos.

5. Juicier Lip Gloss Nails

Lip gloss nails dominated last spring and summer, and we don't see them going away anytime soon. But instead of baby pinks, Van Iderstine anticipates a rise in the popularity of semi-sheer jelly fruity shades. Think: reds, oranges, and purples.

6. Metallic Foils

In alignment with the continued embrace of metallic finishes, Haye expects to see an uptick in the use of foils. She points to companies like Daily Charme, which carry a wide range of foils in solid colors like red, blue, and purple, along with traditional gold and silver.

7. Creamy Pastels

Pantone's 2024 Color of the Year is Peach Fuzz — a warm, romantic, and modern peach. It's a pastel with a bit more depth than we're used to seeing. Van Iderstine expects to see more creamy pastels like greens and pinks take hold as we move through winter and spring.

8. Classic French

Amid all this color and texture, Van Iderstine expects to see a ton of classic French manicures in 2024 that serve as neutral palette cleansers.

9. 3D Art

"The 3D technique involves raised designs on the nails using a variety of materials like acrylic, gel, or resin," says Haye. "Highly skilled artists use tools and materials that add depth and uniqueness to the nail design."

10. Fine Glitter

For those who want the metallic look but aren't ready to try out chrome, velvet polish, or foils, Haye expects to see more people turn to finely milled glitter polishes. They make a high-shimmer statement with minimal effort. "The beauty of glitter lies in its ability to transform any nail look from beautiful to glamorous," says Haye. "If you’re in search of a glamorous but subtle nail design, then a fine glitter is the way to go. Fine glitter provides a soft shimmer and enhances any look."