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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

Winter Snow Nails
Winter Snow Nails

Gallinaz_nail

Embellished Holly Leaf French Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1650
Embellished Holly Leaf French Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1650

Autumn Copper Chrome Nails
Autumn Copper Chrome Nails

Minea.nails

Glossy Silver Snowflake Nails | Christmas Nails - NB1684
Glossy Silver Snowflake Nails | Christmas Nails - NB1684

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

Gnome for Christmas Theme Nails | Christmas Gnome Nails - NB6784
Gnome for Christmas Theme Nails | Christmas Gnome Nails - NB6784

Green Velvet Leaf Nails
Green Velvet Leaf Nails

Sylwia_nailss

Long Almond Christmas Nails
Long Almond Christmas Nails

Nails_by_evelyn9

Short Winter Nails

Blue and Black Zebra Effect Nails
Blue and Black Zebra Effect Nails

Irina_rain

Mother in Law Simple Glitter Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-264
Mother in Law Simple Glitter Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-264

Nails with Cute Happy Elf Design | Cute Winter Nails - NB6700
Nails with Cute Happy Elf Design | Cute Winter Nails - NB6700

Short Nails Flower Design
Short Nails Flower Design

Mur.nails.ekaterina

Silver and Gold Glitter Nails for 16th Birthday | Birthday Nails - NB5187
Silver and Gold Glitter Nails for 16th Birthday | Birthday Nails - NB5187

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

Bling Nails Design for Birthday | Birthday Nails - NB5132
Bling Nails Design for Birthday | Birthday Nails - NB5132

Classic Red Nails with Cold Winter Glitter Design | Classy Winter Nails - NB6609
Classic Red Nails with Cold Winter Glitter Design | Classy Winter Nails - NB6609

Winter Wedding Nails

Green Velvet Leaf Nails
Green Velvet Leaf Nails

Sylwia_nailss

Snow-inspired Cuff Nails Design | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6669
Snow-inspired Cuff Nails Design | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6669

3D Pearl Unicorn Nails
3D Pearl Unicorn Nails

Blondivika_nsk

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

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

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

Classy Winter Nails

Blue Nails with Glitter Design | Classy Nails - NB3821
Blue Nails with Glitter Design | Classy Nails - NB3821

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

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

Mirror Effect Purple Ombre Nails | Purple Ombre Nail Art - NB6515
Mirror Effect Purple Ombre Nails | Purple Ombre Nail Art - NB6515

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

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

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

Simple Winter Nails

Snowy Pastel Nails with Christmas Trees | Winter - NB1280
Snowy Pastel Nails with Christmas Trees | Winter - NB1280

Glitter Design Mix and Match Nails for Winter | Cute Winter Nails - NB6699
Glitter Design Mix and Match Nails for Winter | Cute Winter Nails - NB6699

Short Winter Nails with Snowy Owls Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3128
Short Winter Nails with Snowy Owls Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3128

Hand-painted Xmas Nails
Hand-painted Xmas Nails

Mur.nails.ekaterina

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

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

Winter Blue Nails Cat Paw Design | Cat Paw Print Nail Designs - NB7129
Winter Blue Nails Cat Paw Design | Cat Paw Print Nail Designs - NB7129

Christmas Festive Nails
Christmas Festive Nails

Nails_by_evelyn9

Cute Winter Nails

Short White Nails with Christmas Motifs | Cute Winter Nails - NB6702
Short White Nails with Christmas Motifs | Cute Winter Nails - NB6702

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

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

Oval Nails Gingerbread Design | Christmas Gingerbread Nails - NB6803
Oval Nails Gingerbread Design | Christmas Gingerbread Nails - NB6803

Snowflake and Reindeer Nail Art | Christmas Nails - NB1385
Snowflake and Reindeer Nail Art | Christmas Nails - NB1385

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

Winter Gnome Nail Design | Christmas Nails - NB1406
Winter Gnome Nail Design | Christmas Nails - NB1406

