Sydney Sweeney Just Endorsed Chocolate Croc Nails (Along with a Coordinating Corset) for Spring

Sydney Sweeney Just Endorsed Chocolate Croc Nails (Along with a Coordinating Corset) for Spring

      (Image credit: Getty Images/Emma McIntyre/WireImage) Rich, luxurious milk chocolate-colored nails are always in style (hello, Mocha Mousse!), but they are particularly sophisticated for spring. Why is that? Well, for starters, this earthy hue complements almost any pastel outfit you can imagine. (Butter yellow! Baby blue! Petal pink!) It also serves as a timeless, upscale alternative to classic black—you know, if you're looking to shake things up a bit. I can’t emphasize enough: a coat of chocolate lacquer is a foolproof choice this season. However, if you're wanting to add a creative twist, I suggest checking out Sydney Sweeney's latest nail design. Keep scrolling for the insights from her nail artist, Zola Ganzorigt.

      At the 10th annual Hollywood Beauty Awards on Sunday, Sweeney supported her longtime hairstylist Glen "Coco" Oropeza (who went on to win the Sanna Seppanen Hairstyling Award) in a complete chocolate-brown outfit: a sleek pantsuit, a waist-cinching croc corset, and a manicure to match. It’s clear that Ganzorigt drew inspiration from the croc-embossed corset for her nail design on the red carpet. The manicure closely resembles the pattern, as evident in her Instagram carousel above.

      Although Ganzorigt hasn't shared the precise tutorial for Sweeney's look, you probably only need a sheer base color (or blooming gel, which is a unique base coat that causes any color applied on top to spread across the nail) along with chocolate-brown nail polish. After applying your base, create uniform horizontal stripes across the nail plate, ensuring there's space between each column to achieve the crocodile-print effect. Allow it to dry again, then finish with your topcoat of choice.

      Believe me, the technique sounds much more complicated than it actually is. In fact, I consider it one of the easiest animal prints to recreate, as it only requires a single polish color. (Unlike tortoiseshell nails, which need at least three colors.) You don’t even have to get each line perfectly straight to achieve the crocodile look. In fact, the effect appears even more stylish when the nails are mismatched.

      If you think you're well-acquainted with nail trends, you might hesitate to wear a dark nail color in spring. However, I assure you that deeper shades like chocolate brown are absolutely trendy for the season. "It's an anti-trend," celebrity nail artist Julie Kandalec remarks about dark nail polish in spring. "It's saying, 'I know pastels are usually the trend, but I want to stand out.'" I would argue there's nothing more eye-catching than a chocolate croc manicure inspired by Sweeney.

      **Shop Chocolate Nail Polishes for Spring**

      This luxurious brown shade, aptly named Faun, is ideal for spring.

      *Chanel*

      Le Vernis in Spirituelle

      If your preference leans more toward caramel than chocolate, this slightly lighter latte-brown shade is perfect for you.

      *J.Hannah*

      Nail Polish in Carob

      This rich, dark chocolate shade instantly elevates any manicure.

      *OPI*

      Nail Lacquer in Cliffside Karaoke

      This creamy, chip-resistant OPI shade is definitely worth considering.

      *Essie*

      Gel Couture Longwear Nail Polish in All Checked Out

      This raisin-brown lacquer has subtle purple undertones that are particularly beautiful.

      *ella+mila*

      Nail Polish in London Fog

      If you prefer a soft, hazy finish for your manicure, this London Fog hue is your best option.

      *OPI*

      Nail Lacquer in Chocolate Moose

      This decadent, creamy shade is as delightful as a whipped dessert.

      *Essie*

      Nail Polish in Off the Grid

      This Essie shade features golden undertones that will look stunning on warmer skin tones.

      *CND*

      Shellac Gel Polish in Arrowhead

      For gel enthusiasts, this CND classic will serve you well.

      *Olive & June*

      Long Lasting Nail Polish in Cinnamon Brown

      With subtle red undertones, this cinnamon shade is a definite winner.

Sydney Sweeney Just Endorsed Chocolate Croc Nails (Along with a Coordinating Corset) for Spring Sydney Sweeney Just Endorsed Chocolate Croc Nails (Along with a Coordinating Corset) for Spring Sydney Sweeney Just Endorsed Chocolate Croc Nails (Along with a Coordinating Corset) for Spring Sydney Sweeney Just Endorsed Chocolate Croc Nails (Along with a Coordinating Corset) for Spring Sydney Sweeney Just Endorsed Chocolate Croc Nails (Along with a Coordinating Corset) for Spring Sydney Sweeney Just Endorsed Chocolate Croc Nails (Along with a Coordinating Corset) for Spring Sydney Sweeney Just Endorsed Chocolate Croc Nails (Along with a Coordinating Corset) for Spring Sydney Sweeney Just Endorsed Chocolate Croc Nails (Along with a Coordinating Corset) for Spring Sydney Sweeney Just Endorsed Chocolate Croc Nails (Along with a Coordinating Corset) for Spring Sydney Sweeney Just Endorsed Chocolate Croc Nails (Along with a Coordinating Corset) for Spring Sydney Sweeney Just Endorsed Chocolate Croc Nails (Along with a Coordinating Corset) for Spring

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Sydney Sweeney Just Endorsed Chocolate Croc Nails (Along with a Coordinating Corset) for Spring

At the Hollywood Beauty Awards, Sydney Sweeney donned a complete chocolate-brown look: a stylish pantsuit, a croc corset, and coordinating nail art. Click here for more information.