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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

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

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

Blue Bling Nails with Snowflake | Winter Snowflake Nails - NB6729
Blue Bling Nails with Snowflake | Winter Snowflake Nails - NB6729

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

Purple Nails Gnome Design | Christmas Gnome Nails - NB6816
Purple Nails Gnome Design | Christmas Gnome Nails - NB6816

Pink and White French Tips | French Manicure - NB3325
Pink and White French Tips | French Manicure - NB3325

Chrome Nails with White and Pink Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4532
Chrome Nails with White and Pink Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4532

Luxury Snowman Nail Design | Christmas | Winter - NB1301
Luxury Snowman Nail Design | Christmas | Winter - NB1301

Short Winter Nails

Square Nails Design For Cold Season | Winter Nails Design - NB6743
Square Nails Design For Cold Season | Winter Nails Design - NB6743

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

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

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

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

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

Glossy Milky White
Glossy Milky White

Alexandracojan.trainer

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

Winter Wedding Nails

French 3D Leaves
French 3D Leaves

Blondivika_nsk

Micro Chevron Nail with Dots | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6674
Micro Chevron Nail with Dots | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6674

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

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

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

Shimmer Love Nails
Shimmer Love Nails

Blondivika_nsk

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

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

Classy Winter Nails

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

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

White Matte Nails with Golden Details | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6684
White Matte Nails with Golden Details | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6684

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

Purple Chrome Reindeer Nails | Christmas Nails - NB1377
Purple Chrome Reindeer Nails | Christmas Nails - NB1377

Glitter Swirl Design for Nude Nails | Neutral Winter Nails - NB6647
Glitter Swirl Design for Nude Nails | Neutral Winter Nails - NB6647

Luxury Blue Nails with Silver Accent | Winter Nails Design - NB6744
Luxury Blue Nails with Silver Accent | Winter Nails Design - NB6744

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

Simple Winter Nails

Chrome Nails for 20st Birthday | Birthday Nails - NB5205
Chrome Nails for 20st Birthday | Birthday Nails - NB5205

Dark Gradient Nails with Reverse French Design | Reverse French Nails - NB5565
Dark Gradient Nails with Reverse French Design | Reverse French Nails - NB5565

Candy Cane Nail Design
Candy Cane Nail Design

Pauletta.nails

Glossy Christmas Tree Nail Design | Christmas | Winter - NB1244
Glossy Christmas Tree Nail Design | Christmas | Winter - NB1244

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

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

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

Matte Winter Landscape
Matte Winter Landscape

Belyyhome

Cute Winter Nails

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

Stiletto Nails with a Elves | Christmas Elf Nails - NB6808
Stiletto Nails with a Elves | Christmas Elf Nails - NB6808

Encapsulated Embellished Snowman Nails | Christmas Nails - NB1681
Encapsulated Embellished Snowman Nails | Christmas Nails - NB1681

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

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

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

Black Nails with Santa Head Nail Design | Christmas Nails - NB1680
Black Nails with Santa Head Nail Design | Christmas Nails - NB1680

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

Blue Winter Nails

Snowflake Design for Blue and Brown Ombre Nails | Winter Ombre Nails - NB6733
Snowflake Design for Blue and Brown Ombre Nails | Winter Ombre Nails - NB6733

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

Walrus on Iceberg Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3125
Walrus on Iceberg Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3125

Light Blue French with Flowers
Light Blue French with Flowers

Lucy_smirnova_nails

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

Leaves Gradient Nails
Leaves Gradient Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Stylish Ombre Nails and Confetti Cuff Design | Blue Ombre Nails - NB6472
Stylish Ombre Nails and Confetti Cuff Design | Blue Ombre Nails - NB6472

White Winter Nails

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

Simple Christmas Tree Nail Design for Holiday | Christmas Tree Nails - NB6842
Simple Christmas Tree Nail Design for Holiday | Christmas Tree Nails - NB6842

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

Nude Nails for Winter
Nude Nails for Winter

Hnnailsbyhoney

Honeymoon Silhouette Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-409
Honeymoon Silhouette Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-409

