Here are five great ideas that combine the edgy spirit of goth with unexpected cuteness, so get ready to turn heads and unleash your inner darkness (in the most stylish way possible, of course).
Goth aesthetic + nail art
Goth nail art embodies the dark, dramatic spirit of the subculture. Deep, sexy colors like black, crimson, and midnight blue are used as a base, and it’s often accented with bold patterns like spider webs, crosses, and delicate lace. The overall vibe is dark, but with an added touch of elegance that keeps it from being completely creepy. Sparkly metallics, intricate nail art designs, or even a single perfectly placed gemstone can add an unexpected touch of sophistication.
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- #1. Stained Glass Nails:
- #1. Stained Glass Nails:
A transparent base decorated with an intricate stained glass pattern inspired by sacred glass in churches.
Let’s start with a mesmerizing Vittage-inspired nail look for all Church Aesthetic lovers. Playing with vibrant jewel tones and metallic outlines, it creates the illusion of a miniature stained-glass masterpiece on each nail. This dazzling look is sure to turn heads, but be careful: it’s best suited for experienced nail lovers, as it requires a steady hand and some nail art practice to achieve the perfect detail.
How to Create a Stained Glass Effect on Your Nails
Translucent Foundation: Apply a thin layer of clear or slightly translucent nail polish as a base for your stained-glass design. Allow to dry completely.
Color Mesh: Use a thin nail art brush to carefully paint a network of geometric shapes and lines on your nails. Experiment by trying different colors and creating sections of different sizes.
Metallic Accents (Optional): To make your stained glass look even more authentic, dip a dotting tool (or the tip of a thin brush) into the metallic polish and add small dots or outlines to the colored areas.
Filling the gap: Once you have completed the web of lines, use the color of your choice to fill in the sections you have created. Be patient and use thin layers for better control.
Enter into a contract: Once everything is dry, apply a generous layer of top coat to protect your artwork and add a beautiful shine.
#2. Insectarium exhibit nail design:
It features a deep red and black base with gold ovals and small insects on a white background.
If stained-glass nails aren’t your thing, awaken your inner entomologist with the mesmerizing “Insectarium Exhibit” nail design. Imagine a museum exhibit coming to life at your fingertips. Start with a base of a deep, luxurious red, reminiscent of the plush velvet lining of an antique insect exhibit. Then paint a bold black oval in the center of each nail, creating a window into a miniature world.
Start by painting a delicate white background, then paint the star of the show – a tiny, finely drawn insect. A realistic beetle, a dainty butterfly, a curious spider – the possibilities are endless.
How to make insectarium nails
Prep and Polish: Apply a base coat to clean, dry nails. Allow to dry completely and then apply two thin coats of deep red nail polish to create an opaque, luxurious base.
Insectarium window: Using black nail polish and a thin nail art brush, carefully paint a neat oval in the center of each nail. This will act as a “window” for your miniature insect display. Allow the black to dry completely.
Blank Canvas: Inside the black oval, use white nail polish to draw a small, neat rectangle or circle that will serve as the background for the insect.
Star of the show: Now comes the fun part! Use a thin nail art brush to carefully paint a tiny insect of your choice on a white background. For realistic details, you can get inspiration online or in an insect field guide.
Metallic Accents (Optional): For even more realism and dimension, dip a dotting tool (or the tip of a bobby pin) into gold nail polish. Carefully add tiny dots to details like the insect’s eyes or specks on its wings.
Enter into a contract: Once everything is completely dry, apply a generous coat of top coat to protect your miniature insectarium and add a beautiful glossy finish.
#3. Joan of Arc Nails for Orleans Goth:
A “stainless” sword is depicted on the see-through stiletto nails.
How to create a Joan of Arc nail design?
Preparation is key: First, clean and dry your nails. Gently push back your cuticles and apply a base coat to help the polish adhere. Allow to dry completely. After the base coat has dried, apply one thin coat of clear or sheer nude polish for an extra subtle color.
