Deck Your Nails for Christmas!
The holiday season is the perfect time to let your creativity shine, starting with your nails. Whether you’re attending a Christmas party, hosting a cozy dinner, or just feeling festive, these nail designs will make your hands the star of the season. Here’s a step-by-step guide and tips for each of our favorite 15 Christmas nail designs.
1. Classic Candy Cane Stripes
- How to Achieve the Look:
- Start with a clear base coat to protect your nails.
- Apply a red nail polish as the base color.
- Use a thin nail art brush or striping tape to create white diagonal lines.
- Finish with a shiny topcoat for a polished look.
- Pro Tip: For a twist, add a glittery white polish for the stripes instead of plain white.
2. Glittering Gold Tips
- How to Achieve the Look:
- Begin with a nude or red base coat.
- Dip a sponge into gold glitter polish and gently dab it onto the tips of your nails for a gradient effect.
- Seal with a topcoat to lock in the glitter.
- Pro Tip: Pair this look with gold jewelry to tie your outfit together.
3. Snowy Night Nails
- How to Achieve the Look:
- Paint your nails with a dark blue or navy polish.
- Using a fine nail art brush, draw white snowflakes on a few nails.
- Add a touch of silver glitter to resemble falling snow.
- Pro Tip: If drawing snowflakes feels tricky, use nail stamping plates for precision.
4. Festive Red and Green Plaid
- How to Achieve the Look:
- Apply a red polish as the base.
- Use a thin brush to draw green and black stripes to create a plaid pattern.
- Finish with gold accents for an elegant touch.
- Pro Tip: Practice your plaid pattern on a piece of paper before applying it to your nails.
5. Frosted Winter Wonderland
- How to Achieve the Look:
- Start with a pastel blue base coat.
- Add white snowflakes using a dotting tool or thin brush.
- Apply a matte topcoat for a frosted effect.
- Pro Tip: Include small silver or clear rhinestones to mimic ice crystals.
6. Santa’s Belt
- How to Achieve the Look:
- Paint your nails red.
- Create a horizontal black stripe in the middle of each nail.
- Add a small gold square on the black stripe to mimic Santa’s buckle.
- Pro Tip: Use a toothpick or dotting tool for clean edges on the belt design.
7. Minimalist Christmas Trees
- How to Achieve the Look:
- Use a nude or white polish as the base.
- Draw small green triangles (trees) on each nail.
- Top each tree with a gold dot for the star.
- Pro Tip: Stick to one tree per nail for a chic and minimalist vibe.
8. Holly Berry Accents
- How to Achieve the Look:
- Apply a nude or beige base coat.
- Draw small red dots for berries and tiny green leaves around them.
- Use a fine brush for precision.
- Pro Tip: Place holly berries on one or two accent nails for a subtle design.
9. Shimmering Silver Snowflakes
- How to Achieve the Look:
- Start with a silver glitter base coat.
- Draw white snowflakes on top using a fine brush or stamping plate.
- Add a topcoat to seal the design.
- Pro Tip: Add a clear rhinestone at the center of each snowflake for extra sparkle.
10. Ugly Christmas Sweater Nails
- How to Achieve the Look:
- Paint your nails with a neutral or colorful base.
- Use a thin brush to draw sweater patterns like reindeer, snowflakes, or zigzags.
- Alternate colors for a mix-and-match effect.
- Pro Tip: For extra coziness, use a matte topcoat.
11. Midnight Starry Sky
- How to Achieve the Look:
- Use a black or deep blue base coat.
- Apply glitter polish over the entire nail to create a starry effect.
- Add tiny gold or silver stars for extra detail.
- Pro Tip: Try using star-shaped glitter for added dimension.
12. Gingerbread Man Charm
- How to Achieve the Look:
- Apply a beige or light brown base coat.
- Draw tiny gingerbread men using a fine brush.
- Add white and red details like icing and buttons.
- Pro Tip: Keep a steady hand or use decals for an easier application.
13. Christmas Ornament Glam
- How to Achieve the Look:
- Paint your nails red or green.
- Use metallic polish to draw designs resembling ornaments.
- Add small hooks at the top of the ornaments for realism.
- Pro Tip: Combine glossy and matte finishes for a dynamic look.
14. Icicle French Tips
- How to Achieve the Look:
- Apply a nude or light pink base coat.
- Use a sponge to create a gradient effect with white and glittery blue polish.
- Add fine lines to mimic icicles.
- Pro Tip: Use a clear topcoat for a glossy, frozen look.
15. Jolly Red and Gold Combo
- How to Achieve the Look:
- Apply a bold red polish.
- Add gold glitter accents on one or two nails for a statement.
- Finish with a glossy topcoat.
- Pro Tip: Add gold foil for a luxurious touch.
How to Make These Christmas Nail Designs Last
- Always start with a base coat to protect your nails and prevent staining.
- Use thin layers of polish to avoid smudging or uneven drying.
- Apply a high-quality topcoat to extend the life of your designs and add shine.
Which Christmas nail design will you try this year? Let us know in the comments below! Don’t forget to tag us at #NaislArtistyHolidayNails to share your festive looks. Visit our site on NailsArtisty for more designs and tips!