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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

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

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

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

Gnome Design for Snowy Red Nails | Christmas Gnome Nails - NB6791
Gnome Design for Snowy Red Nails | Christmas Gnome Nails - NB6791

Glossy French Christmas Tree Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1242
Glossy French Christmas Tree Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1242

Crocodile Slim Nails
Crocodile Slim Nails

Alexandracojan.trainer

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

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

Short Winter Nails

Chrome Nails for Birthday | Birthday Nails - NB5155
Chrome Nails for Birthday | Birthday Nails - NB5155

Bling Nails for 16th Birthday | Birthday Nails - NB5181
Bling Nails for 16th Birthday | Birthday Nails - NB5181

Santa's Hat French Tip Nails
Santa's Hat French Tip Nails

Nailed.it.by.amber

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

Forest in Snow Nails Design | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6629
Forest in Snow Nails Design | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6629

Mother in Law Filigree Nail Art| Wedding-NB-D-248
Mother in Law Filigree Nail Art| Wedding-NB-D-248

Male Grooming Geometric Nail Design| Men's Nail-NB-D-527
Male Grooming Geometric Nail Design| Men's Nail-NB-D-527

Winter Wedding Nails

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

French 3D Leaves
French 3D Leaves

Blondivika_nsk

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

Reverse French Glitter Design for Wedding | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6681
Reverse French Glitter Design for Wedding | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6681

Champagne Nails with Chrome Accent | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6676
Champagne Nails with Chrome Accent | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6676

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

Snow Queen White Nails
Snow Queen White Nails

Olga_soloveva._

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

Classy Winter Nails

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

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

Embellished Matte Nude Nails with Hearts and a Rose | Matte Valentine Nails- NB7442
Embellished Matte Nude Nails with Hearts and a Rose | Matte Valentine Nails- NB7442

Winter Blue and Purple Glitter Nails | Classy Winter Nails - NB6598
Winter Blue and Purple Glitter Nails | Classy Winter Nails - NB6598

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

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

Luxury Holly Leaf French Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1657
Luxury Holly Leaf French Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1657

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

Simple Winter Nails

Elegant Red Nails Rhinestone Design | Embellished Nails - NB4939
Elegant Red Nails Rhinestone Design | Embellished Nails - NB4939

Christmas Trees and Stars
Christmas Trees and Stars

Nailartbychlo

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

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

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

Cute Winter Nails

Watercolor Gnome Design for Glitter Nails | Christmas Gnome Nails - NB6817
Watercolor Gnome Design for Glitter Nails | Christmas Gnome Nails - NB6817

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Blue Winter Nails

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

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

Party French Nails
Party French Nails

Amanda.sudolll

White and Blue Ombre Nails Design | Blue Ombre Nails - NB6474
White and Blue Ombre Nails Design | Blue Ombre Nails - NB6474

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

Nature in Blue
Nature in Blue

Lucy_smirnova_nails

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

White Winter Nails

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

Red and White Nails with a Cute Elf | Christmas Elf Nails - NB6807
Red and White Nails with a Cute Elf | Christmas Elf Nails - NB6807

Christmas Hot Chocolate Mug
Christmas Hot Chocolate Mug

Sylwia_nailss

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

Bridal Shower Blue Theme Nail Design | Wedding-NB-D-86
Bridal Shower Blue Theme Nail Design | Wedding-NB-D-86

Blue Shimmering Heart
Blue Shimmering Heart

Gallinaz_nail

Glossy Holly Leaf Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1640
Glossy Holly Leaf Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1640

Hologram French Tips with Sparkle
Hologram French Tips with Sparkle

Beauty_nail_kostroma

Winter Pink Nails

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

Pastel Pink and Deer
Pastel Pink and Deer

Fasia.nails

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

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

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

Almond Nails with Glitter Stars
Almond Nails with Glitter Stars

Nails_by_evelyn9

Reindeer Head Design for Pink Nails | Christmas Reindeer Nails - NB6831
Reindeer Head Design for Pink Nails | Christmas Reindeer Nails - NB6831

Winter Ombre Nails

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

Winter Ombre Nails with Holly Leaf | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6655
Winter Ombre Nails with Holly Leaf | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6655

Glossy Ombre Christmas Tree Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1247
Glossy Ombre Christmas Tree Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1247

Ombre Purple Nails with 3D Heart | Purple Valentine Nails- NB7473
Ombre Purple Nails with 3D Heart | Purple Valentine Nails- NB7473

A Snowy Day Nail Design | Christmas Nails - NB1682
A Snowy Day Nail Design | Christmas Nails - NB1682

White and Blue Ombre Nails Design | Blue Ombre Nails - NB6474
White and Blue Ombre Nails Design | Blue Ombre Nails - NB6474

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

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

Coffin Winter Nails

Blue Tropical Nature Nail Design| Tropical-NB-D-603
Blue Tropical Nature Nail Design| Tropical-NB-D-603

Silver Christmas Tree Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1238
Silver Christmas Tree Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1238

Snowy Day Watercolor Nails Design | Paint Nail Art - NB2237
Snowy Day Watercolor Nails Design | Paint Nail Art - NB2237

Rhinestone Reindeer Nail Art | Embellished Nails - NB4948
Rhinestone Reindeer Nail Art | Embellished Nails - NB4948

