# 22 Weird Nail Trends That Shouldn’t Exist - Link: https://stayathomemum.com.au/lifestyle/beauty/22-weird-nail-trends-that-shouldnt-exist/ - Published: 2023-02-22T15:00:00+11:00 - Author: Clare Whitfield ### _**There are a million weird 󠀁[nail trends](https://stayathomemum.com.au/bodyandsoul/fashion/autumn-nail-trends-2015/)󠁿 nowadays and frankly speaking, I think some of them should not exist. Never. Ever.**_ I am particular to clean fingernails but some part of me loves nail polishes too. If used accordingly, I think that having some nail polish (especially when suited to your current mood) is a good pick-me-up. I love the thought of getting manicures and pedicures at the spa and coming out moments later feeling like a rockstar. But how much is too much? > **Here are 22 of the most weird nail trends** **should GO AWAY:** ### **More Reading:** * [Are Your Nails Trying To Tell You Something?](https://stayathomemum.com.au/my-lifestyle/health/are-your-nails-trying-to-tell-you-something/) * [10 Stunning Autumn Nail Trends](https://stayathomemum.com.au/pinterest/autumn-nail-trends-2015/) * [Get These Amazing Halloween Themed Nails for the Scariest Night of the Year!](https://stayathomemum.com.au/occasions/get-these-amazing-halloween-themed-nails-for-the-scariest-night-of-the-year/) * [3D Vagina Nail Art ? Would You Wear Them? (NSFW)](https://stayathomemum.com.au/wtf/3d-vagina-nail-art-would-you-wear-them-nsfw/) * [50 Gorgeous Nail Trends to Wear for Spring](https://stayathomemum.com.au/bodyandsoul/diy-beauty/50-gorgeous-nail-art-to-wear-for-spring/) * [Shellac, Acrylic, Gel and Powder Nails ? What?s the Difference?](https://stayathomemum.com.au/bodyandsoul/diy-beauty/shellac-acrylic-gel-and-powder-nails-whats-the-difference/) * [12 Best At-Home Nail Kits for DIY Manicure 2022](https://stayathomemum.com.au/bodyandsoul/12-best-at-home-nail-kits-manicure/) * [25 Vegan Nail Polish Brands Making Our Manicures Green](https://stayathomemum.com.au/bodyandsoul/diy-beauty/30-vegan-nail-polish-brands/) * [15 Pretty Toe Nail Art Ideas for Summer](https://stayathomemum.com.au/bodyandsoul/diy-beauty/16-pretty-toe-nail-polish-ideas-for-summer/) * [THE Most Gorgeous Nail Trends for Winter!](https://stayathomemum.com.au/bodyandsoul/diy-beauty/nail-trends-for-winter/) ## **1. Bubble Nails** ![22 weird nail trends that shouldnt exist | stay at home mum](https://i0.wp.com/ stayathomemum.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Screen-Shot-2015-08-20-at-5.05.42- PM.jpg?resize=593%2C586&quality=89&ssl=1 "Elegant Pearl studded Nail Art with Soft Pink Polish for a Chic Look") > Eww. Seriously, this trend needs to stop STAT! Does somebody really need nails > that look like a bunch of bum sore? Nope. NOPE. ## **2. Scorpion Nails** ![Unusual nail art featuring quirky creative designs on natural nails](https://i0. wp.com/stayathomemum.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/UXUON0I-2.jpg?resize=509% 2C720&quality=89&ssl=1 "Nail Art with Unique Design") [www.national.ro](http://www.national.ro/news/manichiura-cu-scorpioni-adevarati-561057.html/) > Why would anybody want to have a f*ckin’ scorpion on their nails? Even Morticia > Adams does not approve! ## **3. Succulent Nail Art** ![22 weird nail trends that shouldnt exist | stay at home mum](https://i0.wp.com/ stayathomemum.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/19532579_1469243573135917_172848141_o. jpg?resize=788%2C836&quality=89&ssl=1 "Cute Succulent Nail Art with Tiny Plants on a Finger") > So you’re pushing for a botany exhibit on your nails? I’m not a fan of it. Sorry > not sorry! ## **4. Pierced Nails** ![Unique nail design featuring metallic rings on glittery nails](https://i0.wp.com/ stayathomemum.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/img_7122.jpg?resize=700%2C426&quality =89&ssl=1 "Unusual Nail Art with Metal Rings") > So how do you wash your lady bits with these nails? I can’t even start to thinik > about it. ## **5. 󠀁[Dollar](https://stayathomemum.com.au/houseandhome/10-tips-to-get-top-dollar-when-selling-your-property/)󠁿 Nails** ![Dollar bill nail art with gold accents and intricate designs](https://i0.wp.com/ stayathomemum.