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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

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

Christmas Festive Nails
Christmas Festive Nails

Nails_by_evelyn9

Hologram French Tips with Sparkle
Hologram French Tips with Sparkle

Beauty_nail_kostroma

3D Boho Chic Nail Design|Wedding-NB-D14
3D Boho Chic Nail Design|Wedding-NB-D14

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

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

Stamped Modern French
Stamped Modern French

Blondivika_nsk

Short Winter Nails

White Groom Nail Design|Men's Nail-NB-D-276
White Groom Nail Design|Men's Nail-NB-D-276

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

Embellished Red Plaid Nails | Winter Nails Design - NB6757
Embellished Red Plaid Nails | Winter Nails Design - NB6757

Glossy Gold Christmas Tree Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1249
Glossy Gold Christmas Tree Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1249

Short Winter Nails with Snowy Owls Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3128
Short Winter Nails with Snowy Owls Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3128

Winter Design Cute Short Nails | Winter Nails Design - NB6748
Winter Design Cute Short Nails | Winter Nails Design - NB6748

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

Gray and White Ombre Nails with Snowy Owl | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3137
Gray and White Ombre Nails with Snowy Owl | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3137

Winter Wedding Nails

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

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

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

White Frozen Nails
White Frozen Nails

Minea.nails

Green Velvet Leaf Nails
Green Velvet Leaf Nails

Sylwia_nailss

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

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

Coffin Blue Nails with Glitter for Winter | Classy Winter Nails - NB6610
Coffin Blue Nails with Glitter for Winter | Classy Winter Nails - NB6610

Marble Tips Nail Design for a Classy Look | Classy Nails - NB5574
Marble Tips Nail Design for a Classy Look | Classy Nails - NB5574

Classy Holly Leaf French Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1638
Classy Holly Leaf French Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1638

Gold Crown Accent for Birthday Nails | Birthday Crown Nails - NB7084
Gold Crown Accent for Birthday Nails | Birthday Crown Nails - NB7084

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

Simple Winter Nails

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

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

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

Elegant Purple Nails for Birthday | Birthday Nails - NB5128
Elegant Purple Nails for Birthday | Birthday Nails - NB5128

Simple Gnome Nail Design for Christmas | Christmas Gnome Nails - NB6792
Simple Gnome Nail Design for Christmas | Christmas Gnome Nails - NB6792

Beach Wedding GlitterNails| Wedding-NB-D-42
Beach Wedding GlitterNails| Wedding-NB-D-42

Sparkle and French Nails
Sparkle and French Nails

Project_paznokcie

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

Cute Winter Nails

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

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

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

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

Gingerbread Theme Blue and Orange Nails | Christmas Gingerbread Nails - NB6798
Gingerbread Theme Blue and Orange Nails | Christmas Gingerbread Nails - NB6798

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

Christmas Tree Nails in Snow | Cute Winter Nails - NB6696
Christmas Tree Nails in Snow | Cute Winter Nails - NB6696

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

Blue Winter Nails

Blue Tropical Leaf  Nail Design| Tropical-NB-D-602
Blue Tropical Leaf Nail Design| Tropical-NB-D-602

Velvet Glossy Blue
Velvet Glossy Blue

Alexandracojan.trainer

Luxury Blue Marble Nails Design | Marble Nails - NB5437
Luxury Blue Marble Nails Design | Marble Nails - NB5437

Coffin Blue Nails with Glitter for Winter | Classy Winter Nails - NB6610
Coffin Blue Nails with Glitter for Winter | Classy Winter Nails - NB6610

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

Simple Vertical Glitter Line
Simple Vertical Glitter Line

Sylwia_nailss

Bird on Ombre Nails
Bird on Ombre Nails

Sylwia_nailss

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

White Winter Nails

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

Ombre Nails with Snowy Owls | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3127
Ombre Nails with Snowy Owls | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3127

