15 August Chrome Nail Designs With Aura Art, Animal Prints, and More

• Chrome nails are currently one of the most popular nail art trends, and in August they’re getting a seasonal makeover.
• As the end of summer approaches, tropical and citrus manicures can be made edgier with a high-shine finish.

By the time August rolls around, there is an instinctive urge to switch things up before summer ends, especially when it comes to your nails. It’s the last hurrah of all things citrusy and tropical, and remixing these styles with chrome ensures they stay just as fun.

This month, the trending maniures range from soft aura effects and playful French tips in unexpected shapes and colors to eccentric animal prints and seashell designs that feel straight out of a beach vacation. It’s also the perfect time to try something bold as you enter a new season. Even a small detail, like a metallic accent or subtle ombré, can make your chrome nails feel new again.

You don’t need to go full mirror-finish to make a statement, but if that’s your thing, now’s the time. Ahead, we’ve rounded up 15 of the most creative chrome nail ideas to bring to your next appointment.

Ombré Obsessed

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These glazed donut nails are given some edge with the combination of a white to pink ombré base and bold metallic silver nail art. Double the chrome for double the fun.

Tiger Stripes

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Can’t get enough of animal print this season? Try out a tiger-inspired French tip for your next manicure.

Major Aura

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Silver and pink might just be the duo you need this season to make this vibrant hue feel right at home this season.

Seashells

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This glittering seashell chrome set looks straight out of our aquamarine fantasy. The textured effect and iridescent glow makes it that much more dreamy.

Rainbow

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If you can’t settle on just one shade this month, there’s pink, green, blue, gold and more under this chrome rainbow manicure.

Ice Princess

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Blue has been such a hit this summer across manicures, and if you want to dial up the hue, opt for a sweet baby blue with a chrome finish.

Metallic Shorts

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Chrome on short nails just hits different. It’s such a fun way to ensure your nails look cool with just a bit of silver and gold drips.

Textured Manicure

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Go all in on textured nail art that makes your nails look that much more intricate and unique. This set uses subtle lines that mimic flower petals.

Y2K

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With a high-shine white and pink French tip, this set belongs in the set of a TRL shoot. The addition of pearls and silver lines just adds to the nostalgic vibe.

Dark Red

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Red nails are always a good idea, and if you want your set to feel brand new, go for a dark red and chrome mix.

Blue Orbs

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All silver chrome is cool, but why not add a pop of color courtesy of these futuristic-looking blue orbs?

Coral Shades

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Coral was one of this season’s standout hues that made a splash. Add a wash of coral on one nail and mix in silver chrome on the others for a look that is perfectly contrasted.

Gold French Tip

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This gold set is made with an untraditional take on the classic French tip that takes the chrome finish to the next level.

Glittering Fairies

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Take a green French tip and add some pink chrome swirls for a set that feels nothing short of magical.