Complete Your Holiday Outfit with These Pretty Christmas Nail Ideas
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There are so many things to love about Christmastime, and one of them is dressing up for the season. We can't get enough of all the cozy and cute Christmas sweaters, holiday dresses, and head-to-toe accessories. But your Christmas outfits simply wouldn't be complete without a pretty holiday manicure. To help point you in the right direction, we've rounded up the best Christmas nail ideas with festive designs like snowmen, Santa Claus, snowflakes, Christmas ornaments, and more. There's even one that has Christmas tree lights that actually glow in the dark—talk about making your holiday merry and bright!
If nail art isn't your thing, you can go for one of the solid color manicures topped with glitter for a celebratory touch. You'll find a lot of options with everybody's two favorite Christmas colors, red and green, but there are also some with unexpected color palettes that will wow all of your friends and family. The best part is that you don't have to choose just one of these manicures. Pick a few of your favorites and swap them all holiday season long!
Red and Green Glittery Tips Manicure
If you love sparkles, you have to try this shimmering silver manicure with red and green glitter tips. It will stand out, no matter what you're wearing!
Get the tutorial at Chalkboard Nails.
Candy Cane French Tip Manicure
Is a French manicure your go-to? Put a holiday twist on your signature style by adding mistletoe along the tips and accent nails featuring candy cane and Christmas sweater designs.
Get the tutorial at Nailed It .
Modern Christmas Tree Manicure
Embrace modern style this holiday season with this unusual take on Christmas trees. The unexpected color palette makes it even more fun.
Get the tutorial at Studio DIY!.
Christmas Snakeskin Manicure
We love animal print everything—even at Christmastime! Learn how to create this moody red and green manicure with a trendy snakeskin effect.
Get the tutorial at Chalkboard Nails.
Glow-in-the-Dark Christmas Lights Manicure
Make your Christmas merry and bright with this Christmas light manicure. You'll use glow-in-the-dark polish to make them really shine.
Get the tutorial at Chalkboard Nails.
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Sparkly Mint Green Manicure
Have a Christmas party on your nails with this mint green manicure featuring a topper of red, green, and gold glitters.
Get the tutorial at Chalkboard Nails.
Holographic Christmas Song
You know that silly song "All I Want for Christmas Is My Two Front Teeth"? Now you can wear it on your nails with this quirky manicure.
Get the tutorial at Nailed It.
Pink Christmas Sweater Manicure
It's Christmas sweater season, and we found the perfect accessory! This manicure features a festive fair isle print in different shades of pink.
Get the tutorial at Chalkboard Nails.
Color-Changing Snowflakes Manicure
Celebrate the snowy season with pretty neutral nails topped with purple snowflakes. The snowflakes even change color depending on the temperature—so cool!
Get the tutorial at Chalkboard Nails.
Swarovski Crystal Christmas Manicure
For the perfect mix of glamorous and playful, try this white mani featuring holiday designs like Christmas tree ornaments, gingerbread men, and candy cane stripes. Top it off with Swarovski crystals for a touch of holiday sparkle.
Get the tutorial at Nailed It.
Christmas Ornaments Manicure
After you're done decorating your tree with all your favorite ornaments, it's time to give your nails the same treatment! This one can be customized with any color Christmas balls you'd like.
Holiday Sprinkles Manicure
This playful nail idea brings to mind yummy Christmas cookies topped with red and green sprinkles. Finish it off with a glossy topcoat for added shine.
Get the tutorial at Nailed It.
Fair Isle Snowflake Manicure
This cute manicure is giving so much Scandinavian style. It's like a little Christmas sweater for your nails!
Get the tutorial at Nailed It.
Plaid Christmas Tree Manicure
'Tis the season for festive plaid! This green and gold plaid manicure is made all the cuter with the addition of a white accent nail featuring a minimalist Christmas tree design.
Santa Suit Manicure
Speaking of Santa Claus, here's a manicure that pays tribute to his signature red and white suit! The black belt with a glittery gold buckle is such a cute finishing touch.
'Ho Ho Ho' Manicure
Ho, ho, ho, Merry Christmas! Even Santa Claus would be impressed by this sparkly red and white manicure featuring one of his most famous catchphrases on a couple of the nails.
Creamy Christmas Lights
Here's another Christmas light design that we absolutely adore! The colorful lights look so pretty against a creamy white nail.
Mistletoe Manicure
Need another excuse to smooch your sweetheart this holiday season? Try this mistletoe-print manicure for lots of Christmas love!
Holly Berries and Stripes Manicure
This holly berry and stripes look is adorable! Alternate between nails, or just pick your favorite design for all.
Stocking Stuffer Manicure
Opening presents is undeniably one of the most fun things about Christmas! Now you can bring a little bit of that magic to your nails with inspiration from this matte stocking stuffer manicure.
Gold Poinsettia Manicure
Poinsettias are everybody's favorite Christmas plant, so you know this one is bound to be a hit! We love this sophisticated color combination of white and gold, too.
Christmas Gift Manicure
Treat yourself to this Christmas gift-themed manicure in shades of red and green. The white bow on top makes it feel even more festive.
Winter Wonderland Manicure
Let it snow! You'll feel like you're walking in a winter wonderland with this stunning blue, white, and silver manicure topped with shimmering snowflake decals.
Red and Gold Leaf Manicure
A classic red manicure is always in style. Give it a little extra holiday flair by adding a gold leaf-inspired detail to a couple accent nails.
Snowman Manicure
You'll feel like such a jolly, happy soul with these snowman-inspired nails. The abstract design makes this look easy to achieve while still being wow-worthy!
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