Simple Snowy Owl Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3149
Simple Snowy Owl Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3149

Fairy Theme Birthday Nails Design | Birthday Nails - NB5099
Fairy Theme Birthday Nails Design | Birthday Nails - NB5099

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

Colorful Winter Nails

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

Mountains in Winter
Mountains in Winter

Daimondhand

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

Abstract Winter Nails
Abstract Winter Nails

Daimondhand

Winter Design Gradient Nails | Colorful Winter Nails - NB6713
Winter Design Gradient Nails | Colorful Winter Nails - NB6713

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Winter Snowflake Nails

Nude Nails for Winter
Nude Nails for Winter

Hnnailsbyhoney

Winter Purple Nails
Winter Purple Nails

Pauletta.nails

Gnome for Christmas Theme Nails | Christmas Gnome Nails - NB6784
Gnome for Christmas Theme Nails | Christmas Gnome Nails - NB6784

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

Santa Claus and a Sledge of Presents Nail Design | Christmas | Winter - NB1327
Santa Claus and a Sledge of Presents Nail Design | Christmas | Winter - NB1327

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

Glossy Snowman Nails with Snowflakes | Christmas | Winter - NB1299
Glossy Snowman Nails with Snowflakes | Christmas | Winter - NB1299

Stamped Chrome Nails
Stamped Chrome Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Winter Sweater Nails

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

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

Sweater Stars for Winter
Sweater Stars for Winter

Nails_by_evelyn9

Snowflake and Neon Sweater Nails
Snowflake and Neon Sweater Nails

Melificentnailartistry

Midnight Brown Sweater Nails
Midnight Brown Sweater Nails

Project_paznokcie

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

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

Christmas Textured Nails
Christmas Textured Nails

Nailartbychlo

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Fuchsia and Navy Devil Eye Nail
Fuchsia and Navy Devil Eye Nail

Project_paznokcie

Candy Cane Accent Nail
Candy Cane Accent Nail

Project_paznokcie

Marble Negative Space Nails
Marble Negative Space Nails

Project_paznokcie

Midnight Brown Sweater Nails
Midnight Brown Sweater Nails

Project_paznokcie

Sparkle and French Nails
Sparkle and French Nails

Project_paznokcie

Blue Leopard and Foil Nails
Blue Leopard and Foil Nails

Project_paznokcie

Panther Love Nails
Panther Love Nails

Project_paznokcie

Plaid Blanket Nail Design
Plaid Blanket Nail Design

Pauletta.nails

Candy Cane Nail Design
Candy Cane Nail Design

Pauletta.nails

Black French with Snowflakes
Black French with Snowflakes

Nails_by_evelyn9

Purple Christmas Nails
Purple Christmas Nails

Nails_by_evelyn9

Dark Purple Sparkle Nails
Dark Purple Sparkle Nails

Nails_by_evelyn9

Almond Nails with Glitter Stars
Almond Nails with Glitter Stars

Nails_by_evelyn9

Long Almond Christmas Nails
Long Almond Christmas Nails

Nails_by_evelyn9

Christmas Festive Nails
Christmas Festive Nails

Nails_by_evelyn9

Christmas Trees and Stars
Christmas Trees and Stars

Nailartbychlo

Snowflakes and Dusty Glitters
Snowflakes and Dusty Glitters

Nailartbychlo

Christmas Textured Nails
Christmas Textured Nails

Nailartbychlo

Blue and Black Zebra Effect Nails
Blue and Black Zebra Effect Nails

Irina_rain

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

Hnnailsbyhoney

Pastel Pink and Deer
Pastel Pink and Deer

Fasia.nails

Olaf Textured Blue Nails
Olaf Textured Blue Nails

Fasia.nails

Christmas Penguin Accent Nail
Christmas Penguin Accent Nail

Fasia.nails

Geometric Flower Design
Geometric Flower Design

Blondivika_nsk

French 3D Leaves
French 3D Leaves

Blondivika_nsk

3D Water Droplets
3D Water Droplets

Blondivika_nsk

Water Splatter Art
Water Splatter Art

Blondivika_nsk

Pastel Neon Star Nails
Pastel Neon Star Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Silver Checkered Nails
Silver Checkered Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Stamped Ombre With Stones
Stamped Ombre With Stones

Blondivika_nsk

Festive Sparkle French
Festive Sparkle French

Blondivika_nsk

French Swirl Nails
French Swirl Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Color Splash Chrome Nails
Color Splash Chrome Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Rain Drop French
Rain Drop French

Blondivika_nsk

Christmas Confetti
Christmas Confetti

Blondivika_nsk

Mirror Gel Nails
Mirror Gel Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Shimmer Love Nails
Shimmer Love Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Encapsulate Floral Nails
Encapsulate Floral Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Square Stamped Nails
Square Stamped Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Stamped Modern French
Stamped Modern French

Blondivika_nsk

3D Pearl Unicorn Nails
3D Pearl Unicorn Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Chrome Stripes Nails
Chrome Stripes Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Stamped Chrome Nails
Stamped Chrome Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Snowflakes on Ombre
Snowflakes on Ombre

Blondivika_nsk

French & Christmas Tree
French & Christmas Tree

Blondivika_nsk

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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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