This post is all about 20 festive Christmas nail art ideas to try this holiday season!
Top 20 Christmas Nail Designs for 2025: Festive Ideas You’ll Love
Are you ready to deck the halls—and your nails? Christmas is just around the corner, and what better way to celebrate than with a fresh set of festive nail designs?
Whether you’re sipping cocoa by the fire or hitting the holiday party scene, your nails should be just as fabulous as your outfit.
This year’s Christmas nail trends for 2025 are all about bold colors, glittering accents, and playful designs that will make your nails the center of attention.
Let’s dive into the top 20 Christmas nail designs you’ll absolutely love this holiday season!
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1. Classic Red with Gold Accents
You can’t go wrong with the timeless combination of bold red nails with elegant gold accents. Perfect for holiday parties or casual family gatherings, this look is both classic and festive.
2. Glittering Snowflake Nails
Add a frosty touch to your manicure with delicate glittering snowflakes on a neutral, white, or soft blue base.
This look is perfect for anyone who loves a winter wonderland vibe.
You can add more sparkle to your nails with subtle crystal accents on the bottom rim of the nail for even more holiday shimmer.
3. Candy Cane Nails
Sweeten your nails with fun candy cane stripes!
Alternate red and white stripes for a playful, bold look that’s perfect for the holiday season.
You could do all of your nails candy cane, or go for candy cane accent nails and mix it up with red french tip, snowflake designs, or crystal accents.
4. Green with Gold Stars
Green nails are still a hot trend for Christmas, and this opaque green design with dainty gold stars will give you an understated yet festive look.
I love how these have an opaque feel to them; almost like aura nails but Christmas-themed.
Or you could try green gemstone nails and reverse the color combination:
To get these nails, ask for cream colored French tips with gold celestial stars and peridot/green gems.
5. Neutral Ombré Snowflake Nails
Create a frosty, wintery vibe with neutral ombré nails and delicate snowflake accents.
This elegant design offers a soft, subtle look with just the right amount of Christmas vibe, making it perfect for holiday gatherings and seasonal celebrations.
If you want nails that are subtle enough for the office, these would work really well!
6. Christmas Sweater Nails
Get cozy with Christmas sweater nail art! Think cute little reindeer, snowflakes, and festive patterns—just like your favorite holiday sweater but on your nails.
These would be perfect for someone who loves designs on their nails and a strong Christmas theme.
7. Nude Base with Fine Glitter Tips
If you want an elegant look with a touch of sparkle, go for a nude base with fine glittery french tips.
This design is simple, elegant, and versatile enough to wear day and night throughout the holiday season.
These could take you from Christmas to NYE with their versatile look.
8. Pink Neutral Gingerbread Nails
If you love a neutral nail with greige, but you want to do something festive, these greige gingerbread nails would work for you because they are mostly neutral.
This chic and festive design combines soft, neutral tones with holiday-inspired gingerbread accents, making it an elegant choice for the season.
9. Santa Hat French Tips
Did someone say red french tip nails but make it Christmas? You will definitely add some holiday cheer with these cute nails!
You could do an accent nail with a santa hat, or do all the tips santa hats – depends how subtle or bold you want to go.
These would work with a neutral or white base of the nail.
You could also do green french tips with a little green hat for Elf hat french tip nails!
10. Winter Wonderland Nails
These are some of my absolute favorite Christmas theme nails. I see them representing a walk through Winter Wonderland, bringing the magic of a snowy walk to life, with each nail representing a different part of the experience.
Two nails are glittery snow with sparkling accents, one is delicate snowflakes, and another is a cozy white sweater pattern nail to complete the look.
This design captures the essence of Winter, creating a dreamy, festive manicure perfect for the holiday season.
11. Gilded Yellow Christmas Nails
Gold Christmas nails with a gift accent design bring a touch of elegance and festive charm to your holiday manicure.
Imagine the shimmering gold polish representing the warmth and luxury of the season, while the adorable gift accent nail adds a playful yet sophisticated touch.
This design perfectly captures the spirit of gift-giving and celebration, making it a stunning choice for holiday parties or cozy nights by the tree.
12. Peppermint French Tip Nails
For a sweet look, try peppermint swirl french tip nails. These red-and-white spirals are not only fun but totally Instagram-worthy.
It’s a cute and stylish way to add some festive flair to your nails!
