55 Unique Winter Nails Designs and Ideas to Try

Suppose it is wintertime around the corner. You can grab all the deep and rich colors from your collection and put them to the front since a deep and vivid manicure displays the time perfectly. However, don’t forget about the effect that our drinks and food have on current fashion trends. Whether a latte-shaded mani or glazed nails – you name it, everything that makes you warm and fuzzy suits the description. With that in mind, our nail experts have compiled a collection of winter nails to inspire from and spice up the routine with. Care to find out more? Keep reading!

Double Glittery French

If we start talking about simple winter nails, French manicure is the first that comes to mind. However, there is a way to spice up your classy art by doubling the good old French. See how Jina Song plays around with the color palette and the lines’ size to make nail tips look twice as unique and individual... Nail experts claim that two-line silver French looks sophisticated and chic. Moreover, it suits the season ideally!

Pink Jelly Shorties

It is easier than easy to make your nails reflect the subtle grace of the season if you know what to opt for. I suggest you pay attention to these perfect pink jelly nails created by Jina Song, a famous nail artist. The tips coated with a neutral pink base and holo particles captured in the base spread the aura of warmth and joy, precisely what you need during the frosty season. Even the most minimalistic nail art can speak loads about your personality, and this manicure points toward your chic and elegant individuality.

Winter Style Animal Print

There’s nothing wrong with going a little wild when winter comes. Unleash your totem animal through winter-style animal nail art. Jina Song has created a perfect fusion of frosty statement and animalistic allure. Sparkling zebra stripes and matching French tips are precisely what will revolutionize the season!

Cute Nails with Deer and Snowman

Winter sweater nails are the epitome of festive and themed nail art. However, if you want to spread cheer and joy with your attitude and outlook, these cute nails with deer and snowmen will help you acquire the intended effect in no time. The idea has been designed and suggested by Jina Song, but you can take the concept and attitude it to your likes and preferences effortlessly.

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Hearts and Stars

Another nail artist and educator Soph has an innovative take on winter nail ideas you may want to memorize. The abstract fusion of metallic celestial elements, negative space base, and tiny hearts form a festive union that reflects the cozy enchantment of the season and your daring persona.

Rich Blue

Another creative idea from Soph is blue winter nails. However, what makes these tips stand out is their never-ending and mesmerizing pool that can suck you right in if you stare at the tips enough. Such a blue shade, like the Dark Blue Magnetic Cat Eye Gel Nail Polish by Ozzeal, is the color of the winter sky at night, with distant stars glowing silently over your head. Add a touch of luxury to your seasonal manicure with this rich blue hue.

Chrome Snowflakes

A devout manicure addict – Mia, from Sparkle SF Salon, suggests a perfectly minimalistic representation of festive joy and presents it through a mesmerizing chrome snowflake manicure. There’s nothing out of place about this manicure – a nude base and shimmering winter stars. Sometimes less is more...

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Pink Winter Nails

Not everyone is an equal fan of minimalistic nail art. Thus, Mia has a suitable, full-on, cute winter nails idea to inspire from. In case you agree that there’s no such thing as too much pink - this design is for you. A cotton candy pink base, sweet pink snowflakes, and candy-cane attributes make this mani festive, elegant, and creative at the same time.

Green and Gold Freestyle

Forest green is a perfect winter hue that you should consider the next time you are headed to the salon. While a solid base is captivating enough, you can take things a little further and follow Mia’s lead. The artist has created a bold fusion of vibrancy, festivity, and abstract representation. This freestyle manicure is designed to tap into your creative and daring side without taking the elegance off the table.

Glitter Triangle

Are you ready to shine with winter nail ideas when the season strikes? Then, this glitter triangle mani is precisely what you need! The festive sparkles of glitter and relatively reserved negative space base topped with the allure of triangles create an unforgettable impression of sass and style. Sally Hansen happens to list a variety of great winter shades that come at a budget cost. Start your conquest with the "Pat on the Black" and move on. If the shade does not meet your unique taste and festive requirements, there's a perfect option for all.

