The Christmas season is one of the most fun and joyous times of the year, so why not reflect that with your choice of nail art? For those who adore the classics, there are red, white, and green looks, snowmen patterns, Rudolph, and Santa Claus. Or, if you want a more subdued look for your holiday manicures, avoid using reds and greens and instead experiment with brown tones, chic nude and white combinations, and sparkly silvers. We only get to celebrate once a year, so take this opportunity to express yourself and add some sparkle to your manicure. Every choice can be accommodated, and they can be customized to fit the length and curve of your nails. If you’ve been looking for ideas for festive nail art for this season, keep reading to discover your ideal look.
25 Festive Christmas Nail Art Ideas
Grey ombré nails for Christmas
If you like showstopper nails, go for a grey ombré mani adorned with snowflakes and rhinestones.
Plaid Frenchies for Christmas
This nail art combines black, gold, and iconic plaid for a preppy, chic, and edgy holiday manicure.
Glittery nails for Christmas
Snowflakes and gold glitter accents over a neutral blush pink base make this mani fancy, festive, and perfect for the holiday season.
Minimal starry nails for Christmas
Not only is this starry nail look pretty, but it’s insanely easy to DIY at home. It is even perfect for New Year’s Eve—even if you’ll just be chilling on the couch.
Festive red and white nails for Christmas
These nails are a great way to add a touch of Christmas spirit to your nails.
Tone-on-tone texture for Christmas
Shiny tips contrast against a gorgeous matte base to give this holiday burgundy mani a major texture.
Gold foil nails for Christmas
Celebrate 2021 Christmas in full glam by rocking neutral nail colors decorated with glitters and gold foil accents.
Muted nails for Christmas
Bet you didn’t think you could get that cozy and festive sweater look on your Christmas nails.
Gold tip nails for Christmas
Gold French tips over a creamy white base are one of our favorite winter nail ideas this year.
Red foil nails for Christmas
If you’re looking to take a red manicure to the next level this Christmas, try out these red foil nails.
Glittery red and green nails for Christmas
Nothing says “jingle all the way” like a festive splash of glitter like this one to get you in the holiday mood.
Gingerbread nails for Christmas
This cutest gingerbread nail design is tough to DIY unless you’re seriously skilled, so you may want to make a trip to the nail salon.
Blingy white nails for Christmas
If you dream of a white Christmas every year, you can at least make it happen on your nails.
Green swirls for Christmas
Green negative space nails get fancy for the holidays with glitter detailing.
Black and white nails for Christmas
Sometimes a classic black-and-white nail art design, like this one, can be a pretty monotone manicure for the holidays.
Purple nails for Christmas
Instead of going with traditional red, green, or even gold nail polish—amp up your Christmas nails with an unexpected hue i.e. purple.
Forest green nails for Christmas
On the hunt for some Christmas gel nails? A classic forest green is a sure bet at any salon.
Festive green nails for Christmas
Forest green and gold is a classic and sophisticated twist on brighter options.
Neutral Snowflakes for Christmas
White snowflake detailing transforms an ordinary nude mani into a holiday showstopper.
Chocolate swirls for Christmas
This Christmas nail art uses chocolate nail color, and reflective glitter to create this fun swirly look.
Subtle Plaid nails for Christmas
Alternating solid deep red nails keep this plaid mani from feeling overwhelming.
Winter bling nails for Christmas
You can really take your nail art game to new heights with these snowflake nails. You’ll show up to the party like you’ve, indeed, been walking in a winter wonderland.
Black and gold nails for Christmas
Red and green aren’t your favorite colors? Try this bold and sophisticated black and gold mani.
Metallic green nails for Christmas
If neutral nails are your go-to, then add a bit of green over a neutral base to create a chic yet subtle manicure.
Icy blue nails for Christmas
The term “winter blues” gets a new meaning thanks to this chicest blue mani.
Have you chosen a design to wear this upcoming Christmas?
