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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

Sweater Stars for Winter
Sweater Stars for Winter

Nails_by_evelyn9

Silver Checkered Nails
Silver Checkered Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Winter Snow Nails
Winter Snow Nails

Gallinaz_nail

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

Pink and White French Tips | French Manicure - NB3325
Pink and White French Tips | French Manicure - NB3325

Embellished Red Chrome Nails | Chrome Nails - NB5295
Embellished Red Chrome Nails | Chrome Nails - NB5295

Snowman and Snowflake Nail Design | Christmas | Winter - NB1312
Snowman and Snowflake Nail Design | Christmas | Winter - NB1312

Short Winter Nails

Square Nails with a Subtle Wave Over a Sheer Base | Marjani Customized Nail Designs- NB7515
Square Nails with a Subtle Wave Over a Sheer Base | Marjani Customized Nail Designs- NB7515

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

Blue Nails with 3D Candy Heart | Valentine Candy Heart Nails- NB7422
Blue Nails with 3D Candy Heart | Valentine Candy Heart Nails- NB7422

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

Owl and Snow Flake Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3150
Owl and Snow Flake Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3150

Warm Brown French Tips with a Sheer Ombre Base | Rei Customized Nail Designs- NB7554
Warm Brown French Tips with a Sheer Ombre Base | Rei Customized Nail Designs- NB7554

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

Simple Christmas Tree Nail Design for Holiday | Christmas Tree Nails - NB6842
Simple Christmas Tree Nail Design for Holiday | Christmas Tree Nails - NB6842

Winter Wedding Nails

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

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

Party Confetti Nail Art
Party Confetti Nail Art

Dashenkanails

3D Pearl Unicorn Nails
3D Pearl Unicorn Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Bright Pink and Yellow Nails for Wedding | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6677
Bright Pink and Yellow Nails for Wedding | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6677

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

Shimmer Love Nails
Shimmer Love Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Classy Winter Nails

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

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

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

Snowy Night Nails Design | Classy Winter Nails - NB6612
Snowy Night Nails Design | Classy Winter Nails - NB6612

Christmas Tree Nail Design with Decorations| Winter - NB1289
Christmas Tree Nail Design with Decorations| Winter - NB1289

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

Santa Claus and Gift Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1323
Santa Claus and Gift Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1323

Reverse French Glitter Design for Wedding | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6681
Reverse French Glitter Design for Wedding | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6681

Simple Winter Nails

Simple Vertical Glitter Line
Simple Vertical Glitter Line

Sylwia_nailss

Warm Taupe Nails Accented with Minimalist Charms | Nora Customized Nail Designs- NB7325
Warm Taupe Nails Accented with Minimalist Charms | Nora Customized Nail Designs- NB7325

Glitter Design for 21st Birthday Nails | Birthday Nails - NB5194
Glitter Design for 21st Birthday Nails | Birthday Nails - NB5194

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

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

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

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

Cute Winter Nails

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

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

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

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

Gingerbread Nails Design for Winter | Christmas Gingerbread Nails - NB6806
Gingerbread Nails Design for Winter | Christmas Gingerbread Nails - NB6806

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

Easy Snowman Design for Purple Nails | Cute Winter Nails - NB6701
Easy Snowman Design for Purple Nails | Cute Winter Nails - NB6701

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

Blue Winter Nails

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

Blue Nails with Cross
Blue Nails with Cross

Lucy_smirnova_nails

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

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

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

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

White Winter Nails

Winter Holly Leaf Nail Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1633
Winter Holly Leaf Nail Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1633

Holly Leaf and Snow Flake Nail Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1660
Holly Leaf and Snow Flake Nail Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1660

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

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

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

Glitter Design Red and White Nails with Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4546
Glitter Design Red and White Nails with Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4546

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

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

Winter Pink Nails

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

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

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

Gnome Ho Ho Nails | Christmas Nails - NB1394
Gnome Ho Ho Nails | Christmas Nails - NB1394

Embellished Peach Fuzz Nails | Color of the Year 2024 - NB-D-184
Embellished Peach Fuzz Nails | Color of the Year 2024 - NB-D-184

