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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

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

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

3D Dots on Long Coffin Nails | Dot Nails - NB4488
3D Dots on Long Coffin Nails | Dot Nails - NB4488

Chevron Peach Fuzz Nails with Holly Leaf | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1778
Chevron Peach Fuzz Nails with Holly Leaf | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1778

Winter with Raccoon
Winter with Raccoon

Sylwia_nailss

Minimal Glossy Santa Claus Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1326
Minimal Glossy Santa Claus Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1326

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

Reverse French Nails Design | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6670
Reverse French Nails Design | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6670

Short Winter Nails

Nature in Snow Blue Nails Design | Classy Winter Nails - NB6596
Nature in Snow Blue Nails Design | Classy Winter Nails - NB6596

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

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

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

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

Winter Shades of Blue
Winter Shades of Blue

Irina_rain

Honeymoon Minimal Blossom Nail Design | Wedding-NB-D-595
Honeymoon Minimal Blossom Nail Design | Wedding-NB-D-595

Winter Wedding Nails

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

Gold Foliage Nail Art for Wedding | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6673
Gold Foliage Nail Art for Wedding | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6673

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

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

White Matte Nails with Golden Details | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6684
White Matte Nails with Golden Details | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6684

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

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

Classy Winter Nails

White Matte Nails with Golden Details | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6684
White Matte Nails with Golden Details | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6684

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

Blue Nails with Gold Snowflake For Winter | Classy Winter Nails - NB6615
Blue Nails with Gold Snowflake For Winter | Classy Winter Nails - NB6615

Milky Purple Nails and Winter Trees | Classy Winter Nails - NB6595
Milky Purple Nails and Winter Trees | Classy Winter Nails - NB6595

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

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

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

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

Simple Winter Nails

Snow White Outline Nails Design | Cute Winter Nails - NB6694
Snow White Outline Nails Design | Cute Winter Nails - NB6694

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

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

Simple Snowflake Nails for Winter | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6622
Simple Snowflake Nails for Winter | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6622

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

Gnome Head Nail Design | Christmas Nails - NB1396
Gnome Head Nail Design | Christmas Nails - NB1396

Winter Blue and Gray Tones
Winter Blue and Gray Tones

Irina_rain

Cute Winter Nails

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

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

Embellished Nails with Cute Baby Reindeer | Christmas Reindeer Nails - NB6832
Embellished Nails with Cute Baby Reindeer | Christmas Reindeer Nails - NB6832

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

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

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

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

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

Blue Winter Nails

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

Grinch and Max the Dog Nails
Grinch and Max the Dog Nails

Nna_naomynailart_official

Short Nails Flower Design
Short Nails Flower Design

Mur.nails.ekaterina

Snowman in a Snowy Day Matte Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1309
Snowman in a Snowy Day Matte Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1309

Winter Blue Watercolor Nails | Paint Nail Art - NB2232
Winter Blue Watercolor Nails | Paint Nail Art - NB2232

Winter Ombre with Snowflakes
Winter Ombre with Snowflakes

Mari_mari_nailart

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

White Winter Nails

Nude Nails for Winter
Nude Nails for Winter

Hnnailsbyhoney

Bright Christmas Nails
Bright Christmas Nails

Mari_mari_nailart

Winter Purple Nails
Winter Purple Nails

Pauletta.nails

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

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

Penguins Playing in Snow Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3129
Penguins Playing in Snow Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3129

Nature in Blue
Nature in Blue

Lucy_smirnova_nails

Winter Pink Nails

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

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

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

Glitter Outline for Pink Stiletto Nails | Outline Nails - NB5405
Glitter Outline for Pink Stiletto Nails | Outline Nails - NB5405

The Cat of Christmas
The Cat of Christmas

Klamaja

Short Pink Nails Gingerbread Design | Christmas Gingerbread Nails - NB6793
Short Pink Nails Gingerbread Design | Christmas Gingerbread Nails - NB6793

Midnight Brown Sweater Nails
Midnight Brown Sweater Nails

Project_paznokcie

Snowflakes and Glitter Swirls
Snowflakes and Glitter Swirls

Novikova.nailstudio

Winter Ombre Nails

Party Confetti Nail Art
Party Confetti Nail Art

Dashenkanails

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

Green Ombre Nails with Snowfalls and Trees | Winter Nails Design - NB6755
Green Ombre Nails with Snowfalls and Trees | Winter Nails Design - NB6755

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

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

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

Blue Ombre Nails with Snowflake | Blue Ombre Nails - NB6466
Blue Ombre Nails with Snowflake | Blue Ombre Nails - NB6466

Watercolor Christmas Nails
Watercolor Christmas Nails

Melificentnailartistry

Coffin Winter Nails

Glossy French Santa Claus Nail Design | Christmas | Winter - NB1317
Glossy French Santa Claus Nail Design | Christmas | Winter - NB1317

Frozen French Manicure with Walrus | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3161
Frozen French Manicure with Walrus | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3161

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

Santa in the Snow Nail Design | Red Christmas Nails - NB6769
Santa in the Snow Nail Design | Red Christmas Nails - NB6769

Glitter Nails with Christmas Tree | Christmas | Holiday - NB1231
Glitter Nails with Christmas Tree | Christmas | Holiday - NB1231

Bridal Shower Embellished Crystal Nail Design | Wedding-NB-D-91
Bridal Shower Embellished Crystal Nail Design | Wedding-NB-D-91

Fox Among Foliage Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3153
Fox Among Foliage Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3153

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

Colorful Winter Nails

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

Magical Aurora View and Arctic Hares on Nails | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3115
Magical Aurora View and Arctic Hares on Nails | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3115

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

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

Abstract Winter Nails
Abstract Winter Nails

Daimondhand

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

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

Mirror Gel Nails
Mirror Gel Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Neutral Winter Nails

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

Seals and Icebergs Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3145
Seals and Icebergs Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3145

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

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

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

Christmas Flowers with Pearls
Christmas Flowers with Pearls

Nailed.it.by.amber

Medium Neutral Nails Design with a Glitter Accent | Nora Customized Nail Designs- NB7324
Medium Neutral Nails Design with a Glitter Accent | Nora Customized Nail Designs- NB7324

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

Winter Snowflake Nails

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

Snowy Owls Perched on Frost-covered Branches | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3118
Snowy Owls Perched on Frost-covered Branches | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3118

Snowman Crystal Ball Nail Art | Christmas Nails - NB1680
Snowman Crystal Ball Nail Art | Christmas Nails - NB1680

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

Cute Design Purple Snow Theme Nails | Cute Winter Nails - NB6703
Cute Design Purple Snow Theme Nails | Cute Winter Nails - NB6703

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

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

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

Winter Sweater Nails

Xmas Sweater Nails
Xmas Sweater Nails

Melificentnailartistry

Sweater Stars for Winter
Sweater Stars for Winter

Nails_by_evelyn9

Snowflake and Neon Sweater Nails
Snowflake and Neon Sweater Nails

Melificentnailartistry

White Sweater French Nails
White Sweater French Nails

Melificentnailartistry

Christmas Textured Nails
Christmas Textured Nails

Nailartbychlo

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

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

Winter Nail Design on Toes

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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