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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

Gold Foil Nails
Gold Foil Nails

Alexandracojan.trainer

Reindeer in a Snowy Day Nail Design | Christmas Nails - NB1390
Reindeer in a Snowy Day Nail Design | Christmas Nails - NB1390

Elegant Black and Red Nails for Winter | Winter Nails Design - NB6753
Elegant Black and Red Nails for Winter | Winter Nails Design - NB6753

Xmas Sweater Nails
Xmas Sweater Nails

Melificentnailartistry

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

Pink and White Christmas Tree Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1233
Pink and White Christmas Tree Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1233

Santa Claus Coca Cola Nails
Santa Claus Coca Cola Nails

Nna_naomynailart_official

Stiletto French Tips Rhinestone Design | Embellished Nails - NB4943
Stiletto French Tips Rhinestone Design | Embellished Nails - NB4943

Short Winter Nails

Reindeer Nails with Post Light | Christmas Nails - NB1371
Reindeer Nails with Post Light | Christmas Nails - NB1371

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

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

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

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

3D Snowflake for Red Plaid Nails | Winter Nails Design - NB6747
3D Snowflake for Red Plaid Nails | Winter Nails Design - NB6747

Winter Wedding Nails

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

White Frozen Nails
White Frozen Nails

Minea.nails

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

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

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

Classy Winter Nails

Square Nails with a Subtle Wave Over a Sheer Base | Marjani Customized Nail Designs- NB7515
Square Nails with a Subtle Wave Over a Sheer Base | Marjani Customized Nail Designs- NB7515

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

Classy Filigree Nail Art for Winter | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6657
Classy Filigree Nail Art for Winter | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6657

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

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

Classy Short Nails with Marble Design | Classy Nails - NB5572
Classy Short Nails with Marble Design | Classy Nails - NB5572

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

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

Simple Winter Nails

Velvet Glossy Blue
Velvet Glossy Blue

Alexandracojan.trainer

Chic Filigree Nail Art
Chic Filigree Nail Art

Olga_soloveva._

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

Black Nails with Santa Accent Nail Design | Christmas Nails - NB1681
Black Nails with Santa Accent Nail Design | Christmas Nails - NB1681

Plaid Blanket Nail Design
Plaid Blanket Nail Design

Pauletta.nails

Glitter Design for Bulgarian Rose Nails | Winter Nails Design - NB6745
Glitter Design for Bulgarian Rose Nails | Winter Nails Design - NB6745

Embellished Christmas Tree Nails | Christmas Tree Nails - NB6841
Embellished Christmas Tree Nails | Christmas Tree Nails - NB6841

Birthday Purple Nails with Silver Accents | Birthday Nails - NB5113
Birthday Purple Nails with Silver Accents | Birthday Nails - NB5113

Cute Winter Nails

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

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

Pink Glitter Nails with Gnome | Christmas Nails - NB1397
Pink Glitter Nails with Gnome | Christmas Nails - NB1397

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

Striped Nails with Gnome Design | Christmas Gnome Nails - NB6815
Striped Nails with Gnome Design | Christmas Gnome Nails - NB6815

Polka Dot Reindeer Nails | Christmas Nails - NB1389
Polka Dot Reindeer Nails | Christmas Nails - NB1389

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

Winter Gnome Nail Design | Christmas Nails - NB1406
Winter Gnome Nail Design | Christmas Nails - NB1406

Blue Winter Nails

Cow Print Themed Nails
Cow Print Themed Nails

Olga_soloveva._

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

Frozen Snow Winter Sparkling Nails | Classy Winter Nails - NB6605
Frozen Snow Winter Sparkling Nails | Classy Winter Nails - NB6605

Color Splash Chrome Nails
Color Splash Chrome Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Velvet Nails with Purple Underside
Velvet Nails with Purple Underside

Molnar.mariann

Cable Knit Sweater Nails
Cable Knit Sweater Nails

Sylwia_nailss

Short Nails Flower Design
Short Nails Flower Design

Mur.nails.ekaterina

Blue Christmas Plaid Nails
Blue Christmas Plaid Nails

Melificentnailartistry

White Winter Nails

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Winter Pink Nails

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

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

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

The Cat of Christmas
The Cat of Christmas

Klamaja

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

Pink and White Christmas Tree Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1233
Pink and White Christmas Tree Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1233

