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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

Pastel Neon Star Nails
Pastel Neon Star Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Mother in Law Embellished Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-257
Mother in Law Embellished Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-257

Snowman Peach Fuzz Nails | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1779
Snowman Peach Fuzz Nails | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1779

Glossy French Santa Claus Nails and Gifts | Christmas | Winter - NB1328
Glossy French Santa Claus Nails and Gifts | Christmas | Winter - NB1328

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

Winter Bling Nails
Winter Bling Nails

Project_paznokcie

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

Glossy French Snowman Nail Design | Christmas | Winter - NB1298
Glossy French Snowman Nail Design | Christmas | Winter - NB1298

Short Winter Nails

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

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

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

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

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

Winter Design Cute Short Nails | Winter Nails Design - NB6748
Winter Design Cute Short Nails | Winter Nails Design - NB6748

Winter Wedding Nails

Green Velvet Leaf Nails
Green Velvet Leaf Nails

Sylwia_nailss

French 3D Leaves
French 3D Leaves

Blondivika_nsk

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

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

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

Coffin Bling Nails for Winter | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6672
Coffin Bling Nails for Winter | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6672

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

Classy Winter Nails

Purple Chrome Reindeer Nails | Christmas Nails - NB1377
Purple Chrome Reindeer Nails | Christmas Nails - NB1377

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

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

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

Matte Reindeer Nails | Christmas Nails - NB1388
Matte Reindeer Nails | Christmas Nails - NB1388

Ombre French Nails with Shades of Gray | Rei Customized Nail Designs- NB7552
Ombre French Nails with Shades of Gray | Rei Customized Nail Designs- NB7552

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

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

Simple Winter Nails

Blue Bling Nails with Snowflake | Winter Snowflake Nails - NB6729
Blue Bling Nails with Snowflake | Winter Snowflake Nails - NB6729

Winter Matte Nails Simple Design | Winter Nails Design - NB6741
Winter Matte Nails Simple Design | Winter Nails Design - NB6741

Blue and Chrome Nail Art for Birthday | Birthday Nails - NB5115
Blue and Chrome Nail Art for Birthday | Birthday Nails - NB5115

Gingerbread Theme Blue and Orange Nails | Christmas Gingerbread Nails - NB6798
Gingerbread Theme Blue and Orange Nails | Christmas Gingerbread Nails - NB6798

Embellished Red Nails for Birthday | Birthday Nails - NB5121
Embellished Red Nails for Birthday | Birthday Nails - NB5121

Bridesmaid White and Red French Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-601
Bridesmaid White and Red French Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-601

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

Cute Winter Nails

Christmas Style Gingerbread Nails | Christmas Gingerbread Nails - NB6804
Christmas Style Gingerbread Nails | Christmas Gingerbread Nails - NB6804

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

Square Gnome Nails Design | Christmas Gnome Nails - NB6825
Square Gnome Nails Design | Christmas Gnome Nails - NB6825

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

Nails with Easy to Do Gnome Look | Cute Winter Nails - NB6691
Nails with Easy to Do Gnome Look | Cute Winter Nails - NB6691

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

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

Red Snowflake Nails with a Gingerbread | Christmas Gingerbread Nails - NB6794
Red Snowflake Nails with a Gingerbread | Christmas Gingerbread Nails - NB6794

Blue Winter Nails

Seals Design on Matte French Nails | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3167
Seals Design on Matte French Nails | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3167

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

Glitter Christmas Tree and Snow Flake Nail Design | Christmas Nails - NB1678
Glitter Christmas Tree and Snow Flake Nail Design | Christmas Nails - NB1678

Walrus on Iceberg Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3125
Walrus on Iceberg Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3125

Winter Shades of Blue
Winter Shades of Blue

Irina_rain

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

Gemstone Turquoise Nails
Gemstone Turquoise Nails

Melificentnailartistry

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

White Winter Nails

Silver and White Winter Nails with Reindeer Head Design | Christmas Nails - NB1391
Silver and White Winter Nails with Reindeer Head Design | Christmas Nails - NB1391

Glossy French Christmas Tree Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1245
Glossy French Christmas Tree Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1245

