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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

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

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

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

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

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

Luxury Shimmer Ombre Honeymoon Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-417
Luxury Shimmer Ombre Honeymoon Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-417

Purple Christmas Nails
Purple Christmas Nails

Nails_by_evelyn9

Stamped Modern French
Stamped Modern French

Blondivika_nsk

Short Winter Nails

Abstract Winter Nails
Abstract Winter Nails

Daimondhand

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

Nails with Encapsulated Gold Hearts | Heart Nails - NB4779
Nails with Encapsulated Gold Hearts | Heart Nails - NB4779

Subtle Striped Nail Art for Purple Ombre | Purple Ombre Nails - NB6520
Subtle Striped Nail Art for Purple Ombre | Purple Ombre Nails - NB6520

Birthday Glossy Blue Nails with Confetti | Birthday Nails - NB5152
Birthday Glossy Blue Nails with Confetti | Birthday Nails - NB5152

Winter Blue and Gray Tones
Winter Blue and Gray Tones

Irina_rain

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

Reindeer Design for Short Pink Nails | Christmas Reindeer Nails - NB6835
Reindeer Design for Short Pink Nails | Christmas Reindeer Nails - NB6835

Winter Wedding Nails

Party Confetti Nail Art
Party Confetti Nail Art

Dashenkanails

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

Chrome Stripes Nails
Chrome Stripes Nails

Blondivika_nsk

White Nails Silver Glitter Design | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6683
White Nails Silver Glitter Design | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6683

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

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

Classy Winter Nails

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

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

Milky Purple Nails and Winter Trees | Classy Winter Nails - NB6595
Milky Purple Nails and Winter Trees | Classy Winter Nails - NB6595

Glossy Silver Snowflake Nails | Christmas Nails - NB1684
Glossy Silver Snowflake Nails | Christmas Nails - NB1684

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

Double Tips with Chrome Micro French Design | Spring Nails - NB3962
Double Tips with Chrome Micro French Design | Spring Nails - NB3962

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

Red Ombre Design for Square Short Nails | Red Ombre Nails - NB6533
Red Ombre Design for Square Short Nails | Red Ombre Nails - NB6533

Simple Winter Nails

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

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

Blue Leopard and Foil Nails
Blue Leopard and Foil Nails

Project_paznokcie

Winter Pastel Nails Simple Design | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6665
Winter Pastel Nails Simple Design | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6665

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

Red Silhouette Christmas Tree for Nail Design | Christmas Tree Nails - NB6845
Red Silhouette Christmas Tree for Nail Design | Christmas Tree Nails - NB6845

Cute Winter Nails

Winnie the Pooh Christmas Nail Design | Cartoon Nails - NB1698
Winnie the Pooh Christmas Nail Design | Cartoon Nails - NB1698

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

Long Gingerbread Nails in Pink | Christmas Gingerbread Nails - NB6796
Long Gingerbread Nails in Pink | Christmas Gingerbread Nails - NB6796

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

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

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

Winnie the Pooh Nails for Christmas | Cartoon Nails - NB1704
Winnie the Pooh Nails for Christmas | Cartoon Nails - NB1704

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

Blue Winter Nails

Two-Shades French Manicure
Two-Shades French Manicure

Olga_soloveva._

Gemstone Turquoise Nails
Gemstone Turquoise Nails

Melificentnailartistry

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

Stamping for Winter
Stamping for Winter

Blondivika_nsk

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

Square Nails Ombre Glitter Design | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6654
Square Nails Ombre Glitter Design | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6654

Blue and Chrome Nail Art for Birthday | Birthday Nails - NB5115
Blue and Chrome Nail Art for Birthday | Birthday Nails - NB5115

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

White Winter Nails

Peach Fuzz and White French Nails with Holly Leaf | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1780
Peach Fuzz and White French Nails with Holly Leaf | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1780

Snowy Nails with Bear Paw Print Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3170
Snowy Nails with Bear Paw Print Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3170

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

Panther Love Nails
Panther Love Nails

Project_paznokcie

Glossy French Snowman Nail Design | Christmas | Winter - NB1298
Glossy French Snowman Nail Design | Christmas | Winter - NB1298

Luxury Reindeers Nail Design | Christmas Nails - NB1384
Luxury Reindeers Nail Design | Christmas Nails - NB1384

