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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

Dark Wedding Elegant Black Nails with Red Design|Wedding-NB-D-439
Dark Wedding Elegant Black Nails with Red Design|Wedding-NB-D-439

Long Blue Ombre Nails Watercolor Design | Blue Ombre Nails - NB6476
Long Blue Ombre Nails Watercolor Design | Blue Ombre Nails - NB6476

Winter Cat
Winter Cat

Sylwia_nailss

Silhouette Matte Christmas Tree Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1253
Silhouette Matte Christmas Tree Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1253

Glossy Ombre Christmas Tree Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1247
Glossy Ombre Christmas Tree Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1247

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

Simba from The Lion King
Simba from The Lion King

Nna_naomynailart_official

Short Winter Nails

Simple Christmas Theme Nails | Cute Winter Nails - NB6689
Simple Christmas Theme Nails | Cute Winter Nails - NB6689

Embellished Blue Ombre Nails | Blue Ombre Nails - NB6469
Embellished Blue Ombre Nails | Blue Ombre Nails - NB6469

Classy Red Ombre Nails Design | Red Ombre Nails - NB6525
Classy Red Ombre Nails Design | Red Ombre Nails - NB6525

Square Nails Design For Cold Season | Winter Nails Design - NB6743
Square Nails Design For Cold Season | Winter Nails Design - NB6743

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

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

Short Ombre Nails Rhinestone Design | Red Ombre Nails - NB6522
Short Ombre Nails Rhinestone Design | Red Ombre Nails - NB6522

Winter Wedding Nails

Shimmer Love Nails
Shimmer Love Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Silver Swirls for Pearly White Nails | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6678
Silver Swirls for Pearly White Nails | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6678

Chrome Stripes Nails
Chrome Stripes Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Micro Chevron Nail with Dots | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6674
Micro Chevron Nail with Dots | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6674

Square Nails Rhinestone Design | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6671
Square Nails Rhinestone Design | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6671

Nails with 3D Flowers Charms | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6675
Nails with 3D Flowers Charms | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6675

Stamped Ombre With Stones
Stamped Ombre With Stones

Blondivika_nsk

White Wedding Nails and Dots Design | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6685
White Wedding Nails and Dots Design | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6685

Classy Winter Nails

Pastel Nails with Silhouette Reindeer | Christmas Nails - NB1367
Pastel Nails with Silhouette Reindeer | Christmas Nails - NB1367

Classy Winter Nails with 3D Leaves | Classy Winter Nails - NB6599
Classy Winter Nails with 3D Leaves | Classy Winter Nails - NB6599

Champagne Nails with Chrome Accent | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6676
Champagne Nails with Chrome Accent | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6676

Snow Covered Tree Nails Design | Classy Winter Nails - NB6611
Snow Covered Tree Nails Design | Classy Winter Nails - NB6611

White Nails Silver Glitter Design | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6683
White Nails Silver Glitter Design | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6683

Silver Swirls for Pearly White Nails | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6678
Silver Swirls for Pearly White Nails | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6678

Glossy Gold Christmas Tree Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1249
Glossy Gold Christmas Tree Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1249

Double Tips with Chrome Micro French Design | Spring Nails - NB3962
Double Tips with Chrome Micro French Design | Spring Nails - NB3962

Simple Winter Nails

Beach Wedding GlitterNails| Wedding-NB-D-42
Beach Wedding GlitterNails| Wedding-NB-D-42

Red Ombre Bling Nails Design | Red Ombre Nails - NB6531
Red Ombre Bling Nails Design | Red Ombre Nails - NB6531

Snowman Matte Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1310
Snowman Matte Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1310

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

Winter Blue Glitter Nails | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6656
Winter Blue Glitter Nails | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6656

Christmas Tree Nails and Red Glitter Accents | Christmas Tree Nails - NB6838
Christmas Tree Nails and Red Glitter Accents | Christmas Tree Nails - NB6838

