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Winter Nails

The latest trends in the nail art industry indicate that more and more women want to try new things with their nails during the winter season when it's cold outside, and there are only a few special occasions to celebrate. It gives them an excuse to pamper themselves, a reason to have unique designs for manicures and pedicures. Winter nails look nothing less than classy and elegant and have the ability to make your hands look like you're ready to take over the world.
Winter nail ideas come in different styles, shades, sizes, and shapes. They can be bright or dark and sometimes have a little embellishment on them.
Winter-themed nails are pretty, and keep your nails in style during the wintertime. They are inspired by winter scenery, such as snowflakes, icicles, and ice crystals, and can be applied on nails for any occasion, whether it is an office meeting or an evening party with friends and family. Now, get ready to have fun with the most pleasing winter nail colors and designs during December, January, and February. We rounded up easy-to-complex nail designs from the best artists around the world.

Long Winter Nails

Honeymoon Shimmer Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-405
Honeymoon Shimmer Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-405

Honeymoon Silhouette and Floral Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-411
Honeymoon Silhouette and Floral Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-411

Glitter Gnome Nails | Christmas Nails - NB1395
Glitter Gnome Nails | Christmas Nails - NB1395

Minimal Matte Christmas Tree Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1251
Minimal Matte Christmas Tree Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1251

Santa Claus Chrome Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1324
Santa Claus Chrome Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1324

Foil Design Black Nails with Dots | Dot Nails - NB4481
Foil Design Black Nails with Dots | Dot Nails - NB4481

Blue Metalic Chrome Nail Design for Bridesmaid| Wedding-NB-D-540
Blue Metalic Chrome Nail Design for Bridesmaid| Wedding-NB-D-540

Blue Chrome leaf  Nail Design for Bridesmaid| Wedding-NB-D-543
Blue Chrome leaf Nail Design for Bridesmaid| Wedding-NB-D-543

Short Winter Nails

Bright Christmas Nails
Bright Christmas Nails

Mari_mari_nailart

Birthday Purple Nails with Silver Accents | Birthday Nails - NB5113
Birthday Purple Nails with Silver Accents | Birthday Nails - NB5113

Bridal Shower Minimal Accent Nail Design | Wedding-NB-D-78
Bridal Shower Minimal Accent Nail Design | Wedding-NB-D-78

French Nails with Penguins on a Snowy Day | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3131
French Nails with Penguins on a Snowy Day | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3131

French Nails with Cute Seals | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3138
French Nails with Cute Seals | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3138

Beach Wedding 3D Flower Pink Tonail Design|Wedding-NB-D-491
Beach Wedding 3D Flower Pink Tonail Design|Wedding-NB-D-491

Mother in Law Peach Fuzz Color Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-244
Mother in Law Peach Fuzz Color Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-244

Simple Blue Nail Designs for men |Men's Nail-NB-D-271
Simple Blue Nail Designs for men |Men's Nail-NB-D-271

Winter Wedding Nails

3D Floral Embellished Toenail Design for Honeymoon| Wedding-NB-D-634
3D Floral Embellished Toenail Design for Honeymoon| Wedding-NB-D-634

White Frozen Nails
White Frozen Nails

Minea.nails

Shimmer Love Nails
Shimmer Love Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Bridal Shower Glossy Minimal Nail Design | Wedding-NB-D-83
Bridal Shower Glossy Minimal Nail Design | Wedding-NB-D-83

Crackle Pedicure with 3D Flower Nail Design for Cruise Wedding| Wedding-NB-D-637
Crackle Pedicure with 3D Flower Nail Design for Cruise Wedding| Wedding-NB-D-637

Bridal Shower Embellished Milky Pink Toenail Design | Wedding-NB-D-614
Bridal Shower Embellished Milky Pink Toenail Design | Wedding-NB-D-614

Stamped Ombre With Stones
Stamped Ombre With Stones

Blondivika_nsk

Classy Winter Nails

Silver and Gold Snowflake Nails | Christmas Nails - NB1686
Silver and Gold Snowflake Nails | Christmas Nails - NB1686

Winter Glitter French Nails with Reindeer | Christmas Nails - NB1386
Winter Glitter French Nails with Reindeer | Christmas Nails - NB1386

Full Bling Christmas Tree Nails with Ornaments Design | Winter - NB1295
Full Bling Christmas Tree Nails with Ornaments Design | Winter - NB1295

A Snowy Crystal Ball Nail Art | Christmas Nails - NB1689
A Snowy Crystal Ball Nail Art | Christmas Nails - NB1689

Glossy Sparkling Christmas Tree Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1237
Glossy Sparkling Christmas Tree Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1237

