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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 Lace Design for Almond Nails | Rose Gold Nail Art- NB7800
Rose Gold Lace Design for Almond Nails | Rose Gold Nail Art- NB7800

Rose Gold Nails Design for Birthday | Birthday Nails - NB5134
Rose Gold Nails Design for Birthday | Birthday Nails - NB5134

Orange and Rose Gold Shimmer nails with Heart Design for Bridesmaid| Wedding-NB-D-556
Orange and Rose Gold Shimmer nails with Heart Design for Bridesmaid| Wedding-NB-D-556

Rose Gold Design Nails with Gingerbread
Rose Gold Design Nails with Gingerbread

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Holographic Rose Gold Gothic Almond Nails | Rose Gold Nail Art- NB7814
Holographic Rose Gold Gothic Almond Nails | Rose Gold Nail Art- NB7814

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

Olive Leaves Glossy Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1603
Olive Leaves Glossy Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1603

Rose Gold Ombre Accent Nails | Rose Gold Nail Art- NB7852
Rose Gold Ombre Accent Nails | Rose Gold Nail Art- NB7852

What Are the Most Popular Nail Designs With Gold?

Long Gold Nails

Chrome Nails Floral Design | Classy Luxury Nails- NB7724
Chrome Nails Floral Design | Classy Luxury Nails- NB7724

Black Nails Gold Foliage Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB2958
Black Nails Gold Foliage Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB2958

Rose Gold Nails Design for Birthday | Birthday Nails - NB5134
Rose Gold Nails Design for Birthday | Birthday Nails - NB5134

Black and Gold Leopard Print Shimmer Nail Art | Animal Print Nails - NB4316
Black and Gold Leopard Print Shimmer Nail Art | Animal Print Nails - NB4316

Santa Claus and Wrapped Presents Glitter Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1325
Santa Claus and Wrapped Presents Glitter Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1325

Luxury Pink Nails with Chrome Tips | Foil Nails - NB4088
Luxury Pink Nails with Chrome Tips | Foil Nails - NB4088

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

Traditional Design Chinese New Year's Nails | 2024 Nails - NB3723
Traditional Design Chinese New Year's Nails | 2024 Nails - NB3723

Short Gold Nails

Nails Foil Cross Design | Nails with a Cross - NB6572
Nails Foil Cross Design | Nails with a Cross - NB6572

Animals-inspired Ojibwe Nails | Tribal - NB845
Animals-inspired Ojibwe Nails | Tribal - NB845

Glitter Design Square Nails and Heart Accent | Luxury Valentine Nails- NB7423
Glitter Design Square Nails and Heart Accent | Luxury Valentine Nails- NB7423

Nails with Black Foil Design | Foil Nail Art - NB4057
Nails with Black Foil Design | Foil Nail Art - NB4057

Dalmatian Print Manicure and Pedicure Design with Gold Foil | Animal Print Nails - NB2009
Dalmatian Print Manicure and Pedicure Design with Gold Foil | Animal Print Nails - NB2009

Nails Design with Rose Gold Foil | Foil Nails - NB4145
Nails Design with Rose Gold Foil | Foil Nails - NB4145

Rose Gold French Nails with Maple Leaves | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1531
Rose Gold French Nails with Maple Leaves | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1531

Chrome Nails for Birthday | Birthday Nails - NB5155
Chrome Nails for Birthday | Birthday Nails - NB5155

Gold Toenails Designs

Boho Wedding Embellished Gold Foil Nail Design|Wedding-NB-D-487
Boho Wedding Embellished Gold Foil Nail Design|Wedding-NB-D-487

Gold Nails with Dalmatian Print Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2011
Gold Nails with Dalmatian Print Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2011

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

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 | Halloween - NB880
Glitter Nails | Halloween - NB880

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 Easter Bunny Nails | Easter Glitter Nails- NB8054
Short Easter Bunny Nails | Easter Glitter Nails- NB8054

Chrome Nails Floral Design | Classy Luxury Nails- NB7724
Chrome Nails Floral Design | Classy Luxury Nails- NB7724

Bunny Design for Luxury Glitter Nails | Bunny Nails- NB7696
Bunny Design for Luxury Glitter Nails | Bunny Nails- NB7696

Bunny Nail Design for Bling Style | Bunny Nails- NB7673
Bunny Nail Design for Bling Style | Bunny Nails- NB7673

Panda Nails 3D Design | Panda Nails- NB7591
Panda Nails 3D Design | Panda Nails- NB7591

Panda for Short Glitter French Nails | Panda Nails- NB7579
Panda for Short Glitter French Nails | Panda Nails- NB7579

Glitter Design for Panda and Bamboo Nails | Panda Nails- NB7572
Glitter Design for Panda and Bamboo Nails | Panda Nails- NB7572

Embellished Nails with a Silhouette Dog | Dog Nail Designs- NB7533
Embellished Nails with a Silhouette Dog | Dog Nail Designs- NB7533

Luxury Glitter French Nails for Valentine | French Valentine Nails- NB7488
Luxury Glitter French Nails for Valentine | French Valentine Nails- NB7488

Lovely Short Nails with Glitter Design | Luxury Valentine Nails- NB7440
Lovely Short Nails with Glitter Design | Luxury Valentine Nails- NB7440

Long Square Nails with Hearts | Luxury Valentine Nails- NB7438
Long Square Nails with Hearts | Luxury Valentine Nails- NB7438

