Over-the-Top Manicures Struck Gold at the 2024 Olympics

Artful nail designs, intricate press ons, and must-see manicures were all the rage throughout the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris. Team USA’s star athletes proudly showcased their pride on their talons, making patriotism as glamorous as ever.

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Sha’Carri Richardson came out the gate swinging, rocking coffin-shaped acrylics adorned with the American flag at the opening ceremony on July 26. She went on to smoke her Olympic debut during round 1 of the women’s track and field 100-meter with a completely different set a few days later, showing off a multicolored mosaic-like design . Richardson switched it up again for the women’s 100-meter final on August 3, winning the silver medal with an equally impressive bejeweled set.

Jordan Chiles also served up #bignailenergy. When she won a bronze medal for her women’s gymnastics floor routine on August 5, Chiles flaunted a squared manicure with pink and blue patterned french tips that curved slightly towards the fold of her nail.

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Other athletes who nailed it during the big games include Simone Biles , Suni Lee , Noah Lyles , and Coco Gauff . So what is the biggest takeaway, you ask? Expressing yourself via nail art is this year’s hottest trend and beauty was gold at the 2024 Olympics.

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