Glossy Christmas Tree Nail Design | Christmas | Winter - NB1241
Glossy Christmas Tree Nail Design | Christmas | Winter - NB1241

Winter Pink Nails

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

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

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

Pink Nails with Christmas Tree Accent | Christmas Tree Nails - NB6840
Pink Nails with Christmas Tree Accent | Christmas Tree Nails - NB6840

Red Hat Gnomes Nail Design | Christmas Nails - NB1407
Red Hat Gnomes Nail Design | Christmas Nails - NB1407

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

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

Stamped Chrome Nails
Stamped Chrome Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Winter Ombre Nails

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

Embellished Purple Ombre Nails | Purple Ombre Nail Art - NB6516
Embellished Purple Ombre Nails | Purple Ombre Nail Art - NB6516

Rhinestone Embellishments on Christmas Tree Nails| Winter - NB1290
Rhinestone Embellishments on Christmas Tree Nails| Winter - NB1290

Classy Ombre Nails for Winter | Winter Ombre Nails - NB6735
Classy Ombre Nails for Winter | Winter Ombre Nails - NB6735

Party Confetti Nail Art
Party Confetti Nail Art

Dashenkanails

Winter Blue Watercolor Nails | Paint Nail Art - NB2232
Winter Blue Watercolor Nails | Paint Nail Art - NB2232

Ombre Purple Nails with 3D Heart | Purple Valentine Nails- NB7473
Ombre Purple Nails with 3D Heart | Purple Valentine Nails- NB7473

Square Nails Ombre Glitter Design | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6654
Square Nails Ombre Glitter Design | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6654

Coffin Winter Nails

Fancy Black Nails for Birthday | Birthday Nails - NB5154
Fancy Black Nails for Birthday | Birthday Nails - NB5154

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

Easy to Do Birthday Nails | Birthday Nails - NB5145
Easy to Do Birthday Nails | Birthday Nails - NB5145

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

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

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

Arctic Wolf on Aurora Nails | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3147
Arctic Wolf on Aurora Nails | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3147

Birthday Bling Nails | Birthday Nails - NB5143
Birthday Bling Nails | Birthday Nails - NB5143

Colorful Winter Nails

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Neutral Winter Nails

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

Filigree Male Grooming Nail Design|Men's Nail-NB-D-272
Filigree Male Grooming Nail Design|Men's Nail-NB-D-272

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

Neutral Almond-shaped Winter Nails with Gradient | Nora Customized Nail Designs- NB7321
Neutral Almond-shaped Winter Nails with Gradient | Nora Customized Nail Designs- NB7321

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

Winter Nature-inspired Nails Glitter Design | Neutral Winter Nails - NB6643
Winter Nature-inspired Nails Glitter Design | Neutral Winter Nails - NB6643

Simple Matte Snowman Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1313
Simple Matte Snowman Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1313

Winter Cat
Winter Cat

Sylwia_nailss

Winter Snowflake Nails

Mickey in the Winter
Mickey in the Winter

Paulina_migdalek

Candy Cane and Snowflake Nails Design | Candy Cane Christmas Nails - NB6760
Candy Cane and Snowflake Nails Design | Candy Cane Christmas Nails - NB6760

Gnomes and Christmas Trees Nails Design | Christmas Gnome Nails - NB6790
Gnomes and Christmas Trees Nails Design | Christmas Gnome Nails - NB6790

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

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

Christmas Bulbs and Gnome Nails Design | Christmas Gnome Nails - NB6780
Christmas Bulbs and Gnome Nails Design | Christmas Gnome Nails - NB6780

Snowflake Design for Glitter Nails | Winter Snowflake Nails - NB6719
Snowflake Design for Glitter Nails | Winter Snowflake Nails - NB6719

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

Winter Sweater Nails

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

Midnight Brown Sweater Nails
Midnight Brown Sweater Nails

Project_paznokcie

Xmas Sweater Nails
Xmas Sweater Nails

Melificentnailartistry

Christmas Textured Nails
Christmas Textured Nails

Nailartbychlo

Cable Knit Sweater Nails
Cable Knit Sweater Nails

Sylwia_nailss

Pink Sweater Tips
Pink Sweater Tips

Nails_by_evelyn9

Blue Christmas Plaid Nails
Blue Christmas Plaid Nails

Melificentnailartistry

Winter Nail Design on Toes

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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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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