Stiletto Statement: If you don’t already have stiletto nails, consider getting them professionally shaped into this style. You can also use stiletto-shaped acrylic nails or press-on nails if that’s more convenient for you.
Swordsmanship: Now here’s the fun part! Using a thin nail art brush and chrome or holographic silver polish, carefully paint the silhouette of a sword on each nail. Aim for a long, slender shape that tapers toward the tip, to mimic a medieval sword.
*Beginner Tips: If you’re not confident in freehand drawing, you can find nail art stencils online that have sword designs on them. Simply stick the stencil onto your nail, paint over it with silver nail polish, and carefully peel off the stencil to create a beautiful design.
Polish and shine: Once your sword art is dry, apply a top coat (optional) for extra protection and a beautiful glossy finish.
#4. Purple nails with intricate black lace:
It has a calm matte purple base with thin and dark black lace woven into the top.
Discover this captivating blend of elegance and a gothic edge. A muted, matte purple base hints at twilight skies and hidden secrets. This velvety backdrop provides a canvas for an exquisite masterpiece. A little less dramatic, it’s perfect for daytime.
How to create a black lace nail design?
Preparation and priming: Apply a base coat to clean, dry nails and let it dry completely – this will help the polish adhere better and prevent chipping.
Muted Majesty: Apply two thin coats of matte purple nail polish, evenly applying it for a smooth, opaque finish. Allow each layer of polish to dry completely before applying the next.
Knitting lace: Now comes the detailing part: Use a thin nail art brush to carefully paint a black lace-like design on each nail. You can create delicate florals, swirling vines, geometric shapes, or even get inspiration from actual lace patterns online.
Beginner tips: If you’re new to nail art or find it difficult to draw freehand, consider using a stamping kit. They offer nail stamping plates with intricate lace patterns that can be easily transferred to your nails using a stamper and scraper.
Level up your race (optional): For really detailed finishes, especially very intricate designs, you can utilize the detail brush, which allows you to achieve even finer lines and sharper details compared to regular nail art brushes.
Enter into a contract (optional): Because this look uses a matte purple base, it’s best to keep the overall finish matte, but if you want a bit of shine, apply a thin layer of top coat after everything has dried – this will also protect the intricate lace design.
- #5. Nephrite and silver goth nails:
- #5. Nephrite and silver goth nails:
It features a marbled milky green base with white “veins” and silver crosses, glittery embellishments and natural gemstones all over the nail.
How to make nephrite and silver goth nails?
Preparation and base: Apply a base coat, clean and allow to dry completely.
Milky Jade Canvas: Apply two thin coats of milky green nail polish to create an even, opaque, smooth base that resembles polished nephrite jade, allowing each layer to dry completely before applying the next.
Swirling Veins: Use a thin nail art brush and white nail polish to carefully paint thin, fine lines on each nail. These lines can be swirly or relatively straight, resembling the veins or natural patterns in the stone. Perfect symmetry is not necessary here.
Silver Accents (Optional): If you want to incorporate silver crosses, dip a thin nail art brush into the silver polish and carefully paint small crosses on certain nails, or highlight the intersections of white veins with small silver dots.
Sparkling: Now comes the fun part: adding a gothic touch. Use tweezers to carefully pick up small silver rhinestones or studs and place them strategically on your nail. Play around with size and placement to create a unique look.
*Tips: For best adhesion, apply a small amount of top coat to the back of each rhinestone or stud before placement.
Raw Beauty (Optional): For an even more gothic look, and to create the appearance of natural gemstones, use tweezers to gently place a few small pieces of crushed nephrite onto your nail. Press lightly into the nail polish to ensure it adheres well.
Enter into a contract: Once everything is dry and in place, apply a generous layer of top coat to seal in the design and protect all of the decorations, which also gives you a beautiful, glossy finish.
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Source: Moonsugarbeauty – www.moonsugarbeauty.com