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/14046053_1284862534880845_1768468012538468207_n. jpg?resize=500%2C500&quality=89&ssl=1 "Money themed Nail Art with Dollar Bill Designs and Gold Embellishments") [Unhas Stiletto FB](https://www.facebook.com/UnhasStiletto/photos/a.601914926508946.1073741828.476685035698603/1284862534880845/?type=3&theater) > Weird nail trends? If these nails can’t buy me anything then I’d say PASS. ## **6. Spike Nails** ![Unique nail design featuring purple and black gradient with metallic spikes](https:// i0.wp.com/stayathomemum.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/spikes.jpg?resize=800% 2C800&quality=89&ssl=1 "Bold Purple and Black Nail Art with Silver Spikes") > Lady Gaga would’ve wanted this. Not me. It’s just too much and I can only imagine > the amount of gunk I could collect after cleaning my house with nails like these. ## **7. 3D 󠀁[Lego](https://stayathomemum.com.au/houseandhome/nifty-lego-storage-ideas-for-kids-bedrooms/)󠁿 Nails** ![Lego inspired nail art with colorful 3d studs in yellow blue white red and green]( https://i0.wp.com/stayathomemum.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/les-legos-facon- nail-art-3d.jpg?resize=1020%2C1049&quality=89&ssl=1 "Bright Lego inspired Nail Art with Colorful d Studs for a Playful Look") > I have this fear of waking up one morning with millions of Lego pieces sticking > up my nails. My kids would love these, but not me. ## **8. Caviar Nail Art** ![Colorful beaded nail design with textured 3d bead embellishments](https://i0.wp. com/stayathomemum.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/nail-5.jpg?resize=1200%2C1200& quality=89&ssl=1 "Vibrant Beaded Nail Art") > Totes absurd! ## **9. Super Long Acrylic Nails** ![Unique red curved nails with ruler for nail trend comparison](https://i0.wp.com/ stayathomemum.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/fetishnails117.jpg?resize=1467%2C1100& quality=89&ssl=1 "Nail Art with Red Curved Nails") weird nail trends > NOPE. NOPE. NOPE ## **10. Teeth Nails** ![Close up of poorly done white nail polish on uneven nails](https://i0.wp.com/stayathomemum. com.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/tetth-nails.jpg?resize=1440%2C1138&quality=89& ssl=1 "Nail Art Fail") > Lol. How can you even wash hands with these? ‘Prolly the most absurd nail trend > in this bunch. ## **11. Clear 󠀁[Acrylic Nails](https://stayathomemum.com.au/bodyandsoul/diy-beauty/shellac-acrylic-gel-and-powder-nails-whats-the-difference/)󠁿** ![Elegant long acrylic nails with colorful gemstone rings](https://i0.wp.com/stayathomemum. com.au/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/maxresdefault-1.jpg?resize=1607%2C1200&quality =89&ssl=1 "Elegant Long Acrylic Nails with Colorful Gemstone Rings") > Why did you even bother? ## **12. Pompom Nail Art** ![Unique nail design with colorful plush pom poms and pink nail polish](https:// i0.wp.com/stayathomemum.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/image.jpg?resize=564%2C547& quality=89&ssl=1 "Nail Art with Plush Pom poms and Nail Polish") > Just tacky and un-classy! ## **13. Vampire Fang Nails** ![Unique pink and black ombre nail design for bold fashion statements](https://i0. wp.com/stayathomemum.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Vampire-Fang-Nails-Trend. jpg?resize=750%2C750&quality=89&ssl=1 "Bold Nail Art with Pink and Black Gradient") > Yep, it will pierce the innermost corner of your soul. Lol whut. No, just no. ## **14. Weird Nail Shapes** ![Polka dot and white nail art on well manicured fingers](https://i0.wp.com/stayathomemum. com.au/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/side-nails.jpg?resize=600%2C803&quality=89&ssl =1 "Nail Art with Polka Dot and Solid White Designs") > Sorry, my obsessive-compulsive self is dead. *I cringe* ## **15. Chrome Nails** ![Metallic pink nail design with reflective finish on well manicured nails](https:// i0.wp.com/stayathomemum.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/1482320001-pinterest-chrome- nails-2.jpg?resize=423%2C423&quality=89&ssl=1 "Shiny Metallic Nail Art") > This trend is go big or go home and no in between. It can work. The only thing > that looks decent in here. ## **16. Unicorn Horn Nails** ![Unique holographic and pastel nail designs showcasing unconventional trends](https:// i0.wp.com/stayathomemum.