Peach Fuzz Christmas Nails | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1777
Peach Fuzz Christmas Nails | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1777

Elegant Red Nails Rhinestone Design | Embellished Nails - NB4939
Elegant Red Nails Rhinestone Design | Embellished Nails - NB4939

Pastel Nails with Christmas Trees | Winter - NB1283
Pastel Nails with Christmas Trees | Winter - NB1283

Simple Winter Nails

Honeymoon Nude Nails with Minimal Accent Design | Wedding-NB-D-593
Honeymoon Nude Nails with Minimal Accent Design | Wedding-NB-D-593

Black Nails with Micro French Tips | French Manicure - NB3348
Black Nails with Micro French Tips | French Manicure - NB3348

Velvet Glossy Blue
Velvet Glossy Blue

Alexandracojan.trainer

Matte Christmas Tree Nails with Ornaments | Christmas | Winter - NB1254
Matte Christmas Tree Nails with Ornaments | Christmas | Winter - NB1254

Matte Pastel Christmas Trees Nails | Winter - NB1281
Matte Pastel Christmas Trees Nails | Winter - NB1281

Pastel Nails with Minimal Christmas Trees | Winter - NB1279
Pastel Nails with Minimal Christmas Trees | Winter - NB1279

Cute Winter Nails

Cute Winter Theme 2024 New Years Nails | 2024 Nails - NB3748
Cute Winter Theme 2024 New Years Nails | 2024 Nails - NB3748

Marble Design for Purple and Silver Nails | Marble Nails - NB4742
Marble Design for Purple and Silver Nails | Marble Nails - NB4742

Winnie the Pooh Christmas Nail Design | Cartoon Nails - NB1698
Winnie the Pooh Christmas Nail Design | Cartoon Nails - NB1698

Winnie the Pooh Nails for Christmas | Cartoon Nails - NB1704
Winnie the Pooh Nails for Christmas | Cartoon Nails - NB1704

Red and White Reindeer French Nails | Christmas Nails - NB1370
Red and White Reindeer French Nails | Christmas Nails - NB1370

Pastel Christmas Tree Nails with Ornaments Design | Winter - NB1286
Pastel Christmas Tree Nails with Ornaments Design | Winter - NB1286

Simple Christmas Tree Nail Design | Winter - NB1287
Simple Christmas Tree Nail Design | Winter - NB1287

Winnie the Pooh Snowy Nail Design | Cartoon Nails - NB1701
Winnie the Pooh Snowy Nail Design | Cartoon Nails - NB1701

Blue Winter Nails

Blue Chrome leaf  Nail Design for Bridesmaid| Wedding-NB-D-543
Blue Chrome leaf Nail Design for Bridesmaid| Wedding-NB-D-543

Winter Stiletto Nails
Winter Stiletto Nails

Olga_soloveva._

Easy Christmas Trees Nails | Winter - NB1285
Easy Christmas Trees Nails | Winter - NB1285

Cow Print Themed Nails
Cow Print Themed Nails

Olga_soloveva._

Rhinestone French Tip Nails | Embellished Nails - NB4955
Rhinestone French Tip Nails | Embellished Nails - NB4955

Blue Gradient French Tips
Blue Gradient French Tips

Molnar.mariann

White Winter Nails

Winnie the Pooh Winter Nail Design | Cartoon Nails - NB1696
Winnie the Pooh Winter Nail Design | Cartoon Nails - NB1696

Cute White Nails for Birthday | Birthday Nails - NB5147
Cute White Nails for Birthday | Birthday Nails - NB5147

Winnie the Pooh Christmas Nail Design | Cartoon Nails - NB1698
Winnie the Pooh Christmas Nail Design | Cartoon Nails - NB1698

Snowflake and Christmas Tree Matte Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1257
Snowflake and Christmas Tree Matte Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1257

Nude and White Christmas Tree Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1255
Nude and White Christmas Tree Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1255

Winter Glitter French Nails with Reindeer | Christmas Nails - NB1386
Winter Glitter French Nails with Reindeer | Christmas Nails - NB1386

Decorated Christmas Tree Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1236
Decorated Christmas Tree Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1236

Silver and White Winter Nails with Reindeer Head Design | Christmas Nails - NB1391
Silver and White Winter Nails with Reindeer Head Design | Christmas Nails - NB1391

Winter Pink Nails

Ombre Minimal Christmas Tree Nails | Winter - NB1274
Ombre Minimal Christmas Tree Nails | Winter - NB1274

Bridal Shower Minimal Accent Nail Design | Wedding-NB-D-78
Bridal Shower Minimal Accent Nail Design | Wedding-NB-D-78

