While we’ll never stop admiring classic Christmas nail art, we’re always looking for new, fun ways to celebrate the festive season. That’s why we went on a mission to find the best winter nail art ideas on IG that’ll take you through the holidays and straight into 2023. Cheers to that. Scroll ahead to see the fabulous festive glitter nails, unexpected French manis, trending abstract nail designs, the best darker colored nails that always trend this time of year—and much more!
Winter Nail Art Ideas to Try in 2023
Ahead, all the winter nail art inspiration you need to get you through the season.
Gradient Nails for Winter 2023
Gradient manicures are going strong this season. There’s no better way to keep this classy trend going all season long than to use warm colors. To recreate, all you have to do is pick your favorite warm, neutral colors and go from dark to light.
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Starry Nails for Winter 2023
Nails featuring stars have been trending for quite some time, and it’s easy to see why. So when it starts getting dark earlier, get a gorgeous star-studded manicure which is perfect for the holiday season. The best part? You can even DIY some of these.
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Animal Print Nails for Winter 2023
If we nail-art fanatics love one thing above all else, it’s animal prints. Animal print nail art continues to evolve in color and pattern combos, and you can always try something new like, zebra print over a chrome base, mix n match French tips, or leopard print on an accent nail. And when all else fails, a cutest cow print mani is simply the chicest, no matter how you wear it.
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Swirl Nails for Winter 2023
2023 is already seeing increased searches and even more popularity for abstract swirl nails. This nail trend relies on a lot of negative-space detailing which makes it the chicest nail art idea for a winter manicure. The swirl can be as long as you like (from top to bottom, over a corner, anything), as thick as you like and any color; it’s just about creating a fun look.
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Chrome Nails for Winter 2023
Bring on the holiday cheer in a super fun and festive way with the bright and bold chrome nail designs. No matter your taste, you have unlimited colors and designs to choose from. If you are new to this trend and wanted to try it out without committing to the full metallic look, go for French chrome nails or get it done only on accent nails for a subtle yet elegant look.
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Festive Red and Green Nails for Winter 2023
There’s nothing more classic than red and green nails for Christmas. Some of these nail art doesn’t require much legwork, so it’s inherently less intimidating than some of the other manicures on this list.
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Black and White Nails for Winter 2023
Sometimes there’s just something to be said for the crisp, edgy look of black and white. And in our opinion, it’s especially appealing when layered onto nails during the darker months of fall and winter.
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Plaid Nails for Winter 2023
Nothing says the seasons are changing like a plaid print. Long gone are the days where plaid was boring and overlooked. The print has been refreshed with fun and interesting patterns, and color combinations. If you’re trying a tartan or plaid design and need some assistance with straight lines, use striping tape over a dry base color.
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Sweater Nails for Winter 2023
When the weather outside gets chilly, there’s nothing we look forward to more than pulling out our coziest sweater. Now your nails can also experience the comfort of bundling up in a warm knit, too: This winter nail trend mimics the cable knit pattern of your coziest sweater, and we’re all for it.
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Tone on Tone Nails for Winter 2023
Who said you can’t mix matte and glossy nails? A nice matte base and gorgeous glossy tip nails are the height of sophisticated, fancy seasonal glam. The matte look comes from a matte topcoat that you add on top of your normal nail polish, meaning you don’t need a variety of new polishes to achieve this look.
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Modern French Nails for Winter 2023
While abstract designs and glittery accent nail art designs surely occupy a large amount of real estate in our Instagram “saved” folder, we also find ourselves gravitating toward the classic French manicure. Of course you can keep it timeless with white tips, but if you’re looking for something more fun and elegant for the holiday season, you can try glittery tips, pearl studded mani, or even stripes.
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