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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

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

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

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

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

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

Blue and Purple Nails for Winter | Cute Winter Nails - NB6695
Blue and Purple Nails for Winter | Cute Winter Nails - NB6695

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

Short Winter Nails

Reindeer Christmas Nails with Red Glitter Design | Christmas Reindeer Nails - NB6827
Reindeer Christmas Nails with Red Glitter Design | Christmas Reindeer Nails - NB6827

Winter Shades of Blue
Winter Shades of Blue

Irina_rain

Short Matte Nails Design with Reindeer Head | Christmas Reindeer Nails - NB6828
Short Matte Nails Design with Reindeer Head | Christmas Reindeer Nails - NB6828

Boho Wedding Short Embellished Nail Design|Wedding-NB-D-463
Boho Wedding Short Embellished Nail Design|Wedding-NB-D-463

Short Nails Flower Design
Short Nails Flower Design

Mur.nails.ekaterina

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

Christmas Tree and Gift Nails Design | Christmas Tree Nails - NB6844
Christmas Tree and Gift Nails Design | Christmas Tree Nails - NB6844

Filigree Male Grooming Nail Design|Men's Nail-NB-D-272
Filigree Male Grooming Nail Design|Men's Nail-NB-D-272

Winter Wedding Nails

3D Pearl Unicorn Nails
3D Pearl Unicorn Nails

Blondivika_nsk

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

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

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

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

White Frozen Nails
White Frozen Nails

Minea.nails

Classy Winter Nails

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

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

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

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

Winter Gradient Nails
Winter Gradient Nails

Pauletta.nails

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

Red French Manicure Classy Foil Design | Classy Winter Nails - NB6616
Red French Manicure Classy Foil Design | Classy Winter Nails - NB6616

Embellished Christmas Tree Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1229
Embellished Christmas Tree Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1229

Simple Winter Nails

Winter Pastel Nails Simple Design | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6665
Winter Pastel Nails Simple Design | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6665

Short Matte Nails Design with Reindeer Head | Christmas Reindeer Nails - NB6828
Short Matte Nails Design with Reindeer Head | Christmas Reindeer Nails - NB6828

Christmas Tree and Gift Nails Design | Christmas Tree Nails - NB6844
Christmas Tree and Gift Nails Design | Christmas Tree Nails - NB6844

Bridesmaid Minimal Blue Nail Design with Butterfly| Wedding-NB-D-569
Bridesmaid Minimal Blue Nail Design with Butterfly| Wedding-NB-D-569

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

Chrome Nails in Peach Shade for a Beachy Glow | Marjani Customized Nail Designs- NB7514
Chrome Nails in Peach Shade for a Beachy Glow | Marjani Customized Nail Designs- NB7514

Reindeer Design for Short Pink Nails | Christmas Reindeer Nails - NB6835
Reindeer Design for Short Pink Nails | Christmas Reindeer Nails - NB6835

Cute Winter Nails

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

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

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

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

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

Christmas Theme Nails with Baby Reindeer | Christmas Reindeer Nails - NB6836
Christmas Theme Nails with Baby Reindeer | Christmas Reindeer Nails - NB6836

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

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

Blue Winter Nails

Shimmer Blue Nails with Snowflake | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6627
Shimmer Blue Nails with Snowflake | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6627

Autumn Nails with Minimalist Golden Leaf Accents | Nita Customized Nail Designs- NB7353
Autumn Nails with Minimalist Golden Leaf Accents | Nita Customized Nail Designs- NB7353

Chrome Nails in Icy Blue and Silver Hues | Laura Customized Nail Designs- NB7267
Chrome Nails in Icy Blue and Silver Hues | Laura Customized Nail Designs- NB7267

Airbrushing Nail Extension
Airbrushing Nail Extension

Lucy_smirnova_nails

Cute Penguins Snowy Day Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3130
Cute Penguins Snowy Day Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3130