Orange and White Ombre Christmas Trees Nails | Winter - NB1269
Orange and White Ombre Christmas Trees Nails | Winter - NB1269

White Frozen Nails
White Frozen Nails

Minea.nails

Grinch-inspired French Nails | Cartoon Nails - NB2023
Grinch-inspired French Nails | Cartoon Nails - NB2023

Sparkle Dust Magic
Sparkle Dust Magic

Dashenkanails

Ombre Nails with Snowy Owls | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3127
Ombre Nails with Snowy Owls | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3127

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

Winter Pink Nails

Stamped Ombre With Stones
Stamped Ombre With Stones

Blondivika_nsk

French Peach Fuzz Almond Nails| Color of the Year 2024 - NB-D-141
French Peach Fuzz Almond Nails| Color of the Year 2024 - NB-D-141

Matte Pastel Christmas Trees Nails | Winter - NB1281
Matte Pastel Christmas Trees Nails | Winter - NB1281

Pink Nails with Silhouette Reindeer | Christmas Reindeer Nails - NB6833
Pink Nails with Silhouette Reindeer | Christmas Reindeer Nails - NB6833

Chrome Peach Fuzz Nails | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1735
Chrome Peach Fuzz Nails | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1735

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

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

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

Winter Ombre Nails

Ombre Gnome Nails with Snowflakes | Christmas Nails - NB1400
Ombre Gnome Nails with Snowflakes | Christmas Nails - NB1400

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

Honeymoon Romantic Vibes Nails with Floral Design | Wedding-NB-D-591
Honeymoon Romantic Vibes Nails with Floral Design | Wedding-NB-D-591

Matte Ombre Snowman Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1311
Matte Ombre Snowman Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1311

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

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

Orange and White Ombre Christmas Trees Nails | Winter - NB1269
Orange and White Ombre Christmas Trees Nails | Winter - NB1269

Leaves Gradient Nails
Leaves Gradient Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Coffin Winter Nails

Black and Rose Gold Leopard Nails Design | Animal Print Nails - NB4314
Black and Rose Gold Leopard Nails Design | Animal Print Nails - NB4314

Bridesmaid Glitter Ombre Nail Design with Red French| Wedding-NB-D-538
Bridesmaid Glitter Ombre Nail Design with Red French| Wedding-NB-D-538

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

Christmas Tree Nail Design | Christmas | Winter - NB1229
Christmas Tree Nail Design | Christmas | Winter - NB1229

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

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

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

Colorful Winter Nails

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

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

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

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

Zig Zag Nails for Winter
Zig Zag Nails for Winter

Daimondhand

Mirror Gel Nails
Mirror Gel Nails

Blondivika_nsk

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

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

Neutral Winter Nails

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

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

Neutral Shade Nails with Abstract Swooshes | Nora Customized Nail Designs- NB7326
Neutral Shade Nails with Abstract Swooshes | Nora Customized Nail Designs- NB7326

Warm Gray Nails Glitter Line Art | Neutral Winter Nails - NB6648
Warm Gray Nails Glitter Line Art | Neutral Winter Nails - NB6648

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

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

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

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

Winter Snowflake Nails

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

Retro Snowflake Nails
Retro Snowflake Nails

Daimondhand

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

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

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

Christmas Tree and Reindeer Nail Design | Christmas Nails - NB1392
Christmas Tree and Reindeer Nail Design | Christmas Nails - NB1392

Simple Snowflake Nails Design for Winter | Winter Snowflake Nails - NB6723
Simple Snowflake Nails Design for Winter | Winter Snowflake Nails - NB6723

Elegant Blue Glitter Nails | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6631
Elegant Blue Glitter Nails | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6631

Winter Sweater Nails

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

Sweater Stars for Winter
Sweater Stars for Winter

Nails_by_evelyn9

Blue Christmas Plaid Nails
Blue Christmas Plaid Nails

Melificentnailartistry

Xmas Sweater Nails
Xmas Sweater Nails

Melificentnailartistry

Cable Knit Sweater Nails
Cable Knit Sweater Nails

Sylwia_nailss

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

Snowflake Textured Nails
Snowflake Textured Nails

Novikova.nailstudio

Winter Nail Design on Toes

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

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

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

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

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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