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Now you dont have to.
Gift Wrapped
Gorgeous nails are a gift; wrap them up accordingly.
Get the exact look withOlive & Junes press-on nails in Platinum Velvet.
Ballerina Red
When in doubt, take somenail inspo from Selena Gomezand her nail artist.
Her manicurist Tom Bachik created this simple yet stunning look by topping red polish with a matte coat.
Golden Chrome
Perfect for Christmas and New Years, this trendy mani is good as gold.
DIY withEssie Metallics Nail Polish in gold metallic.
Oh Christmas Tree
Match your holiday nails to the Christmas tree with this adorably festive mani.
Get the look with a shimmery forest green polish likeOPI Nail Lacquer Peppermint Bark and Bite.
Merry Mistletoe
Meet your mani under the mistletoe!
DIY withmistletoe nail stickers…and pucker up.
For an especially easy to DIY option, tryHolo Tacos Gold Flake Taco.
Get the look withpremade nail decalsorstickers.
Sheer Shimmer
Looking for something a little more low-key?
Consider sophisticated yet subtle shimmer likeOlive & Junes Cosmic Silver, as seen here.
Christmas Lights
Christmas decorations belong on your nails too!
Merry Mix & Match
Cant decide on just one design?
This merry manicure proves that you dont have to.
Bedazzled Red
Level up your favorite red mani by adding shimmer or nail gems to your cuticles.
Plaid Chic
Fall and winter are for footballandplaidjustask Taylor Swift.
Be sure to celebrate accordingly!
Glitter Tips
Nude nails,but make them festive.
Chic Snowflakes
Who said holiday nails had to be red or green?
We certainly didnt, and this delightfully dark design proves it.
DIY withEssies Infinity Cool, and top withsnowflake stickers.
Gingerbread Mani
This gingerbread manicure is the sweetestyet chicestfestive mani weve ever seen.
Recreate the style with a teddy brown polish, likeChanels Impulsion, and trace with awhite polish pen.
Iridescent Emerald
This iridescent emerald mani is equal parts festive and fashion-forward, but the best part?
Its easy to recreate.
Get the look withKellys Emerald by ORLY.
Candy Cane French
Candy cane, but make it fashion.
Get this charming look withOPIs Big Apple Redand awhite polish pen, or opt forcandy-cane-patterned stick-ons.
Delicate Diamonds
If youre looking for something more low-key, look no further than this delicate design.
Simply top yourglazed donut manishade with a shimmer topcoat likeILNPs Poiseand youre good to go sleigh riding.
Snowy Sapphire
Give Blue Christmas a whole new meaning with this sapphire style.
Paint your nails withCirque Colors Sapphireand decorate withfestive decals.
DIY with a mix of navy blue, black, and silver, finished with holographic topcoat likeILNPs Mega.
Snowflake Tips
Snowflake tips are elegant, festive, and laid-back when it comes to DIYing.
Simply paint your tips withOPIs Happy Anniversaryand top withsnowflake stickers.
Theyll look so cute while holding one of theseChristmas cocktails.
Sparkling Santa
Put a fierce spin on a classic French mani with these show-stopping tips.
For extra holiday spirit, turn one (or a few!)
into a Santa hat.
Get the look withCirque Colors Garnet.
DIY withElla+Milas On Thin Ice.
Earthy Ombre
Match your mani to the Christmas tree with this earthy ombre style.
Addemerald green,gold, and festive decals to make it your own.
Get the look withStella Chromas Snowed In.
DIY withLights Lacquers To the Nines.
Skittles Nails
Red, green, and something in betweenmake it purple for an unexpected twist.
Try Essie polishes inHeart of the Jungle,Adrenaline Brush, andFloweristafor a similar vibe.
Gold Dust
A sprinkle of gold leaf makes an otherwise subtle mani feel special.
If you dont have some on hand, a dollop of gold polish will do the trick.
Pick up the brandsCandy Cane setfor everything it’s crucial that you re-create it.
Holiday French
Add a little Christmas spirit toone of the coolest nail trendswith red and green tips.
Bonus points if you match your coffee cup.
Frosted French
Icy silver tips are one of our favoritewinter nail ideasthis year.
Try Ella + Mila polish inMoonshadowfor the glittering tips.
Make like nail artist Queenie Nguyen and top off a pale pink base with an unexpected slanted red tip.
Bonus: The imperfect squiggles are pretty easy to DIY.
Red Plaid
Cluelessmeets Christmas nailscould it get any chicer?
The touch of gold makes it feel extra festive.
Make itOlive & Junes Exclamation Point(seen here), which has the perfect mix of holographic sparkles.
Subtle Snowflakes
Channel your favorite Fair Isle sweater with this cozy snowflake pattern.
If you dont want to attempt free-handing the design, trysnowflake decals.
Shimmering Stripes
Take inspo from your favorite wrapping paper with red and gold stripes.
ChanelsChain DOrandPiratewill give you a similar look at home.
Glitter and Green
A hint of sparkle along the sides is both interesting and easy.
Get the look with Essie inOff Tropicand the brandsLuxeffects Top Coat in gold.
Silver Stars
Not only is this look pretty, but its also insanely easy to do.
All you need are somestar stickersand a dependabletopcoat.
Emerald Green
Consider this a festive nod to Christmas trees without being too on-the-nose.
Forest green is a sophisticated twist on brighter options.
Striking Red
Even the most sophisticated minimalists can get behind this simple design.
Use a tinydetail brushto get the cleanest edges on your circles.
Take your stars to the next level withthis crystal kit.
Glittery Gold
Slapdash stripes of glitter look perfectly imperfect.
For the easiest mani and boldest impact, opt for a polish with big, chunky glitter flakes.
Colorful Gems
Tiny rhinestones almost look like little ornaments on your fingers.
Drop them over a glitter overlay for the blingiest effect.
Buffalo Plaid
Give the ultimate cozy print a festive update.
A pop of blue on the thumb keeps things interesting and adds to the overall winter vibes.
Confetti Nails
This confetti is so cute, we could toss it in the air at midnight.
Concentrating the sparkles at the base of your nails keeps things fresh and plays up the confetti effect.
Try varying shades of green like Nailtopia inYacht WeekandJuice Cleanse.
Silver and Gold
Mixing metals is one way to get into the festive spirt.
Paired with a negative-space French mani, it looks modern, not over-the-top.
Translucent Shine
Clear tips?
Perfect for your next party?
Check, check, and check.
Grinch Green
Theres no better year to channel your inner Grinch.
Nail artist Betina Goldstein used Pearnovas nail polish inOne Piece Wonderfor the look above.
Cozy Stripes
Mimic your favorite sweater with striped nails in a cozy color palette.
Goldstein usedChanel Le Vernis in Brun FumeandRouge Brunfor this look.
Red Stripe
Even a Grinch can get behind a touch of red polish.
To achieve the look at home, use somenail striping tapeto get the crispest possible lines.
Red and Gold
If red and green feels too obvious, add a hint of gold instead.
Snow Scene
A little birdie told me this manicure is the cutest thing Id ever see.
Amazon is full ofnail sequinsin tons of shapes and sizes.
Pearls and Studs
True Red
On the hunt for some Christmas gel nails?
A classic cherry red is a sure bet at any salon.
The contrasting texture is so cool, and the pastel is unexpected.
Snowflake Accent
Break up an icy white mani with a simple snowflake design.
Red Check
Channel your favorite wrapping paper with a classic red plaid.
Keeping the pattern to a few nails makes it easy to DIY.
