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Gold Nails

Gold nail designs are characterized by their shiny, metallic appearance. These are elegant, classic, and a great way to add a little glitz and glamour to your manicure. Gold-themed nails are most commonly made with gold-colored lacquer or powder, which gives them an almost otherworldly quality. Gold nails can be subtle and subdued or bold and bright—it all depends on how you wear them. They're very popular for prom, weddings, and other formal events where you want your nails to look extra special. They are very flattering in photos!
Gold nails look great on their own or as part of a more elaborate design like an ombre manicure or stamping pattern. They can be used as an accent nail or as the main color of your entire design. The most popular shade of gold is rose gold. Gold nail designs go well with any color combination that contains pink, purple, or red tones because these colors complement each other nicely in terms of hue and contrast level (light vs. dark). They also go well with other colors like silver or white and can be paired with neutral shades like taupe for a softer look that's still bold enough for summertime dressing.
The possibilities are endless when it comes to creating beautiful nail art designs using gold! Want some inspiration to decorate your nails with gold? Here we rounded up some of the best ones.

The Most Popular Shades of Gold Nails

Rose Gold Nails

Rose Gold Chrome Nails
Rose Gold Chrome Nails

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New Year's Rose Gold and Nude Nails Design | 2024 Nails - NB3778
New Year's Rose Gold and Nude Nails Design | 2024 Nails - NB3778

Elegant Rose Gold Nails for New Year | 2024 Nails - NB3780
Elegant Rose Gold Nails for New Year | 2024 Nails - NB3780

Black and White Zebra Nails with Foils
Black and White Zebra Nails with Foils

Nailed.it.by.amber

Ice Cream Pastel Nails
Ice Cream Pastel Nails

Korelviktoria

Christmas Textured Nails
Christmas Textured Nails

Nailartbychlo

Luxury Holly Leaf Nail Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1648
Luxury Holly Leaf Nail Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1648

Winter Nails with Leaf Nail Art | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1432
Winter Nails with Leaf Nail Art | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1432

What Are the Most Popular Nail Designs With Gold?

Long Gold Nails

Rose Gold Nails with Heart-shaped Leopard Print Accent | Fall Nails - NB5735
Rose Gold Nails with Heart-shaped Leopard Print Accent | Fall Nails - NB5735

Long Red Nails Gold Foil Design | Foil Nails - NB4115
Long Red Nails Gold Foil Design | Foil Nails - NB4115

Gold and Green Four-leaf Clover Nail Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1464
Gold and Green Four-leaf Clover Nail Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1464

Winter Nails with Leaf Nail Art | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1432
Winter Nails with Leaf Nail Art | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1432

Rose Gold Birthday Bling Nails | Birthday Nails - NB5098
Rose Gold Birthday Bling Nails | Birthday Nails - NB5098

Christmas Tree Nail Design | Christmas | Winter - NB1228
Christmas Tree Nail Design | Christmas | Winter - NB1228

Glitter Nails with Neon Christmas Trees | Christmas | Party - NB1262
Glitter Nails with Neon Christmas Trees | Christmas | Party - NB1262

Dragon-themed Nails
Dragon-themed Nails

Minea.nails

Short Gold Nails

Silver and Red Foils for Rose Gold Nails | Foil Nails - NB4130
Silver and Red Foils for Rose Gold Nails | Foil Nails - NB4130

Aztec Nails | Tribal - NB361
Aztec Nails | Tribal - NB361

Short Rose Gold Nails for New Year | 2024 Nails - NB3774
Short Rose Gold Nails for New Year | 2024 Nails - NB3774

Blue Nails Shimmer and Foil Design | Foil Nails - NB4093
Blue Nails Shimmer and Foil Design | Foil Nails - NB4093

Embellished 20st Birthday Nails | Birthday Nails - NB5203
Embellished 20st Birthday Nails | Birthday Nails - NB5203

Glitter Nails with Pumpkin | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1218
Glitter Nails with Pumpkin | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1218

Birthday Gold Nails with Roses | Birthday Nails - NB5140
Birthday Gold Nails with Roses | Birthday Nails - NB5140

Wheat Design for Stylish Short Nails | Thanksgiving Wheat Nails - NB6289
Wheat Design for Stylish Short Nails | Thanksgiving Wheat Nails - NB6289

Gold Toenails Designs

Beach Wedding Gold Toenail Design|Wedding-NB-D-489
Beach Wedding Gold Toenail Design|Wedding-NB-D-489

