From Red Carpet to Fingertips
Article by Alisha Rimando | Published in 2024
The 2024 awards season was not just a showcase of cinematic excellence and musical talent; it also served as a platform for the emergence of a bold and captivating fashion trend: metal and chains. From the glitz and glamour of the Golden Globes to the high-energy spectacle of the Grammy Awards and the iconic elegance of the Oscars, the red carpet became a runway for celebrities to showcase their innovative interpretations of this trend. As the trend continues to captivate fashion enthusiasts worldwide, it’s only natural for GlossaryLive to explore how it translates into other realms of nail art styling.
At the Golden Globes, Hollywood’s elite dazzled audiences with their avant-garde interpretations of the metallic trend. Gowns adorned in metallic sequins and mesh with intricate metal details set the stage for a night of opulence and glamour. Inspired by these elegant displays, GlossaryLive’s resident nail artist Aigul Fritzke incorporated metallic accents onto soft nude and white nail designs for a more conservative complement to the metallic nod.
The Grammy Awards, known for its celebration of creativity and individuality, provided the perfect backdrop for musicians and performers to push the boundaries of fashion. Artists embraced the metal and chain trend with enthusiasm, incorporating silver metallic looks from head to toe and donning edgy chain ensembles revealing almost all. Taking cues from these daring looks, we experimented with metallic gel polishes and chain accents to create a haute couture design that reflected the fearless spirit of Miley Cyrus at the Grammy Awards.
As the awards season culminated in the prestigious Oscars ceremony, the metal and chain trend reached new heights of sophistication and elegance. Hollywood’s leading ladies graced the red carpet in reflective couture creations to continue the metallic movement. Inspired by the delicate feminine hue of America Ferrera’s sequined gown GlossaryLive created a romantic rosette nail look to compliment the timeless glamour of the Oscars red carpet.
For those looking to incorporate the metal and chain trend into their nail art repertoire, there are countless ways to experiment and express creativity. Consider using metallic nail polishes in shades of gold, silver, and bronze to achieve a luxe, reflective finish. Add dimension and texture with metallic foils, studs, and chains, layering them over gel polish or chrome for a multi-dimensional effect. Experiment with chain accents along the cuticle or tips for a modern twist on classic colors.
Whether you’re channeling the glamour of the Golden Globes, the edgy energy of the Grammy Awards, or the timeless elegance of the Oscars, embracing the metal and chain trend in nail art allows your clients to make a bold statement and express their individual style. So why not take inspiration from the red carpet and let your nail looks steal the spotlight? With a little creativity and a touch of metallic flair, you can elevate your nail services to red carpet-worthy status and shine bright like a Hollywood star.