French Doodle

Winter nail art can't go without classy accents involved. However, I suggest you take a fresh take on a lovely French manicure and combine it with a playful twist in the form of colorful doodles. Celebrities like Jennifer Aniston are often noticed with neutral manicures, and the chances are that a French doodle would suffice for the actress as well. Care to feel like a Hollywood celebrity this season?

Colorful Stars

You can get a perfect winter nail inspo from celestial beauty. Colorful starts on nails in deep jewel tones are surely worth the attention of celebrities like Zandaya. Why not incorporate this multicolored perfection into your casual winter look? Make your tips a dazzling winter accessory, and watch the adoring gazes follow you!

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Snowflakes And Glitter

Countless winter nail trends center around snowflakes. I suggest you combine the timeless trend with the charm of sparkling glitter. You can experiment with different base colors to intensify the outcome. Neutral shades match well with such deep shades as navy blue. Hand-painted snowflakes on nails will help you capture the pure essence of winter in your fingertips.

Dark Blue for Winter

Dark blue winter nails are an option worth considering when the season hits, but I know a few ways of spicing things up a little. First things first, you may want to invest in a blue nail polish with a touch of sparkle to it – Chine Glaze may have just the collection to pick from. Coat a few nails with a solid base and add two accent nails with a mesmerizing yin and yang symbol depicted on them.

Hand Paint Art

Embedding your short winter nails with unique hand-painted nail art is the best way to showcase them. Plait patterns and winter accents in the form of berries and wreaths are ideal to focus on. Embrace the season's charm with white, blue, red, and green shades with an occasional touch of glitter if needed.

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Scandinavian Motifs

Scandinavian motifs can serve as the perfect inspiration for your winter sweater nails. The festive palette of whites, silvers, and reds, with striking accents shaped as snowflakes, Christmas trees, and reindeer, will easily compile into a holiday manicure that even Ariana Grande couldn't resist.

Matte Abstract

Muted tones like navy blue coated with a matte finish serve as a modernistic take on holiday nails. Combining those with abstract nail art will give you a sophisticated result worthy of Salena Gomez or Gigi Hadid. Not to mention that such a mani looks perfect on short tips.

Long Winter Nails

Long winter tips are the perfect canvas for festive creativity. You can play around with different shades, finishes, and accent details to achieve an ideal winter manicure. One of the possible variants is to coat your nails in dusty blue and adorn them with such details as knitted sweater patterns, Scandinavian motifs, and accent nails in neutral tones.

Winter in Pink

Pink hues are the epitome of delight and an unusual twist on traditional winter manicures. You can celebrate the charm and uniqueness of winter with soft pinks, glittery rose hues, and frosty pastels, all combined in a single manicure. Besides, a cozy plait pattern in pink tones will make your tips look elegant and whimsy at the same time.

White and Gold Winter Nails

The mixture of white and gold is timeless. However, you can experiment with a chic combo of white base and gold 3D details such as moon, stars, and Christmas trees, resulting in classy and sophisticated winter almond nails. Add a touch of luxury to your seasonal look and transition the beauty of winter through your fingertips!

Holo French

Winter French tip nails are classy and immensely requested when the season hits with full force. Yet, I suggest you spice things up a little this time and opt for a holographic French instead of a classy manicure. The iridescent glow of holo nail polish, such as Sascha from the Zoya collection, will grant your nails that frosty and slightly ethereal vibe that the winter is all about.

Glittery Coffin Nails

Winter coffin nails are a must-have when you want to bring some bold bling to your look. The deep, jewel-toned colors will introduce visible glamour, which suits such occasions as holiday parties and family gatherings well without taking it over the edge.

Classic Red Chrome

Simple winter nails do not equal boring manicures. On the contrary, classy red chrome nails speak loudly of your sense of style and taste for the holiday vibe. Rihanna and Kylie Jenner, with their deep affection for darker and moody hues, would back us up on this. In case you require a deep red addition to your collection of nail polishes, I suggest you browse OPI's selection of rich reds.

