Chrome Nails are Spring's Cool-Girl Manicure Trend for 2023

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, and mirror chrome nails are the season's hottest —and shiniest—manicure trend. Partially inspired by the viral , the ultra-glossy mirror-like look is everywhere, with everyone from to rocking variations on the high-shine aesthetic. “Chrome had a major moment in 2017 and 2018—a lot of nail techs have joked that we’ve had to ‘blow the dust off’ our chrome powders now that they are back in such a major way,"  , nail artist and owner at New Haven's , tells Glamour.

As for the trend's recent resurgence? It can be attributed to a few things, she says" “’s ‘glazed donut nail’ trend is a subtle way to elevate a classic nude mani, tons of designers had chrome and metallic nails on the , and celebrities of all gender identities have been rocking chrome nails in the past few years.Nail artist also points to that Hailey Bieber mani as prime inspiration. “This ‘it’ moment for Chrome Manicure was when Hailey Bieber shared her signature manicure last summer on social media," she recalls. “Immediately after, it became most asked manicure until today.

My social media post with this manicure reached more than 10 million accounts.”This content can also be viewed on the site it from.It also doesn't hurt that chrome pairs so well with . “Chrome is popular due to the fashion trends currently," says San Diego nail artist , pointing to the “, early ‘00s” chunky metal aesthetic in particular, though several new takes on the trend similarly compliment the aesthetic.

But the best—and most convenient—part of chrome nails? Chrome tends to keep appointments shorter in length and less expensive, according to Proulx. “This is great for my busy clients or clients who are budgeting more now due to inflation, and chrome powders offer a big impact design.