13. Christmas Tree Nails With Glitter Tips
Tiny Christmas trees on your nails? Yes, please! Pair this festive design with an opaque white base to really make the trees stand out.
The glittery matte white french tips make it look like mounds of snow under the trees!
For even more glitz, add subtle green glitter on the tree leaves, or white glitter in the falling snow.
14. Christmas Lights Nails
This is a different take on red and green that is subtle and super cute.
The nails have red Christmas lights design and glittery light green French tips.
It adds a festive sparkle, while the Christmas lights design brings all the playful holiday cheer.
15. Holly Berry Nails
Add a pop of color and holiday vibes to your nails with cute holly berry accents.
Pair red berries and green leaves against a nude background for a sweet and festive design.
This is a good balance between understated and luxury, with the gold accent nails and gold details on the holly leaves.
16. Light Blue And Silver Snowflake Nails
If you like cooler tones for your Christmas nails, these light blue and silver snowflake nails give that icy Wintry feel.
You could do varying silver accents lining the blue; in this case, with a diagonal french tip, and again on the accent nail.
It’s a really beautiful mix for all the cool-toned girlies!
17. Pink Candy Cane Nails
If you love the color pink and want to incorporate elements of the holidays into your nail design, give this one a try.
To get nails like in the photo, ask for a pink base with painted candy canes at your next manicure. Your nail tech could also use candy cane nail stickers or air-brush with stencils.
18. Brown And Nude Gingerbread Nails
Who can resist cute little gingerbread cookies? These tiny treats make for the sweetest nail art, especially when paired with a soft pinky nude base and crisp white accents.
The design gives off cozy, holiday vibes that are perfect for snuggling up with a cup of cocoa or wearing to your next festive get-together.
I also really love this version of gingerbread nails with rich brown tones:
These give more of a hot chocolate-y vibe!
19. Red Cat Eye / Velvet Nails
Cat’s eye / velvet nails are seriously perfect for Christmas!
If you love a nail design with depth, dimension, and light-reflecting qualities, definitely give cat eye nails a try!
If you didn’t already know: cat eye nails are a type of manicure that use magnetic polish to create a unique, shimmering effect that resembles the eyes of a cat. The polish contains tiny magnetic particles that, when a magnet is used, can be moved and pulled together to create a beautiful effect.
The result is a deep, shimmering quality that gives a lot of depth to the nail.
Cat’s eye nails are a classy, unique way to make a statement with your nails. They have a rich, jewel-toned hue that adds a touch of luxury and sophistication.
20. Winter Solstice Nails
If you want to do something a little out of the ordinary for your Christmas nails, consider incorporating symbolism into the design.
For example, these represent Winter in a way that is different from the commercial side of things. That is to say, they aren’t overly Christmas-y.
We see a candlestick on one nail, a branch of pine on the next, a slice of orange on the third, and a sparkling star on the pinkie.
They evoke a sense of warmth and Winter in a subtle way – they’re quite cute and tastefully done!
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21. White French Tips with Dainty Gold Bows
If you want something festive yet subtle, Christmas-sy but understated, go for a classic french with a delicate design.
These gold bows are the perfect match for Christmas – they give a bit of glimmer while staying neutral.
22. Aura Snowflake Nails
Did someone say aura nails like Dua Lipa’s but make them festive? These nails are perfect for when you want something a little different for Christmas.
Ask your nail tech for aura nails with a snowflake accent nail and cat’s eye thumb nail in a natural shape.
23. Snowflakes with Rhinestones
This is a great neutral and sparkly design. Great for if you want a bit of shine and a neutral color palette.
Do a frosty cream base with white snowflakes, then add pink, crystal white, and silver rhinestone accents on each nail.
24. Candy Cane Cat’s Eye Nails
These stunning candy cane cat’s eye nails feature a beautiful alternating design of a vibrant red candy color and a swirly red mint pattern.
These nails are the perfect mix of holiday glam with a modern twist.
The shimmering cat’s eye effect adds a touch of sparkle to your look, while the mint swirls give it a fun twist.
Perfect for Christmas parties or cozy winter days!
25. Santa and Reindeer Christmas Nails
Why not have Santa and his reindeer flying across your nails to deliver all of the presents tonight? 🎅🦌🎁✨
These just might be the ultimate Christmas nail design.
