Holographic Nails Are the Perfect New Year's Eve Manicure Idea

<p>Nudes and muted shade nail polish? We don't think so. Not tonight at least — it's New Year's Eve, the most fun and celebratory holiday we have, and your New Year's nails should reflect that over-the-top energy. So if you're looking for some metallic polish that will shine brighter than the Waterford crystal-encrusted <a href="https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/holidays/g25587585/times-square-ball-drop/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:ball that drops in Times Square" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">ball that drops in Times Square</a>, you've come to the right place. We have rounded up the boldest, brightest, and shiniest <a href="https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/beauty/nails/g29008877/best-winter-nail-colors/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:nail polish shades" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">nail polish shades</a> for you to wear while ringing in 2021.</p><p>From holographic colors to cheetah print, these nail colors and designs are sure to make you the life of your <a href="https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/holidays/g25645755/new-years-eve-party-ideas/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:New Year's Eve party" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">New Year's Eve party</a> — <a href="https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/holidays/g34704057/quarantine-new-years-eve-ideas/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:even if it's a virtual party" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">even if it's a virtual party</a>. Oh, and the best part? They'll all look great holding a flute of champagne. </p>
<p>This manicure is bright, bold and fun — just like your new year will (hopefully) be.</p><p><strong>RELATED</strong>: <a href="https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/beauty/nails/g29831822/best-red-nail-polish-colors/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:13 Red Nail Polish Colors That Are Perfectly Festive for the Holiday Season" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">13 Red Nail Polish Colors That Are Perfectly Festive for the Holiday Season</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CECj5tPh5XD/&hidecaption=true" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:See the original post on Instagram" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">See the original post on Instagram</a></p>
<p>If you want a design that will definiely make you happy going into 2021, go with a different color on each nail to create a rainbow look. </p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CCWw5vfjUrD/&hidecaption=true" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:See the original post on Instagram" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">See the original post on Instagram</a></p>
<p>Choose one color, then add some nail tape to get clean lines for this manicure.</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BYoc_GphuKj/&hidecaption=true" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:See the original post on Instagram" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">See the original post on Instagram</a></p>
<p>These 1920's-inspired art deco nails are timeless!</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/B6wjh32gqyr/&hidecaption=true" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:See the original post on Instagram" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">See the original post on Instagram</a></p>
<p>A simple swirl of gold foil over any color of your choice is an easy way to up the wow factor. </p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CGbZ_qfgruk/&hidecaption=true" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:See the original post on Instagram" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">See the original post on Instagram</a></p>
<p>To make your glitter polish look modern and mature, apply it in this abstract, blotted pattern. </p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CHyiO0qjsBJ/&hidecaption=true" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:See the original post on Instagram" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">See the original post on Instagram</a></p>
<p>This manicure will be all the more impressive if you can actually stay up until midnight. Try nail stickers to get an even, consistent moon shape on every nail.</p><p><a class="link rapid-noclick-resp" href="https://www.amazon.com/Metallic-Adhesive-Waterproof-Fingernails-Decoration/dp/B07VK5KTQ6/?tag=syn-yahoo-20&ascsubtag=%5Bartid%7C10055.g.29799716%5Bsrc%7Cyahoo-us" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:SHOP NAIL STICKERS">SHOP NAIL STICKERS</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BpPwH6GA_RE/&hidecaption=true" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:See the original post on Instagram" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">See the original post on Instagram</a></p>
<p>Shiny and fun, this holographic nail polish just screams <em>NYE</em> to us.</p><p><a class="link rapid-noclick-resp" href="https://www.amazon.com/Holographic-Glitter-Gorgeous-Pigment-Diamond/dp/B088K9GKW6?tag=syn-yahoo-20&ascsubtag=%5Bartid%7C10055.g.29799716%5Bsrc%7Cyahoo-us" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:SHOP HOLOGRAPHIC NAIL POLISH">SHOP HOLOGRAPHIC NAIL POLISH</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CHVsQibj6it/&hidecaption=true" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:See the original post on Instagram" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">See the original post on Instagram</a></p>
<p>Pick two nails to do in glitter to complement a bold shade that's on the others. </p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/Bmb1TyzFPWN/&hidecaption=true" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:See the original post on Instagram" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">See the original post on Instagram</a></p>
<p>Shiny and metallic, you'll fit right in with the New Year Eve's party decor.</p><p><a class="link rapid-noclick-resp" href="https://www.amazon.com/Plating-Metallic-Pigment-Manicure-Champagne/dp/B07RY5TGQD/?tag=syn-yahoo-20&ascsubtag=%5Bartid%7C10055.g.29799716%5Bsrc%7Cyahoo-us" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:SHOP CHROME NAIL POLISH">SHOP CHROME NAIL POLISH</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/B3yq-7HimC_/&hidecaption=true" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:See the original post on Instagram" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">See the original post on Instagram</a></p>
