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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

Panther Love Nails
Panther Love Nails

Project_paznokcie

Christmas Nails with Red Outline | Outline Nails - NB5370
Christmas Nails with Red Outline | Outline Nails - NB5370

Male Grooming Black and Silver Nail Design| Mens Nail-NB-D-515
Male Grooming Black and Silver Nail Design| Mens Nail-NB-D-515

Honeymoon Embellished Filigree Nails with Rhinestone | Wedding-NB-D-596
Honeymoon Embellished Filigree Nails with Rhinestone | Wedding-NB-D-596

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

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

Valentine Red Chrome Nails with Glitter Design | Chrome Nails - NB5294
Valentine Red Chrome Nails with Glitter Design | Chrome Nails - NB5294

Christmas Tree Nails with Rhinestones | Winter - NB1296
Christmas Tree Nails with Rhinestones | Winter - NB1296

Short Winter Nails

Cute Baby Fox Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3142
Cute Baby Fox Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3142

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

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

Silver Marble Nails Design | Marble Nails - NB4740
Silver Marble Nails Design | Marble Nails - NB4740

Red Ombre Design for Square Short Nails | Red Ombre Nails - NB6533
Red Ombre Design for Square Short Nails | Red Ombre Nails - NB6533

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

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

Luxury Male Grooming Nail Design|Men's Nail-NB-D-274
Luxury Male Grooming Nail Design|Men's Nail-NB-D-274

Winter Wedding Nails

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

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

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

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

Textured Bright Color Nails for Wedding | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6686
Textured Bright Color Nails for Wedding | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6686

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

Chrome Stripes Nails
Chrome Stripes Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Classy Winter Nails

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

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

Square Nude Nails with Soft White Tips for Winter | Rei Customized Nail Designs- NB7549
Square Nude Nails with Soft White Tips for Winter | Rei Customized Nail Designs- NB7549

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

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

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

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

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

Simple Winter Nails

Matte Snowman Nails| Christmas | Winter - NB1304
Matte Snowman Nails| Christmas | Winter - NB1304

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

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

Cute Simple Nails for Winter | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6661
Cute Simple Nails for Winter | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6661

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

Boho Wedding Minimal Accent Nail Design|Wedding-NB-D-482
Boho Wedding Minimal Accent Nail Design|Wedding-NB-D-482

Matte Snowman and Friends Nail Design | Christmas | Winter - NB1307
Matte Snowman and Friends Nail Design | Christmas | Winter - NB1307

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

Cute Winter Nails

Christmas Pattern Nails with Gingerbread | Christmas Gingerbread Nails - NB6801
Christmas Pattern Nails with Gingerbread | Christmas Gingerbread Nails - NB6801

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

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

Encapsulated Embellished Snowman Nails | Christmas Nails - NB1681
Encapsulated Embellished Snowman Nails | Christmas Nails - NB1681

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

Cute Christmas Theme Red Nails | Red Christmas Nails - NB6779
Cute Christmas Theme Red Nails | Red Christmas Nails - NB6779

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

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

Blue Winter Nails

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

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

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

Gray Selburose Winter Nails
Gray Selburose Winter Nails

Melificentnailartistry

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

Embellished Watercolor Ombre Nails | Blue Ombre Nails - NB6473
Embellished Watercolor Ombre Nails | Blue Ombre Nails - NB6473

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

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

White Winter Nails

Boho Wedding Luxury Gray Nail Design|Wedding-NB-D-484
Boho Wedding Luxury Gray Nail Design|Wedding-NB-D-484

Christmas Tree Nail Design | Christmas | Winter - NB1227
Christmas Tree Nail Design | Christmas | Winter - NB1227

White Lace Nail Design for Boho Wedding |Wedding-NB-D-479
White Lace Nail Design for Boho Wedding |Wedding-NB-D-479

Glossy Christmas Tree Nail Design | Christmas | Winter - NB1241
Glossy Christmas Tree Nail Design | Christmas | Winter - NB1241

