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30 Daring Nail Designs

From Metal-Infused Manicures to Couture Claws, These Beauty Looks are Bold

— June 27, 2012 — Fashion
From the world’s recently popularized press-on nail polish obsession to an over-the-top manicure aesthetic, these daring nail designs are sure to get one noticed. Whether gaining positive attention for one’s couture claws or shocking one’s peers, these fierce and fearless nails make for an exciting style statement.

Whether sporting gun-applique manicures, showing off spiked nail sets or following in troubled starlet Lindsey Lohan’s profanely manicured footsteps, these clever, chic and often garish designs exude a vibrant sense of youth and fun.

These daring nail designs are not only worn as an expression of one’s personal style but are also often put on display for novelty-based reasons. From art gallery-inspired nails and meaty manicures to nail art advertising, these bold finger ornaments are a surefire way to get a slew of attention.
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Gothic-Embroidered Manicures
Gothic-Embroidered Manicures
Lucian Matis Fall 2012 Collection Showcases Fake Lace Nails
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Obsessive Boyfriend Manicures
Obsessive Boyfriend Manicures
Katy Perry Wears Russell Brand's Face All Over Her Nails
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Claw-Inspired Designer Manicures
Claw-Inspired Designer Manicures
The Ruffian & MAC Nails are Frisky
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Metal-Infused Manicure Art
Metal-Infused Manicure Art
These H+H Ornamented Nail Designs are Inspired by Nature
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Cat-Like Claws
Cat-Like Claws
Nail Quills by Mike Pocock is Reminiscent of Felines
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Branded Finger Nails
Branded Finger Nails
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Magnificent Monstrous Nails
Magnificent Monstrous Nails
This Mummy Manicure is Spooky and Spectacular
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Art Gallery Manicures
Art Gallery Manicures
The Nefer/nfr Exhibit at New York City's Capricious Gallery
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Tasty Manicures
Tasty Manicures
The Bacon Nails are an Epicurean Fashion Statement
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Pocket Monster Manicures
Pocket Monster Manicures
Pikachu Nails Are as Electrifying as the Famous Pokemon Itself
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Sharp Shooter Manicures
Sharp Shooter Manicures
The Magazine 'SuperSuper!' Shows Off Some Serious Gun Nail Decals
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Zipper Nails
Zipper Nails
Finland'S Laura Sofia Koski's Intense Manicures are Wild
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Fingernail Plants
Fingernail Plants
Extreme Manicures
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Haute Hippie Manicures
Haute Hippie Manicures
These Tie-Dye Nails Put Peace and Love at Your Fingertips
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Spiked Nails
Spiked Nails
The Thorn Manicure Takes Cues from Roses and Retro Style
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Morbid Movie Monster Manicures
Morbid Movie Monster Manicures
The Frankenstein's Monster Nails Tutorial is Cute and Quirky
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Protruding Manicure Art
Protruding Manicure Art
KayleighOC Transforms Fingernails into Fabulous Creations
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Naughty Nails
Naughty Nails
Perez Hilton Finds Harajuku Girl With an Anatomical Manicure
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Nail Rings
Nail Rings
A New Way to Decorate Your Nails Without Any Polish
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Couture Claw Manicures
Couture Claw Manicures
The Latest Trend Among Celebrities is the Claw Nail
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Rebel Character Manicures
Rebel Character Manicures
The 'Hunger Games' Nails by Cutepolish are Fierce and Chic
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Nail Art Advertising
Nail Art Advertising
These Designs Feature Product Placement at Your Fingertips
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Motley Manicure Fests
Motley Manicure Fests
The 2010 Nailympics Featured Freaky Fingernail Fashion
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Profane Nail Polish
Profane Nail Polish
Lindsay Lohan's Courtroom Nails Send a Strong Message
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Medusa Monster Fashion
Medusa Monster Fashion
The Outrageous Designs at the Spring 2010 China Fashion Week
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Social Media Manicures
Social Media Manicures
Twitter Nails Fuses the Internet with Beauty
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Fingernail Art
Fingernail Art
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Video Game Nail Varnishes
Video Game Nail Varnishes
These Super Mario Bros. Manicures Make Gaming Awkward
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Manga Manicures
Manga Manicures
Japanese Nail Art Features Hello Kitty-Inspired Nails & More
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Nationalist Nails
Nationalist Nails
Wah Nails Offers Sassy World Cup Manicures
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