30 Festive Manicures to Get You in The Holiday Spirit

If you are looking for a holiday manicure that isn't too on the nose, this deep blue set is the perfect way to stray from the season’s typical color palette. The deep blue ombre tips are reminiscent of the energy of a cold winter night. You can also add stars and glittery embellishments for an extra sparkle.

Get your fix of holiday cheer with this gilded French set. These small golden beads add dimension and texture to the minimal French base, as the green and red embellishments give the manicure a more festive edge.

If you are more of a minimalist when it comes to your nails, this set is a chic and simple way to make a basic base look elegant. Elevate your classic nude manicure with 3D gold accents and rhinestones for an easy holiday look.

When the weather gets colder, it is always comforting to have a steaming cup of hot chocolate—and a manicure to match. This brown manicure with a blush pink outline gives your nails a cozy touch to get you through the chilly winter days.

If you loved the long emerald manicures Cynthia Erivo wore in Wicked, this look is one Elphaba would be proud to wear. To achieve it, start with matte green polish, then use a slightly darker shade to create intricate designs like snowflakes or bows. Finally, add some green glitter to complete this monochromatic holiday look.

You can never go wrong with a red manicure for the holidays. This year, opt for glistening chrome with gold accents to dress up the classic style.

If you want to spice your manicure, add 3D designs. Use clear builder gel to elevate your French tips.

Gradient nails, inspired by artist James Turrell, have been at the top of everyone’s mood boards for the last year. The pristine rounded border opens enough space for an airbrushed, gradient effect. While the trend is most popular for mixing bold colors, this winter, opt for neutral shades like cream and white to give you a frosty finish.

To DIY this gift-wrapped nail design, paint two crossed lines using a glittery red polish. Next, draw the bows by placing two loops where the lines intersect. Then, finish by adding short lines to create the tails of the bows.

When you don't want to go all in on elaborate themed designs, a simple one-color manicure with rhinestone embellishments will always get the job done.

Winter is officially here, and there's no better way to mark the occasion than with a frosty white ombre manicure. You can even add a marble accent to give the look some dimension.

Nothing says winter like icy blue nails. With chrome line work, rhinestones, and iridescent accents, this manicure looks great year-round, but it is particularly special for the winter season.

This set combines some of the most trendy nail designs. The gold foil and burgundy blooming gel scale designs mark the transition from fall to winter.

Just as you dress up a tree with ornaments, you can just as easily decorate your nails to match. For instance, this set uses a green ombre base on an almond-shaped nail to replicate the look of a Christmas tree.

If you've always loved a fun manicure, you probably remember when the DIY water marble trend took over social media a few years ago. This green marble nail set is an abstract approach to holiday nails that is reminiscent of a snow-covered Christmas tree.

Take your manicure up a notch with this extra long pointed set. The matte green polish provides the perfect base for glistening gems and embellishments to shine, and the candy cane detail adds a touch of sweetness to bring the entire look together.

Blush pink might not be the most popular holiday color, but this sparkling manicure makes a good case for why it should be. This chrome color shines beautifully under the light, but adding a string of rhinestones on one nail is the perfect finishing detail.

Thanks to Hailey Berber, the glazed donut nail trend has become a staple look. For an extra layer of iridescence, try adding the sheer chrome design over your French nails.

Who said that neutral shades can't be fun? This chocolate brown set proves it doesn't take much step up your nail game. Go for a brown matte French design with swirling lines to easily turn your neutral manicure into a cozy holiday masterpiece.

Love it or hate it, winter has officially arrived, bringing a cold chill with it. But this crystal manicure makes braving the cold weather a worthwhile feat. With diamonds, glitter, foil, and a shiny top coat, this nail set mimics the frosty feeling of the season.