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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

Panther Love Nails
Panther Love Nails

Project_paznokcie

Glossy Almond Nails with Ombre Design | Nora Customized Nail Designs- NB7322
Glossy Almond Nails with Ombre Design | Nora Customized Nail Designs- NB7322

Dark Wedding Elegant Black Nails with Red Design|Wedding-NB-D-439
Dark Wedding Elegant Black Nails with Red Design|Wedding-NB-D-439

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

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

101 Dalmatians and Paw Pattern Nails
101 Dalmatians and Paw Pattern Nails

Nna_naomynailart_official

Crocodile Slim Nails
Crocodile Slim Nails

Alexandracojan.trainer

Santa Claus Nails with Stripes | Christmas | Winter - NB1320
Santa Claus Nails with Stripes | Christmas | Winter - NB1320

Short Winter Nails

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

Irina_rain

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

Short Polka Dot Nails with Gingerbread | Christmas Gingerbread Nails - NB6805
Short Polka Dot Nails with Gingerbread | Christmas Gingerbread Nails - NB6805

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

Glitter Design for 21st Birthday Nails | Birthday Nails - NB5194
Glitter Design for 21st Birthday Nails | Birthday Nails - NB5194

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

Winter Blue and Gray Tones
Winter Blue and Gray Tones

Irina_rain

Winter Wedding Nails

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

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

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

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

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

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

Party Confetti Nail Art
Party Confetti Nail Art

Dashenkanails

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

Classy Winter Nails

Pastel Nails with Silhouette Reindeer | Christmas Nails - NB1367
Pastel Nails with Silhouette Reindeer | Christmas Nails - NB1367

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

Silver Swirls for Pearly White Nails | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6678
Silver Swirls for Pearly White Nails | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6678

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

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

Winter Theme Black Nails | Classy Winter Nails - NB6606
Winter Theme Black Nails | Classy Winter Nails - NB6606

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

Simple Winter Nails

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

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

Red and Mustard Yellow Fall Plaid Nails | Fall Nails - NB5717
Red and Mustard Yellow Fall Plaid Nails | Fall Nails - NB5717

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

Green Velvet Leaf Nails
Green Velvet Leaf Nails

Sylwia_nailss

Chic Filigree Nail Art
Chic Filigree Nail Art

Olga_soloveva._

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

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

Cute Winter Nails

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

Christmas Pattern Nails with Gingerbread | Christmas Gingerbread Nails - NB6801
Christmas Pattern Nails with Gingerbread | Christmas Gingerbread Nails - NB6801

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

Square Gnome Nails Design | Christmas Gnome Nails - NB6825
Square Gnome Nails Design | Christmas Gnome Nails - NB6825

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

Knitted Gnomes Nail Design | Christmas Nails - NB1404
Knitted Gnomes Nail Design | Christmas Nails - NB1404

Christmas Theme Elf Nails Glitter Design | Cute Winter Nails - NB6693
Christmas Theme Elf Nails Glitter Design | Cute Winter Nails - NB6693

Gingerbread Nails Design for Winter | Christmas Gingerbread Nails - NB6806
Gingerbread Nails Design for Winter | Christmas Gingerbread Nails - NB6806

Blue Winter Nails

Blue and Silver Marble Nails Design | Marble Nails - NB4741
Blue and Silver Marble Nails Design | Marble Nails - NB4741

Blue Marble French Nails
Blue Marble French Nails

Molnar.mariann

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

Nails with Cute Polar Bear Cubs on Iceberg | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3136
Nails with Cute Polar Bear Cubs on Iceberg | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3136

Nature in Snow Blue Nails Design | Classy Winter Nails - NB6596
Nature in Snow Blue Nails Design | Classy Winter Nails - NB6596

Snowy Winnie the Pooh French Nails | Cartoon Nails - NB1693
Snowy Winnie the Pooh French Nails | Cartoon Nails - NB1693

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

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

White Winter Nails

Frozen French Manicure Nails with Seals Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3154
Frozen French Manicure Nails with Seals Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3154

Christmas Textured Nails
Christmas Textured Nails

Nailartbychlo

White Nails with Red Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4550
White Nails with Red Swirls | Swirl Nails - NB4550

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

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

Black French with Snowflakes
Black French with Snowflakes

Nails_by_evelyn9

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

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 Pink Nails

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

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

Peach Fuzz Christmas Nails | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1777
Peach Fuzz Christmas Nails | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1777

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

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

Boho Wedding Minimal Accent Nail Design|Wedding-NB-D-482
Boho Wedding Minimal Accent Nail Design|Wedding-NB-D-482

Mother in Law Simple Glitter Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-264
Mother in Law Simple Glitter Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-264

The Cat of Christmas
The Cat of Christmas

Klamaja

Winter Ombre Nails

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

Christmas Confetti
Christmas Confetti

Blondivika_nsk

Purple Ombre Nails Polka Dots Design | Purple Ombre Nails - NB6510
Purple Ombre Nails Polka Dots Design | Purple Ombre Nails - NB6510

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

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

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

Decorated Christmas Tree Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1236
Decorated Christmas Tree Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1236

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

Coffin Winter Nails

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

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

Black and Rose Gold Leopard Nails Design | Animal Print Nails - NB4314
Black and Rose Gold Leopard Nails Design | Animal Print Nails - NB4314

Mother in Law Dark Matte Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-249
Mother in Law Dark Matte Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-249

Winter Ice Blue Nails Crocodile Print Design | Animal Print Nails - NB4409
Winter Ice Blue Nails Crocodile Print Design | Animal Print Nails - NB4409

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

Colorful Winter Nails

Glossy Colorful Nails with Snowman Design | Colorful Winter Nails - NB6708
Glossy Colorful Nails with Snowman Design | Colorful Winter Nails - NB6708

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

Winnie the Pooh Christmas Nails | Cartoon Nails - NB1699
Winnie the Pooh Christmas Nails | Cartoon Nails - NB1699

Zig Zag Nails for Winter
Zig Zag Nails for Winter

Daimondhand

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

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

Simple Christmas Gift-inspired Nails | Colorful Winter Nails - NB6710
Simple Christmas Gift-inspired Nails | Colorful Winter Nails - NB6710

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

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

Snow Covered Tree Nails Design | Classy Winter Nails - NB6611
Snow Covered Tree Nails Design | Classy Winter Nails - NB6611

Snow Flake Dots and Owls Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3162
Snow Flake Dots and Owls Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3162

Winter Cat
Winter Cat

Sylwia_nailss

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

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

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

Winter Snowflake Nails

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

Peaceful Rainy Day Nails Design| Arina's Unique Nail Story - NB6459
Peaceful Rainy Day Nails Design| Arina's Unique Nail Story - NB6459

Cat in Snow Nails Design | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6624
Cat in Snow Nails Design | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6624

Snowman Crystal Ball Nail Art | Christmas Nails - NB1680
Snowman Crystal Ball Nail Art | Christmas Nails - NB1680

Christmas Festive Nails
Christmas Festive Nails

Nails_by_evelyn9

Owl and Snow Flake Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3150
Owl and Snow Flake Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3150

Elf Accent for Chrome Nails Design | Christmas Elf Nails - NB6813
Elf Accent for Chrome Nails Design | Christmas Elf Nails - NB6813

Cute Christmas Theme Red Nails | Red Christmas Nails - NB6779
Cute Christmas Theme Red Nails | Red Christmas Nails - NB6779

Winter Sweater Nails

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

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

Pink Sweater Tips
Pink Sweater Tips

Nails_by_evelyn9

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

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

Winter Nail Design on Toes

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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