Glitter Fall Leaves Toenails | Seasonal - NB1200
Glitter Fall Leaves Toenails | Seasonal - NB1200

Rose Gold Chrome Nail Design for Honeymoon | Wedding-NB-D-641
Rose Gold Chrome Nail Design for Honeymoon | Wedding-NB-D-641

Glitter Nails with Pumpkin | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1218
Glitter Nails with Pumpkin | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1218

Glitter Nails | Halloween - NB880
Glitter Nails | Halloween - NB880

Filigree Baluch Nails | Persian | Tribal - NB927
Filigree Baluch Nails | Persian | Tribal - NB927

Bridal Shower Gold Foil Pedicure Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-612
Bridal Shower Gold Foil Pedicure Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-612

How to Choose the Best Color Combinations for Gold Nails

The color combination is one of the most important factors when it comes to choosing the best gold nail design for yourself. The color of gold can be used in both light and dark shades, making it a versatile choice that can be worn all year round.
If you have long, thin nails, you can use any combination of colors. But if you have shorter nails, consider using a shade lighter than gold—like white or beige—to add dimension and make them appear longer than they are. This will also keep your design from looking too heavy or clunky on shorter nails.
If you want to wear darker shades of gold on your nails but don't want them looking too overpowering or gaudy, try pairing them with dark neutrals such as black or navy blue instead of lighter colors like white or pastel pink. Those colors will help tone down their intensity while still giving them some pop! Darker shades will also make these colors look richer and more luxurious.
If you plan on wearing gold jewelry with your manicure (or vice versa), try pairing it with another metallic color like silver or bronze to help draw attention away from those pieces and keep things balanced. If not, brown is a great neutral shade that complements all shades of gold effortlessly!
Gold is a warm-toned color that works well with a wide range of hues. Here are some of the colors that go well with gold:

Gold and nude
Gold and pink
Gold and silver
Gold and black
Gold and white

Gold and rose gold
Gold and red
Gold and brown
Gold and green
Gold and blue

Tips for Gold Nail Designs

Don't use dark polish as the base color because it will show through your gold nail polish. Keep your base coat light-colored so it doesn't interfere with the colors in your design; pink is an especially good option because it brings out the reds and oranges in gold tones.

Choose a metallic shade of gold instead of matte or satin finishes if you want your nails to shine. Metallic shades tend to reflect light better than other types of gold and will give off more shine than matte or satin finishes do.

It's tempting to use every single piece of gold on your fingers, but this will make the design look too busy.

Don't go for a gold nail design if you don't want to draw attention to your hands.

The Best Gold Nail Art Ideas

Short Red and Gold Nails Minimal Design | Foil Nails - NB4135
Short Red and Gold Nails Minimal Design | Foil Nails - NB4135

Silver and Red Foils for Rose Gold Nails | Foil Nails - NB4130
Silver and Red Foils for Rose Gold Nails | Foil Nails - NB4130

Long Red Nails Gold Foil Design | Foil Nails - NB4123
Long Red Nails Gold Foil Design | Foil Nails - NB4123

Ballerina Nails Gold Foil Design | Foil Nails - NB4120
Ballerina Nails Gold Foil Design | Foil Nails - NB4120

Elegant Red and Gold Nails | Foil Nails - NB4119
Elegant Red and Gold Nails | Foil Nails - NB4119

Gold Foil Embellishment for Nails | Foil Nails - NB4118
Gold Foil Embellishment for Nails | Foil Nails - NB4118

Blood Red Nails Gold Foil Design | Foil Nails - NB4117
Blood Red Nails Gold Foil Design | Foil Nails - NB4117

Long Red Nails Gold Foil Design | Foil Nails - NB4115
Long Red Nails Gold Foil Design | Foil Nails - NB4115

Red and White Nails Gold Foil Design | Foil Nails - NB4114
Red and White Nails Gold Foil Design | Foil Nails - NB4114

Red and Gold Nails | Foil Nails - NB4113
Red and Gold Nails | Foil Nails - NB4113

Gold Foil Design Short Red Nails | Foil Nails - NB4112
Gold Foil Design Short Red Nails | Foil Nails - NB4112

Rose Gold Chrome Nail Design for Honeymoon | Wedding-NB-D-641
Rose Gold Chrome Nail Design for Honeymoon | Wedding-NB-D-641

Geometric Patterns on Blue and Gold Nails | Foil Nails - NB4104
Geometric Patterns on Blue and Gold Nails | Foil Nails - NB4104