Do Santa on your thumb nail, with a reindeer on your index, middle, and ring finger nails, then put Rudolph at the end (or “front” because he’s guiding the other reindeer) on the pinkie nail.
26. Arctic Aura Christmas Nails
Go a little edgy with Arctic Aura Christmas nails!
These icy blue and teal shades look like they were pulled straight from the frozen waters of Iceland.
Perfect for mirroring the beauty of the winter tundra (or channeling Elsa vibes), this manicure will have you feeling like a snow queen all season long.
Frosty, fresh, and magical!
27. Elegant Candy Cane French Tips
If you’re into festive vibes but prefer a minimalist twist, these alternating red and white French tips are perfect!
Topped with a thin gold crescent at the tip, this manicure gives off subtle candy cane energy without going overboard on designs.
It’s sleek, sophisticated, and a great way to bring holiday cheer to your nails while keeping things classy and polished.
28. Blue Velvet Ice Princess Nails
Channel your inner Ice Princess with these stunning blue velvet cat’s eye nails.
The shimmering finish catches the light like frozen winter magic, making them the perfect mix of elegance and seasonal vibes.
Whether you’re dressing up for holiday parties or just feeling the frosty glam, these nails are totally winter royalty.
29. Platinum Gold Tip Christmas Nails
How gorgeous is this platinum gold tip manicure? I’m seriously loving this look!
Paired with sparkly pearly nails, this design is so chic and gives off elegant winter glam vibes.
It’s the perfect balance of subtle shimmer and luxurious shine, making it a go-to for holiday parties or a sophisticated everyday look this season.
30. Gold Velvet French Tips with Holly Design
Elevate your holiday manicure with gold velvet cat’s eye French tips that exude sophistication.
The subtle holly design, paired with dainty white sparkles and tiny gold dots along the curve, adds just the right touch of festive charm.
This look blends elegance and holiday cheer, making it perfect for those who want a chic, understated nod to the season.
31. Dotted Christmas Nails
If you’re new to using a dotting tool but still want to try your hand at a festive nail design, this look is perfect for you.
Begin with a sheer nude base as your canvas.
Then, choose a few holiday colors—think red, green, white, or silver—and dot them randomly across each nail, focusing the dots toward the tips.
The outcome? A chic, easy-to-do design that’s fun and festive.
32. Simple Grinch-Inspired Nails
It’s funny how the middle nail, painted in ‘Eunice’ by Zoya, totally makes these nails look like a Christmas Grinch manicure! It goes to show how color can evoke feeling and imagery.
This look is super easy to recreate at home, and you don’t need any nail tools.
All you need to do is alternate different festive colors on each nail; a Christmas-y red, dark shimmery green, sparkling silver, and of course that Grinch green color.
Top everything with a clear coat for a professional looking finish.
33. Cute Christmas Theme Nails
OBSESSED! These nails are so so so well done and have the CUTEST Christmas theme on each nail!
You can do a candy cane / peppermint french tip on one nail, a cute little Christmas tree with a festive red-white-green border, a little sprig of Holly, and a Gingerbread cookie with candy cane, Christmas bow, and holly.
If you’re great at drawing and doing nail art on yourself you could probably do these at home, but I definitely could not and would need a nail tech for this look.
34. Holly and Snowflake Christmas Nails
I love how these nails look subtle and elegant while giving Christmas vibes.
To recreate these holly and snowflake Christmas nails, start with an opaque white polish as your base, and use a dotting tool to create disconnected gold dotted snowflakes.
Lastly, paint beautiful vivid green holly leaves on each nail, or use nail stickers with holly images.
35. Pink Y2K Christmas Nails
If you love pink, and you want to make them Christmas, these are the nails for you!
They’re giving subtle Y2K vibes with their square tips and accents/designs. The dotted Christmas tree adds that festive element that is perfect for the holidays – but still cute and trendy!
Final Thoughts: Trendy Christmas Nails for 2025
No matter your style, I hope you’ve found a nail look (or two!) to inspire you or recreate this year over the Christmas season. I tried to compile a variety of looks for you, and I hope I’ve accomplished that for my readers.
If there’s anything I’ve missed, or any suggestions to add, feel free to drop me a comment!
Whether you’re going for bold colors, sparkling cat eye nails, or cute holiday-themed designs, I hope I’ve included that for you.
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This post showed you the best Christmas nail colors and designs for 2025.
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