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Beauty · October 29, 2020

50 Gorgeous Winter Nail Ideas for the Holiday Season

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Sweater weather is almost hereee! Yayy!! Does anyone else also love the cold weather? Everything from the snow falling to staying in bed late with heavy blankets makes me so excited. Lazy people unite🀣

And in between all this getting my nails done makes me feel like I’ve my sh*t together lol (wish I was joking).

But if you’re anywhere near as indecisive as I am, you’d know the struggle of picking the perfect winter nail design.

So guess what, you don’t have to worry because I’ve got you covered with 50 nail ideas for winter and Christmas which you can try anytime this entire season.

So without further do, let’s get started!


Winter Nail Ideas to kickstart the holiday spirit


1. Fancy Christmasy

winter nails

How beautiful is this design right?! It is perfect for parties and Christmas themed get-togethers. For the ombre part, put the white nail polish first and then add the red nail polish with a sponge to get a similar effect.


Recreate this design:

βœ” Buy White Nail Polish

βœ” Buy Red Nail Polish

βœ” Buy Nail Beads


2. Classy winterish

winter nails

This is perfect for all the minimalistic ladies out there who like a clean manicure but don’t like crazy designs. Not to mention, this nude nail design will go a long way with many outfits so you don’t need to constantly worry about getting a different color manicure throughout the cold season.


Recreate this design:

βœ” Buy Similar Nude Color

βœ” Buy Similar Pink Polish

βœ” Buy Nail Glitter


3. Lacey snowflakes

winter nails

Aren’t these adorable?! Snowflakes literally scream winter but if you don’t wanna go red all the way for Christmas, try adding these blue snowflakes to spice up your look.


Recreate this design:

βœ” Buy Snowflake Nail Stickers


4. Red Santa

winter nail ideas

I am in awe of how beautiful this design looks? Also, isn’t that lil bear the most adorable thing?.


Recreate this design:

βœ” Buy Same Red Polish

βœ” Buy White Polish


5. Blue Dreams

christmas nails

This stunning color would definitely make your winter 10 times better. Add a snowflake on top for that extra holiday mood.


Recreate this design:

βœ” Buy Similar Nail Polish

βœ” Buy Snowflake Sticker


6. Green stars

winter nails

Try this spectacular nail design to celebrate the festivity.


Recreate this design:

βœ” Buy Green Polish

βœ” Buy White Polish

βœ” Buy Glitter Polish


7. Glamorous Maroon

winter nails

I for sure have my eyes on this design and so will everyone else when you slay it.


Recreate this design:

βœ” Buy Matte Maroon Polish

βœ” Buy Glossy Maroon Polish

βœ” Buy Glitter Polish


8. Soft blue

winter nails

A glamorous yet effortlessly chic design that is ideal for the chilly weather.


Recreate this design:

βœ” Buy Similar Polish


9. Snowy Stiletto

winter nails

Being a lil extra hurts no one so why not try this jaw-dropping stiletto design during the frosty weather.


Recreate this design:

βœ” Buy Glitter Polish

βœ” Buy Stickers


10. Santa Red

winter nails, christmas nails

Wearing this on Christmas Eve would absolutely grab everyone’s attention. Add the studs to complete your at-home Christmas manicure.


Recreate this design:

βœ” Buy Red Polish

βœ” Buy Matte Red Polish

βœ” Buy White Polish

βœ” Buy Nail Studs


11. Gift time

winter nails, christmas nails

Get crafty with this nail art design while opening your stocking stuffers. Apply a red polish and use your DIY skills to replicate the ribbon and snowflake.


Recreate this design:

βœ” Buy Similar Polish


12. Minimal French

winter nails, christmas nails

Don’t wanna go overboard with the crazy nail art designs? No worries! Give this immaculate french manicure a shot.


Recreate this design:

βœ” Buy Same Polish


13. Blue drama

winter nails, christmas nails

This shade of blue looks so exquisite and perfectly fits the cool season looks.


Recreate this design:

βœ” Buy Blue Polish

βœ” Buy Nail Beads


14. Frozen Weather

winter nails, christmas nails

Doesn’t this remind us of the Frozen movie? Rock it this winter season to steal the show.


