glitter effects

Flashy reflective particles

Glitter effects are visual embellishments that simulate the sparkle of glitter—tiny points of light that shimmer or flash.

In digital media, these appear as animated or static overlays on photos, videos, and graphics: She added glitter effects to her Instagram story.

The term also applies to physical crafts and cosmetics where actual glitter creates similar sparkle.

Related

twinkle · dazzle · disco ball · holographic · iridescent · metallic · rhinestones · confetti · disco · fairy · fairy dust · dust · powder · nail · nail art · polish · eyeshadow · craft

Opposites
surface reflectivity and light behavior

glitter effectsmatte finish

Non-reflective surface treatment

matte · flat finish · non-reflective · dead flat · velvet finish

visual complexity and embellishment

glitter effectsminimalist aesthetic

Design favoring stark simplicity

clean finish · natural finish

visual complexity

glitter effectssolid color

Single unbroken hue

smooth finish · monochrome · flat color

Family

glitter, effects, effect, glittering, glittered, glitters, glittery, effective, effectively

Familiarity
Top 500,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G