Midnight Brown Sweater Nails
Midnight Brown Sweater Nails

Project_paznokcie

Pink Glitter Nails with Gnome | Christmas Nails - NB1397
Pink Glitter Nails with Gnome | Christmas Nails - NB1397

Gnome Ho Ho Pink Nails | Christmas Nails - NB1402
Gnome Ho Ho Pink Nails | Christmas Nails - NB1402

Pastel Christmas Tree Nails with Ornaments Design | Winter - NB1286
Pastel Christmas Tree Nails with Ornaments Design | Winter - NB1286

Glitter Christmas Tree and Snow Flake Nail Design | Christmas Nails - NB1678
Glitter Christmas Tree and Snow Flake Nail Design | Christmas Nails - NB1678

Snowy Glitter Ombre Christmas Tree Nails | Winter - NB1276
Snowy Glitter Ombre Christmas Tree Nails | Winter - NB1276

Winter Ombre Nails

Elegant Blue Nails Rhinestone Design | Embellished Nails - NB4954
Elegant Blue Nails Rhinestone Design | Embellished Nails - NB4954

Dusty Rose Color on Almond Nail Design for Bridesmaid| Wedding-NB-D-576
Dusty Rose Color on Almond Nail Design for Bridesmaid| Wedding-NB-D-576

French Swirl Nails
French Swirl Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Nails with Silhouette Reindeers in Moonlight | Christmas Nails - NB1381
Nails with Silhouette Reindeers in Moonlight | Christmas Nails - NB1381

Winter Ombre with Snowflakes
Winter Ombre with Snowflakes

Mari_mari_nailart

Leaves Gradient Nails
Leaves Gradient Nails

Blondivika_nsk

A Fox and Snow Sparkle Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3146
A Fox and Snow Sparkle Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3146

Swirls Nail Art
Swirls Nail Art

Alexandracojan.trainer

Coffin Winter Nails

Glossy French Snowman Nail Design | Christmas | Winter - NB1298
Glossy French Snowman Nail Design | Christmas | Winter - NB1298

Luxury Shimmer Ombre Honeymoon Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-417
Luxury Shimmer Ombre Honeymoon Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-417

Birthday Bling Nails | Birthday Nails - NB5143
Birthday Bling Nails | Birthday Nails - NB5143

Blue Tropical Leaf  Nail Design| Tropical-NB-D-602
Blue Tropical Leaf Nail Design| Tropical-NB-D-602

Beach Wedding 3D Flower Pink Tonail Design|Wedding-NB-D-491
Beach Wedding 3D Flower Pink Tonail Design|Wedding-NB-D-491

Rose Gold Nails with Snowflake | Christmas Nails - NB1687
Rose Gold Nails with Snowflake | Christmas Nails - NB1687

Rhinestone Embellishments on Christmas Tree Nails| Winter - NB1290
Rhinestone Embellishments on Christmas Tree Nails| Winter - NB1290

Black Crushed Stones Nails Design | French Manicure - NB3341
Black Crushed Stones Nails Design | French Manicure - NB3341

Colorful Winter Nails

Abstract Winter Nails
Abstract Winter Nails

Daimondhand

Reindeers Beneath the Vibrant Hues of the Aurora Borealis | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3116
Reindeers Beneath the Vibrant Hues of the Aurora Borealis | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3116

Mountains in Winter
Mountains in Winter

Daimondhand

Aurora Nails with Arctic Wolf | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3135
Aurora Nails with Arctic Wolf | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3135

Gradient Aurora Nails with Reindeer Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3143
Gradient Aurora Nails with Reindeer Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3143

Embellished Grinch Nails for Winter | Cartoon Nails - NB2013
Embellished Grinch Nails for Winter | Cartoon Nails - NB2013

Winnie the Pooh Christmas Nails | Cartoon Nails - NB1699
Winnie the Pooh Christmas Nails | Cartoon Nails - NB1699

Neutral Winter Nails

A Cute Fox Cub Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3148
A Cute Fox Cub Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3148

Honeymoon Nude Nails with Minimal Accent Design | Wedding-NB-D-593
Honeymoon Nude Nails with Minimal Accent Design | Wedding-NB-D-593

Minimal Crème Color Nails for Men|Men's Nail-NB-D-280
Minimal Crème Color Nails for Men|Men's Nail-NB-D-280

Slate Gray Color Toenail Design for Bridesmaid| Wedding-NB-D-555
Slate Gray Color Toenail Design for Bridesmaid| Wedding-NB-D-555

Snow Flake Dots and Owls Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3162
Snow Flake Dots and Owls Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3162

