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The 35 Best Holiday Nail Art Designs

'Tis the season to be polished.

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Party season has arrived, and a great holiday manicure can bring a level of festivity to your beauty look like nothing else. And while a classic red manicure or simple glitter nails can do the job, there's no time like the present to go for an intricate nail art design. If you want to level up your winter manicure for the holidays, you've come to the right place—from mega-sparkle to seasonal shades, find 35 of the best holiday nail art designs from top nail artists, ahead.


1

Cool Chrome

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Chrome French tips get a modern twist thanks to 3-D details in this mani courtesy of celebrity nail artist Brittney Boyce.

2

Accent Shimmer

Forest green is always appreciated this time of year. A flash of iridescence on one nail (or more, if you like) adds dimension.

3

Chunky Glitter

You can paint them onto a naked nail, but sparkles stand out even more on a base of white polish.

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4

Green Velvet

In verdant green, the ever-popular shimmery velvet finish gives a tinsel-like effect.

5

Holly Jolly

For a seasonal twist on florals, try sprigs of holly on a nail or two complemented by silver polish.

6

Mint to Be

Peppermints are adorable on their own, but even sweeter as an under-the-nail surprise as seen on this look by Julie Kandalec.

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7

Fine Line

Not every holiday nail design has to be time intensive. This look—created by Tom Bachik for Camila Cabello—features a thin line of champagne sparkle down an otherwise natural nail.

8

All Wrapped Up

This cute design is the gift that keeps on giving.

9

High Shine

Liquid metallics can work on any length nail, but is perhaps most effective on long extensions.

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10

Taking Shape

Looking for something a bit less obviously "holiday"? Try this geometric design from Zola Ganzorigt, who adapted it in red, nude, and green for various celebs.

11

Glitter French

Swap the polished tips for carefully placed glitter; it takes patience, but it looks fantastic.

12

Deep Blue

Take the mermaidcore trend into the holiday season with a deep blue holographic shade with sparkles drawn on top.

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13

Cue the Confetti

Ready to skip ahead to New Year's? Polka dots in a fine shimmer echo the buzz of a champagne glass.

14

Shimmer Party

Glitter nails are always a go-to during the holidays, but why stick to one color palette when you can go for two? This pastel green and pink combo makes us happy just looking at it.

15

NYE Glitter

Glitter looks so much cooler when done in a gunmetal metallic. These nails are just what we want to be wearing when the clock hits 12.

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16

Silver and Gold Accents

Add silver and gold foil to elevate plain nails and get into the festive spirit.

17

Side Half Moons

This mix of mahogany and copper is just so pretty on its own, but when layered together in half moon shapes it gives a level of sophistication and glamour that we love.

18

Gilded Roses

This metallic floral motif may be intricate, but the end payoff is well worth it. If you have a little less time on your hands, one accent nail paired with solid red would pack just as much punch.

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19

Ombré Glitter

Like the champagne of nail art, a wash of sparkly ombré is simple but effective.

20

Clean Lines

Metallic polish shines even more next to negative space and a thin white line for contrast.

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Lindy Segal


Lindy Segal is a beauty writer and editor. In addition to regularly contributing to BAZAAR.COM, she also writes for Glamour, People, WhoWhatWear, and Fashionista, among other publications. She lives in New York City with her Chihuahua mix, Barney.

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