50 winter nail designs to try now

In winter it is only natural to capture the spirit of the season on nails. Cool colors, cable knit textures and – of course – lots of glitter are all in the theme.

“Nails are one of the beauty looks we can play with the most to celebrate a specific season,” says Mabelyn Alvacreative director at Color box. “For winter nails (that can mean.) colors that) are deepyet vibrant and abstract designs.”

To help you get ahead of your next salon appointment, we’ve rounded up 50 beautiful winter nail designs that you’ll want to screenshot.

Espresso Chrome

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This dark and dreamy look features a deep brown base topped with silver chrome for a mirror-like finish.

Pearly chic

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This pretty little look has a gold base topped with clusters of tiny pearls. It’s sweet and stylish.

Blue winter swirls

Naomi Yasuda

“I use blue a lot in the winter,” says Naomi Yasudaa famous nail artist who collaborates with Addiction Tokyo. “I don’t like the cold, but blue nails help me enjoy the snow and cold weather.” To create this look, Yasuda used Gel-X extensions, five shades of blue gel color, Swarovski crystals and star-shaped hologram stickers.

Taupe Chrome

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This beautiful look has a brown base topped with silver chrome powder. The warmth of the base and the coolness of the chrome join forces to create the perfect taupe.

Navy

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This almost black navy screams dark winter days. It features a super reflective top coat for a jewel-like finish.

Chrome French

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Delicate and graceful, this chrome French screams winter with its cool yet festive hue.

Pearly whites

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“We love creating effects with glitter, chrome, and foils at Paintbox,” says Alva.” A cool effect we were able to create is a pearly finish that makes winter white nails a little more fun.”

Black enamel stiletto

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Fierce is the only word that aptly describes this mani. It features a sharp stiletto tip, a black base and blue-silver chrome for a cool-toned masterpiece.

Glazed French

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This simple and chic look features a French tip on a round nail with a chrome topper.

Sparky

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Glitter nails can be fantastic if approached with a little restraint. This look features a wafer-thin silver glitter French tip topped with a glitter top coat. The top layer features finely milled glitter that is well distributed in the clear lacquer, giving the look plenty of breathing room.

XL3D

@klawsbysonia

Long, coffin, cream and textured, this nail design gives the third ice princess in line.

Christmas mix

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Carry that Christmas spirit all season long with this evergreen and snowflake manicure.

Pearly gold tips

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Metallics are beautiful all year round, but they especially pop in the winter. This look features asymmetrical gold glitter tips, accented by pearls of varying sizes.

Glitter swirls

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Swirls on a nude, sheer base are one of the easiest ways to create striking interest in a nail look. This design features a glittering, holographic silver polish.

Sparkling crescent moon

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An ice blue polish is paired with a silver glitter-brushed crescent moon for a beautifully simple winter nail design.

Gilded and gold-colored

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Make a big statement with minimal effort by covering bare nails with a thick gold glitter polish. This look is done on long coffin nails.

Hot pink knit

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Not winter nails to have to be done in muted colors. This fuchsia look is seasonal thanks to the use of a cable knit texture.

Star Forest

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A snowy, star-filled night sky is the perfect backdrop for a beautiful winter landscape design. Notice how the art on each nail remains the same, aside from a few little heavenly details.

Star nails

Naomi Yasuda

“To create this look, I used a milky white base and added opaque white stars on top,” says Yasuda. “The design is simple, but using the same color in different opacity adds depth to the design.” The professional used crystals and a combination of silver and milky white gel polishes for this design.

Rhinestone Winter

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This glamorous look uses a mix of white snowflakes with pink and silver rhinestones for a festive and sparkling design.

Ballerina French

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A simple design with clean lines goes a long way. This look takes a traditional French tip to the next level by adding a gold accent along the smile line with another curved line underneath, making each nail look like a ballet slipper.

Snow Queen

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Silver and blue glitter polishes come together to create this iridescent, snowy nail look. The thick swirls of color create movement as if the wind is blowing snow from nail to nail.

Burgundy snowflakes

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White and burgundy are the primary colors in this look. The burgundy nails are decorated with white snowflakes and glitter, while the white nails have a glossy finish.

