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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

Antique Jewelry Vintage-inspired Golds Nails | Laura Customized Nail Designs- NB7266
Antique Jewelry Vintage-inspired Golds Nails | Laura Customized Nail Designs- NB7266

Chrome Santa Claus and Reindeer Nail Design | Christmas | Winter - NB1333
Chrome Santa Claus and Reindeer Nail Design | Christmas | Winter - NB1333

Reindeer in Moonlight Nail Art | Christmas Nails - NB1368
Reindeer in Moonlight Nail Art | Christmas Nails - NB1368

Peach Fuzz Nails Grinch Design | Cartoon Nails - NB2017
Peach Fuzz Nails Grinch Design | Cartoon Nails - NB2017

Christmas Tree Nail Design | Christmas | Winter - NB1228
Christmas Tree Nail Design | Christmas | Winter - NB1228

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 Embellishment for Green and White Nails | Winter Snowflake Nails - NB6730
Winter Embellishment for Green and White Nails | Winter Snowflake Nails - NB6730

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

Short Winter Nails

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

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

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

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

Simple Gingerbread Nails Design | Christmas Gingerbread Nails - NB6802
Simple Gingerbread Nails Design | Christmas Gingerbread Nails - NB6802

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

Hand-painted Xmas Nails
Hand-painted Xmas Nails

Mur.nails.ekaterina

Winter Wedding Nails

Stamped Ombre With Stones
Stamped Ombre With Stones

Blondivika_nsk

Pearly White Nails Swirl Design | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6667
Pearly White Nails Swirl Design | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6667

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

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

Chrome Stripes Nails
Chrome Stripes Nails

Blondivika_nsk

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

French 3D Leaves
French 3D Leaves

Blondivika_nsk

Classy Winter Nails

Holly Leaf and Snow Flake Nail Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1660
Holly Leaf and Snow Flake Nail Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1660

Warm Gray Nails Glitter Line Art | Neutral Winter Nails - NB6648
Warm Gray Nails Glitter Line Art | Neutral Winter Nails - NB6648

Winter Forest Nails Design | Classy Winter Nails - NB6602
Winter Forest Nails Design | Classy Winter Nails - NB6602

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

Winter Holly Leaf Nail Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1633
Winter Holly Leaf Nail Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1633

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

Blue Shimmering Heart
Blue Shimmering Heart

Gallinaz_nail

Classy Red Ombre Nails Design | Red Ombre Nails - NB6525
Classy Red Ombre Nails Design | Red Ombre Nails - NB6525

Simple Winter Nails

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

Swirls Nail Art
Swirls Nail Art

Alexandracojan.trainer

Plaid Blanket Nail Design
Plaid Blanket Nail Design

Pauletta.nails

Bridesmaid White and Red French Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-601
Bridesmaid White and Red French Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-601

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

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

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

Cute Winter Nails

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

Gnome in Red Hat Nails Design | Cute Winter Nails - NB6698
Gnome in Red Hat Nails Design | Cute Winter Nails - NB6698

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

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

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

Cute Purple Nails Design | Cute Winter Nails - NB6690
Cute Purple Nails Design | Cute Winter Nails - NB6690

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

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

Blue Winter Nails

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

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

Two-Shades French Manicure
Two-Shades French Manicure

Olga_soloveva._

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

Winter Nails with Blue Silhouette Trees
Winter Nails with Blue Silhouette Trees

Novikova.nailstudio

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

White Winter Nails

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

Embellished Holly Leaf French Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1650
Embellished Holly Leaf French Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1650

Matte French Snowman Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1314
Matte French Snowman Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1314

Winter Cat
Winter Cat

Sylwia_nailss

Blue Glitter Tips
Blue Glitter Tips

Olga_soloveva._

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

Snowman Nails with Foils | Christmas | Winter - NB1303
Snowman Nails with Foils | Christmas | Winter - NB1303

Winter Pink Nails

Simple Christmas Tree Nail Design | Winter - NB1287
Simple Christmas Tree Nail Design | Winter - NB1287

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Winter Ombre Nails

Ombre Nails Water Lilies Design | Blue Ombre Nails - NB6465
Ombre Nails Water Lilies Design | Blue Ombre Nails - NB6465

Winter Frost Ombre Nails from Icy Blue to Pure White | Sogand A. Customized Nail Designs- NB7523
Winter Frost Ombre Nails from Icy Blue to Pure White | Sogand A. Customized Nail Designs- NB7523

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

Embellished Blue Ombre Nails for Winter | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6664
Embellished Blue Ombre Nails for Winter | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6664

Square Stamped Nails
Square Stamped Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Winter Ombre with Snowflakes
Winter Ombre with Snowflakes

Mari_mari_nailart

Elegant Blue Nails Rhinestone Design | Embellished Nails - NB4954
Elegant Blue Nails Rhinestone Design | Embellished Nails - NB4954

Orange and White Ombre Christmas Trees Nails | Winter - NB1269
Orange and White Ombre Christmas Trees Nails | Winter - NB1269

Coffin Winter Nails

Aurora Nails with Arctic Wolf | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3135
Aurora Nails with Arctic Wolf | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3135

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

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

Embellished Watercolor Ombre Nails | Blue Ombre Nails - NB6473
Embellished Watercolor Ombre Nails | Blue Ombre Nails - NB6473

Winter Leaf Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1414
Winter Leaf Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1414

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

Black Nails with Micro French Tips | French Manicure - NB3348
Black Nails with Micro French Tips | French Manicure - NB3348

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

Colorful Winter Nails

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

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

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

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

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

Snowflake and Neon Sweater Nails
Snowflake and Neon Sweater Nails

Melificentnailartistry

Bridal Shower Neon Art Nail Design | Wedding-NB-D-80
Bridal Shower Neon Art Nail Design | Wedding-NB-D-80

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

Neutral Winter Nails

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

Fox in the Forest Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3152
Fox in the Forest Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3152

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

Winter Style Classy Neutral Nails | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6660
Winter Style Classy Neutral Nails | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6660

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

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

Winter Snowflake Nails

Snowflake and Christmas Tree Matte Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1257
Snowflake and Christmas Tree Matte Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1257

Embellished Polar Bear Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3172
Embellished Polar Bear Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3172

Christmas Mouse
Christmas Mouse

Blondivika_nsk

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

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

Nude Nails for Winter
Nude Nails for Winter

Hnnailsbyhoney

Silver and White Reindeer French Nails | Christmas Nails - NB1376
Silver and White Reindeer French Nails | Christmas Nails - NB1376

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

Winter Sweater Nails

Snowflake Textured Nails
Snowflake Textured Nails

Novikova.nailstudio

Pink Sweater Tips
Pink Sweater Tips

Nails_by_evelyn9

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

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

Sweater Stars for Winter
Sweater Stars for Winter

Nails_by_evelyn9

Snowflake and Neon Sweater Nails
Snowflake and Neon Sweater Nails

Melificentnailartistry

Matte Nails Sweater and Snowflake Design | Winter Snowflake Nails - NB6720
Matte Nails Sweater and Snowflake Design | Winter Snowflake Nails - NB6720

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

Winter Nail Design on Toes

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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