With a brand new yr upon us, you could be wanting some nail artwork inspo on your first salon appointment of the yr. After all of the glitter and deep purple nails of the celebration season, January feels just like the apt time for a palette cleanser. However, that does not imply your January mani needs to be boring in case you’re not so into impartial nails. Having saved a eager eye on the nail developments for 2026, I’m saving glass chrome manis for my subsequent salon go to.
What Are Glass Chrome Nails?
Much like chrome nails, glass chrome incorporates a mirror-like, glassy shine that elevates the sheer pink and impartial colors painted beneath it. Here, nail tech Mateja Novakovic has used Manucurist nail polish in Hortencia (£19), completed with a Manucurist Chrome Powder (£9) on prime. I like how the manicure nonetheless passes as a impartial, however nonetheless has some curiosity to it with the mirror-like texture that resembles glass.
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I like this look on quick nails, and the mirror-like chrome is so stylish.
I’m additionally tempted to attempt it with a pink nail polish beneath.
For nail artwork minimalists, attempt a sheer nail polish beneath your chrome powder for a glassy outcome.
Chrome French suggestions are one other stylish choice to attempt to jazz up your January manicure.