Light-catching snowflakes

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Although fine glitter gives a more shiny effect, you can use large glitter flakes for a more reflective effect. This look features iridescent glitter flakes topped with snowflakes.

Penguin accents

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For a super cute look, you can accent one of your nails with a pop art penguin. To keep the look more subtle, the penguin is only on one finger per hand with an accent, while the other nails get a glitter gradient.

Lilac skies

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Hazy lilac buds are used as the base for this chilly look. It features white clouds and stars, creating an ethereal winter sky,

Golden Tips

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A sheer pearl polish serves as the base for this French-tip look. The tips are finished in reflective gold chrome, creating a high-gloss finish.

Milky white

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This milky white nails are the perfect nail polish for winter. The hue is cool white, making it resemble freshly fallen snow.

Snowing glitter

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Beautiful baby blue, white and silver create a cohesive color palette for this mix-and-match design. Several nails have blue tips, snowflakes and a thick silver glitter gradient.

Sweater weather

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Deep green has been used to create this intricate cable knit look. The pattern is painted on a sheer nude base, keeping the design light and airy.

Minimalist chome

@sugamama_nailz

Thanks to us, we rock chrome all year round Beyoncebut the color is especially beautiful in winter. This design uses silver chrome powder over 3D designs for a sleek, yet maximalist look.

Frozen

Naomi Yasuda

Take a different approach to icy nails by stacking your manicure with large gemstones. Accented with silver, gold and onyx decals, this nail is packed with color, texture and dimension.

Silver glitter bow

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This look keeps it simple with a beautiful sheer nude base, accented only by a silver arc that follows the smile line of the nail. It’s a super simple alternative to the French tip design.

Snow tips

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Different shades of blue and white have been used for this winter nail design. Each of the square nails has a clean point and snowflakes in the same shade.

Black winter

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Go dark with your winter nail designs by incorporating these black nail polish. This design features French tips, chunky nails and snowflakes in a black and silver glitter polish.

Winter wonderland

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Although only white nail polish is used, each nail has an intricate design thanks to the use of texture. Pearls, 3D paint and line art enhance this winter wonderland-inspired look.

Milky bling

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Give milky nails an extra dimension by adding a few rhinestones. They essentially create the nail equivalent of delicate diamond jewelry.

Nice tweed

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Tweed is an indispensable part of winter fashion, so incorporating it into a nail look creates a super cozy atmosphere. This design features a mix of brown, white and gold paint, along with gold-tone metal and crystal decals for a chic effect.

White Swirls

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White swirls on a sheer nude base create a simple yet striking winter nail design.

Simple silver strip

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This look also keeps it simple with its opaque nude base. Just two nails per hand feature a thin silver glitter line, adding a touch of embellishment.

Winter metallic

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Matte white combines beautifully with silver shine in this winter-worthy look. While some nails are solid silver glitter, others use snowflakes, polka dots and swirls to create a textured and varied look.

Festive neutral colors

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You can never go wrong with neutral colors, especially if you want a design-heavy look that isn’t too loud. This look uses a beige polish as a base for plaid, reindeer and cable knit designs. Consider adding a single glitter nail for an unexpected touch.

Winter pink

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Keep your winter nail looking beautiful by adding pink. Blush and white patent colors have been used to create this mix-and-match design featuring plaid, snowflake and cable knit designs.

Matte sweater

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Add another element to the cable-knit look by applying a matte clear coat over it. This creates a velvety finish that is cozy and winter-ready.

Blue and gold

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Blue and gold are the stars of this look, with a few white snowflakes. It is both festive and statement-making.

Winter blue

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Baby blue, silver and shimmer create this winter nail look. The silver and gloss are only used on two nails per hand, keeping the look somewhat minimalistic.

Cozy sweater

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Keep your winter look warm by using shades like this rich brick red. A textured cream lacquer was used to create the cable knit and snowflake designs, giving this look even more character.

Blue Chrome

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Deep blue chrome is a great way to recreate the atmosphere of winter without being so literal. With not a snowflake in sight, this look is beautiful for this time of year.