Luxury Chrome Nails with Dainty Pink Hearts | Luxury Valentine Nails- NB7436
Luxury Chrome Nails with Dainty Pink Hearts | Luxury Valentine Nails- NB7436

Red Bling Heart for Chrome Nails | Luxury Valentine Nails- NB7435
Red Bling Heart for Chrome Nails | Luxury Valentine Nails- NB7435

Luxury Nails Chrome and Glitter Design | Luxury Valentine Nails- NB7427
Luxury Nails Chrome and Glitter Design | Luxury Valentine Nails- NB7427

Glitter Design Square Nails and Heart Accent | Luxury Valentine Nails- NB7423
Glitter Design Square Nails and Heart Accent | Luxury Valentine Nails- NB7423

Glitter and Confetti Nails Design for Valentine | Glitter Valentine
Glitter and Confetti Nails Design for Valentine | Glitter Valentine's Nails - NB7308

Royal Black Cat Nails Design | Black Cat Nails - NB7122
Royal Black Cat Nails Design | Black Cat Nails - NB7122

Star Accent for Birthday Champagne Nails Design | 30th Birthday Nails - NB6900
Star Accent for Birthday Champagne Nails Design | 30th Birthday Nails - NB6900

Nails Foil Cross Design | Nails with a Cross - NB6572
Nails Foil Cross Design | Nails with a Cross - NB6572

Glitter Turkey Feather Nails Design | Thanksgiving Turkey Nails - NB6347
Glitter Turkey Feather Nails Design | Thanksgiving Turkey Nails - NB6347

Color Blocking Nails Turkey Design | Thanksgiving Turkey Nails - NB6342
Color Blocking Nails Turkey Design | Thanksgiving Turkey Nails - NB6342

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

Luxury Thanksgiving Wheat Nails | Thanksgiving Wheat Nails - NB6283
Luxury Thanksgiving Wheat Nails | Thanksgiving Wheat Nails - NB6283

Pumpkin Accent for Short Matte Nails | Thanksgiving Pumpkin Nails - NB6217
Pumpkin Accent for Short Matte Nails | Thanksgiving Pumpkin Nails - NB6217

3D Pumpkin for Fall Embellished Nails | Thanksgiving Pumpkin Nails - NB6213
3D Pumpkin for Fall Embellished Nails | Thanksgiving Pumpkin Nails - NB6213

Crystal Cranberry Nails Design | Thanksgiving Cranberry Nails - NB6190
Crystal Cranberry Nails Design | Thanksgiving Cranberry Nails - NB6190

Embellished Nails Cranberry Design | Thanksgiving Cranberry Nails - NB6189
Embellished Nails Cranberry Design | Thanksgiving Cranberry Nails - NB6189

Luxury Nails with Glitter and Line Art Design | Classy Birthday Nails - NB6171
Luxury Nails with Glitter and Line Art Design | Classy Birthday Nails - NB6171

Neutral Nails with Chrome Mummy Design | Halloween Mummy Nails - NB5826
Neutral Nails with Chrome Mummy Design | Halloween Mummy Nails - NB5826

Elegant Halloween Nails with Mummy Design | Halloween Mummy Nails - NB5825
Elegant Halloween Nails with Mummy Design | Halloween Mummy Nails - NB5825

Leopard Print and Heart Nails Design for Autumn | Fall Nails - NB5741
Leopard Print and Heart Nails Design for Autumn | Fall Nails - NB5741

Simple Ochre Glitter Fall Wedding Nails | Fall Nails - NB5700
Simple Ochre Glitter Fall Wedding Nails | Fall Nails - NB5700

3D Flowers Fall Wedding Nails Foil Design | Fall Nails - NB5697
3D Flowers Fall Wedding Nails Foil Design | Fall Nails - NB5697

Nature-inspired Fall Wedding Nails Design | Fall Nails - NB5682
Nature-inspired Fall Wedding Nails Design | Fall Nails - NB5682

Long Square-shaped Nails for Fall Wedding | Fall Nails - NB5664
Long Square-shaped Nails for Fall Wedding | Fall Nails - NB5664

Abstract Pattern Oval Nails with Swirling Colors | Abstract Nails - NB5501
Abstract Pattern Oval Nails with Swirling Colors | Abstract Nails - NB5501

Bling Birthday Nails with Crystal Design | Birthday Nails - NB5468
Bling Birthday Nails with Crystal Design | Birthday Nails - NB5468

Chrome Stiletto Nails Rose Design | Chrome Nails - NB5302
Chrome Stiletto Nails Rose Design | Chrome Nails - NB5302

3D Sunflower Nail Design for Wedding | Sunflower Nails - NB5283
3D Sunflower Nail Design for Wedding | Sunflower Nails - NB5283

3D Sunflowers for Wedding Nails Design | Sunflower Nails - NB5279
3D Sunflowers for Wedding Nails Design | Sunflower Nails - NB5279

Galaxy Glitter Nails Design | Galaxy Nails - NB5216
Galaxy Glitter Nails Design | Galaxy Nails - NB5216

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

21st Glitter Birthday Nails | Birthday Nails - NB5193
21st Glitter Birthday Nails | Birthday Nails - NB5193

16th Birthday Bling Nails | Birthday Nails - NB5183
16th Birthday Bling Nails | Birthday Nails - NB5183

Chrome Nails for Birthday | Birthday Nails - NB5155
Chrome Nails for Birthday | Birthday Nails - NB5155

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