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

Black French with Snowflakes
Black French with Snowflakes

Nails_by_evelyn9

Polar Lights Design French Nails with Hares | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3120
Polar Lights Design French Nails with Hares | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3120

Black and White Nails with Christmas Tree | Christmas | Winter - NB1252
Black and White Nails with Christmas Tree | Christmas | Winter - NB1252

Winter Pink Nails

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

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

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

Easy Christmas Trees Nails | Winter - NB1285
Easy Christmas Trees Nails | Winter - NB1285

Pink Nails with Christmas Tree Accent | Christmas Tree Nails - NB6840
Pink Nails with Christmas Tree Accent | Christmas Tree Nails - NB6840

Snowflakes and Dusty Glitters
Snowflakes and Dusty Glitters

Nailartbychlo

Textured Bright Color Nails for Wedding | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6686
Textured Bright Color Nails for Wedding | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6686

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

Winter Ombre Nails

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

Embellished Ombre Christmas Trees Nails | Winter - NB1270
Embellished Ombre Christmas Trees Nails | Winter - NB1270

Red Ombre Nails Rhinestone Cuff Design | Red Ombre Nails - NB6528
Red Ombre Nails Rhinestone Cuff Design | Red Ombre Nails - NB6528

Silver and Nude Fox Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3144
Silver and Nude Fox Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3144

Glossy Almond Nails with Ombre Design | Nora Customized Nail Designs- NB7322
Glossy Almond Nails with Ombre Design | Nora Customized Nail Designs- NB7322

Brown Watercolor Nail Design | Paint Nail Art - NB2229
Brown Watercolor Nail Design | Paint Nail Art - NB2229

Black Crushed Stones Nails Design | French Manicure - NB3341
Black Crushed Stones Nails Design | French Manicure - NB3341

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

Coffin Winter Nails

Bridal Shower Minimal Accent Nail Design | Wedding-NB-D-78
Bridal Shower Minimal Accent Nail Design | Wedding-NB-D-78

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

Hnnailsbyhoney

Silver Hat Gnome Design on Purple Nails | Christmas Gnome Nails - NB6819
Silver Hat Gnome Design on Purple Nails | Christmas Gnome Nails - NB6819

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

Snowflake and Leaf Nail Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1436
Snowflake and Leaf Nail Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1436

Decorated Christmas Tree and Silhouette Reindeer Nails | Christmas Nails - NB1372
Decorated Christmas Tree and Silhouette Reindeer Nails | Christmas Nails - NB1372

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

Luxury Blue Nails with Embellishment | Blue Birthday Nails - NB6407
Luxury Blue Nails with Embellishment | Blue Birthday Nails - NB6407

Colorful Winter Nails

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

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

Abstract Winter Nails
Abstract Winter Nails

Daimondhand

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

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

Simple Luxury Nails with Iridescent Pearl Theme | Aurora Nails - NB3981
Simple Luxury Nails with Iridescent Pearl Theme | Aurora Nails - NB3981

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

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

Neutral Winter Nails

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

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

Christmas Flowers with Pearls
Christmas Flowers with Pearls

Nailed.it.by.amber

Snow Flake Dots and Owls Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3162
Snow Flake Dots and Owls Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3162

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

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

Winter Snowflake Nails

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

Glossy French Snowman Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1300
Glossy French Snowman Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1300

Dark Red Classy Nails for Winter | Classy Winter Nails - NB6600
Dark Red Classy Nails for Winter | Classy Winter Nails - NB6600

Xmas Sweater Nails
Xmas Sweater Nails

Melificentnailartistry

Winter Soft Pink Nails Design | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6652
Winter Soft Pink Nails Design | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6652

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

Snowflake and Neon Sweater Nails
Snowflake and Neon Sweater Nails

Melificentnailartistry

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

Winter Sweater Nails

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

Pink Sweater Tips
Pink Sweater Tips

Nails_by_evelyn9

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

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

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

Snowflake Textured Nails
Snowflake Textured Nails

Novikova.nailstudio

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

Winter Nail Design on Toes

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

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

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

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

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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