We all have been guilty of crushing over French tip nails and bold red polishes for years. Gone are the days of just having a maroon or copper nail polish on your vanity for any occasion. The nail industry is witnessing new and creative designs each day and we cannot obsess more over how you can choose different nail inspo for each of your manicures. Having said that, some classy designs remain ever-fresh no matter how much you repeat them. They are both sophisticated and versatile so you can play with them as much as you like.
It was not quite recent when Hailey Bieber wore a stunning nail look for the 2022 Met Gala but ever since, the trend doesn’t want to take a backseat for all the good reasons. We are speaking of Bieber’s iconic ‘glazed donut nails’ trend. The glossy, shiny, and downright dreamy nail look has captured all the eyeballs and all the nail lovers like us cannot stop crushing over it. The viral nail sensation of the decade is equal parts minimalist and glam rightly beating the age-old French manicure trend.
Here’s all you need to know about Hailey Bieber’s ‘glazed donut nails’ – the most viral manicure of all time.
Hailey Bieber’s Viral ‘Glazed Donut Nails’: An Iconic Manicure Inspo
If there’s one manicure that’s taken over all of our Instagram feeds and Pinterest boards, it’s Hailey Bieber’s iconic glazed donut nails. Effortlessly chic, just like the Rhode founder, this manicure look is both stylish and decently sophisticated. Surprisingly, it has left behind the forever-loved French tip nails conquering all nail lovers’ hearts for all the good reasons.
Let’s take a deep dive into the most viral manicure of all time to understand all this buzz around Hailey Bieber’s iconic glazed nails. Here’s what it is and how you can recreate the look in different styles.
What are Glazed Donut Nails?
Hailey Bieber Nails were not always the most trending on social media before she came up with her glazed donut nails in 2022. The Most Popular Beauty Icon crown flaunted her glazed donut nails at the Met Gala and the Internet went crazy! But what exactly are these nails?
Well, the Rhode founder has a signature style of flaunting super glossy yet barely-there makeup with a blazing shine, thanks to her brand products. And the OG glazed donut nails are just that kind of makeup for your fingertips. It is a combination of a light nude base with a pearly shine on top to create a ‘my nails but better’ look. The classic glazed “donut” nails have a milky white base topped with a pearlescent chrome for a look that resembles fresh and yummy donuts.
The idea behind this catchy manicure name was to match it with her makeup look. And, she got to work with her manicurist Zola Ganzorigt to perfect the look. Result? A viral Internet sensation among the most popular manicures of all time. With a sheer color and a glossy finish, Hailey Bieber’s Met Gala 2022 nails matched the glistening gleam of a freshly dipped donut. Just like her brand product line Rhode Skin, Bieber’s glazed donut nails also became a sensation popular among nail enthusiasts even today.
With Korean nails being a trend all over the Internet these days, this 2022 nail inspo has taken a step back. It adds the flawless finish to the OG K-nails and the classy pale white effect pairs perfectly with the jelly nail trends and Y2K-inspired designs creating the perfect cocktail! This frosted shiny manicure has thus made a place as Korean glazed donut nails and it is not going anywhere soon as we enter 2025.
How to Get the Look?
Right after the 2022 Met Gala when Hailey Bieber’s glazed donut manicure went viral, her favorite nail artist Ganzorigt shared a video on Instagram describing how you can get the look, and ever since, the Internet has not shut up! Here is the set of instructions to give to your manicurist, if she needs, to recreate the sensational glazed nails for yourself. You can even DIY it with some practice and inspo from the new mama and you won’t regret wearing these as your signature mani style:
- Start with a classic clear base coat on long rounded almond nails.
- Follow up with a sheer milky white polish. The idea is to paint just one coat of it for the translucent effect.
- Add a shiny top coat to secure the base. Top it up with a pearly white chrome powder. The catch is to use an iridescent finish chrome that matches its color with the milky white base.
- Rub the chrome in so it is well incorporated and seal everything together once again with a high-shine top coat.
This tutorial was shared by Hailey’s manicurist with the brand names of the products she used. But ever since, TikTok and Instagram have been flooded with videos by several nail artists on how to create the classic ‘donut nails’ look.
Bieber came up with this summer-friendly nail idea but the creativity of nail enthusiasts all around the globe has come up with so many different nail ideas and designs keeping in mind the glazed donut nail inspo. Having made her white glazed nails an overnight sensation, Hailey Bieber herself came up with variations in the look. From wearing it in different colors to pairing it up with other designs, she always had her version of donut nails for her fans to go gaga about.
Glazed Donut Nail Ideas and Designs
If you’re looking for some nail inspo to follow our very own manicure queen, here are some variations of the classic glazed donut manicure.
