It’s that time of year again for the music industry’s biggest night out — and on the evening of Sept. 11, artists like Megan Thee Stallion, Sabrina Carpenter, Katy Perry, and more are showing up at the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards.
As opposed to other red carpet events, the MTV VMAs is known for having the most viral moments amongst stars (three words: Miley, what’s good?). Though aside from jaw-dropping public feuds and unexpected French kisses, the red carpet looks tend to push the limits of beauty and fashion.
Of course, skin-baring ’fits and out-there hairdos tend to take centerstage — though more often than not, the stars’ nail art looks are truly the icing on the cake.
Both French tips and chrome polish shades are obvious faves on the red carpet. And while unique iterations of each nail art style are likely to make an appearance, the VMAs are always the perfect event to take trends to the next level.
In need of some major mani inspo? Here, find the best nail looks of the 2024 VMAs — including the dramatically long daggers spotted on Chappell Roan.
1Sabrina Carpenter’s Sparkling Silver
Looking like a modern Marilyn Monroe, Sabrina Carpenter paired her retro glam moment with sparkling silver nails that perfectly matched her diamond-covered gown.
2Chappell Roan’s Stiletto Daggers
3Halle Bailey’s Glossy Black Polish
Halle Bailey opted for ultra-sultry glossy black nails to go along with her vampy red pout and gown. She’s not a regular mom, she’s a cool mom.
4Karol G’s Gunmetal Chrome
Karol G’s manicure was as hot as her flame-covered dress: The singer painted her nails a stunning shade of gunmetal chrome for the occasion.
5Halsey’s Gothic Aura Art
To match the leopard print of her dress (oh, and her red hair), Halsey sported red and black aura nails.
6Paris Hilton’s Metallic Mani
Paris Hilton slived in a rhinestone-studded silver dress, and she rocked a silvery chrome metallic mani to match (naturally).
