Raised flowers, chrome magnet, sugar-effect glitter and every tool you need for an influencer-worthy manicure, done at home.
If you've scrolled TikTok for more than thirty seconds, you already know what we're talking about: nails with tiny flowers that look sculpted, chrome effects that shift colour as you move your hand, glitter so dense it looks like sugar poured over the lacquer. These aren't 40-euro salon manicures. They're decorations that apply themselves, over a base that's already done, in just a few minutes.
Dream Shop has just added everything you need to recreate them: 3D stickers, magnets for the cat eye effect, diamond glitter, punk studs, plus the precision tools — a nail drill, sponges, silicone pens, protective tape — that make the difference between nail art done well and nail art done messily.
In this guide you'll find every single decoration, how to apply it and what to pair it with. If you're starting from zero, the ideal base is still the gel pen nail polish already covered in our dedicated guide — here we focus on everything that goes on top of it. The full kit is in the Semi-permanent polish and nail art collection.
3D Decorations: Flowers and Studs That Don't Go Unnoticed
Raised nail art is the trend that has dethroned solid-colour polish: it's not about painting, but about applying small three-dimensional elements over an already-cured base, with the same gesture you'd use to stick on a sticker. The result has a depth and texture no brush can replicate, and that's exactly why these accessories keep filling the feeds of anyone doing their own nail art.
3D flowers work on any base, from nude to bright colour, and add a romantic touch without tipping into country style: applied to one or two nails per hand — the ring finger and pinky remain the most photogenic choice — they're enough to turn a simple manicure into a detail that gets noticed. Punk studs, on the other hand, take the nail into edgier territory: perfect for anyone who loves contrasting an elegant outfit with a bold detail, or for building a themed manicure on all ten nails at once.
3D Flower Nail Stickers
Ready-to-use raised stickers, applied to dry polish or already-cured semi-permanent with a light press. No extra glue to buy, no nail-artist skill required: the flower is already made, you just decide where to place it.
Pick your set and shop →For anyone who wants to be bolder, this season's winning combination is applying studs to short nails — where they hold better and chip less — and saving 3D flowers for longer nails, where there's enough space to place them without crowding the surface.
Both decorations come in boxes with multiple pieces, so a single purchase is enough for several manicures. The rest of the nail art line is in the Semi-permanent polish and nail art collection.
The Magnetic Cat Eye Effect: the Trend That Changes Colour as You Move Your Hand
If you've seen nails that seem to have a line of light that shifts as you move your hand, it's not a filter: it's the cat eye effect, achieved with a magnetic-based gel polish and a magnet that, passed over the still-uncured polish, aligns the metallic particles in a precise direction. The result resembles a cat's eye, or a faceted gem, depending on how you move the magnet.
The technique takes three steps: apply the magnetic gel polish, hold the magnet 2-3 mm above the surface without touching it for a few seconds, then cure under a UV or LED lamp just like any semi-permanent manicure. The pen-shaped magnet is designed exactly for this: its elongated shape lets you see clearly the pattern forming as you move it, which is much harder with a flat magnet.
Love 3-in-1 Cat Eye Magnet
Three magnetic configurations in a single accessory: classic cat eye effect, 3D heart effect and a starburst pattern. Just switch the head to move from one pattern to another without buying three separate magnets.
Shop the magnet →The cat eye effect works best on dark bases — black, burgundy, midnight blue — where the contrast between the metallic reflection and the background colour is more pronounced. For a softer version, pearl tones give a subtle glow that only shows in direct light.
A UV lamp is essential for curing the magnetic gel polish: if you don't already have one, the portable mini UV lamp covered in our gel pen polish guide works perfectly here too.
Sugar-Effect Glitter and Pearl Finish: the Textures That Make the Difference
Not all decorations apply with your fingers: some are "dusted" on. Sugar-effect diamond glitter is an ultra-fine powder applied over polish that's still slightly tacky — or over a dedicated top coat — creating a granular surface that reflects light in every direction, very different from classic flat glitter. The effect really does resemble sugar poured over a glossy surface, hence the name.
The pearl champagne finish, on the other hand, plays on a completely different register: it's a cream polish with micro pearlescent particles that air-dries quickly, with no need for a UV lamp. It's the right choice for anyone who wants a sophisticated colour in five minutes, skipping the lamp-curing step entirely — perfect for a last-minute touch-up before heading out.
Sugar-Effect Diamond Nail Glitter
Ultra-fine, high-reflectivity powder, applied with the included spatula or a sponge onto polish that's still damp. One layer is enough to cover the whole nail, two for a denser, more dramatic effect.
Pick and shop →If you'd rather stay natural but with a touch of shine, pearl champagne polish does the same job as glitter but in a minimal version, without eye-catching sparkle.
