Heat up the cocoa and unfurl those blankets: Winter is here. As much as the chilly (sometimes freezing) weather tends to make us want to stay at home and snuggle under the blankets, winter is also a time for celebration. Most of the big holidays occur during the winter months: Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, New Year’s Eve, and Valentine’s Day, among others. And with the holidays comes holiday dinners, brunches, parties, and gatherings of all sorts. So, most of us are looking forward to getting our digits in fête-ing form.
Scroll on for our favorite winter nail ideas.
1.Break the Ice
Let’s break the ice—and pun very much intended—by starting with a white mismatched manicure with a frosty chrome French tip. And the clear 3D accents against snow-white polish? Ice cold
2.Save Room for Dessert
This two-toned swirl design has us craving a fudge brownie something fierce. The dual finish approach is stunning, but we’d be equally charmed if a set replaced the matte swirls with a caramel polish (and probably more DIY-friendly).
3.Burnt Sugar
Burnt sugar nails is an extremely beautiful nail art design style that replicates the appearance of rich, swirling caramel or tortoiseshell patterns. It is made perfect for people who like bold and sophisticated designs. The presence of warm amber, brown, and black tones will result in a luxurious, glossy effect, much like liquid sugar or a smoky aesthetic.
4.Jewelry Box Mani
Bring the Skittle mani trend into the winter months by swapping your summer brights and autumnal hues for jewel tones. Sapphire, emerald, and citrine make for a rich (in every sense of the word) set.
5.The Entire Jewelry Box Mani
You can finally fully appreciate the “jewel” in “jewel-toned” by pairing gem-inspired polishes with stunning gemstone nail decals. Go with one or two accents on a shorter set for an understated elegance, or go full-on Baroque by layering on all the baubles for an all-out show for those longer nails.
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6.Shimmery Neutral
If big and bold isn’t your speed, you can always take your standard neutral manicure to the party by opting for shimmer formula-or top your favorite neutral polish with a shimmery top coat.
7.Feeling a Little Tinsel
An abstract yet minimalist way to approach tinsel nails? A green velvet mani. To create this one, nail artist Melanie topped a black polish with a green magnetic shade
8.Foiled Again
Nail artist Jen Seales achieved this stunning look by layering foil between two coats of polish. The result? A mesmerizing, multidimensional “stained glass” manicure that’s perfect for a close-up.
9.In the Navy
A reverse French manicure might be all sleek and sophisticated, but it’s surprisingly easy to DIY: For this look, nail artist Sigourney started by painting the entire nail a shimmery gold, then topped that with an opaque navy polish. Consider swapping the gold for silver for a Hanukkah vibe.
10.Orange You Ready for the Holidays?
If you want something a bit different, forget the tinsel-champagne shades and opt for a warmer bronze-orange. It still has that festive feel but will only appear on fewer fingertips.
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11.Your Disco Needs You
“Disco Nails” bring the party to your fingertips with their dazzling, high-shine finish and bold, playful designs. Think holographic glitter, chrome finishes, or shimmering metallics that catch the light like a disco ball. Perfect for nights out or when you want to add a touch of glam to your everyday look! Would you like ideas for creating this style or descriptions for your beauty content?
12.Winter Midnight
Get inspired from a wintry midnight sky full of sparkling stars for your nails. Begin with a deep, midnight blue base and then use a nail brush to create white, 4-point starbursts. Finish off by dropping teeny crystals into the center and seal it all in with a couple of top coats.
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13.Cute Polar Bear Nails
Polar bears simply have to be one of the cutest winter creatures out there. Why not paste them onto your nails? Try a paint chip nail color effect by painting each polish a different shade of blue, then paint on this cute polar bear face like an accent nail.
14.Rose Gold Shimmer
Keep your winter manicure super simple—but still memorable—by leaning into rose-gold tones. To recreate this look, start with a sheer glossy bass, then create a gradient effect with a rose gold sparkle polish.
15.Sweater Nails
Cozy sweater nails are a must-try this winter, and they’re easier to create than you might expect. Begin with a gel polish base in your favorite shade—pastels, earthy neutrals, and rich gemstone tones all work beautifully. Next, use a nail brush to draw sweater-inspired textures, then sprinkle acrylic powder over the design. Seal the look with a matte top coat for that warm, knitted vibe.
16.Icy Lavender Haze
A touch of chrome is always perfect for the winter seasons. Endless possibilities to elevate your look with it. While it is always classic in either silver or gold, why not make it something different? Add a cool, modern touch to your look with a hint of icy lavender chrome, just like the one in this picture.
17.Blue Aura Nails
We love a good aura mani moment, and this stunning blue take on the design is absolutely mesmerizing.
Essential nail care tips:
- Keep your nails hydrated and moisturized.
- Avoid using nails as tools to prevent breakage.
- Apply a strengthening supplement like ProNail Complex for healthier, stronger nails.
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