Velvet glass nails are the manicure that has captured everyone’s attention this season. This nail style combines an ultra-glossy top coat with the captivating effect of velvet nails, which are created with a metallic cat-eye gel polish.
Celebrity nail artist Sarah Chue says, “You use a magnet to move the magnet particles in the gel to create the ‘glass’-like pattern you desire after applying the cat-eye gel and before curing.” “You accomplish this by bringing the magnet close to the nail’s sides and scrubbing it up and down the side walls and/or nail tip.”
The versatility of velvet glass nails is one of their best features she continues. Perhaps you want a French showcasing velvet glass tips in aubergine, or perhaps you want a deep cranberry color. Chue continues, “You can even do a translucent chrome over the cat eye to really transform the entire look.”
“You never know what you’re going to get until you do it, but that’s part of the fun,” she says. Matte your cat-eye which gives you a sleek, stylish background to work with, is another entertaining method. You can even add some texture such as 3D art, to finish.
01 of 09 Velvet Forest
A deep green color is perfect for all of the upcoming holidays because it’s ride-or-die throughout the winter. You won’t be able to take your eyes off your hands once you add the shimmering velvet-glass effect.
02 of 09 Astral Velvet
This velvet glass manicure gives us a stylish galactic vibe. The tone is set by a base that is neither quite blue nor green, and metallic shimmer adds an otherworldly quality.
03 of 09 crimson glasses
We adore red nails for the holidays, and this look is elevated when velvet glass is added. Request a double top coat for ultra-shine.
Beige Glass, 04 of 09
Who says a neutral has to be dull? Give your beige nail polish a metallic cat-eye effect to upgrade it, and just to be safe, add a glossy top coat. The light will be captured in the most beautiful way.
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05 of 09 Solar Flare
Consider adding multiple colors to your velvet glass manicure if you’re in the mood for more color. This one uses pink orange purple, and gold hues to create the appearance of a solar flare.
Blush Velveteen, 06 of 09
Additionally, a gentle shade of pink is ideal for this nail style. No matter where you go, it draws attention despite being delicate and charming.
07 of 09 Tonal Green
Maybe because of Wicked, this shade of green is currently in style. Make the velvet glass nail effect and cover it with a dark green French tip for a surprising twist.
08 of 09 Ice Blue
One of our favorite hues for the winter is blue; it’s a vibrant hue that looks great against a wintry background Depending on how the light strikes it, this manicure alternates between light and dark blue.
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09 of 09 Chocolate Velvet
Chocolate brown is one of the hottest hues of the season, appearing in everything from column skirts to jackets. The tiny rosettes here add a playful touch, and it also works well for a luxurious manicure.
