When it comes to the holiday season, nothing adds festive cheer to your look quite like a dazzling set of holiday-themed nails. Whether you’re attending dazzling parties or family gatherings, or simply want to spread joy through your manicure, nail art designs are the way to go.
One of the most popular choices when it comes to holiday nail art is, of course, Christmas nails. These designs are inspired by traditional holiday elements such as Santa Claus, reindeer, candy canes, and Christmas trees. For a classic and elegant look, you can opt for a red, white, and gold color palette. You can create intricate patterns using these colors, adding glitter or rhinestones for extra sparkle. Alternatively, you can go for a more playful look by incorporating cute Santas or reindeer into your design.
If you prefer a neutral and sophisticated look, there are plenty of options for you too. Silver or gold nails with a minimalist design can be a stunning choice. Simple geometric shapes or delicate snowflake designs can create a refined and modern look that still captures the holiday spirit.
Additionally, a frosty blue or pale pink shade is perfect for achieving a wintery feel without being overly festive. Ahead, keep scrolling for the best nail art ideas for your holiday, inspiring your next salon visit or do-it-yourself project.
Forest Green Nails
During this season, the allure of forest green is ever-welcomed, probably ’cause it’s a major Christmas theme. So, you can enhance your holiday nail aesthetic by introducing a deep hint of green with a good level of glow.
Chrome Detailing
We love how the regular, laid-back, classic French tips in Chrome take on a modern edge with three-dimensional details in this manicure.
Thin Lines of Glitters
Photo: Instagram.com/tombachik Holiday nails can be quick and easy, just like the way this nail is designed with a bit of champagne sparkle lined on a natural nail.
Metallics on Long Nails
Metallic liquid nail polish is suitable for nails of any length, though it tends to showcase its full effect particularly well on longer nails.
Star Magic
What’s a holiday without a touch of outer space? This cool starry nail design is perfect for celebrating the Christmas holidays through to New Year’s Eve!
Shiny Polka Dots
These shiny polka dots nail designs will get you excited for New Year just like the excitement you get over lighting up your Christmas trees.
Neutral Sparkles
Whether it’s a neutral nude base or a white polish base, glitter shines even when properly layered like this one.
Bejeweled Nail Polish
This shiny flower design might seem detailed, but it looks really good in the end. If you’re short on time, just paint one nail with the fancy design and the rest in plain red – it’ll still look great!
Twinkles; More Twinkles
Make star shapes look cool and different by using bright neon colors (preferably any 3 colors of your choice). Here’s a helpful tip: use toothpicks to make the details look perfect.
Plaid like Never Before
Using a special gold design, your nails can look like really fancy gift wrapping with a classic plaid/checkered pattern.
Elements of Santa
Everyone should have fun holiday nail designs for Christmas. It’s the most wonderful time of the year, after all!
Christmas Tree Design
Get Santa’s favorite colors on your nails with this special Christmas tree design. It’s truly a unique aesthetic!
Floral Motifs
Florals are so cute for the holidays and I would try it over and over again on my nails. I hope you try it too!
Snake Patterns
If you want something playful and mysterious for the holidays, give this a try. It’s all in the Christmas fun!
The New Neutral
Plain neutral nails with a cute Rudolph, the Red-Nosed Reindeer design could make your holidays more fun!
Disney Live
Come join us if you love Disney! Your nails could be filled with holiday fun using these playful elements.
Foiled and Fun
We like to shine our way through the Christmas holidays, but we especially like how this foiled, metallic nail is perfect for the holiday fun without being too out there.
Christmas Lights
If you haven’t decorated your home for Christmas yet, no worries! You can begin by giving your nails a festive and cool look instead.
Crimson Red
Some heart-shaped emoji, a cute Christmas bunny, and a pretty red color mix up to create a sweet nail design. Yum!
Gold Brilliance
Take your design to greater heights with gold sparkles and white stars to create a thrilling effect.
Photo: Instagram.com/amanda.sudolll