1) Chocolate Glazed Nails
Just as popular are her milky white donut nails, these chocolaty ones by Bieber are loved as much. The nail muse came up with this brown version of the same idea and it went just as viral as its colorless version. With a more opaque brown base, these chocolate glazed donut nails remind us of glossy truffles and we are not complaining. If white is not your thing, or you are bored, or perhaps just want something for the Fall, here’s what you need.
2) Strawberry Glazed Nails
Hailey’s blush is so on point in this picture that we want the Rhode blush range right away. But what adds a sophisticated charm to the glossy pink makeup look are the strawberry glazed donut nails. Bieber has tried many colors with her signature glazed element but when it comes to this pink version, it has won many hearts too. Bring out the inner Pookie within you and flaunt these blush pink glazed nails FTW.
3) Barely-There Nails
Isn’t the name enough? The replacement of the OG nude nails is here by the queen and we are just listening. Or watching! Not exactly a ‘glazed’ manicure but this sheer version of the good old nude nails is what you need for a subtle sophistication. The lady never fails to amuse us with her subtle glam!
4) Barbie Glazed Nails
Did we speak of pink glazed nails? Yes, but all women will know how different both the pinks are! These Barbie glazed donut nails perfectly resemble the Rhode blush but the way it is carried by our lovely Rhode owner makes the manicure look oh-so beautiful! The pearly sheen topped on a poppy pink is ideal for the upcoming Valentine’s season. Mark your calendars pink for the love season this time!
5) Lip Gloss Nails
Hailey Bieber has been obsessed with lip glosses and wearing all things glossy is her signature style. From skincare to makeup, the amazing model likes to keep it shiny in your face in all the good ways! These lip gloss nails are doing justice to just this idea and we can’t keep calm. While you might have a milky pink base or try some aura effect for that Korean touch, the pointy almond tips keep it all together.
6) Rhode Glazed Nails
Jack’s mom is a marketing queen and with her brand being almost everywhere on her Instagram, she never fails to try new promotion tricks. Hailey’s social media game is on point and with her signature Rhode phone case, she has popularized not just the lip tints from her brand but the case too. These Rhode glazed nails are a replica of just this. For a change, Bieber decided to wear some grey glazed donut nails to match them with the blush stick and it couldn’t get more creative.
7) Glazed Donut French Tip Nails
What happens when two classy looks come together? It’s an overwhelming sophistication and we are so charmed! French tip nails have always been a representation of class and chic. Hailey’s glazed nails are equally chic and subtle too. And this particular look combines the subtlety of both nail looks into one for all the good reasons. A gleam of shine over the solid Frenchies adds a fun yet feminine element to the otherwise charming manicure.
8) My Nails But Better
This is the most recent version of her OG glazed nails flaunted by Hailey herself. Replacing the classic white base with a warm nude gives a ‘my nails but better’ look to the manicure and we love how it resembles Bieber’s postpartum glow on her skin. She has a signature look of wearing glass skin with minimal nude but glossy makeup and these nude glazed donut nails match the look to the ‘t’.
9) Cherry Blossom Glazed Nails
You can never go wrong with florals and this manicure is just the right way to believe this. While Hailey was still pregnant with her baby boy flaunting her mommy-to-be glow, she flaunted these cherry blossom glazed nails. With a soft pink base and tiny floral details, these floral glazed donut nails are so summer-approved. These already have our hearts and the teeny tiny pink stone accents are to die for.
10) Butter Yellow Nails
All through the summers of 2024, butter yellow nails have been quite a trend, and our own manicure muse did not stay back from following the idea. Adding a bright touch to the OG glazed donut nails, these pale yellow shiny tips were on everyone’s mani goals during summer. Hailey flaunted these stunning butter nails for her Rhode campaign but she loved them so much, she even wore them for her maternity shoot.
11) Red Glazed French Tips
If two classy designs were not enough for you, Bieber came up with a third twist – the classic red. We all know Hailey loves all things bold and beautiful and these red glazed French tip nails are just another example. The new mama chose to match these with her bold red lip gloss which is as shiny and ‘glazed’ as her nails. We love how she kept the signature milky white base intact while the glossy touch added some extra drama.
Wrapping Up Hailey Bieber’s Glazed Nails
Hailey Bieber’s glazed donut nails have taken the beauty world by storm, proving that sometimes the simplest ideas can spark the biggest trends. This viral manicure has become more than just a trend; it’s a beauty that’s captured the imagination of most nail enthusiasts and professionals. Whether you’re drawn to the glossy, natural aesthetic, or inspired by its versatility, the appeal of this trend lies in its ability to make your hands feel effortlessly chic. By embracing this look, you’re not just opting for a manicure — you’re making a subtle yet stylish statement that resonates with Bieber’s beauty ideals.
As we’ve seen, achieving the perfect Hailey Bieber glazed donut nails is as much about technique as it is about creativity. With the right products, a little practice, and your own unique twist, you can recreate this iconic look that has defined an era in nail art.