Nails with Cute Polar Bear Cubs on Iceberg | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3136
Nails with Cute Polar Bear Cubs on Iceberg | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3136

Snoopy from Peanuts Nails
Snoopy from Peanuts Nails

Nna_naomynailart_official

Naked Tree in Snow Design for Blue Ombre Nails | Classy Winter Nails - NB6617
Naked Tree in Snow Design for Blue Ombre Nails | Classy Winter Nails - NB6617

White Winter Nails

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

Glossy French Santa Claus Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1319
Glossy French Santa Claus Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1319

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

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

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

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

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

Hologram French Tips with Sparkle
Hologram French Tips with Sparkle

Beauty_nail_kostroma

Winter Pink Nails

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

Winter Pastel Nails Simple Design | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6665
Winter Pastel Nails Simple Design | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6665

Cute Reindeer for Pink Nails Design | Christmas Reindeer Nails - NB6829
Cute Reindeer for Pink Nails Design | Christmas Reindeer Nails - NB6829

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

Long Coffin Nails and Reindeer Accent | Christmas Reindeer Nails - NB6837
Long Coffin Nails and Reindeer Accent | Christmas Reindeer Nails - NB6837

Ombre Minimal Christmas Tree Nails | Winter - NB1274
Ombre Minimal Christmas Tree Nails | Winter - NB1274

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

Elegant Square Nails with Silver Glitter Outlines | Outline Nails - NB5351
Elegant Square Nails with Silver Glitter Outlines | Outline Nails - NB5351

Winter Ombre Nails

Ombre Minimal Christmas Tree Nails | Winter - NB1274
Ombre Minimal Christmas Tree Nails | Winter - NB1274

Ombre Nails for Cold Season | Winter Ombre Nails - NB6736
Ombre Nails for Cold Season | Winter Ombre Nails - NB6736

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

Christmas Confetti
Christmas Confetti

Blondivika_nsk

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

Snowy Ombre Nails with Christmas Trees | Winter - NB1271
Snowy Ombre Nails with Christmas Trees | Winter - NB1271

Embellished Polar Bear Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3124
Embellished Polar Bear Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3124

Encapsulate Floral Nails
Encapsulate Floral Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Coffin Winter Nails

Christmas Penguin Accent Nail
Christmas Penguin Accent Nail

Fasia.nails

Beach Wedding Glitter Nails | Wedding-NB-D-32
Beach Wedding Glitter Nails | Wedding-NB-D-32

Nail Design of Playful Penguins Sliding on Ice | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3122
Nail Design of Playful Penguins Sliding on Ice | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3122

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

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

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

Colorful Winter Nails

Snowflake Pattern for Colorful Nails | Colorful Winter Nails - NB6712
Snowflake Pattern for Colorful Nails | Colorful Winter Nails - NB6712

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

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

Hologram French Tips with Sparkle
Hologram French Tips with Sparkle

Beauty_nail_kostroma

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

Cute Colorful Nails with Snowman | Colorful Winter Nails - NB6716
Cute Colorful Nails with Snowman | Colorful Winter Nails - NB6716

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

Neutral Winter Nails

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Snowy Christmas Tree Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1248
Snowy Christmas Tree Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1248

Penguins in Winter Snowfall Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3163
Penguins in Winter Snowfall Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3163

Classy Black Nails Snowflake Design | Winter Nails Design - NB6756
Classy Black Nails Snowflake Design | Winter Nails Design - NB6756

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

Simple Winter French Nails Design | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6653
Simple Winter French Nails Design | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6653

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

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

Winter Sweater Nails

Pink Sweater Tips
Pink Sweater Tips

Nails_by_evelyn9

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

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

White Sweater French Nails
White Sweater French Nails

Melificentnailartistry

Snowflake and Neon Sweater Nails
Snowflake and Neon Sweater 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

Xmas Sweater Nails
Xmas Sweater Nails

Melificentnailartistry

Winter Nail Design on Toes

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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