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

Gnomes with Knitted Hats | Christmas Nails - NB1403
Gnomes with Knitted Hats | Christmas Nails - NB1403

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

Winter Pink Nails

Plaid Blanket Nail Design
Plaid Blanket Nail Design

Pauletta.nails

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

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

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

Snowy Pastel Nails with Christmas Trees | Winter - NB1280
Snowy Pastel Nails with Christmas Trees | Winter - NB1280

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

Gnome Ho Ho Nails | Christmas Nails - NB1394
Gnome Ho Ho Nails | Christmas Nails - NB1394

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

Winter Ombre Nails

Matte Ombre Nails with Fox Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3140
Matte Ombre Nails with Fox Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3140

Rose Gold Nails with Snowflake | Christmas Nails - NB1687
Rose Gold Nails with Snowflake | Christmas Nails - NB1687

Winter Blue Ombre Nails with Leaves | Classy Winter Nails - NB6607
Winter Blue Ombre Nails with Leaves | Classy Winter Nails - NB6607

Ombre Nails Snowflake Design | Winter Ombre Nails - NB6737
Ombre Nails Snowflake Design | Winter Ombre Nails - NB6737

Purple Ombre Winter Trend Nails | Classy Winter Nails - NB6613
Purple Ombre Winter Trend Nails | Classy Winter Nails - NB6613

Winter Holly Leaf Nail Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1644
Winter Holly Leaf Nail Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1644

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

Honeymoon Stiletto Leaf Nail Design | Wedding-NB-D-599
Honeymoon Stiletto Leaf Nail Design | Wedding-NB-D-599

Coffin Winter Nails

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

Honeymoon Silhouette Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-409
Honeymoon Silhouette Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-409

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

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

Rose Gold Nails with Snowflake | Christmas Nails - NB1687
Rose Gold Nails with Snowflake | Christmas Nails - NB1687

Foil Design Black Nails with Dots | Dot Nails - NB4481
Foil Design Black Nails with Dots | Dot Nails - NB4481

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

Colorful Winter Nails

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

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

Mirror Gel Nails
Mirror Gel Nails

Blondivika_nsk

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

Christmas Gift Nails Design | Colorful Winter Nails - NB6704
Christmas Gift Nails Design | Colorful Winter Nails - NB6704

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

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

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

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

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

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

Matte Ombre Nails with Fox Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3140
Matte Ombre Nails with Fox Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3140

Glitter Swirl Design for Nude Nails | Neutral Winter Nails - NB6647
Glitter Swirl Design for Nude Nails | Neutral Winter Nails - NB6647

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

Winter Blue and Gray Tones
Winter Blue and Gray Tones

Irina_rain

Winter Snowflake Nails

Blue Nails with Gold Snowflake For Winter | Classy Winter Nails - NB6615
Blue Nails with Gold Snowflake For Winter | Classy Winter Nails - NB6615

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

Snow White Outline Nails Design | Cute Winter Nails - NB6694
Snow White Outline Nails Design | Cute Winter Nails - NB6694

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

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

Snowflakes and Glitter Swirls
Snowflakes and Glitter Swirls

Novikova.nailstudio

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

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

Winter Sweater Nails

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

Snowflake Textured Nails
Snowflake Textured Nails

Novikova.nailstudio

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

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

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

Pink Sweater Tips
Pink Sweater Tips

Nails_by_evelyn9

Christmas Textured Nails
Christmas Textured Nails

Nailartbychlo

Winter Nail Design on Toes

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Confetti Gel Nails
Confetti Gel Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Leaves Gradient Nails
Leaves Gradient Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Velvet Glossy Blue
Velvet Glossy Blue

Alexandracojan.trainer

Glossy Milky White
Glossy Milky White

Alexandracojan.trainer

Interstellar Effect
Interstellar Effect

Alexandracojan.trainer

Swirls Nail Art
Swirls Nail Art

Alexandracojan.trainer

Crocodile Slim Nails
Crocodile Slim Nails

Alexandracojan.trainer

Gold Foil Nails
Gold Foil Nails

Alexandracojan.trainer

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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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