Cute Winter Nails

Cute Snowman and Candy Cane Nails | Candy Cane Christmas Nails - NB6763
Cute Snowman and Candy Cane Nails | Candy Cane Christmas Nails - NB6763

Minimal Christmas Trees on Pastel Nails | Winter - NB1284
Minimal Christmas Trees on Pastel Nails | Winter - NB1284

Long Gingerbread Nails in Pink | Christmas Gingerbread Nails - NB6796
Long Gingerbread Nails in Pink | Christmas Gingerbread Nails - NB6796

Short Polka Dot Nails with Gingerbread | Christmas Gingerbread Nails - NB6805
Short Polka Dot Nails with Gingerbread | Christmas Gingerbread Nails - NB6805

Gingerbread Design for Simple Christmas Nails | Christmas Gingerbread Nails - NB6795
Gingerbread Design for Simple Christmas Nails | Christmas Gingerbread Nails - NB6795

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

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

Simple Gingerbread Nails Design | Christmas Gingerbread Nails - NB6802
Simple Gingerbread Nails Design | Christmas Gingerbread Nails - NB6802

Blue Winter Nails

Nails with Cute Polar Bear Cubs on Iceberg | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3136
Nails with Cute Polar Bear Cubs on Iceberg | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3136

Santa Claus and a Sledge of Presents Nail Design | Christmas | Winter - NB1327
Santa Claus and a Sledge of Presents Nail Design | Christmas | Winter - NB1327

Matte Snowman and Friends Nail Design | Christmas | Winter - NB1307
Matte Snowman and Friends Nail Design | Christmas | Winter - NB1307

Purple and Blue Nails with Winter Design | Classy Winter Nails - NB6604
Purple and Blue Nails with Winter Design | Classy Winter Nails - NB6604

Winter Theme Mix & Match Nails Design | Classy Winter Nails - NB6618
Winter Theme Mix & Match Nails Design | Classy Winter Nails - NB6618

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

Pastel Nails with Silhouette Reindeer | Christmas Nails - NB1367
Pastel Nails with Silhouette Reindeer | Christmas Nails - NB1367

White Winter Nails

Christmas Tree Nails in Snow | Cute Winter Nails - NB6696
Christmas Tree Nails in Snow | Cute Winter Nails - NB6696

Polar Bear on Iceberg Nail Art | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3119
Polar Bear on Iceberg Nail Art | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3119

Nails with Encapsulated Gold Hearts | Heart Nails - NB4779
Nails with Encapsulated Gold Hearts | Heart Nails - NB4779

Ombre French Christmas Tree Nails with Rhinestones | Winter - NB1297
Ombre French Christmas Tree Nails with Rhinestones | Winter - NB1297

Bridal Shower Blue Theme Nail Design | Wedding-NB-D-86
Bridal Shower Blue Theme Nail Design | Wedding-NB-D-86

3D Snowman Nails Design for Winter | Cute Winter Nails - NB6692
3D Snowman Nails Design for Winter | Cute Winter Nails - NB6692

Reverse French Glossy Christmas Tree Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1243
Reverse French Glossy Christmas Tree Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1243

Glossy Ombre Christmas Tree Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1247
Glossy Ombre Christmas Tree Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1247

Winter Pink Nails

Winter Ombre Nails with Holly Leaf | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6655
Winter Ombre Nails with Holly Leaf | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6655

Cute Simple Nails for Winter | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6661
Cute Simple Nails for Winter | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6661

Bright Christmas Nails
Bright Christmas Nails

Mari_mari_nailart

Blush Pink Confetti and Glitter Nail Design for Bridesmaid| Wedding-NB-D-580
Blush Pink Confetti and Glitter Nail Design for Bridesmaid| Wedding-NB-D-580

Elegant Square Nails with Silver Glitter Outlines | Outline Nails - NB5351
Elegant Square Nails with Silver Glitter Outlines | Outline Nails - NB5351

