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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

Full Bling Christmas Tree Nails with Ornaments Design | Winter - NB1295
Full Bling Christmas Tree Nails with Ornaments Design | Winter - NB1295

Mirror Effect Purple Ombre Nails | Purple Ombre Nail Art - NB6515
Mirror Effect Purple Ombre Nails | Purple Ombre Nail Art - NB6515

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

Ombre Gnome Nails with Snowflakes | Christmas Nails - NB1400
Ombre Gnome Nails with Snowflakes | Christmas Nails - NB1400

Winter Nude and Glitter
Winter Nude and Glitter

Fasia.nails

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

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

Pastel Neon Star Nails
Pastel Neon Star Nails

Blondivika_nsk

Short Winter Nails

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

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

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

Matte Peach Fuzz Christmas Tree Nail Design| Color of the Year 2024 - NB-D-159
Matte Peach Fuzz Christmas Tree Nail Design| Color of the Year 2024 - NB-D-159

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

Classic Red Nails with Cold Winter Glitter Design | Classy Winter Nails - NB6609
Classic Red Nails with Cold Winter Glitter Design | Classy Winter Nails - NB6609

Short Pale Taupe Nails Gnome Design | Christmas Gnome Nails - NB6820
Short Pale Taupe Nails Gnome Design | Christmas Gnome Nails - NB6820

Chic Filigree Nail Art
Chic Filigree Nail Art

Olga_soloveva._

Winter Wedding Nails

Party Confetti Nail Art
Party Confetti Nail Art

Dashenkanails

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

White Wedding Nails with Gold Embellishments | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6679
White Wedding Nails with Gold Embellishments | Winter Wedding Nails - NB6679

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

Stamped Ombre With Stones
Stamped Ombre With Stones

Blondivika_nsk

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

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

Classy Winter Nails

Blue Nails with Glitter Design | Classy Nails - NB3821
Blue Nails with Glitter Design | Classy Nails - NB3821

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

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

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

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

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

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

Winter Gradient Nails
Winter Gradient Nails

Pauletta.nails

Simple Winter Nails

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

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

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

Almond Sugar Nails
Almond Sugar Nails

Molnar.mariann

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

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

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

Cute Winter Nails

Grinch Nails with Rope Light for Christmas | Cartoon Nails - NB2020
Grinch Nails with Rope Light for Christmas | Cartoon Nails - NB2020

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

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

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

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

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

Gnome Accent for Silver Glitter Nails | Christmas Gnome Nails - NB6818
Gnome Accent for Silver Glitter Nails | Christmas Gnome Nails - NB6818

Blue Winter Nails

Simba from The Lion King
Simba from The Lion King

Nna_naomynailart_official

Blue Ombre Sparkle Nails
Blue Ombre Sparkle Nails

Sylwia_nailss

Stapmed Leaf Patterns
Stapmed Leaf Patterns

Mur.nails.ekaterina

Stiletto Marble Glass Nails
Stiletto Marble Glass Nails

Melificentnailartistry

Oval Nails Gingerbread Design | Christmas Gingerbread Nails - NB6803
Oval Nails Gingerbread Design | Christmas Gingerbread Nails - NB6803

Blue Ombre Glitter Nails | Blue Ombre Nails - NB6470
Blue Ombre Glitter Nails | Blue Ombre Nails - NB6470

Nails with Cute Bear on a Snowy Day | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3166
Nails with Cute Bear on a Snowy Day | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3166

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

White Winter Nails

Winnie the Pooh Winter Nail Design | Cartoon Nails - NB1696
Winnie the Pooh Winter Nail Design | Cartoon Nails - NB1696

Snowy Christmas Tree Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1248
Snowy Christmas Tree Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1248

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

Ombre Nails with Reindeer Nail Art | Christmas Nails - NB1379
Ombre Nails with Reindeer Nail Art | Christmas Nails - NB1379

