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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

Elf-inspired Nails Design | Christmas Elf Nails - NB6809
Elf-inspired Nails Design | Christmas Elf Nails - NB6809

Snowflakes for Winter Blue Nails | Winter Snowflake Nails - NB6727
Snowflakes for Winter Blue Nails | Winter Snowflake Nails - NB6727

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

Winter Nails with White Outline | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6658
Winter Nails with White Outline | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6658

Easy 3D Nails Design for Winter | Winter Nails Design - NB6752
Easy 3D Nails Design for Winter | Winter Nails Design - NB6752

Love for Winter Ombre Nails | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6666
Love for Winter Ombre Nails | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6666

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

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

Short Winter Nails

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

Gingerbread and Snowflake Short Nails Design | Christmas Gingerbread Nails - NB6799
Gingerbread and Snowflake Short Nails Design | Christmas Gingerbread Nails - NB6799

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

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

Subtle Striped Nail Art for Purple Ombre | Purple Ombre Nails - NB6520
Subtle Striped Nail Art for Purple Ombre | Purple Ombre Nails - NB6520

Winter Theme Black Nails | Classy Winter Nails - NB6606
Winter Theme Black Nails | Classy Winter Nails - NB6606

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

Winter Wedding Nails

Pearly White Nails Swirl Design | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6667
Pearly White Nails Swirl Design | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6667

Snow Queen White Nails
Snow Queen White Nails

Olga_soloveva._

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

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

White Wedding Nails with Gold Embellishments | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6679
White Wedding Nails with Gold Embellishments | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6679

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

Simple and Short Wedding Nails Glitter Design | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6680
Simple and Short Wedding Nails Glitter Design | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6680

Classy Winter Nails

Black and White Nails Winter Design | Classy Winter Nails - NB6603
Black and White Nails Winter Design | Classy Winter Nails - NB6603

Glitter Ombre Christmas Tree Nails | Winter - NB1275
Glitter Ombre Christmas Tree Nails | Winter - NB1275

Dark Blue Nails Rhinestone Design | Embellished Nails - NB4945
Dark Blue Nails Rhinestone Design | Embellished Nails - NB4945

Frozen Snow Winter Sparkling Nails | Classy Winter Nails - NB6605
Frozen Snow Winter Sparkling Nails | Classy Winter Nails - NB6605

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

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

Short and Classy Wedding Nails with Rhinestones | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6682
Short and Classy Wedding Nails with Rhinestones | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6682

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

Simple Winter Nails

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

Plaid Blanket Nail Design
Plaid Blanket Nail Design

Pauletta.nails

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

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

Simple Red Nails Snowflake Design | Red Christmas Nails - NB6767
Simple Red Nails Snowflake Design | Red Christmas Nails - NB6767

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

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

Baby Blue and White Nails for a Modern Feel | Marjani Customized Nail Designs- NB7518
Baby Blue and White Nails for a Modern Feel | Marjani Customized Nail Designs- NB7518

Cute Winter Nails

Gnome Accent for Silver Glitter Nails | Christmas Gnome Nails - NB6818
Gnome Accent for Silver Glitter Nails | Christmas Gnome Nails - NB6818

Stiletto Nails with a Elves | Christmas Elf Nails - NB6808
Stiletto Nails with a Elves | Christmas Elf Nails - NB6808

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

Red and White Nails with a Cute Elf | Christmas Elf Nails - NB6807
Red and White Nails with a Cute Elf | Christmas Elf Nails - NB6807

Cute Purple Nails Design | Cute Winter Nails - NB6690
Cute Purple Nails Design | Cute Winter Nails - NB6690

3D Matte Snowman Nails with Decorations | Christmas | Winter - NB1315
3D Matte Snowman Nails with Decorations | Christmas | Winter - NB1315

Elf for Christmas Nails Design | Christmas Elf Nails - NB6810
Elf for Christmas Nails Design | Christmas Elf Nails - NB6810

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

Blue Winter Nails

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

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

Blue Ombre Nails and Glitter Tips | Blue Ombre Nails - NB6467
Blue Ombre Nails and Glitter Tips | Blue Ombre Nails - NB6467

Matte Blue Nails with Leaves
Matte Blue Nails with Leaves

Mur.nails.ekaterina

Winter Blue Shade Nails
Winter Blue Shade Nails

Klamaja

Polar Bear Matte Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3156
Polar Bear Matte Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3156

Minimal Design Inspired From Naked Winter Trees | Winter Nails Design - NB6750
Minimal Design Inspired From Naked Winter Trees | Winter Nails Design - NB6750

Matte Snowman and Christmas Trees Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1308
Matte Snowman and Christmas Trees Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1308

White Winter Nails

Nude Leaf Nails for Winter | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1435
Nude Leaf Nails for Winter | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1435

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

Glitter Nails with Red Swirls for Winter | Swirl Nails - NB4544
Glitter Nails with Red Swirls for Winter | Swirl Nails - NB4544

Matte Ombre Nails with Fox Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3140
Matte Ombre Nails with Fox Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3140

Bridal Shower Glossy Rhinestone Nail Design | Wedding-NB-D-85
Bridal Shower Glossy Rhinestone Nail Design | Wedding-NB-D-85

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

Simple and Short Wedding Nails Glitter Design | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6680
Simple and Short Wedding Nails Glitter Design | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6680