Recreate this design:

βœ” Buy Similar Polish

βœ” Buy Holographic Polish

βœ” Buy Nail Glitter


15. Halloween baby

winter nails, christmas nails

Who said Halloween is over? Hello, This one is for all my Halloween babies who miss Halloween in the winter season. You can still wear Halloween nail designs in the winter with winterish theme colorsπŸ˜‰


Recreate this design:

βœ” Buy Gray Polish

βœ” Buy Black Polish


16. Magenta edge

winter nails, christmas nails

Getting bored of all the grays and blues!? Then try this beauteous design which fits the winter theme a little too well.


Recreate this design:

βœ” Buy Similar Polish

βœ” Buy Glitter Polish


17. Sleek red

winter nails, christmas nails

Go for this classy red nail design this holiday season to look sleek and effortlessly hot.


Recreate this design:

βœ” Buy Same Polish

βœ” Buy Glitter Polish


18. Ombre winter

winter nails, christmas nails

How edgy does this design look right?? Plus it screams winter!


Recreate this design:

βœ” Buy Plum Polish


19. Typical Christmasy

winter nails, christmas nails

Steal the spotlight with these basic red nails with a dramatic touch.


Recreate this design:

βœ” Buy Red Polish

βœ” Buy White Polish


20. Glossy shine

winter nails, christmas nails

This design is so simple yet so glamorous. All you have to do is wear some glitter polish.


Recreate this design:

βœ” Buy Similar Polish


21. Blinding Green

winter nails, christmas nails

Ready to blind everyone with this breathtakingly pretty mint shade? Look no further and try out this color this winter.


Recreate this design:

βœ” Buy Similar Polish


22. Elegant blizzard

winter nails, christmas nails

Wanna give off the cool glam aunt vibes? Go ahead and paint your nails like this.


Recreate this design:

βœ” Buy Pink Polish

βœ” Buy Cream Polish


23. Posh frost

winter nails, christmas nails

This nail design is to die for and has those main character vibes.


Recreate this design:

βœ” Buy Holographic Polish

βœ” Buy Glitter Polish


24. Chic Nude

winter nails, christmas nails

This one has to be my favorite for sure! Kylie Jenner wore it I believe and they just look so ravishing.


Recreate this design:

βœ” Buy Nude Polish

βœ” Buy Black Polish


25. Grunge red

winter nails, christmas nails

If you don’t like all the cool soft winter colors, don’t worry and paint your nails with this gorgeous shade.


Recreate this design:

βœ” Buy Similar Polish


26. Icy chill

winter nails, christmas nails

Nothing like a classy white snowflake design! Paint your nails white and add snowflakes on one of them for that seasonal reminder.


Recreate this design:

βœ” Buy White Polish


27. Winter wonderland

winter nails, christmas nails

This design perfectly pictures winter childhood nostalgia. And you can recreate it too with just a little bit of practice.


Recreate this design:

βœ” Buy Blue Polish

βœ” Buy Sparkly Polish


28. Celestial stars

winter nails, christmas nails

Put your creativity at work with this stunningly detailed design. A little practice goes a long way.


Recreate this design:

βœ” Buy Similar Polish

βœ” Buy Black Polish


29. Secretive Black

winter nails, christmas nails

How splendid does this nail art look right! And it has that witchy aura too.


Recreate this design:

βœ” Buy Black Polish


3o. Xmas Eve

winter nails, christmas nails

Feeling lack of designs to decide for Xmas. This one is really easy and looks good too.


Recreate this design:

βœ” Buy Green Polish

βœ” Buy Red Polish

βœ” Buy Nude Polish


31. Dazzling blue

winter nails, christmas nails

Oh my goodness! This one looks like the beautiful sky and reminds me of the galaxies which I’m sure everyone loves right?


Recreate this design:

βœ” Buy Similar Polish


32. Milky White

winter nails, christmas nails

Nothing looks more pretty and dreamier than some white almond nails. Paint your nails like this and it will go with almost everything this season.