Embellished Nails with Cute Baby Reindeer | Christmas Reindeer Nails - NB6832
Embellished Nails with Cute Baby Reindeer | Christmas Reindeer Nails - NB6832

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

3D Snowman Nails Design for Winter | Cute Winter Nails - NB6692
3D Snowman Nails Design for Winter | Cute Winter Nails - NB6692

Striped Nails with Santa Claus | Christmas | Winter - NB1329
Striped Nails with Santa Claus | Christmas | Winter - NB1329

Winter Pink Nails

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

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

French Peach Fuzz Almond Nails| Color of the Year 2024 - NB-D-141
French Peach Fuzz Almond Nails| Color of the Year 2024 - NB-D-141

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

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

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

Embellished Peach Fuzz Nails | Color of the Year 2024 - NB-D-184
Embellished Peach Fuzz Nails | Color of the Year 2024 - NB-D-184

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

Winter Ombre Nails

Embellished Polar Bear Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3124
Embellished Polar Bear Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3124

Red Ombre Bling Nails Design | Red Ombre Nails - NB6531
Red Ombre Bling Nails Design | Red Ombre Nails - NB6531

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

Ombre French Christmas Tree Nails with Rhinestones | Winter - NB1297
Ombre French Christmas Tree Nails with Rhinestones | Winter - NB1297

Square Ombre Nails Gnome Design | Christmas Gnome Nails - NB6786
Square Ombre Nails Gnome Design | Christmas Gnome Nails - NB6786

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

Flower Design for Ombre Nails | Blue Ombre Nails - NB6468
Flower Design for Ombre Nails | Blue Ombre Nails - NB6468

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

Coffin Winter Nails

Glitter Design Snow Theme Nails | Winter Snowflake Nails - NB6731
Glitter Design Snow Theme Nails | Winter Snowflake Nails - NB6731

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

Santa Claus Chrome Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1324
Santa Claus Chrome Nails | Christmas | Winter - NB1324

Bridesmaid Glitter Ombre Nail Design with Red French| Wedding-NB-D-538
Bridesmaid Glitter Ombre Nail Design with Red French| Wedding-NB-D-538

Adorable Baby Seals Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3151
Adorable Baby Seals Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3151

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

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

Colorful Winter Nails

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

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

Hologram French Tips with Sparkle
Hologram French Tips with Sparkle

Beauty_nail_kostroma

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

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

Mirror Gel Nails
Mirror Gel Nails

Blondivika_nsk

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

Abstract Winter Nails
Abstract Winter Nails

Daimondhand

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

Snowy Winter Nails
Snowy Winter Nails

Novikova.nailstudio

Neutral Colors for Nails Design in a Darker or Lighter Hue | Nora Customized Nail Designs- NB7328
Neutral Colors for Nails Design in a Darker or Lighter Hue | Nora Customized Nail Designs- NB7328

Seals and Icebergs Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3145
Seals and Icebergs Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3145

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

Winter Blue and Gray Tones
Winter Blue and Gray Tones

Irina_rain

Delicate Snowflake Design for Winter | Nora Customized Nail Designs- NB7338
Delicate Snowflake Design for Winter | Nora Customized Nail Designs- NB7338

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

Winter Snowflake Nails

Christmas Penguin Accent Nail
Christmas Penguin Accent Nail

Fasia.nails

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

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

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

Winter Ombre with Snowflakes
Winter Ombre with Snowflakes

Mari_mari_nailart

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

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

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

Winter Sweater Nails

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

Pink Sweater Tips
Pink Sweater Tips

Nails_by_evelyn9

Xmas Sweater Nails
Xmas Sweater Nails

Melificentnailartistry

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

Blue Christmas Plaid Nails
Blue Christmas Plaid Nails

Melificentnailartistry

Midnight Brown Sweater Nails
Midnight Brown Sweater Nails

Project_paznokcie

Sweater Stars for Winter
Sweater Stars for Winter

Nails_by_evelyn9

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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