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18 Festive Nail Polish Colors to Wear This Holiday Season

There's more out there than just red and green.

By Audrey Noble and Lindy Segal
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While the holidays will look a little different this year, there are still reasons to celebrate and get a little glam. So whether you're celebrating over Zoom or with your quarantine bubble, put on your favorite holiday outfit, bring out the bubbly, and show off your most glittery, party-ready, and festive manicure of the year. Doesn't matter if you're feeling traditional, experimental, or understated with your holiday manicure—we've got you covered. Here are 18 nail polish colors to wear this holiday season.

1

JINsoon Nail Laquer in Glee

Nail Laquer in Glee
$18 at JINsoon

Paint this confetti glitter polish on bare nails or on top of your favorite base color for the ultimate holiday manicure. The chunky confetti is a little more sophisticated—and less intense—than a traditional glitter.

Winter blues aren't always a bad thing. We love this deep, rich navy for a winter manicure that's a little more subdued. 

3

OPI Nail Lacquer in Alpine Snow

Nail Lacquer in Alpine Snow

Winter white applies to your nails, too. This shade by OPI goes on crisp and bright and will match any holiday outfit.  

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4

Ciaté London Forbidden Fruit

Forbidden Fruit

Magenta and green combine in this metallic nail polish that looks like a gorgeous oil slick.

5

Suite Eleven Lauryn Hill & Chill

Lauryn Hill & Chill

Try not feeling joy when looking at this delightful yellow shade. It's unexpected for the holidays, but perfect nonetheless. 

6

Pear Nova Clear Your Space

Clear Your Space

This midnight blue has a celestial-inspired shimmer, making it perfect for the holiday season.

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7

Nails Inc. NailPure Nail Polish in Prince Arthur Road

NailPure Nail Polish in Prince Arthur Road

A deep indigo nail is the perfect holiday color for when you're over the traditional red or green. 

8

China Glaze Nail Lacquer in Pearl Red

Nail Lacquer in Pearl Red

Basically a bottled version of the iconic Christmas ornament.

9

Sally Hansen Miracle Gel in Kris Krin-gold

Miracle Gel in Kris Krin-gold

Flecks of green and tinsel-y glitter add texture to this glimmering gold polish.

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10

Smith & Cult Nail Lacquer in 1972

Nail Lacquer in 1972

Less flashy than glitter, this champagne shade flatters every skin tone (and perfectly complements a glass of bubbly in Instagram snaps).

11

essie Gel Couture Nail Polish in Closing Night

Gel Couture Nail Polish in Closing Night

Glowy and glittering, like the first snow of the season.

12

CHANEL Le Vernis Longwear Nail Colour in 590 Verde Pastello

Le Vernis Longwear Nail Colour in 590 Verde Pastello

Mint is a fun, lightened-up twist on traditional green.

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13

CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Rouge Louboutin Nail Colour

Rouge Louboutin Nail Colour

When nothing else will do but striking, can’t-miss, true red. 

14

essie Gel Couture Sheer Silhouettes Nail Polish in Last Nightie

Gel Couture Sheer Silhouettes Nail Polish in Last Nightie

If you strictly wear Ballet Slippers the other 51 weeks of the year, this subtle shimmer won't be a total shock to the system.

15

Sally Hansen Color Therapy Nail Polish in Element

Color Therapy Nail Polish in Element

Sleek silver feels less holiday-specific, so you can wear it through New Year’s (and beyond).

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16

Orly Breathable Treatment + Color in Detox My Socks Off

Breathable Treatment + Color in Detox My Socks Off

Try deep jade for a green that feels sophisticated, not silly.

17

China Glaze Nail Lacquer in Frostbite

Nail Lacquer in Frostbite

Bold, bright, and perfect for more than just eight crazy nights.

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