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

Short Pink and Blue Nails with Winter Theme | Winter Nails Design - NB6739
Short Pink and Blue Nails with Winter Theme | Winter Nails Design - NB6739

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

Winter Ombre Nails

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

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

Flower Design for Ombre Nails | Blue Ombre Nails - NB6468
Flower Design for Ombre Nails | Blue Ombre Nails - NB6468

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

Purple Ombre Winter Trend Nails | Classy Winter Nails - NB6613
Purple Ombre Winter Trend Nails | Classy Winter Nails - NB6613

Watercolor Christmas Nails
Watercolor Christmas Nails

Melificentnailartistry

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

Silver Christmas Tree Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1238
Silver Christmas Tree Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1238

Coffin Winter Nails

Coffin Blue Nails with Glitter for Winter | Classy Winter Nails - NB6610
Coffin Blue Nails with Glitter for Winter | Classy Winter Nails - NB6610

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

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

Blue Nails with Decoration for Winter | Classy Winter Nails - NB6594
Blue Nails with Decoration for Winter | Classy Winter Nails - NB6594

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

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

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

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

Colorful Winter Nails

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

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

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

Gnomes with Knitted Hats | Christmas Nails - NB1403
Gnomes with Knitted Hats | Christmas Nails - NB1403

Winter Design Gradient Nails | Colorful Winter Nails - NB6713
Winter Design Gradient Nails | Colorful Winter Nails - NB6713

Snowflake and Neon Sweater Nails
Snowflake and Neon Sweater Nails

Melificentnailartistry

Short Square Nails with Snowflake | Colorful Winter Nails - NB6709
Short Square Nails with Snowflake | Colorful Winter Nails - NB6709

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

Neutral Winter Nails

Reverse French Glitter Design for Gray Nails | Neutral Winter Nails - NB6646
Reverse French Glitter Design for Gray Nails | Neutral Winter Nails - NB6646

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

Christmas Flowers with Pearls
Christmas Flowers with Pearls

Nailed.it.by.amber

Neutral Colors for Nails Design in a Darker or Lighter Hue | Nora Customized Nail Designs- NB7328
Neutral Colors for Nails Design in a Darker or Lighter Hue | Nora Customized Nail Designs- NB7328

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

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

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

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

Winter Snowflake Nails

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

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

Gold Snowflakes for Black Nails Design | Winter Snowflake Nails - NB6726
Gold Snowflakes for Black Nails Design | Winter Snowflake Nails - NB6726

Emerald Green Nails with a Mix of Winter and Vintage Charm | Laura Customized Nail Designs- NB7269
Emerald Green Nails with a Mix of Winter and Vintage Charm | Laura Customized Nail Designs- NB7269

Glitter Design for Bulgarian Rose Nails | Winter Nails Design - NB6745
Glitter Design for Bulgarian Rose Nails | Winter Nails Design - NB6745

Glossy French Santa Claus Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1316
Glossy French Santa Claus Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1316

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

Pine Tree and Snowflake Nails Design | Winter Nails Design - NB6754
Pine Tree and Snowflake Nails Design | Winter Nails Design - NB6754

Winter Sweater Nails

White Sweater French Nails
White Sweater French Nails

Melificentnailartistry

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

Matte Nails Sweater and Snowflake Design | Winter Snowflake Nails - NB6720
Matte Nails Sweater and Snowflake Design | Winter Snowflake Nails - NB6720

Midnight Brown Sweater Nails
Midnight Brown Sweater Nails

Project_paznokcie

Blue Christmas Plaid Nails
Blue Christmas Plaid Nails

Melificentnailartistry

Sweater Stars for Winter
Sweater Stars for Winter

Nails_by_evelyn9

Cable Knit Sweater Nails
Cable Knit Sweater Nails

Sylwia_nailss

Snowflake Textured Nails
Snowflake Textured Nails

Novikova.nailstudio

Winter Nail Design on Toes

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

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

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

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

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

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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