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

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

White Frozen Nails
White Frozen Nails

Minea.nails

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

Love for Snow Simple Nails Design | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6625
Love for Snow Simple Nails Design | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6625

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

Winter Pink Nails

Pastel Nails with Christmas Trees | Winter - NB1278
Pastel Nails with Christmas Trees | Winter - NB1278

Boho Wedding Nude Color Nail Design|Wedding-NB-D-481
Boho Wedding Nude Color Nail Design|Wedding-NB-D-481

Honeymoon Shimmer Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-405
Honeymoon Shimmer Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-405

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

Outline Nails with Gingerbread Design | Christmas Gingerbread Nails - NB6797
Outline Nails with Gingerbread Design | Christmas Gingerbread Nails - NB6797

Pastel Pink and Deer
Pastel Pink and Deer

Fasia.nails

Midnight Brown Sweater Nails
Midnight Brown Sweater Nails

Project_paznokcie

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

Winter Ombre Nails

Honeymoon Silhouette and Floral Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-411
Honeymoon Silhouette and Floral Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-411

Matte Ombre Nails Reverse French Design | Red Ombre Nails - NB6523
Matte Ombre Nails Reverse French Design | Red Ombre Nails - NB6523

Short Ombre Nails Rhinestone Design | Red Ombre Nails - NB6522
Short Ombre Nails Rhinestone Design | Red Ombre Nails - NB6522

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

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

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

Black Ombre Nails with Glitter Drips | Black Ombre Nails - NB6479
Black Ombre Nails with Glitter Drips | Black Ombre Nails - NB6479

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

Coffin Winter Nails

Polar Animals Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3141
Polar Animals Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3141

Snowman Matte Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1310
Snowman Matte Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1310

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

Pink Design Nails for Winter | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6650
Pink Design Nails for Winter | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6650

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

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

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

Coffin Nails Snowflake Design | Winter Snowflake Nails - NB6732
Coffin Nails Snowflake Design | Winter Snowflake Nails - NB6732

Colorful Winter Nails

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

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

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

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

Snowflake and Neon Sweater Nails
Snowflake and Neon Sweater Nails

Melificentnailartistry

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

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

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

Neutral Winter Nails

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

A Cute Fox Cub Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3148
A Cute Fox Cub Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3148

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

Gray Selburose Winter Nails
Gray Selburose Winter Nails

Melificentnailartistry

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

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

Winter Snowflake Nails

Arctic Fox in a Forest Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3139
Arctic Fox in a Forest Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3139

Snowy Day Watercolor Umbrella Nails | Paint Nail Art - NB2228
Snowy Day Watercolor Umbrella Nails | Paint Nail Art - NB2228

Stamping for Winter
Stamping for Winter

Blondivika_nsk

Winter Nails with White Outline | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6658
Winter Nails with White Outline | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6658

Snowy Night Nails Design | Classy Winter Nails - NB6612
Snowy Night Nails Design | Classy Winter Nails - NB6612

Christmas Style Gnome Nails | Christmas Gnome Nails - NB6789
Christmas Style Gnome Nails | Christmas Gnome Nails - NB6789

Nude Nails for Winter
Nude Nails for Winter

Hnnailsbyhoney

Winter Coffin Nails in Red | Red Christmas Nails - NB6778
Winter Coffin Nails in Red | Red Christmas Nails - NB6778

Winter Sweater Nails

Snowflake and Neon Sweater Nails
Snowflake and Neon Sweater Nails

Melificentnailartistry

Christmas Textured Nails
Christmas Textured Nails

Nailartbychlo

Blue Christmas Plaid Nails
Blue Christmas Plaid Nails

Melificentnailartistry

White Sweater French Nails
White Sweater French Nails

Melificentnailartistry

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

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

Sweater Stars for Winter
Sweater Stars for Winter

Nails_by_evelyn9

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

Winter Nail Design on Toes

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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.
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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!
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Darker colors like browns, reds, and purples are great for winter because they make you feel warm.
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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.
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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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