If you look back in time, every decade has been dominated by one core manicure. In the early 2000s, the classic white-tipped french manicure [3] reigned supreme; in the 2010s, it was everything holographic and mirrored. Now, in the 2020s, we're seeing a fusion of those two trends with the chrome french manicure.
In general, chrome nails [4] have been trending for 2022. The reflective nail polish colour has graced the fingertips of stars like Zendaya [5], Dua Lipa [6], Halle Bailey, and even Joe Jonas [7]. The chrome french simply combines two viral nail looks into one manicure for a super on-trend, Instagram-worthy look.
In case you needed further proof of chrome french manicures's prominence, allow us to point your attention to the day Megan Fox's said "yes" to fiancé Machine Gun Kelly. For the occasion, she had on a silver chrome french engagement manicure [8], courtesy of her go-to nail artist, Brittney Boyce [9]. In addition to Fox, celebrities such as Lizzo [10], Dove Cameron [11], Anya-Taylor Joy [12], Kylie Jenner [13], and Beyoncé [14] have given the nail-art trend [15] their stamp of approval.
This nail look can be done with a variety of colours — you're not just limited to the standard silver and gold hues — and combined with other nail-art trends, too. This summer, great ready to see chrome french manicures everywhere as more people hop on board the trend. For inspiration to take with you to the nail salon, keep scrolling.