25 Festive Nail Art Ideas To Try This Christmas Season

1. The Elf - @nailsxffi

If you're a fan of the movie, The Elf, then this nail art by @nailsxffi is for you. With a classic palette of green and red polish, this set is meant to be worn during the Christmas holidays.

2. Mismatched Festive Toe - @osullinail

Can't decide on one Christmas design? Play around with a different one on each nail! With green and red glitters, this unique design by @osullinail will get your toenails glam up.

3. Santa Hat - @absolutebeauty.salon

By combining Santa hat with the classic French line, this set by @absolutebeauty.salon gives your nails an elegant feel, but also keep the festivity high during the holidays.

4. Christmas Trees - @isabelmaynails

We adore this highly realistic painting of Christmas Trees in the snow by @isabelmaynails. An artistic and beautiful set you should consider putting on during the biggest holiday of the year.

5. Joy - @the_beauty_fountain

Try this abstract but still cheery, and joyful manicure design by @the_beauty_fountain.

6. Christmas Present - @thenailbarnco

Top off your Christmas look with this nail art by @thenailbarnco that features festive holly berry leaves and big red bows.

7. Deconstructed Holy - @swaknails

This is a unique, abstract look created by @swaknails with dashes of green, red and gold foils.

8. Green Swirls - @amberjhnails

This funky, trending green swirl is the ultimate cool-girl Christmas mani.

9. Glitter Red - @thenailbarnco

Red is hands-down the colour of the holidays. A classic red gel manicure will last all season long. Add ribbons and bows to make the design feel a little more special.

10. Santa & Baubles - @thenailbarnco

Another perfect pairing for Christmas on your nails - Santa & Baubles

11. Plaid Nails - @@mtmorgantaylor 

Stand out with this nail design by @mtmorgantaylor that features plaid pattern, which is one of winter's most classic patterns.

12. Sparkly Christmas - @botanico_salon jazzes

Nail artist @botanico_salon jazzes up an all-red manicure with pops of glitter, intricate drawings of snowflakes and candy swirl for the holidays.

13. Minimalist - @meraki_nails_cardiff 

These Christmas-coloured tips by @meraki_nails_cardiff are sleek and subtle, making it a perfect option for someone who is looking for a simple wear for the holiday.

14. Wavy Edges - @pressedbycharlotte_ 

This design by @pressedbycharlotte_ proves that classic Christmas colours don't have to be boring. Recreate this design for a fashionable holiday look.

15. Christmas Lights - @bethantaylorbeauty

String lights on your nails after you're done decorating the tree. This is a fun holiday look for someone who like to keep their nails short.

16. Glitter Candy Cane - @vwnails_

17. Icy Tips - @nailalamode

Manicurist @nailalamode adds a Christmas twist to a French manicure with deep blue tips, a snowman and subtle ornaments

18. Black & White - @aleksandra_jaworskaa

Sometimes a classic and clean black and white nail art design, like this sweater and snowflakes set by @aleksandra_jaworskaa, can be a pretty monotone manicure for the holidays.

19. Frozen - @aleksandra_jaworskaa

Here, nail artist @aleksandra_jaworskaa makes a reference to the movie Frozen with pale blue and silver accents.

20. Holiday Bling - @_nailsbymiax

This year, celebrate Christmas in full glam by rocking neutral colours decorated with rose gold glitters that were inspired by this look from @_nailsbymiax

21. Pink Christmas - @thenailbarnco

Even though it's Christmas, you don't have to limit your colour palette. This blush pink mani is complemented with white — and winter snowflakes to keep it seasonal.

22. Let It Snow - @malu_malu_karolina

If you dream of a white Christmas every year, but love pink polish, consider wearing this stunning set by @malu_malu_karolina

23. Sweater Weather - @nailsbypaulin

Another cute pink mani with sweater pattern by @nailsbypaulin

24. Matte & Metallic - @thelittlethingsbyania

Metallic, like silver will always be a favourite texture of nail art enthusiasts, but you can create even more contrast by blending metallic top with matte top. With a mixture of pink, silver and white polish, this set gives a feminine look, but not less exciting and festive

25. Not your normal Christmas Tree - @pippypolish

This nail art by @pippypolish draws the Christmas tree in an unexpected way with simple lines that create a minimalist look overall.