French with Studs Design Nailsfor Groom| Men's Nail-NB-D-522
French with Studs Design Nailsfor Groom| Men's Nail-NB-D-522

Nude and White Christmas Tree Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1255
Nude and White Christmas Tree Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1255

Minimal Boho Chic Nails|Wedding-NB-D3
Minimal Boho Chic Nails|Wedding-NB-D3

Winter Snowflake Nails

Red Nails and Gold Glitter Design for New Year | 2024 Nails - NB3771
Red Nails and Gold Glitter Design for New Year | 2024 Nails - NB3771

Pastel Nails with Christmas Trees | Winter - NB1278
Pastel Nails with Christmas Trees | Winter - NB1278

Silver and White Reindeer French Nails | Christmas Nails - NB1376
Silver and White Reindeer French Nails | Christmas Nails - NB1376

White Nails Bear Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3171
White Nails Bear Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3171

Winter Nails with Blue Silhouette Trees
Winter Nails with Blue Silhouette Trees

Novikova.nailstudio

Gray and White Ombre Nails with Snowy Owl | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3137
Gray and White Ombre Nails with Snowy Owl | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3137

Brown and White Snowflake Nails | Christmas Nails - NB1683
Brown and White Snowflake Nails | Christmas Nails - NB1683

Snow Flake Dots and Owls Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3162
Snow Flake Dots and Owls Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3162

Winter Sweater Nails

Pink Sweater Tips
Pink Sweater Tips

Nails_by_evelyn9

Christmas Textured Nails
Christmas Textured Nails

Nailartbychlo

Sweater Stars for Winter
Sweater Stars for Winter

Nails_by_evelyn9

Snowflake and Neon Sweater Nails
Snowflake and Neon Sweater Nails

Melificentnailartistry

Knitted Design for Forest Green Nails | Fall Nails - NB5745
Knitted Design for Forest Green Nails | Fall Nails - NB5745

Blue Christmas Plaid Nails
Blue Christmas Plaid Nails

Melificentnailartistry

Snowflake Textured Nails
Snowflake Textured Nails

Novikova.nailstudio

Dark Chocolate Brown Nails with Knitted Accent | Fall Nails - NB5766
Dark Chocolate Brown Nails with Knitted Accent | Fall Nails - NB5766

Winter Nail Design on Toes

Geo Pattern Nail Design for Boho Wedding |Wedding-NB-D-478
Geo Pattern Nail Design for Boho Wedding |Wedding-NB-D-478

Nude Honeymoon Toenail Design with Summer Vibes| Wedding-NB-D-588
Nude Honeymoon Toenail Design with Summer Vibes| Wedding-NB-D-588

Boho Wedding White Pedicure Design|Wedding-NB-D-471
Boho Wedding White Pedicure Design|Wedding-NB-D-471

White Nails Pedicure with Flower Design for Groom| Men's Nail-NB-D-525
White Nails Pedicure with Flower Design for Groom| Men's Nail-NB-D-525

Slate Gray Color Toenail Design for Bridesmaid| Wedding-NB-D-555
Slate Gray Color Toenail Design for Bridesmaid| Wedding-NB-D-555

Boho Wedding Short Nails Pedicure|Wedding-NB-D-465
Boho Wedding Short Nails Pedicure|Wedding-NB-D-465

Bridal Shower Gold Foil Pedicure Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-612
Bridal Shower Gold Foil Pedicure Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-612

Glossy Pedicure for Male Grooming| Men's Nail-NB-D-530
Glossy Pedicure for Male Grooming| Men's Nail-NB-D-530

What Are the Most Popular Nail Designs for Winter?

Snowflake Nails
Winter Wonderland Nails
Snowman Nail Art
Winter Ombre Nails
Winter Sweater Nails
Christmas Nails

Winter French Nails
Winter Glitter Nails
Candy Cane Nails
Star Nails
Icicle Nails
Marble Nails

How to Choose the Best Colors for Winter Nails

In winter, the cold wind makes your hands look pale, which is why adding colors makes your hand incredible and attractive. Many women love bright, shiny colors in the summer, but they don't look as appealing during the winter months when women prefer neutral tones and soft hues. However, if you wish to look your best, it is better to apply the right nail color that goes well with the outfit you will wear in the winter.
Here are some color combinations for winter nail designs:

Black and white
Gold and silver
Rose gold and silver
Red and black
Deep purple and white
Dark blue and light blue

Light pink and dark pink
Dark red and white
White and gold
Black and silver
Red and green
Green and gold

Tips for Winter Nail Designs

Use a base coat and top coat to protect your nails from chipping or peeling during the cold weather. You can use a clear polish, but if you really want your nails to shine, try using a colored polish as your base coat instead! This will give them extra shine and color while protecting them.

