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And this year,nails are proving to be more of a delightthan ever.
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This season, winter nail art is all about maximum fun with minimal work.
Sure, there are the beautiful deep greens anddark red nail polishesthat always trend as thebest winter nail colors.
Matte Red
Looking for a mani that makes a serious statement but is still easy to DIY?
Your search stops now.
Nothing says wintertime quite like a chic matte red manicure.
Create the look by topping yourfavorite red nail polishwithOPIs Matte Top Coat.
To create the look, nail artist Zola Ganzorigt usedOPIs Midnight Mantra.
For a similar look, tryOlive & June press-ons in Hand-Painted Plaid.
When in doubt, a black mani is what its all about.
We loveOPIs Black Onyx.
Metallic Glitter
Ring in the new year with a bangin mani.
To get the look, nail creator Maritza Williams usedBeauty Garde Longwear Nail Polish in Legend.
Use it to top off and elevate your usual shade for the holidays.
Classic Red
More of a traditionalist?
We dont blame you.
Merry Mix & Match
Cant choose just oneholiday nail design?
Now you dont have to!
Mistletoe Merlot
Love classic red but want to kick it up a notch?
Consider a sweet mistletoe-Merlot manicure tosend your crush a message.
Confetti French
For something colorful and party-ready, try a sweet confetti look.
you could DIY withOrly Nail Lacquer in Turn it Up.
Cheetah Red
Another chic way to elevate red nails?
Cheetah-print accent nails, of course.
Holly Gold
Holly-inspired nail art with golden tips?
Create the look withElla + Mila nail polish in Dream,Drippin Gold,Island Hopping, andKiss Kiss.
Disco Nails
Ifdisco curlsare trending, why shouldnt disco nails?
Live your best life withZOYA Nail Polish in Cosmo Magical Pixiedust.
Forest French
Tired of red?
Simply lean into green.
Our favorite shade for the job isLondontowns Mistletoe.
Winter Blues
Cant choose just one shade of blue?
You dont have to!
Re-create this moody look withILNPs Overcast Collection.
Gold Leaves
Minimalist-manilovers, this ones for you!
Get the look withJinSoons Audacity.
Get the lookwith press-ons.
Starry Night
Winter blues?
We dont know her!
Not when our midnight blue mani is oh so sparkly, at least.
Silver Bells
Silver glitter French tips paired with dainty snowflake nail art are festive yet understated.
To create the snowflakes, use a thin nail brush and dotting tool.
you could find both in this nail artset from Manucurist.
Try two different tones in forest green and sage to add some dimension.
We love the combo ofChina Glaze in Emerald MagicandEssie Ferris of Them All.
Cobalt Blue
Bright blue winter nails are bold and statement-making.
Let the color do all the talking and opt for short nails with a rounded shape.
Candy Cane
Make red Christmas nails more festive with candy cane accent nails.
Go literal with tiny candy cane nail art or opt for a stripe pattern.
Bronze Glitter
Instead of silver, gold, or rose gold, opt for bronze metallic.
Icy Barbie
For a festive spin onBarbie nails, try this glitter nails ombre design.
Sugarplum Fairy
Matte lavender tips and a pink base are the sweetest pairing.
Finish off your fairy-inspired look with tiny pearls for a whimsical touch.
Liquid Gold
Bring your textured manicure to the next level with shiny gold glitter chrome.
Keep the rest of the nail nude for a more minimalist feel.
Rainbow Confetti
Countdown to 2025 with these confetti-inspired New Years nails.
To achieve the look, layer different colored nail foils to create the illusion of dimension and texture.
Opt for short nails to balance out the busy design.
Celebrity manicuristBetina GoldsteinusedBrillBird UKto create black stripes, which she layered with silver sparkle for an eye-catching effect.
70s Groove
Embrace the moody shades of winter with a 70s-inspired manicure.
Add a polish with metallic finish to play with texture.
Alien Superstar
Something about these iridescent green chrome nails reminds us ofThe Grinch.
Top things off withholographic starsto add an extra dose of sparkle.
Ombre Glitter
Why wear one glitter polish when you could wear two?
Champagne Sparkles
Cheers to the most perfect shimmery polish weve ever seen.
(ItsEssie in Semi-Precious Tones, in case you think so too.)
Daisy Nails
Seventies vibes are still having a momenton hairor on nails.
Get in on the look withDeco Miamis Stay Groovy stickers.
Matcha green base optional but encouraged.
Hot Chocolate Nails
The only thing yummier than a mug of piping-hot cocoa?
A mani that combines a range of chocolate shades.
Mixed Media
The best nail-art pattern of them all this winter?
Not settling on just one.
Play with lines, shapes, and French-tip styles for a truly one-of-a-kind manicure.
Icy Tips
Its not really winter until the snow fallsat least on your fingertips.
French Manicure
Make this the year you reacquaint yourself with press-ons (if you havent already).
Smooth Shapes
The 70s strike again.
The trick here is grounding the color palette in neutral tones for a pattern that works all season long.
Cartoon Sparkles
The litmus test for nail trends this season: Does it make us happy?
This is an obvious yes.
Cherry Red
Red nail polish transcends seasons, but it really shines during the holidays.
TryEssie Gel Couture in Bubbles Onlyfor a cherry red that shines all year round.
Metallic Dots
These playful polka dots feel like they belong on a New Years party favor.
Split Shades
Cant decide on one trend?
Get the best of all of them by mixing and matching pastels and brights across every nail.
Black Licorice
If it aint broken, dont fix it.
Snowcap French
Swooping French tips are a nod to snowy mountains, without feeling obvious.
Gold twinkles add a glamorous touch.
White Shimmer
Put a spin on classic winter white nails with a cool holographic glitter topcoat.
Try Pacifica’sBio Glitter in Celestialfor a similar effect.
Agold decaladds another special touch.
Use a mix ofstickersand hand-painted designs for the coolest mix.
Bonus: Its great if youre trying togrow your nails, since the holographic effect makes nails look superlong.
Blinged-Out French
A diamond-encrusted mani is perfect for holiday parties and beyond.
Cozy Stripes
Pair your favorite striped sweater with some nail polish to match.
For this look, nail artist Betina Goldstein used Chanel Le Vernis Nail Colour inBrun FumeandRouge Brun.
Icy Blue Twinkles
For another take on cartoon sparkles, decorate only a few nails.
An ice blue color palette keeps everything feeling nice and wintry.
Gold Tips
Give cool gilded tips a dreamy celestial touch with gold star stickers.
Frosty Tips
Holographic tips (tryCirque Colors Aquamarine) adds some dimension to a tone-on-tone mani.
Evergreen
Holiday ready without being too on the nose.
TryOlive & Junes Geometryto get the look.
Stuffed Olives
What better companion to your Friday (or Tuesday) night martini?
50 Shades of Blue
A mix of blue tones is so pretty and serene.
Bordeaux Tips
A deep red tip goes perfectly with chillier weather.
Abstract Swirls
Not feeling a full red mani?
Opt for artful swirls instead.
Black Micro French
A thinner tip feels a little more modernas does using black instead of white.
Mixed Patterns
A mishmash of trendy patterns like checkerboards and smiley faces couldnt be cuter.
Silver Stripes
Cooler temps call for cooler tones, like this pretty swoops of silver and black.
Cute Hearts
While it may not feel like it, Valentines Day is just around the corner.
Get in the mood with this cute negative-space heart mani.
Colorful Swirls
Swoops of red add a colorful touch to an otherwise minimal mani.