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/image-1.jpg?resize=636% 2C631&quality=89&ssl=1 "Creative Nail Art with Holographic and Pastel Designs for Unique Nail Trends") > Stop it, your nails could be mistaken for those unicorn makeup brushes. ## **17. Duck Feet Nails** ![22 weird nail trends that shouldnt exist | stay at home mum](https://i0.wp.com/ stayathomemum.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/5e2ac15421c3d02dc21de532c2c97edd. jpg?resize=750%2C1000&quality=89&ssl=1 "Nail Art with Red and White Design") > Eww. Please wear gloves! ## **18. Stilleto Nails** ![Beautiful blue glitter nail design with nude and silver accents Perfect for bold trendy nail style](https://i0.wp.com/stayathomemum.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2017/ 07/29fa2c05008651888c724417ce7cdf04.jpg?resize=564%2C563&quality=89&ssl=1 "Nail Art with Blue Glitter and Nude Accents") [via instagram.com](https://www.instagram.com/p/-KUzi7tAIY/) > How do you even have sex with those nails? Bahaha. ## **19. Fidget Spinner Nails** ![Hellogiggles Com](https://i0.wp.com/stayathomemum.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2017/ 07/FidgetSpinnerNails-e1495493559145-700x525.jpg?resize=700%2C525&quality=89&ssl =1 "Unusual Nail Art Trends for") [hellogiggles.com](http://hellogiggles.com/fidget-spinner-craze-nail/) > I. CAN’T. EVEN. ## **20. Fried Egg Manicure** ![22 weird nail trends that shouldnt exist | stay at home mum](https://i0.wp.com/ stayathomemum.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/tumblr_npp1ldXjxm1stl1d1o1_500.jpg? resize=500%2C500&quality=89&ssl=1 "Fried Egg Nail Art Design") [fuckyeahprettynails.tumblr.com](http://fuckyeahprettynails.tumblr.com/page/2) > I like eggs…well..anywhere but not on the nails. ## **21. 󠀁[Nipple](https://stayathomemum.com.au/my-lifestyle/inverted-nipples/)󠁿 Nail Art** ![Www Shemazing Net](https://i0.wp.com/stayathomemum.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2017/ 07/side-nails-1.jpg?resize=624%2C676&quality=89&ssl=1 "Nail Art with Unique Designs") > EWW. EWWWW. EEEWWWW. My trypophobic self is going berserk. ## **22. 3D Nail Art** ![Rhinestone and pearl embellished nail design for a bold look](https://i0.wp.com/ stayathomemum.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/japanese-3d-nail-art-press-on-nails- false-nails-beautiful-silver-diamond-rhinestones-nail-tips-t087k.jpg?resize=640% 2C497&quality=89&ssl=1 "Nail Art with Rhinestones and Pearls") > BAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAH NO COMMENT! Nail trends have been around for centuries, but today’s market has gone even further. Some of the recent trends are downright strange, abandoning all norms of fashion. From having small objects embedded in the nails to going full-on abstract with wacky shapes and colors, there have been some 22 weird nail trends that are difficult to comprehend – in fact, they may even seem like they should not exist! ### _**Do you have any plans of copping these out-of-this-world nail trends?**_ ### _**Please think twice. Lol!**_ ![22 weird nail trends that shouldnt exist | stay at home mum](https://i0.wp.com/ stayathomemum.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/22-Weird-Nail-Trends-That-Shouldnt- Exist-3.jpg?resize=600%2C900&quality=89&ssl=1 "Nail Trends That Shouldnt Exist") ![author avatar](https://i0.wp.com/stayathomemum.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/ 12/clare_whitfield_profile.webp?quality=80&ssl=1) Clare Whitfield Chief Editor Clare Whitfield is the Editor of Stay at Home Mum and a recognised voice in practical home management for Australian families. Based in the northern suburbs of Sydney, she balances editorial leadership with life as a stay at home mum to two school age children. Her background in home economics and more than a decade of experience in recipe development, family budgeting, and household systems inform her work. [See Full Bio](https://stayathomemum.com.au/author/clare_whitfield/) [ ](https://stayathomemum.com.au/author/clare_whitfield/)