Golden Nail Polish

Highlight your nails with gold nail polish, a timeless and elegant color that can transform your everyday look or add a touch of glamor on special occasions.

Ongles en Folie will give you some tips for choosing the right gold nail polish, how to apply this color correctly and how to match your manicure with your outfit.

Choosing the right gold nail polish

For an irresistible effect, it is crucial to find the ideal golden shade that will perfectly match your skin tone and personal style. A wide variety of shades of gold are available on the market, including:

  • Metallic gold: Smooth and shiny, this type of polish gives a luxurious effect reminiscent of gold jewelry. It's perfect for formal events or when you want to attract attention.
  • Glittery Gold: Adding a touch of sparkle to your nails, your fingertips come alive with the reflections of glitter in this type of shimmering polish.
  • Iridescent Gold: If you prefer a more subtle alternative to classic gold, choose an iridescent polish with captivating shifting shades.
  • Holographic Gold: This polish has a multi-dimensional effect with reflections of different colors depending on the angle and light. A bold choice for those who like to experiment.

Also take your skin tone into account to choose the gold that will best complement you: fair skin will look better with paler shades, while dark and dark skin can opt for deeper, richer shades.

Application of gold nail polish

To achieve a flawless golden manicure, follow these essential steps:

  1. Nail Prep: Make sure your hands are clean and well-groomed before applying polish. File your nails to give them the desired shape and gently push back the cuticles.
  2. Transparent base: Apply a colorless base coat to protect your nails and allow better adhesion of the polish.
  3. Application of gold nail polish: Shake the bottle well then apply two thin coats of gold nail polish to each nail, allowing it to dry between each coat to ensure uniform opacity.
  4. Protective top coat: Finish your manicure by applying a layer of clear top coat, which will extend the life of your manicure and preserve its shine.

Choose the brush that suits you best to facilitate the application of varnish and avoid brush marks:

  • Fine Brush: Ideal for applying fine details, such as precise patterns or fine lines.
  • Wide Brush: Save time by quickly covering the nail surface with this type of brush.

Tips for a successful application

Here are some tips for mastering the art of applying gold nail polish:

  1. Use tape or stencils to create geometric or striking designs on your nails with several shades of gold.
  2. Opt for a gradient made using a sponge, which will give an ombre effect between two shades of gold or between a gold and another color.
  3. Give free rein to your creativity with personalized nail art: add rhinestones, loose glitter, or even dare to have a scale-shaped manicure using hexagonal glitter.

Combine your golden manicure with your look

Gold nail polish can match almost any outfit, whether used alone or combined with other colors. Here are some suggestions for matching your gold nails with your clothing style:

  • The Little Black Dress (LBD): Timeless and elegant, a gold manicure can enhance any black dress while adding a touch of luxury.
  • Solid Colors: Neutral shades like white, beige or gray can be transformed with a gold manicure that will instantly add glamour.
  • Floral Patterns: Gold also pairs well with floral prints, giving a bohemian-chic look when paired with pastel or warm colors.
  • Black and gold: For a timeless and sophisticated duo, nothing beats these two colors combined. Choose a predominantly black outfit with gold details and extend this harmony to your nails.

In short, gold nail polish can transform your look depending on how you apply it and coordinate it with your outfit. So dare to use glitter and shimmering reflections to give your hands a boost!