<p>Nails deserve accessories, too. Adding tiny studs or gems in a polka dot pattern is a simple way to elevate any manicure.</p><p><a class="link rapid-noclick-resp" href="https://www.amazon.com/Supplies-Charms-Triangle-Decorations-Accessories/dp/B07SBDCCXY/?tag=syn-yahoo-20&ascsubtag=%5Bartid%7C10055.g.29799716%5Bsrc%7Cyahoo-us" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:SHOP NAIL STUDS">SHOP NAIL STUDS </a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BtJ21ijl0lB/&hidecaption=true" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:See the original post on Instagram" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">See the original post on Instagram</a></p>
<p>Hey, we've embraced the cheetah print renaissance in all other aspects of fashion, why not nails too? </p><p><a class="link rapid-noclick-resp" href="https://www.amazon.com/Transfer-Stickers-Transfers-Fingernails-Decorations/dp/B07VZX5TXN/?tag=syn-yahoo-20&ascsubtag=%5Bartid%7C10055.g.29799716%5Bsrc%7Cyahoo-us" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:SHOP CHEETAH NAILS">SHOP CHEETAH NAILS</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/B2UowVNhhUX/&hidecaption=true" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:See the original post on Instagram" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">See the original post on Instagram</a></p>
<p> This golden-tipped French manicure may be the most subtle way to show off your sparkle.</p><p><a class="link rapid-noclick-resp" href="https://www.amazon.com/OPI-Nail-Lacquer-Glitzerland-0-5/dp/B004222082/?tag=syn-yahoo-20&ascsubtag=%5Bartid%7C10055.g.29799716%5Bsrc%7Cyahoo-us" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:SHOP GOLD NAIL POLISH">SHOP GOLD NAIL POLISH</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/B3NFZB4F2mQ/&hidecaption=true" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:See the original post on Instagram" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">See the original post on Instagram</a></p>
<p>Another take on the holographic trend, these not quite see-through, millennial pink nails are a great way to do glitter.</p><p><a class="link rapid-noclick-resp" href="https://www.amazon.com/ILNP-Daydreamer-Flamingo-Holographic-Metallic/dp/B072MBMFXR/?tag=syn-yahoo-20&ascsubtag=%5Bartid%7C10055.g.29799716%5Bsrc%7Cyahoo-us" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:SHOP PINK HOLOGRAPHIC NAIL POLISH">SHOP PINK HOLOGRAPHIC NAIL POLISH</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/B42u3MZHOWn/&hidecaption=true" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:See the original post on Instagram" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">See the original post on Instagram</a></p>
<p>Golden moon and star nail stickers look simply bewitching against a navy blue base. After all, it is Capricorn season!</p><p><a class="link rapid-noclick-resp" href="https://www.amazon.com/Lookathot-Stickers-Metallic-Rhinestones-Decoration/dp/B07CHYLC7T/?tag=syn-yahoo-20&ascsubtag=%5Bartid%7C10055.g.29799716%5Bsrc%7Cyahoo-us" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:SHOP MOON AND STAR NAIL STICKERS">SHOP MOON AND STAR NAIL STICKERS</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/B32Lu_5HhxD/&&hidecaption=true" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:See the original post on Instagram" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">See the original post on Instagram</a></p>
<p>Yes, they're over the top — but isn't that what New Year's is all about? A clear, press-on nail base will really give your crystals room to shine.</p><p><a class="link rapid-noclick-resp" href="https://www.amazon.com/Rhinestones-Multi-Shape-Rhinestone-Flatback-Crystals/dp/B07NKZHJY2/?tag=syn-yahoo-20&ascsubtag=%5Bartid%7C10055.g.29799716%5Bsrc%7Cyahoo-us" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:SHOP NAIL CRYSTALS">SHOP NAIL CRYSTALS </a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/B4yO7pwHhqE/&hidecaption=true" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:See the original post on Instagram" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">See the original post on Instagram</a></p>
<p>The lime green color lining on the tip of these nails adds a fun and unexpected twist.</p><p><a class="link rapid-noclick-resp" href="https://www.amazon.com/Makartt-Acrylic-Brush-Builder-Painting/dp/B00XMSUP7K/?tag=syn-yahoo-20&ascsubtag=%5Bartid%7C10055.g.29799716%5Bsrc%7Cyahoo-us" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:SHOP NAIL BRUSHES">SHOP NAIL BRUSHES</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/B4SP_WwgWZO/&hidecaption=true" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:See the original post on Instagram" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">See the original post on Instagram</a></p>
<p>Not for beginners, a pastel ombre like this one looks simply stunning (if you can pull it off).</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/B4zUrD0ALxd/&hidecaption=true" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:See the original post on Instagram" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">See the original post on Instagram</a></p>
<p>We can't promise that these dreamy nails will give you nothing but clear blue skies in 2021, but you can try.</p><p><a class="link rapid-noclick-resp" href="https://www.amazon.com/Whats-Up-Nails-Clouds-Stencils/dp/B01N13TITX/?tag=syn-yahoo-20&ascsubtag=%5Bartid%7C10055.g.29799716%5Bsrc%7Cyahoo-us" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:SHOP CLOUD NAIL STENCILS">SHOP CLOUD NAIL STENCILS </a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/B4kXCKNl73u/&hidecaption=true" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:See the original post on Instagram" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">See the original post on Instagram</a></p>
<p>Nothing says New Year's like sparkling glitter and shiny chrome, and these nails have both.</p><p><a class="link rapid-noclick-resp" href="https://www.amazon.com/ZOYA-Polish-Cosmo-Magical-Pixiedust/dp/B00IVO9KKS/?tag=syn-yahoo-20&ascsubtag=%5Bartid%7C10055.g.29799716%5Bsrc%7Cyahoo-us" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:SHOP GLITTER NAIL POLISH">SHOP GLITTER NAIL POLISH</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/B40G6GaiVe9/&hidecaption=true" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:See the original post on Instagram" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">See the original post on Instagram</a></p>

New year, new nails.

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