Glitter and the pearl finish also pair well with half-moon or reverse French designs: just apply them to the tip of the nail for a gradient effect instead of full coverage. The full nail art line is in the Semi-permanent polish and nail art collection.
The Prep Kit: the Tools That Separate Amateur From Polished
No decoration, however beautiful, can save a manicure if the nail prep is done poorly. It's the precision tools — not the colours — that make the difference between nail art that looks professional and nail art that looks improvised, and it's the part that beginners doing nail art at home tend to underestimate first.
The diamond nail drill refines cuticles and edges with a precision that a traditional file can't match: especially useful for anyone with thick or uneven skin around the nail. Double-tip silicone pens, on the other hand, are used for 3D sculpting — pushing and shaping the gel before curing, to create small decorative details without having to buy professional nail-tech brushes. Finally, peel-off latex tape is applied around the nail before spreading polish or glitter and removed at the end of the job, taking every smudge with it: it solves the number-one problem for anyone doing their own nail art, namely colour ending up on the skin.
Diamond Nail Drill
Set of interchangeable bits for refining cuticles, edges and surface before applying polish or decorations. The difference really shows in how long it lasts: a well-prepped nail holds polish and 3D stickers better.
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Latex tape should be applied right after the drill, while the nail is already clean and the skin around it is still dry: that's when it sticks best and peels off cleanly at the end of the job.
The Complete Manicure: From the Base to Gel Pen Polish to the Decorations
Every decoration in this guide needs a base, and the easiest base to manage on your own remains gel pen nail polish: it applies like a marker, cures under a UV or LED lamp in seconds and lasts like a salon semi-permanent manicure. You'll find it explained step by step in our complete gel pen nail polish guide, with a 4-step tutorial and 28 available shades.
The most efficient route, if you're starting from zero, is this: prep the nail with the diamond nail drill, apply the base with gel pen polish or with gel stickers if you'd rather have even fewer steps, cure under the lamp, then decorate with 3D flowers, studs, glitter or the cat eye effect depending on the occasion. The French tip stamp is still useful here too, for anyone who wants a half-moon base before applying decorations to the tip.
Gel Pen Nail Polish — 28 Shades
Marker-style applicator, semi-permanent gel formula, cures under the lamp in seconds. The ideal base to build every decoration in this guide on, from the most understated nude to dark tones for the cat eye effect.
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With these pieces you really have everything: base, cure, decoration and finish. The complete kit — gel pen polish, gel stickers, lamp and every accessory in this guide — is in the Semi-permanent polish and nail art collection.
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Frequently asked questions about nail art decorations
How do you apply 3D nail stickers?
3D stickers like raised flowers are applied over dry polish or already-cured semi-permanent: just position them with tweezers and press lightly to make them stick. No extra glue needed, the sticker is ready to use as is. The full set is on the 3D Flower Nail Stickers product page.
How does the cat eye magnet work?
Apply a magnetic-based gel polish, then hold the magnet 2-3 millimetres above the surface, without touching it, for a few seconds: the metallic particles in the polish align following the magnet's movement, creating the reflective effect. Once you've got the pattern you want, cure under a UV or LED lamp like a classic semi-permanent. The Love 3-in-1 cat eye magnet offers three different patterns in a single accessory.
How long does diamond glitter last on nails?
Applied over a semi-permanent base and sealed with a top coat, sugar-effect diamond glitter lasts as long as the base manicure: generally two to three weeks without lifting, since the micro-particles stay anchored in the gel layer. Find it on the Diamond Nail Glitter page.
Do you need a UV lamp for all these decorations?
It depends on the product: gel pen polish, the cat eye effect and glitter over a gel base all need curing under a UV or LED lamp, exactly like a salon semi-permanent. Pearl champagne polish, on the other hand, is formulated to air-dry in a few minutes, with no lamp needed. For the other products, the portable mini UV lamp is all you need.
What are the nail drill and sponges for in nail art?
The diamond nail drill refines cuticles and edges before applying polish or decorations, improving how well the product holds. Double-tip sponges are used to apply glitter, chrome powders and gradients evenly, without leaving patches. These are the tools that make the difference between polished nail art and improvised nail art.
How much do nail art accessories cost and how do I buy them from Dream Shop?
Every Dream Shop nail art accessory is available individually in the dedicated collection, with the price always shown live on the product page. Shipping is free on all orders from €100, and you can pay in 3 interest-free instalments with Klarna by selecting the option at checkout. Returns are accepted within 14 days of receiving your order.
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3D flowers, punk studs, a cat eye magnet, diamond glitter, pearl polish and every precision tool you need: everything for an influencer-worthy manicure, done at home. Free shipping from €100 and payment in 3 interest-free instalments with Klarna.
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