Step into Oz with these Wicked-inspired nail designs! 🌟 From emerald chrome to magical pink ombré, these looks are trending just in time for the new movie release. 💚
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Magical Wicked Nail Designs to Try This November

ByClare S

Step into Oz with these Wicked-inspired nail designs! 🌟 From emerald chrome to magical pink ombré, these looks are trending just in time for the new movie release. 💚

With the next Wicked movie hitting theatres this November, it’s the perfect time to add a little emerald magic to your nail menu. ✨ Whether your clients are longtime Elphaba fans or just love a bold, dramatic look for their next salon visit, “Wicked Nails” are officially trending.

From deep green chrome and glitter fades to pink-and-green contrast sets inspired by Glinda and Elphaba’s friendship, there’s no shortage of ways to bring a touch of Oz to your nail designs this season.

And if you’re smart about it, you can turn this movie buzz into new bookings and content that performs like magic on your socials. 💅

Step into Oz with these Wicked-inspired nail designs! 🌟 From emerald chrome to magical pink ombré, these looks are trending just in time for the new movie release. 💚
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20 Wicked Nail Ideas for the Movie Premiere 💅✨

Bold hot pink meets intricate clock-face detailing, with a hint of sparkle that screams Glinda’s bubbly personality—perfect for stepping out in style.
Bold hot pink meets intricate clock-face detailing, with a hint of sparkle that screams Glinda’s bubbly personality—perfect for stepping out in style.
A metallic green swoop contrasts beautifully with a soft pink backdrop, channeling Elphaba’s mystique and elegance with a modern twist.
A metallic green swoop contrasts beautifully with a soft pink backdrop, channeling Elphaba’s mystique and elegance with a modern twist.
Neon green and vibrant pink collide in a playful, gear-inspired design—ideal for those who love to mix fun with drama.
Neon green and vibrant pink collide in a playful, gear-inspired design—ideal for those who love to mix fun with drama.

Marketing Tips for Nail Techs: How to Turn the Wicked Trend Into Bookings

👉 Create a themed service menu
Offer a limited-time “Wicked Nails Set” or “Emerald City Chrome Upgrade.” Adding a fun name helps clients connect the trend with the movie release.

👉 Promote early for premiere week
Share sneak peeks or a “Now booking for Wicked weekend” post two weeks before release day. People love planning their glam looks in advance!

👉 Film a short video of the transformation
Use trending Wicked sounds on Instagram or TikTok — even a simple before-and-after reel can bring new eyes to your page.

👉 Offer a ‘watch party’ discount
Encourage group bookings with a small discount if two or more clients book the same day. Perfect for friends seeing the movie together.

👉 Tag strategically
Use hashtags like #WickedNails #EmeraldCityNails #GlindaNails #ElphabaVibes and tag the official Wicked movie accounts when relevant to reach new fans.

👉 Retail tie-in
Display nail oils, hand creams, or glitter cuticle oils with labels like “Glinda Glow” or “Elphaba Elixir” — they make adorable upsells for movie-night self-care.

More Wicked Nail Art Designs

Glittery pink French tips with a wicked green edge bring a fresh and flirty take on the Glinda-meets-Elphaba aesthetic.
Glittery pink French tips with a wicked green edge bring a fresh and flirty take on the Glinda-meets-Elphaba aesthetic.
Stained glass-inspired greens and blacks create a stunning homage to Oz’s magical Emerald City.
Stained glass-inspired greens and blacks create a stunning homage to Oz’s magical Emerald City.
Sleek pink and green color-blocked nails with shimmering accents feel like a perfect balance of sweet Glinda and bold Elphaba.
Sleek pink and green color-blocked nails with shimmering accents feel like a perfect balance of sweet Glinda and bold Elphaba.
Mosaic-like green patterns with gold accents give an enchanting, treasure-like feel—think of the magical land of Oz at your fingertips!
Mosaic-like green patterns with gold accents give an enchanting, treasure-like feel—think of the magical land of Oz at your fingertips!
Soft pink and earthy green nails with delicate star accents capture the charm of Glinda’s wand and Elphaba’s sorcery.
Soft pink and earthy green nails with delicate star accents capture the charm of Glinda’s wand and Elphaba’s sorcery.
A mix of green swirls, pink hues, and glittery details creates a whimsical nail set that’s ready for the yellow brick road.
A mix of green swirls, pink hues, and glittery details creates a whimsical nail set that’s ready for the yellow brick road.
Airy pastels, vivid greens, and hand-painted broomstick and sparkle details bring a dreamy Wicked-inspired fantasy to life.
Airy pastels, vivid greens, and hand-painted broomstick and sparkle details bring a dreamy Wicked-inspired fantasy to life.

A shimmering pink and green combination with a crown accent and a tiny witch hat adds a perfect balance of Glinda’s sparkle and Elphaba’s charm.
A shimmering pink and green combination with a crown accent and a tiny witch hat adds a perfect balance of Glinda’s sparkle and Elphaba’s charm.
Glittery simplicity with deep green and soft pink nails captures the essence of both characters without overcomplicating.
Glittery simplicity with deep green and soft pink nails captures the essence of both characters without overcomplicating.
Intricately painted "Defying Gravity" details alongside Elphaba’s face make these nails a bold statement for fans of the musical.
Intricately painted “Defying Gravity” details alongside Elphaba’s face make these nails a bold statement for fans of the musical.
Wave-inspired green and pink glitter accents bordered with gold create a mesmerizing, whimsical look.
Wave-inspired green and pink glitter accents bordered with gold create a mesmerizing, whimsical look.
Pink pearls, vivid green flames, and spiderweb details bring together elegance and drama in a truly Wicked-inspired design.
Pink pearls, vivid green flames, and spiderweb details bring together elegance and drama in a truly Wicked-inspired design.
Rich greens and blacks with shimmering finishes evoke the mysterious allure of Elphaba’s world.
Rich greens and blacks with shimmering finishes evoke the mysterious allure of Elphaba’s world.
Vibrant hand-painted designs featuring Elphaba, Glinda’s wand, ruby slippers, and flowing green swirls celebrate iconic moments from the story.
Vibrant hand-painted designs featuring Elphaba, Glinda’s wand, ruby slippers, and flowing green swirls celebrate iconic moments from the story.
Vivid depictions of Elphaba and Glinda in hand-painted portraits make these nails a show-stopping tribute to the musical.
Vivid depictions of Elphaba and Glinda in hand-painted portraits make these nails a show-stopping tribute to the musical.
Ombre designs blending soft pink into glittering green with tiny rhinestones evoke the dreamy magic of Oz’s landscapes.
Ombre designs blending soft pink into glittering green with tiny rhinestones evoke the dreamy magic of Oz’s landscapes.
Long, coffin-shaped nails with spiderweb details, a dramatic Elphaba design, and shimmering green accents are perfect for an enchanting night out.
Long, coffin-shaped nails with spiderweb details, a dramatic Elphaba design, and shimmering green accents are perfect for an enchanting night out.

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