Grinch Nails with Flower Design | Cartoon Nails - NB2014
Grinch Nails with Flower Design | Cartoon Nails - NB2014

Blue Winter Nails

Winter Blue Shade Nails
Winter Blue Shade Nails

Klamaja

Nail Design of Playful Penguins Sliding on Ice | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3122
Nail Design of Playful Penguins Sliding on Ice | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3122

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

Nails with Cute Bear on a Snowy Day | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3166
Nails with Cute Bear on a Snowy Day | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3166

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

Winter Ombre Nails Glitter Design | Blue Ombre Nails - NB6464
Winter Ombre Nails Glitter Design | Blue Ombre Nails - NB6464

Snowy Matte Blue Nails | Classy Winter Nails - NB6614
Snowy Matte Blue Nails | Classy Winter Nails - NB6614

Blue Shimmering Heart
Blue Shimmering Heart

Gallinaz_nail

White Winter Nails

White Nails with Sunflower in 3D Design | Sunflower Nails - NB5234
White Nails with Sunflower in 3D Design | Sunflower Nails - NB5234

Snow Queen White Nails
Snow Queen White Nails

Olga_soloveva._

Luxury Snowman Nail Design | Christmas | Winter - NB1301
Luxury Snowman Nail Design | Christmas | Winter - NB1301

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

Silver and Rose Gold Christmas Tree Nails | Winter - NB1277
Silver and Rose Gold Christmas Tree Nails | Winter - NB1277

Stapmed Leaf Patterns
Stapmed Leaf Patterns

Mur.nails.ekaterina

Honeymoon Silhouette Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-409
Honeymoon Silhouette Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-409

Red Glitter Reindeer Nails Design | Christmas Reindeer Nails - NB6830
Red Glitter Reindeer Nails Design | Christmas Reindeer Nails - NB6830

Winter Pink Nails

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

Almond Nails with Glitter Stars
Almond Nails with Glitter Stars

Nails_by_evelyn9

Peach Fuzz Filigree Nail Art | Color of the Year 2024 - NB-D-202
Peach Fuzz Filigree Nail Art | Color of the Year 2024 - NB-D-202

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

Stamped Chrome Nails
Stamped Chrome Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Short Pink Nails Design for Winter | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6620
Short Pink Nails Design for Winter | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6620

Christmas Textured Nails
Christmas Textured Nails

Nailartbychlo

Matte Peach Fuzz Christmas Tree Nail Design| Color of the Year 2024 - NB-D-159
Matte Peach Fuzz Christmas Tree Nail Design| Color of the Year 2024 - NB-D-159

Winter Ombre Nails

Ombre Nails with Reindeer Nail Art | Christmas Nails - NB1379
Ombre Nails with Reindeer Nail Art | Christmas Nails - NB1379

Winter Nails with Leaf Nail Art | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1432
Winter Nails with Leaf Nail Art | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1432

Silver and Rose Gold Christmas Tree Nails | Winter - NB1277
Silver and Rose Gold Christmas Tree Nails | Winter - NB1277

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

Purple Ombre Nails Polka Dots Design | Purple Ombre Nails - NB6510
Purple Ombre Nails Polka Dots Design | Purple Ombre Nails - NB6510

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

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

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

Coffin Winter Nails

Dots Design for Black Nails | Dot Nails - NB4482
Dots Design for Black Nails | Dot Nails - NB4482

Christmas Tree Nail Design | Christmas | Winter - NB1225
Christmas Tree Nail Design | Christmas | Winter - NB1225

Luxury Gold Flower Nails Design | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6668
Luxury Gold Flower Nails Design | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6668

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

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

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

Peach Fuzz Glossy French Nail Desgin| Color of the Year 2024 - NB-D-145
Peach Fuzz Glossy French Nail Desgin| Color of the Year 2024 - NB-D-145