Flower Gnome Nail Design | Christmas Nails - NB1405
Flower Gnome Nail Design | Christmas Nails - NB1405

Christmas Tree Nail Design | Christmas | Winter - NB1230
Christmas Tree Nail Design | Christmas | Winter - NB1230

Winter Bling Nails
Winter Bling Nails

Project_paznokcie

Winter Ombre Nails

Reindeer in Moonlight Nail Art | Christmas Nails - NB1368
Reindeer in Moonlight Nail Art | Christmas Nails - NB1368

Purple Ombre Nails with Snake Print | Purple Ombre Nails - NB6521
Purple Ombre Nails with Snake Print | Purple Ombre Nails - NB6521

Classy Red Ombre Nails Design | Red Ombre Nails - NB6525
Classy Red Ombre Nails Design | Red Ombre Nails - NB6525

Square Nails Ombre Glitter Design | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6654
Square Nails Ombre Glitter Design | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6654

Santa Claus and Gifts Glitter Nail Design | Christmas | Winter - NB1322
Santa Claus and Gifts Glitter Nail Design | Christmas | Winter - NB1322

Matte Ombre Christmas Tree Nails | Winter - NB1273
Matte Ombre Christmas Tree Nails | Winter - NB1273

Stylish Ombre Nails and Confetti Cuff Design | Blue Ombre Nails - NB6472
Stylish Ombre Nails and Confetti Cuff Design | Blue Ombre Nails - NB6472

Bright Ombre Nails with Christmas Trees | Christmas | Winter - NB1268
Bright Ombre Nails with Christmas Trees | Christmas | Winter - NB1268

Coffin Winter Nails

Triple-tip French Manicure with Grinch Design for Christmas | Cartoon Nails - NB2015
Triple-tip French Manicure with Grinch Design for Christmas | Cartoon Nails - NB2015

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

Red and White Swirl Nails for Winter | Swirl Nails - NB4547
Red and White Swirl Nails for Winter | Swirl Nails - NB4547

Black and White Nails with Christmas Tree | Christmas | Winter - NB1252
Black and White Nails with Christmas Tree | Christmas | Winter - NB1252

Polar Bear Surrounded by Snow and Ice | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3126
Polar Bear Surrounded by Snow and Ice | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3126

Chrome Nails with Hexagon Design | Chrome Nails - NB4008
Chrome Nails with Hexagon Design | Chrome Nails - NB4008

Light Blue Nails with Rhinestones | Embellished Nails - NB4944
Light Blue Nails with Rhinestones | Embellished Nails - NB4944

Colorful Winter Nails

Snowman for Gradient Nails | Colorful Winter Nails - NB6711
Snowman for Gradient Nails | Colorful Winter Nails - NB6711

Embellished Nails with Snowflake | Colorful Winter Nails - NB6717
Embellished Nails with Snowflake | Colorful Winter Nails - NB6717

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

Snowflake and Neon Sweater Nails
Snowflake and Neon Sweater Nails

Melificentnailartistry

Hologram French Tips with Sparkle
Hologram French Tips with Sparkle

Beauty_nail_kostroma

Aurora Nails with Arctic Hare | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3160
Aurora Nails with Arctic Hare | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3160

Embellished Snowflake Nails | Colorful Winter Nails - NB6705
Embellished Snowflake Nails | Colorful Winter Nails - NB6705

Mirror Gel Nails
Mirror Gel Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Neutral Winter Nails

Cute Nude Nails for New Year | 2024 Nails - NB3751
Cute Nude Nails for New Year | 2024 Nails - NB3751

Fox in the Forest Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3152
Fox in the Forest Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3152

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

Glitter Swirl Design for Nude Nails | Neutral Winter Nails - NB6647
Glitter Swirl Design for Nude Nails | Neutral Winter Nails - NB6647

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

Simple Matte Snowman Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1313
Simple Matte Snowman Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1313

Winter Theme Pink Nails | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6630
Winter Theme Pink Nails | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6630

