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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30 Daring Nail Designs
From Metal-Infused Manicures to Couture Claws, These Beauty Looks are Bold:
Jana Pijak — Jun 27, 2012 — Fashion
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Nationalist Nails
Wah Nails Offers Sassy World Cup Manicures
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Fingernail Art
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Social Media Manicures
Twitter Nails Fuses the Internet with Beauty
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Video Game Nail Varnishes
These Super Mario Bros. Manicures Make Gaming Awkward
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Morbid Movie Monster Manicures
The Frankenstein's Monster Nails Tutorial is Cute and Quirky
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Nail Rings
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Nail Art Advertising
These Designs Feature Product Placement at Your Fingertips
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Protruding Manicure Art
KayleighOC Transforms Fingernails into Fabulous Creations
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Medusa Monster Fashion
The Outrageous Designs at the Spring 2010 China Fashion Week
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Naughty Nails
Perez Hilton Finds Harajuku Girl With an Anatomical Manicure
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Profane Nail Polish
Lindsay Lohan's Courtroom Nails Send a Strong Message
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Motley Manicure Fests
The 2010 Nailympics Featured Freaky Fingernail Fashion
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Rebel Character Manicures
The 'Hunger Games' Nails by Cutepolish are Fierce and Chic
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Spiked Nails
The Thorn Manicure Takes Cues from Roses and Retro Style
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Branded Finger Nails
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Manga Manicures
Japanese Nail Art Features Hello Kitty-Inspired Nails & More
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Couture Claw Manicures
The Latest Trend Among Celebrities is the Claw Nail
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Haute Hippie Manicures
These Tie-Dye Nails Put Peace and Love at Your Fingertips
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Zipper Nails
Finland'S Laura Sofia Koski's Intense Manicures are Wild
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Sharp Shooter Manicures
The Magazine 'SuperSuper!' Shows Off Some Serious Gun Nail Decals
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Claw-Inspired Designer Manicures
The Ruffian & MAC Nails are Frisky
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Metal-Infused Manicure Art
These H+H Ornamented Nail Designs are Inspired by Nature
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Magnificent Monstrous Nails
This Mummy Manicure is Spooky and Spectacular
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Fingernail Plants
Extreme Manicures
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Obsessive Boyfriend Manicures
Katy Perry Wears Russell Brand's Face All Over Her Nails
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Pocket Monster Manicures
Pikachu Nails Are as Electrifying as the Famous Pokemon Itself
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Cat-Like Claws
Nail Quills by Mike Pocock is Reminiscent of Felines
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Gothic-Embroidered Manicures
Lucian Matis Fall 2012 Collection Showcases Fake Lace Nails
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Art Gallery Manicures
The Nefer/nfr Exhibit at New York City's Capricious Gallery
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Tasty Manicures
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Nail Art Advertising
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Rebel Character Manicures
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The Thorn Manicure Takes Cues from Roses and Retro Style
Sparkling Snowflake Nails
This Holiday Manicure Will Guarantee Your Hands get Plenty of Attention
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Fashionista Fingertips
Sophy Robson Creates Designer Nails Emblazoned With Logos
Couture Claw Manicures
The Latest Trend Among Celebrities is the Claw Nail
Newspaper Nails
Cute Polish Shows You How to Sport the Headlines as a Manicure
Creepy Halloween Manicures
This Spiderweb Nail Tutorial is Frighteningly Fun
Festive Seasonal Manicures
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Feminine Male Nails
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Spiked Badass Manicures
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Unruly Character Tees
Scarily Violent Cartoon T-Shirt Concepts by Vinsse
Cult Cartoon Cosmetics
The Pikachu Animal-ipstick Looks Just Like the Pokemon Character
Haute Hippie Manicures
These Tie-Dye Nails Put Peace and Love at Your Fingertips
Internet Browser Nails
Japanese Blogger Mamipeko Sports Nerdy Nails
Earthy Leaf-Embellished Manicures
The Clossette DIY Terrarium Nails Tutorial is Eco-Inspired
Vacation Manicures
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Coffee Confection Manicures
The 'Peppermint Mocha Nails' Design is Sweet and Sparkly
Zipper Nails
Finland'S Laura Sofia Koski's Intense Manicures are Wild
Deadly Gruesome Manicures
The DIY Blood Splatter Nails are a Halloween Gore Fest
Mini Formal Wear Manicures
These Tuxedo Nails are Snazzy and Sassy
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Painted Musical Fingertips
These Rhythmic Manicures by Cutepolish are Simple and Cute
Sharp Shooter Manicures
The Magazine 'SuperSuper!' Shows Off Some Serious Gun Nail Decals
LED Manicures
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Hipster Hightop Manicures
These Shoe Nail Designs Will Rock Your Socks Off
Dark Sky Manicures
This Tutorial for Van Gogh Nail Art Features a Starry Night
Beat-Up Anime Critters
'Injured Pokemon' Depicts the Post-Battle Scars the Monsters Suffer
Bloody Nail Art
These Blood-Dripped Manicures are Perfect for the Halloween Fashionista
Wizard-Worthy Manicures
This Harry Potter Nail Art Pays Tribute to the Boy Who Lived
Retro Gamer Robots
The Yoshi Mecha Robot Makes Animation Automation
Hyperreal Pocket Monsters
The RLP Pikachu by Steven Lefcourt Brings Pokemon to Real Life
Dapper Digit Tippers
The SophisticatedSilly Moustache Nails are Adorably Quirky
Obsessive Boyfriend Manicures
Katy Perry Wears Russell Brand's Face All Over Her Nails
Candy-Coated Manicures
The Candy Sprinkles Nail Art by Algae Veronica Looks Delicious
Gamer Manicures
Craftster Nail Art by HolyPunsBatman is Nerdy, But Amazing
Pocket Monster Manicures
Pikachu Nails Are as Electrifying as the Famous Pokemon Itself
Sugary Gaming Gadgets
These Wii Controller Cookies are Edible Goodness for Gamers
Animated Automobile Nail Art
These Fingernail Kia Stop-Motion Ads are Mind-Blowing
Gothic-Embroidered Manicures
Lucian Matis Fall 2012 Collection Showcases Fake Lace Nails
Female Rapper Manicures
The Nicki Minaj OPI Nail Lacquer Collection is Eclectic
Captivating Pastel Carryalls
The Porter Jerry Tie-Dye Day Pack is Casually Elegant
Gaming Smartphone Shells
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Ring-Bearing Nuptial Nails
This Tape-Based Bridal Manicure is Understated and Chic
Upcycled Gamer Cartridges
Transformed NES Hard Drives are a Geeky Pleasure
Nintendo-Inspired Night Lights
The 'Duck Hunt' Lamp Will Zap Monsters Under the Bed
Christmas Sweater Nail Designs
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Magical Mouse Manicures
This 'Disney Babies' Nail Design is Bright and Bejewelled
Vivacious Floral Manicures
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Reversed Couture Manicures
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Cult Cartoon Loungers
The Snorlax Beanbag Chair is Perfect for Pokemaniancs
Printable Nail Designs
The ArtPro Nail Printer V6.1 Puts Technology on Your Fingertips
Socialite Nail Art
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Geektastic Gamer Guitars
The GetLoFi NES Electric Guitar is a Crafty Console Creation