Colorful Winter Nails

Snowflake Pattern for Colorful Nails | Colorful Winter Nails - NB6712
Snowflake Pattern for Colorful Nails | Colorful Winter Nails - NB6712

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

Mountains in Winter
Mountains in Winter

Daimondhand

Christmas Tree Nails Design with Glitter | Colorful Winter Nails - NB6706
Christmas Tree Nails Design with Glitter | Colorful Winter Nails - NB6706

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

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

Bridal Shower Neon Art Nail Design | Wedding-NB-D-80
Bridal Shower Neon Art Nail Design | Wedding-NB-D-80

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

Neutral Winter Nails

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

Winter Cat
Winter Cat

Sylwia_nailss

Neutral Nails with Swirls | Neutral Winter Nails - NB6642
Neutral Nails with Swirls | Neutral Winter Nails - NB6642

Mother in Law Modern Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-265
Mother in Law Modern Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-265

Filigree Male Grooming Nail Design|Men's Nail-NB-D-272
Filigree Male Grooming Nail Design|Men's Nail-NB-D-272

Almond Abstract Nails Design for a Casual Look | Nora Customized Nail Designs- NB7327
Almond Abstract Nails Design for a Casual Look | Nora Customized Nail Designs- NB7327

Arctic Fox in a Forest Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3139
Arctic Fox in a Forest Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3139

Winter Snowflake Nails

Coffin Nails Snowflake Design | Winter Snowflake Nails - NB6732
Coffin Nails Snowflake Design | Winter Snowflake Nails - NB6732

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

Snowflake Nails with Gold Glitter Design | Christmas Nails - NB1685
Snowflake Nails with Gold Glitter Design | Christmas Nails - NB1685

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

Christmas Gift Nails Design | Colorful Winter Nails - NB6704
Christmas Gift Nails Design | Colorful Winter Nails - NB6704

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

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

Blue and White Winter Nails Design | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6623
Blue and White Winter Nails Design | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6623

Winter Sweater Nails

Neutral Nails Sweater-inspired Design | Neutral Winter Nails - NB6644
Neutral Nails Sweater-inspired Design | Neutral Winter Nails - NB6644

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

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

Snowflake Textured Nails
Snowflake Textured Nails

Novikova.nailstudio

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

Sweater Stars for Winter
Sweater Stars for Winter

Nails_by_evelyn9

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

Midnight Brown Sweater Nails
Midnight Brown Sweater Nails

Project_paznokcie

Winter Nail Design on Toes

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

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

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

Black and White Toeail Design For Mother in Law |Wedding-NB-D-454
Black and White Toeail Design For Mother in Law |Wedding-NB-D-454

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

Floral White Toeail Design For Mother in Law |Wedding-NB-D-455
Floral White Toeail Design For Mother in Law |Wedding-NB-D-455

Black and White Toeail Design For Mother in Law |Wedding-NB-D-454
Black and White Toeail Design For Mother in Law |Wedding-NB-D-454

Forest Green Office Nails with Rose Accents | Professional Nails - NB3071
Forest Green Office Nails with Rose Accents | Professional Nails - NB3071

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

Dark Wedding Classy Gray Nail Design|Wedding-NB-D-438
Dark Wedding Classy Gray Nail Design|Wedding-NB-D-438

Dark Wedding Clear Nail Design|Wedding-NB-D-434
Dark Wedding Clear Nail Design|Wedding-NB-D-434

Dark Wedding Gray Matte and Chrome Nail Design|Wedding-NB-D-430
Dark Wedding Gray Matte and Chrome Nail Design|Wedding-NB-D-430

Glossy Pearly Nails for Office | Professional Nails - NB3045
Glossy Pearly Nails for Office | Professional Nails - NB3045

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

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

Honeymoon Silhouette Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-409
Honeymoon Silhouette Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-409

Honeymoon Flower Simple Glitter Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-408
Honeymoon Flower Simple Glitter Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-408

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

Glossy Shimmer Honeymoon Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-403
Glossy Shimmer Honeymoon Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-403

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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