Winter Pink Nails

Matte Pink Nails for Winter | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6628
Matte Pink Nails for Winter | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6628

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

Short Matte Nails Design with Reindeer Head | Christmas Reindeer Nails - NB6828
Short Matte Nails Design with Reindeer Head | Christmas Reindeer Nails - NB6828

Pink Design Nails for Winter | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6650
Pink Design Nails for Winter | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6650

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

Outline Nails with Gingerbread Design | Christmas Gingerbread Nails - NB6797
Outline Nails with Gingerbread Design | Christmas Gingerbread Nails - NB6797

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

Silhouette Reindeer for Long Nails | Christmas Reindeer Nails - NB6826
Silhouette Reindeer for Long Nails | Christmas Reindeer Nails - NB6826

Winter Ombre Nails

Winter Theme White and Brown Ombre Nails | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6688
Winter Theme White and Brown Ombre Nails | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6688

Reindeer Nails with Post Light | Christmas Nails - NB1371
Reindeer Nails with Post Light | Christmas Nails - NB1371

A Snowy Day Nail Design | Christmas Nails - NB1682
A Snowy Day Nail Design | Christmas Nails - NB1682

Long Squre Ombre Nails Design | Red Ombre Nails - NB6527
Long Squre Ombre Nails Design | Red Ombre Nails - NB6527

Blue Ombre Glitter Nails | Blue Ombre Nails - NB6470
Blue Ombre Glitter Nails | Blue Ombre Nails - NB6470

Winter Theme Ombre Gray Nails | Winter Ombre Nails - NB6734
Winter Theme Ombre Gray Nails | Winter Ombre Nails - NB6734

Stamping for Winter
Stamping for Winter

Blondivika_nsk

Ombre Nails with Snowfall | Winter Ombre Nails - NB6738
Ombre Nails with Snowfall | Winter Ombre Nails - NB6738

Coffin Winter Nails

Santa Claus and Ornaments Nail Designs | Christmas | Winter - NB1321
Santa Claus and Ornaments Nail Designs | Christmas | Winter - NB1321

Grinch French Nail Design with Candy Canes | Cartoon Nails - NB2019
Grinch French Nail Design with Candy Canes | Cartoon Nails - NB2019

Embellished White Christmas Tree | Christmas | Winter - NB1240
Embellished White Christmas Tree | Christmas | Winter - NB1240

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

Glitter Design Snow Theme Nails | Winter Snowflake Nails - NB6731
Glitter Design Snow Theme Nails | Winter Snowflake Nails - NB6731

Bridal Shower Glossy Rhinestone Nail Design | Wedding-NB-D-85
Bridal Shower Glossy Rhinestone Nail Design | Wedding-NB-D-85

Matte Christmas Tree Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1250
Matte Christmas Tree Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1250

Colorful Winter Nails

Snowflake and Neon Sweater Nails
Snowflake and Neon Sweater Nails

Melificentnailartistry

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

Simple Christmas Gift-inspired Nails | Colorful Winter Nails - NB6710
Simple Christmas Gift-inspired Nails | Colorful Winter Nails - NB6710

Winter Theme Snowman Nails | Colorful Winter Nails - NB6714
Winter Theme Snowman Nails | Colorful Winter Nails - NB6714

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

Glitter Design Snowflake Nails | Colorful Winter Nails - NB6715
Glitter Design Snowflake Nails | Colorful Winter Nails - NB6715

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

Zig Zag Nails for Winter
Zig Zag Nails for Winter

Daimondhand

Neutral Winter Nails

Neutral Nails Foliage Design | Neutral Winter Nails - NB6645
Neutral Nails Foliage Design | Neutral Winter Nails - NB6645

Glossy Almond-shaped Nude Nails with White Tips for Winter | Nora Customized Nail Designs- NB7329
Glossy Almond-shaped Nude Nails with White Tips for Winter | Nora Customized Nail Designs- NB7329

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

Neutral Almond-shaped Winter Nails with Gradient | Nora Customized Nail Designs- NB7321
Neutral Almond-shaped Winter Nails with Gradient | Nora Customized Nail Designs- NB7321

Delicate Snowflake Design for Winter | Nora Customized Nail Designs- NB7338
Delicate Snowflake Design for Winter | Nora Customized Nail Designs- NB7338

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

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

Winter Nature-inspired Nails Glitter Design | Neutral Winter Nails - NB6643
Winter Nature-inspired Nails Glitter Design | Neutral Winter Nails - NB6643

Winter Snowflake Nails

Snowflake Textured Nails
Snowflake Textured Nails

Novikova.nailstudio

Elf Accent for Chrome Nails Design | Christmas Elf Nails - NB6813
Elf Accent for Chrome Nails Design | Christmas Elf Nails - NB6813

Snowflake Design for Blue and Brown Ombre Nails | Winter Ombre Nails - NB6733
Snowflake Design for Blue and Brown Ombre Nails | Winter Ombre Nails - NB6733

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

Extra Long Mr. Grinch Nail Art
Extra Long Mr. Grinch Nail Art

Hnnailsbyhoney

Snowman Matte and Glitter Nail Design| Christmas | Winter - NB1305
Snowman Matte and Glitter Nail Design| Christmas | Winter - NB1305

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

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

Winter Sweater Nails

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

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

Pink Sweater Tips
Pink Sweater Tips

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

Sweater Stars for Winter
Sweater Stars for Winter

Nails_by_evelyn9

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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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