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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

Hologram French Tips with Sparkle
Hologram French Tips with Sparkle

Beauty_nail_kostroma

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

Christmas Tree Nail Design | Christmas | Winter - NB1225
Christmas Tree Nail Design | Christmas | Winter - NB1225

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

Blue Chrome leaf  Nail Design for Bridesmaid| Wedding-NB-D-543
Blue Chrome leaf Nail Design for Bridesmaid| Wedding-NB-D-543

Cow Print Themed Nails
Cow Print Themed Nails

Olga_soloveva._

Full Bling Christmas Tree Nails with Ornaments Design | Winter - NB1295
Full Bling Christmas Tree Nails with Ornaments Design | Winter - NB1295

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

Short Winter Nails

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

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

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

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

Short Polka Dot Nails with Gingerbread | Christmas Gingerbread Nails - NB6805
Short Polka Dot Nails with Gingerbread | Christmas Gingerbread Nails - NB6805

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

Floral Cobalt Blue Nails Boldness and Minimalism Design | Nita Customized Nail Designs- NB7368
Floral Cobalt Blue Nails Boldness and Minimalism Design | Nita Customized Nail Designs- NB7368

Cat in Snow Nails Design | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6624
Cat in Snow Nails Design | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6624

Winter Wedding Nails

Party Confetti Nail Art
Party Confetti Nail Art

Dashenkanails

Green Velvet Leaf Nails
Green Velvet Leaf Nails

Sylwia_nailss

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

Shimmer Love Nails
Shimmer Love Nails

Blondivika_nsk

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

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

Classy Winter Nails

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

Wedding Oval Nails Glitter Design | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6687
Wedding Oval Nails Glitter Design | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6687

Red Ombre Nails Glitter Design | Red Ombre Nails - NB6524
Red Ombre Nails Glitter Design | Red Ombre Nails - NB6524

Glossy Sparkling Christmas Tree Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1237
Glossy Sparkling Christmas Tree Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1237

Blue Nails with Glitter Design | Classy Nails - NB3821
Blue Nails with Glitter Design | Classy Nails - NB3821

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

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

Simple Winter Nails

Glossy Christmas Tree Nail Design | Christmas | Winter - NB1244
Glossy Christmas Tree Nail Design | Christmas | Winter - NB1244

Blue Shimmering Heart
Blue Shimmering Heart

Gallinaz_nail

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

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

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

Almond Nails with Glitter Stars
Almond Nails with Glitter Stars

Nails_by_evelyn9

Red Ombre Bling Nails Design | Red Ombre Nails - NB6531
Red Ombre Bling Nails Design | Red Ombre Nails - NB6531

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

Cute Winter Nails

Gnome on Nude Nails for Christmas | Christmas Gnome Nails - NB6821
Gnome on Nude Nails for Christmas | Christmas Gnome Nails - NB6821

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

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

Christmas Blue Nails with Gnome | Christmas Gnome Nails - NB6824
Christmas Blue Nails with Gnome | Christmas Gnome Nails - NB6824

Winnie the Pooh with Christmas Gift Nail Design | Cartoon Nails - NB1702
Winnie the Pooh with Christmas Gift Nail Design | Cartoon Nails - NB1702

Cute Gnome for Embellished Purple Nails | Christmas Gnome Nails - NB6822
Cute Gnome for Embellished Purple Nails | Christmas Gnome Nails - NB6822

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

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

Blue Winter Nails

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

Ombre Christmas Tree Nail Art | Winter - NB1272
Ombre Christmas Tree Nail Art | Winter - NB1272

Christmas Blue Nails with Gnome | Christmas Gnome Nails - NB6824
Christmas Blue Nails with Gnome | Christmas Gnome Nails - NB6824

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

Gemstone Turquoise Nails
Gemstone Turquoise Nails

Melificentnailartistry

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

Nails with Penguin Chicks Playing on Ice | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3157
Nails with Penguin Chicks Playing on Ice | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3157

White Winter Nails

Striped Christmas Presents Nail Design | Winter - NB1330
Striped Christmas Presents Nail Design | Winter - NB1330

Owl on Tree Branch Nails | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3168
Owl on Tree Branch Nails | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3168

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

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

Nude and White Christmas Tree Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1255
Nude and White Christmas Tree Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1255

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

Arctic Wolves Beneath the Hues of the Aurora Borealis Nail Art | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3123
Arctic Wolves Beneath the Hues of the Aurora Borealis Nail Art | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3123

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

Winter Pink Nails

Gnome Ho Ho Pink Nails | Christmas Nails - NB1402
Gnome Ho Ho Pink Nails | Christmas Nails - NB1402

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

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

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

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

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

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

Christmas Textured Nails
Christmas Textured Nails

Nailartbychlo

Winter Ombre Nails

Square Stamped Nails
Square Stamped Nails

Blondivika_nsk

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

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

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

Watercolor Christmas Nails
Watercolor Christmas Nails

Melificentnailartistry

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

Christmas Tree Nails with Glitter Embellishment | Christmas | Winter - NB1234
Christmas Tree Nails with Glitter Embellishment | Christmas | Winter - NB1234

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

Coffin Winter Nails

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

Seals Resting on Icebergs Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3155
Seals Resting on Icebergs Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3155

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

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

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

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

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

Colorful Winter Nails

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

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

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

Mirror Gel Nails
Mirror Gel Nails

Blondivika_nsk

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

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

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

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

Neutral Winter Nails

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

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

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

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

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

Nude and White Christmas Tree Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1255
Nude and White Christmas Tree Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1255

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

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

Winter Snowflake Nails

Snoopy from Peanuts Nails
Snoopy from Peanuts Nails

Nna_naomynailart_official

Snowflake Nails Design | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6619
Snowflake Nails Design | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6619

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

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

Gnomes and Christmas Trees Nails Design | Christmas Gnome Nails - NB6790
Gnomes and Christmas Trees Nails Design | Christmas Gnome Nails - NB6790

Stamping for Winter
Stamping for Winter

Blondivika_nsk

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

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

Winter Sweater Nails

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

Snowflake and Neon Sweater Nails
Snowflake and Neon Sweater Nails

Melificentnailartistry

Blue Christmas Plaid Nails
Blue Christmas Plaid Nails

Melificentnailartistry

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

Midnight Brown Sweater Nails
Midnight Brown Sweater Nails

Project_paznokcie

Snowflake Textured Nails
Snowflake Textured Nails

Novikova.nailstudio

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

Cable Knit Sweater Nails
Cable Knit Sweater Nails

Sylwia_nailss

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

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

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

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

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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