Recreate this design:

βœ” Buy Similar Polish


33. Black snowflakes

winter nails, christmas nails

Don’t we all love how black basically fits every season? You can never go wrong with it and put some snowflakes on top for that winter touch.


Recreate this design:

βœ” Buy Black Polish

βœ” Buy Snowflake Stickers


34. Minimal Cute

winter nails, christmas nails

It is ok if you can’t keep up with the forever changing seasonal trends. Wear this nail color to still look cute for the season.


Recreate this design:

βœ” Buy Similar Polish


35. Xmas candy

winter nails, christmas nails

Craving some candy. Wear your fav red nail polish this way to steal the limelight.


Recreate this design:

βœ” Buy Red Polish

βœ” Buy White Polish


36. Grayish present

winter nails, christmas nails

Who said you can’t take inspo from your Christmas ornaments. Try these nails which are different from your basic red nails.


Recreate this design:

βœ” Buy Same Polish

βœ” Buy White Polish

βœ” Buy Glitter Polish


37. Candy cane

winter nails, christmas nails

Grab your red and white nail polishes and create this easy design that suits the Christmas vibes effortlessly.


Recreate this design:

βœ” Buy Red Polish

βœ” Buy Glitter Polish


38. Opulent glitter

winter nails, christmas nails

Just put some glitter over your nails and look glam. It doesn’t get any more easier.


Recreate this design:

βœ” Buy Glitter Polish


39. Arctic blue

winter nails, christmas nails

Freezing in the winter and dreading getting out of your blankets? This color happens to describe that exact feeling.


Recreate this design:

βœ” Buy Similar Polish


40. Stunning Rose Gold

winter nails, christmas nails

Apply this stunning rose gold shade last minute on your nails to look put together at every party.


Recreate this design:

βœ” Buy Polish


41. Glossy Green

winter nails, christmas nails

Is it even holiday season if you don’t wear some greens? Paint your nails with this marvelous shade for the festivity.


Recreate this design:

βœ” Buy Similar Polish


42. Flashy mint

winter nails, christmas nails

Wearing this would easily have all eyes set on your nails and it is guaranteed that you’ll receive a ton of compliments.


Recreate this design:

βœ” Buy Similar Polish


43. Basic cozy

winter nails, christmas nails

Not celebrating Christmas or just want something other than the red and greens? Wear this nail combination to look extra adorable.


Recreate this design:

βœ” Buy Grey Polish

βœ” Buy Similar Polish


44. Textured Gray

winter nails, christmas nails

Grey has never looked this good. They look so pretty and are easy to replicate.


Recreate this design:

βœ” Buy Grey Polish

βœ” Buy Dark Grey Polish

βœ” Buy Stickers


45. Sparkly White

winter nails

Grab a glitter gel polish and paint your nails. You’d have these gorgeous looking nails in under 10 minutes.


Recreate this Design:

βœ” Buy Glitter Gel Polish


46. Dripping cold

winter nail ideas

How well this design embodies the freezing cold weather? The stiletto adds the cherry on top!


Recreate this Design:

βœ” Buy Similar Polish

βœ” Buy Glitter Polish


47. Snowy dreamland

winter nail ideas

This design is reminiscent of the snowy dreamland that we see in animation movies. And this nail color screams winter!


Recreate this Design:

βœ” Buy Similar Polish


48. Holiday decor

winter nail ideas

If you still haven’t decided on your Christmas nails, just close your eyes and pick this one. Trust me, you’d slay it.


Recreate this Design:

βœ” Buy Nail Stickers


49. Plum beauty

winter nail ideas

Transition from fall to the winter season with this nail design that is a perfect blend of both seasons.


Recreate this Design:

βœ” Buy Polish


50. Red criss-cross

winter nail ideas

Last but not the least, copy this comparatively simple criss-cross nail design in the holiday season.


Recreate this Design:

βœ” Buy Similar Polish


If you made it this far, I hope you liked these winter and Christmas nail ideas and found them helpful in some way! Please pin them or comment below if you like them:)

Bye and happy holidays!


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  1. Tanria says

    December 22, 2023 at 8:34 pm

    Very nice work

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