Gold Leaves on Navy Blue Nails | Foil Nails - NB4103
Gold Leaves on Navy Blue Nails | Foil Nails - NB4103

Elegant Blue and Gold Nails Design | Foil Nails - NB4101
Elegant Blue and Gold Nails Design | Foil Nails - NB4101

Navy Blue Nails with Gold Design | Foil Nails - NB4098
Navy Blue Nails with Gold Design | Foil Nails - NB4098

Luxury Navy Blue and Gold Nails | Foil Nails - NB4095
Luxury Navy Blue and Gold Nails | Foil Nails - NB4095

Gold Foil Design on Glossy Pink Nails | Foil Nails - NB4091
Gold Foil Design on Glossy Pink Nails | Foil Nails - NB4091

Gold Foil French Mani | Foil Nails - NB4090
Gold Foil French Mani | Foil Nails - NB4090

Rose Gold and Blue Nails Design | Foil Nail Art - NB4072
Rose Gold and Blue Nails Design | Foil Nail Art - NB4072

Gold and Blue Foil Nails Design | Foil Nail Art - NB4069
Gold and Blue Foil Nails Design | Foil Nail Art - NB4069

X Long Black and Gold Foils Nails | Foil Nail Art - NB4065
X Long Black and Gold Foils Nails | Foil Nail Art - NB4065

Gold and Black Foils Nails Design | Foil Nail Art - NB4058
Gold and Black Foils Nails Design | Foil Nail Art - NB4058

Rose Gold Chrome and Pearl Effect Nails | Classy Nails - NB4041
Rose Gold Chrome and Pearl Effect Nails | Classy Nails - NB4041

Iridescent Pearl and Gold Nails for Spring | Aurora Nails - NB3978
Iridescent Pearl and Gold Nails for Spring | Aurora Nails - NB3978

Iridescent Pearl and Gold Nails | Aurora Nails - NB3977
Iridescent Pearl and Gold Nails | Aurora Nails - NB3977

Bridal Shower Gold Foil Pedicure Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-612
Bridal Shower Gold Foil Pedicure Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-612

Nails with Gold Glitter Design | Classy Nails - NB3818
Nails with Gold Glitter Design | Classy Nails - NB3818

Rose Gold and Beige Nails for New Year | 2024 Nails - NB3781
Rose Gold and Beige Nails for New Year | 2024 Nails - NB3781

Elegant Rose Gold Nails for New Year | 2024 Nails - NB3780
Elegant Rose Gold Nails for New Year | 2024 Nails - NB3780

Luxury New Year
Luxury New Year's Rose Gold and White Nails | 2024 Nails - NB3779

New Year
New Year's Rose Gold and Nude Nails Design | 2024 Nails - NB3778

Rose Gold Chrome Nails for New Year | 2024 Nails - NB3777
Rose Gold Chrome Nails for New Year | 2024 Nails - NB3777

Cute Rose Gold Nails for New Year | 2024 Nails - NB3776
Cute Rose Gold Nails for New Year | 2024 Nails - NB3776

New Year
New Year's Rose Gold and White Nails | 2024 Nails - NB3775

Short Rose Gold Nails for New Year | 2024 Nails - NB3774
Short Rose Gold Nails for New Year | 2024 Nails - NB3774

Rose Gold Nails Design for New Year | 2024 Nails - NB3773
Rose Gold Nails Design for New Year | 2024 Nails - NB3773

2024 Rose Gold Nails | 2024 Nails - NB3772
2024 Rose Gold Nails | 2024 Nails - NB3772

Stylish Chinese New Year
Stylish Chinese New Year's Black and Gold Nails Design | 2024 Nails - NB3731

Elegant Black and Gold Chinese New Year
Elegant Black and Gold Chinese New Year's Nails | 2024 Nails - NB3728

3D White and Gold Chinese New Year
3D White and Gold Chinese New Year's Nail Design | 2024 Nails - NB3726

White and Gold Foil Chinese New Year
White and Gold Foil Chinese New Year's Nails | 2024 Nails - NB3725

Black and Gold 2024 New Year
Black and Gold 2024 New Year's Nail Design | 2024 Nails - NB3711

Short Black and Gold New Year
Short Black and Gold New Year's Nails Simple Design | 2024 Nails - NB3710

2024 Black and Gold Nail Design | 2024 Nails - NB3709
2024 Black and Gold Nail Design | 2024 Nails - NB3709

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