Color Changing Blue Polish

What can be more intricate and unusual than a winter manicure that changes color? You can play around with clay French tip accents, inverted French, and a solid blue base to add more spice to your look. The special formula of the nail polish will make it change color as your tips warm-up or get colder. It is time to stand out from the crowd without taking drastic measures!

White and Green French Mix

Winter nails can be fresh and elegant at the same time. All it takes is to figure out the perfect color combo to succeed with the result. I'd say the white and forest green mixture serves the purpose perfectly. A double-shaded French manicure is easy to incorporate into any holiday look. Not to mention that you'd pay your festive tribute to the wintry scenery of snowy hills and evergreen woods.

Green Velvet

Winter themed nails are twice as simple to achieve with the velvet texture that is all over the fashion charts these days. Green velvet nails will introduce just enough sparkle and seasonal spirit into your look. You can use it as a complementary shade or a full-scale base color without sacrificing the wintry sass.

Silver Glitter

Glitter winter nails ideas are exceptionally festive and make a dazzling choice for the holiday season. You can pair silver glitter with a nude base to balance between business and celebrations. Both Beyonce and Lady Gaga often use silver glitter to compliment their haute couture looks. This makes silvery tips twice as desirable during the season – you can be your own star!

Simple Pastel Nails Design

Can’t opt for something bright and wintery due to some reason? There is nothing that nice classy French with a slight update wouldn’t solve! Add up a nice detailed snowflake, and there is no way you are going to be left out of all the winter joy and fuss.

Christmas Patterns For Winter Mani

One of our favorite things about winter is, obviously, Christmas. Thus, we are preparing for it very thoroughly. Of course, you cannot leave your nails behind and should adorn them with a festive design. Just like for winter sweaters, Christmas patterns are one of the best ideas to go for your winter mani. So, let your manicure radiate holiday vibes by embellishing it with Christmas nail art designs. Ornaments, holly, winter berries, snowflakes – everything you associate Christmas with works perfectly for your festive mani!

Glitter Ombre Nail Art

Ombre nails are still all the rage. So, if you want your winter manicure to look up-to-date with the latest trends, then it is a good idea to garnish your nails with this amazing nail design. To give it a festive, sparkly touch, you can try to pull off ombre nail art using glittery nail polish. Create your winter wonderland nails without going to drastic lengths. All it takes is to pick a few glitter hues and make a stunning ombre out of them. While you can go with the classy French ombre, I suggest you try out something new and opt for a vertical ombre that melts from one tip into another. The glitter effect will make up for the frosty glow that the winter is all about.

Useful Tips: The first rule of winter nail care is moisturizing. Moisturized nails are more likely to remain strong. If you wear nail lacquer, the moisturizer should be rubbed on the fingertips and cuticles.

Cool Snowflakes Nail Designs

There is no winter without snowflakes, right? That is why your perfect seasonal manicure should involve some snowflake sin. Just pick your favorite base color and adorn it with cute snowflake stamping. As simple as that!

If you like the first part of the animated movie Frozen, then I highly recommend watching its sequel, Frozen II, which was released not so long ago. I also have two good news for you. First, you are about to have a wonderful time. Second, I already know what manicure you should get to go to the movies. It is no surprise that it should be Frozen-inspired.

Styling Tips: Decorate your nails with different kinds of rhinestones that remind pieces of ice and add snowflakes to a couple of nails. As the final touch, paint an image of the main character on one of the nails.

Christmas Tree Nail Designs

We can't discuss trendy winter nails ideas without bringing the notion of Christmas manicure with Christmas trees to the list. Such festive art will help you get into the holiday spirit without sacrificing your business look. All it takes is a few accents to fulfill the task. Besides, it is allowed to stray from the usual hues and play around with dusty pinks and faded greens.

Note: Every Christmas tree looks more charming with ornaments, and manicures are no exception in this case. As you see, each nail here is painted with a different Christmas tree ornament on it. The ornaments can be golden, orange, green, pink, or blue, and they all stand out against the base color, which makes this nail art even more festive.

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Winter nails are a never-ending source of inspiration. Find the best self-expression variant and intertwine seasonal charm with your individual style. You can pick from anything on the scale from glittery French tips to animalistic prints!

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