Stamped Ombre With Stones
Stamped Ombre With Stones

Blondivika_nsk

Pastel Nails with Christmas Trees | Winter - NB1283
Pastel Nails with Christmas Trees | Winter - NB1283

Winter Ombre Nails

Owl Standing on a Branch Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3133
Owl Standing on a Branch Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3133

Winter Theme Ombre Gray Nails | Winter Ombre Nails - NB6734
Winter Theme Ombre Gray Nails | Winter Ombre Nails - NB6734

Red Ombre Nails Candy Cane Design | Candy Cane Christmas Nails - NB6759
Red Ombre Nails Candy Cane Design | Candy Cane Christmas Nails - NB6759

Red Ombre Nails Tree Design | Red Ombre Nails - NB6526
Red Ombre Nails Tree Design | Red Ombre Nails - NB6526

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

Blue Ombre Nails with Snowflake | Blue Ombre Nails - NB6466
Blue Ombre Nails with Snowflake | Blue Ombre Nails - NB6466

Purple Ombre Nails with Snake Print | Purple Ombre Nails - NB6521
Purple Ombre Nails with Snake Print | Purple Ombre Nails - NB6521

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

Coffin Winter Nails

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

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

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

Winter Ombre Nails Glitter Design | Blue Ombre Nails - NB6464
Winter Ombre Nails Glitter Design | Blue Ombre Nails - NB6464

Glitter Gnome Nails | Christmas Nails - NB1395
Glitter Gnome Nails | Christmas Nails - NB1395

Candy Cane Design for Glass Nails | Candy Cane Christmas Nails - NB6758
Candy Cane Design for Glass Nails | Candy Cane Christmas Nails - NB6758

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

Santa Claus and Christmas Tree Nails Design | Red Christmas Nails - NB6775
Santa Claus and Christmas Tree Nails Design | Red Christmas Nails - NB6775

Colorful Winter Nails

Embellished Grinch Nails for Winter | Cartoon Nails - NB2013
Embellished Grinch Nails for Winter | Cartoon Nails - NB2013

Mirror Gel Nails
Mirror Gel Nails

Blondivika_nsk

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

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

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

Christmas Tree for Colorful Nails | Colorful Winter Nails - NB6707
Christmas Tree for Colorful Nails | Colorful Winter Nails - NB6707

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

Neutral Winter Nails

Almond Abstract Nails Design for a Casual Look | Nora Customized Nail Designs- NB7327
Almond Abstract Nails Design for a Casual Look | Nora Customized Nail Designs- NB7327

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

Winter Cat
Winter Cat

Sylwia_nailss

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

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

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

Winter Snowflake Nails

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

Mickey and Donald Christmas Nail Art
Mickey and Donald Christmas Nail Art

Nna_naomynailart_official

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

Lamppost with Falling Snow and Reindeer Nail Design | Christmas Nails - NB1374
Lamppost with Falling Snow and Reindeer Nail Design | Christmas Nails - NB1374

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

White Nails Bear Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3171
White Nails Bear Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3171

Red Nails with Cute Snowman | Cute Winter Nails - NB6697
Red Nails with Cute Snowman | Cute Winter Nails - NB6697

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

Winter Sweater Nails

Christmas Textured Nails
Christmas Textured Nails

Nailartbychlo

Midnight Brown Sweater Nails
Midnight Brown Sweater Nails

Project_paznokcie

Dark Chocolate Brown Nails with Knitted Accent | Fall Nails - NB5766
Dark Chocolate Brown Nails with Knitted Accent | Fall Nails - NB5766

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

Cable Knit Sweater Nails
Cable Knit Sweater Nails

Sylwia_nailss

White Sweater French Nails
White Sweater French Nails

Melificentnailartistry

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

Sweater Stars for Winter
Sweater Stars for Winter

Nails_by_evelyn9

Winter Nail Design on Toes

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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