Paint with a brush instead of using an applicator! This allows for more control over where the paint goes on each nail, which will help prevent any messes or smudges when painting them onto each finger individually before moving on to the next one!

Darker colors like browns, reds, and purples are great for winter because they make you feel warm.

You can choose from any color you want for winter nail designs: red, blue, green, purple—or maybe even black if you're feeling wild. You can also use glitter or sparkles in your polish for extra flair. If you want to go all out, try adding some snowflakes or a Christmas tree to your design.

Nail stickers are another great way to get an elegant look without having to worry about smudging or chipping the polish.

The Best Winter Nail Art Ideas

Snowy Winnie the Pooh French Nails | Cartoon Nails - NB1693
Snowy Winnie the Pooh French Nails | Cartoon Nails - NB1693

Blue Glitter Galaxy Nails Design | Galaxy Nails - NB5218
Blue Glitter Galaxy Nails Design | Galaxy Nails - NB5218

Blue Leopard and Foil Nails
Blue Leopard and Foil Nails

Project_paznokcie

Bridesmaid Minimal Blue Nail Design with Butterfly| Wedding-NB-D-569
Bridesmaid Minimal Blue Nail Design with Butterfly| Wedding-NB-D-569

Rhinestone French Tip Nails | Embellished Nails - NB4955
Rhinestone French Tip Nails | Embellished Nails - NB4955

Ombre Reindeer Nails with Snowflake Design | Christmas Nails - NB1375
Ombre Reindeer Nails with Snowflake Design | Christmas Nails - NB1375

Sky Blue with Butterfly Nail Design for Bridesmaid| Wedding-NB-D-559
Sky Blue with Butterfly Nail Design for Bridesmaid| Wedding-NB-D-559

Blue Chrome leaf  Nail Design for Bridesmaid| Wedding-NB-D-543
Blue Chrome leaf Nail Design for Bridesmaid| Wedding-NB-D-543

Embellished 16th Birthday Blue Nails | Birthday Nails - NB5175
Embellished 16th Birthday Blue Nails | Birthday Nails - NB5175

Silhouette Reindeer Under Aurora Night Sky | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3117
Silhouette Reindeer Under Aurora Night Sky | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3117

Fairy Theme Birthday Nails Design | Birthday Nails - NB5099
Fairy Theme Birthday Nails Design | Birthday Nails - NB5099

Nails with Penguin Chicks Playing on Ice | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3157
Nails with Penguin Chicks Playing on Ice | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3157

Bridesmaid Blue and Gold Foil Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-582
Bridesmaid Blue and Gold Foil Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-582

3D Boho Chic Nail Design|Wedding-NB-D14
3D Boho Chic Nail Design|Wedding-NB-D14

Blue Tropical Leaf  Nail Design| Tropical-NB-D-602
Blue Tropical Leaf Nail Design| Tropical-NB-D-602

Blue Nail Design with Butterfly for Bridesmaid | Wedding-NB-D-547
Blue Nail Design with Butterfly for Bridesmaid | Wedding-NB-D-547

Ombre Gnome Nails with Snowflakes | Christmas Nails - NB1400
Ombre Gnome Nails with Snowflakes | Christmas Nails - NB1400

Blue Metalic Chrome Nail Design for Bridesmaid| Wedding-NB-D-540
Blue Metalic Chrome Nail Design for Bridesmaid| Wedding-NB-D-540

Blue Gnome Nail Design | Christmas Nails - NB1393
Blue Gnome Nail Design | Christmas Nails - NB1393

Beach Wedding Tonail Wave Design|Wedding-NB-D-488
Beach Wedding Tonail Wave Design|Wedding-NB-D-488

Stamping for Winter
Stamping for Winter

Blondivika_nsk

Blue and Chrome Nail Art for Birthday | Birthday Nails - NB5115
Blue and Chrome Nail Art for Birthday | Birthday Nails - NB5115

Birthday Glossy Blue Nails with Confetti | Birthday Nails - NB5152
Birthday Glossy Blue Nails with Confetti | Birthday Nails - NB5152

Gradient Nails with Minimal Chrome
Gradient Nails with Minimal Chrome

Dashenkanails

Velvet Nails with Ocean Tips
Velvet Nails with Ocean Tips

Dashenkanails

French Aurora Nails with Snowshoe Hare | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3121
French Aurora Nails with Snowshoe Hare | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3121

FAQs:

In a word, yes. White nails are a classic option for winter—and they're also incredibly flattering on any skin tone. Whether you choose to go with a plain white manicure or something more intricate, you can't go wrong.
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