Some prefer bold nail polish colors and others prefer to stick with understated colors. For those of you who lean towards the more demure end of the color spectrum, an easy way to spice things up is to change the finish of the polish. With cat eye nail polish, matte top coats, or even a chrome finish, adding texture to your manicure creates an extraordinary upgrade. With neutral shades such as milky pink, beige, or brown, the latter augments the look. Nail technician and Nailing Hollywood CEO Mazz Hanna shares, “Brown chrome works beautifully with both long and short nail shapes.” Also adds, “It’s a gorgeous, rich, sophisticated look.” Not to mention, unlike most silver chrome manicures, brown chrome is warmer which makes it ideal in the sun or any occasion you could possibly think of.
Needless to say, every variation of brown chrome nails is stunning. With tips from Hanna and nail artist Sigourney Nuñez, discover more than twelve designs of brown chrome nails that you can easily recreate at your next salon visit or for DIY lovers, at home!
Here 20 designs of Brown Chrome Nail
Brown Chrome Nails
Starting things off, we have bold brown chrome finger nails. Depending on the methods you use, it can be a true mirror finish or a very fine glitter effect reminiscent of velvet. The most efficient way to achieve a brown chrome manicure according to Hanna is to begin with a brown shade gel base. After curing, use a foam eyeshadow applicator to rub brown chrome powder onto each nail. Seal it in and cure with top coat to cement the look.
3D Bronze Swirl Tips
French tip nails have always been in fashion. To give it a warm update, Hanna says to opt for brown chrome tips. For some added flair, try putting on some building gel to really make the tips pop in 3D like the design above.
Brown Chrome Skittle Nails
For those who do not want to fully commit to a brown chrome manicure, suggest accented brown chrome details with paired nude polishes. The example above shows how ashy neutral tones can complement polished shampoo beige brown shades.
Nails of Reddish Brown Chrome Color
Recall that the term chrome in the nails world is trendy. The term is often used to describe shimmery or pearlescent finishes on nails,” states Sigourney Nuñez, a nail artist. This has led to an increase in unique finish toppers. So, if you would like a velvet, cat-eye, or ultra-shimmer glitter polish, you can achieve a ‘chrome’ look at home. An example would be the reddish brown chrome mani that is shown above.
Brown Abstract Glitter Swirl Nails
With the aid of a fine-lining nail art brush, even the minimalist shimmery wave design can turn heads. This is one of the best examples of a DIY project that anyone could easily do on their own.
Holographic Gold Nails
This brown chrome nails design seems to dwell in the intersection of black, green, and gold. Year-round interest is added by its compelling nature. If you desire a striking statement manicure, consider this shade.
Iridescent Brown Cat Eye Nails
Check out this other brown chrome nail look! The rich dark brown manicure with a cat-eye polish that shifts from brown to mint and even burgundy, is stunning. One of the best features of cat eye nail polish is that it has a very complex look to it, but is quite simple in reality. This style can be replicated at home with magnet nail polish and a magnet.
Soft Brown Velvet Nails
Do you prefer lighter shades? If so, this soft brown velvet nail design is sure to dazzle you. You can easily achieve this look by using magnetic polish of the same color.
Gold Chrome Cartoon Nails
Gold falls within the brown color family, therefore this 24-karat mani is a must! It features black outlines and accents which give it a cartoonish vibe. Of course, the gold chrome looks stunning all on its own.
Chocolate Marble Chrome Nails
Not sure which color to go for? Try out marbled brown chrome nails. The look can be achieved with water marbling or by painting dots of color on each nail and swirling them with a fine-lining nail art brush.
Burgundy-Brown Holographic Shimmer
With light, this polish shifts from burgundy to brown, while ultra-fine glitter gives it a chromatic shimmer finish. It looks decadent, no? This manicure would suit elevated occasions perfectly.
Espresso Velvet Chrome Nails
Moving on, this velvet chrome espresso look shifts from dark chocolate to amber hues which are rich and sweet. While it is a gorgeous polish on all nail lengths, longer tips look especially stunning as they offer more space to sparkle in gilded glory.
Magnetic Brown Velvet Nails
This brown chrome nail look gains a textured appeal from the way it’s magnetized. Wear it as a fun version of neutral polish, or go all out with a mani full of sparkle and shine. It’s best with short oval shapes.
Abstract Lines
This ultra chic mani combines brown cat eye nail polish with silver chrome accents. The texture is striking from every angle, and the same goes for the silver chrome accent which looks like abstract art.
Glitter Nails with Multichrome Brownish-Green
This brownish-green multichrome manicure gives the impression of being a neutral shade. The polish can be green or brown based on the angle. To make your nails perfect and polished, clean the edges using an angled brush and some acetone.
Ombre Star Nails with Gold Chrome
If you wish to tone down the gold chrome, try this dip-dye design with an ombré effect. The white stars add a magical touch to the look. For the best results, use a top coat for high-gloss shine.
Almond-Shaped Nails in Brown Chrome
You need to look at these holographic brown chrome almond-shaped nails closely. While many shade-shifting chrome nails are some form of velvet polish, you can recreate these with a multicolor chrome powder atop a mahogany base. Remember, for the best results, use cuticle oil and top coat to maintain shine.
Star Nails with Sandy Brown Velvet Chrome
The sandy brown velvet chrome mani with star inversion certainly got our attention. Let’s be honest, detailed work like this is best left to a professional. As always, use this photo as inspiration for your next appointment.
Silver and Gold Chrome Wave Nails
For metallic lovers, it doesn’t have to be exclusively brown and gold chrome. Here’s an example of a retro layered metallic wave manicure that truly stands out. Furthermore, gold and copper can be considered relatives of brown, right?
Rootbeer
If you’re into dark and vampy styles, this root beer version will surely captivate you. It’s understated and elegant but the shimmer gives it a certain zest. This also applies to the chic short square shape—stylish yet unassuming.