Winter Snowflake Nails

Winter Coffin Nails in Red | Red Christmas Nails - NB6778
Winter Coffin Nails in Red | Red Christmas Nails - NB6778

Snowy Nails with Bear Paw Print Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3170
Snowy Nails with Bear Paw Print Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3170

Snowflakes and Rhinestones Nails Design | Embellished Nails - NB4942
Snowflakes and Rhinestones Nails Design | Embellished Nails - NB4942

Green Shimmer Nails with Cute Gnomes | Christmas Gnome Nails - NB6788
Green Shimmer Nails with Cute Gnomes | Christmas Gnome Nails - NB6788

Snowflake for Glitter Gradient Nails | Winter Snowflake Nails - NB6724
Snowflake for Glitter Gradient Nails | Winter Snowflake Nails - NB6724

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

Snowflakes on Ombre
Snowflakes on Ombre

Blondivika_nsk

Love for Snow Simple Nails Design | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6625
Love for Snow Simple Nails Design | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6625

Winter Sweater Nails

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

Knitted Pattern Nails with Reindeer | Christmas Nails - NB1373
Knitted Pattern Nails with Reindeer | Christmas Nails - NB1373

White Sweater French Nails
White Sweater French Nails

Melificentnailartistry

Midnight Brown Sweater Nails
Midnight Brown Sweater Nails

Project_paznokcie

Sweater pattern for Reindeers Winter Nails | Christmas Nails - NB1383
Sweater pattern for Reindeers Winter Nails | Christmas Nails - NB1383

Cable Knit Sweater Nails
Cable Knit Sweater Nails

Sylwia_nailss

Reindeer with Knit Nails Art | Christmas Nails - NB1369
Reindeer with Knit Nails Art | Christmas Nails - NB1369

Pink Sweater Tips
Pink Sweater Tips

Nails_by_evelyn9

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

Bridal Shower Shimmer Toenail Design with Flower| Wedding-NB-D-613
Bridal Shower Shimmer Toenail Design with Flower| Wedding-NB-D-613

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

Minimal Flower Toenail Design for Men| Men's Nail-NB-D-531
Minimal Flower Toenail Design for Men| Men's Nail-NB-D-531

Embellished Crusie Wedding Toenail Design with Pearl| Wedding-NB-D-639
Embellished Crusie Wedding Toenail Design with Pearl| Wedding-NB-D-639

Honeymoon Toenail Design|Wedding-NB-D-460
Honeymoon Toenail Design|Wedding-NB-D-460

Filigree French Crusie Wedding Nail Design | Wedding-NB-D-640
Filigree French Crusie Wedding Nail Design | Wedding-NB-D-640

Bridesmaid Mauve Shimmer Toenail Design| Wedding-NB-D-587
Bridesmaid Mauve Shimmer Toenail Design| Wedding-NB-D-587

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

Dark Wedding Embellished Flower Nail Art |Wedding-NB-D-297
Dark Wedding Embellished Flower Nail Art |Wedding-NB-D-297

Dark Wedding Stiletto Flower Nail Designs|Wedding-NB-D-295
Dark Wedding Stiletto Flower Nail Designs|Wedding-NB-D-295

Dark Wedding Rhinestone Nail Designs|Wedding-NB-D-294
Dark Wedding Rhinestone Nail Designs|Wedding-NB-D-294

Embellished Nail Design with Rhinestone for Dark Wedding|Wedding-NB-D-290
Embellished Nail Design with Rhinestone for Dark Wedding|Wedding-NB-D-290

Black Glitter Nail Design for Dark Wedding |Wedding-NB-D-287
Black Glitter Nail Design for Dark Wedding |Wedding-NB-D-287

White Groom Nail Design|Men
White Groom Nail Design|Men's Nail-NB-D-276

Luxury Male Grooming Nail Design|Men
Luxury Male Grooming Nail Design|Men's Nail-NB-D-274

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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