We’re talking about crocodile print nails.
We’ve rounded up our favorite crocodile nail designs below.
The cool blue color palette helps give the typically bold look a softer feel.
@overglowedit/Instagram
Glossy Green
@myprettyset
A green-and-black croc print is about as classic as it gets.
Add an extra-glossytop coatfor an added wow factor, and you’re good to go.
It sports all the different textures harmoniously, and it looks seriously scaly and other worldly.
@gotg0ld
The result is an optical illusion that’s equal parts sleek and sophisticated.
Make It Matte
Instead of playing with color, why not switch up the finishes?
Achieve the look by carefully swiping amatte top coatonto the scale designs.
@myprettyset
Rainbow Croc
@nuka.nails
Can’t pick a color?
No worries because croc print looks good with an unlimited color palette, as pictured here.
Go for a long nail shape to let the design shine.
*@sierrasnails_*
Neutrals But Make It Maximalist
@brushedbyb_
Croc print looks good in every coloreven neutrals.
Switching up shades on each nail creates the perfect maximal yet minimal mani.
Here, this nail look features a decidedly chiller take on croc nails with an ice-cold color palette.
@bhambnails
Thinkbaby blues,bold silvers, andstark whites.
Crocodile Barbie
Ahot pink manicureis stunning on its own.
Add croc print into the mix, and it instantly takes your nail look to the next level.
@yo_keshh
White Lines
@angelsnailz
This mani is all about the tiny details.
Acid Neon
@imarninails
This acid-neon take on the classic croc nails issofun and fresh.
It’s edgy, bright, and absolutely mesmerizing.
@bhambnails
Between the intricate detailing and the green French tip, this manicure is an absolute stunner.
Avant-Garde Croc
@manicures.as
This is such a mesmerizing maximalist take on croc nails.
Each nail features various colors and accents, giving this croc-inspired mani a truly unique feel.
@nuka.nails
Poolside Croc
@nailsbycanishiea
If you thinkshort nailscan’t rock croc print, think again.
Ask your nail tech to use dip powder to give the scales that matte, powdery look.
*@brushedbyb_*
@swaknails
@nailsby.hails
@phoebesummernails
@overglowedit
@myprettyset
*@brushedbyb_*
@angelsnailz
@imarninails
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@manicures.as
@nailsbycanishiea
@thenailboxxchi
@yo_keshh