25 Festive December Nail Designs That Bring Major Holiday Charm
Aakanksha Priya
Updated At 13 Nov 26
December is the perfect time to give your nails a festive update with everything from icy winter vibes to classic Christmas colors. There are so many nail trends to choose from, such as shining chrome, red and green, candy cane, icy blues, and lots of sparkle. Whether you want to dress up for a Christmas party, a chilly winter break or just make your everyday look a little extra, you’ll find something to match your style. Look at these 25 ideas and add your favorites to your list.
1. Glossy Red and Holly Nails
For the sweetest Christmas feel, get these short rounded square nails with a glossy top coat. The nails have a deep shimmering ruby red color and a transparent milky pink base with some dainty hand-painted holly leaves and bright red berries with small white snow dots.
2. Rudolph and Christmas Lights Nails
Feel the holiday magic at your fingertips with this adorable Rudolph-inspired set. The nails have a champagne velvet cat-eye base with some sparkling gold string lights and cute hand-painted antlers with a dazzling red rhinestone nose.
3. Classic Tartan and Holly Nails
A statement for this Christmas season. The medium almond tips have a high-gloss, shiny top coat. The nails have some rich red tartan, transparent holly berries in a frame and a delicate white snowflake. The small pearl accents add a delicate charm.
4. Icy Blue Snowflake Nails
Just like a snowy winter morning these medium almond tips have an icy look to them. The nails have a sparkling blue base and some square mirror stones. They also have silver snowflakes and sparkling rhinestones with a sparkling blue gradiant base.
5. Green Plaid Nails
These medium length almond nails with have deep green nails alternate between full tartan and stylish French tips and a glossy top coat. This delicate red and silver glitter plaid pattern set is perfect for the cozy holiday feel.
6. Festive Holiday Nails
Get the ultimate festive feels with this set! The medium-length almond nails have a glossy shine to them with deep burgundy polka dots, striped candy cane designs and gold stars. They also have some beautiful red bows. It’s the ultimate playful and chic December manicure.
7. Gold Tree and Accents Nails
A beautiful set of nails that feels like wearing liquid gold. Medium length almond-shaped nails with some glitter gold nails and a few transparent neutral bases. The neutral bases have gold string lights, sparkling glitter Christmas trees, and delicate white snowflakes.
8. Plaid, Tree, and Wreath Nails
Go for this minimalist gold set this holiday season. Medium length almond nail featuring shimmering gold chrome areas and moody magnetic cat-eye accents. It also features a sweet hand-painted gold wreath with a red bow.
9. French Tips Mistletoe Holly Nails
Classic French tips with a Christmas upgrade. Short rounded oval nails with a glossy top coat and a transparent milky pink base and some white French tips. It also has some delicate hand-painted mistletoe on them.
10. Midnight Wish Nails
It’s like the midnight sky painted on your nails. These short oval tips have deep blue nails with a holographic glitter design that shines brightly in the light. It also features some hand-painted silver starburst shapes and a small gift ribbon.
11. Christmas Bauble Nails
A perfect minimalist choice for the holiday season. The short rounded oval nails have a milky pink base with some sparkling glitter ornaments in gold, silver, and rich red. The baubles also have some delicate hand-painted metallic silver strings and small bows.
12. Red Cat-eye and Mistletoe Nails
A sparkly red is an evergreen choice for the holidays. These medium almond nails have a shimmering ruby cat-eye or glitter nail along with some soft milky pink accent nails. The soft pink nails have some delicately painted green mistletoe with cute red bows.
Celebrity nail artist Erica De Los Santos recommends flash glitter gels for winter. She describes them as versatile enough to look festive for celebrations while remaining subtle for everyday wear.
13. Green Holly and Snowflake Nails
A sparkly green set for this holiday season. The nails have some sparkling emerald cat-eye nails along with some transparent neutral bases. The neutral bases have white snowflakes with French tips, and green hollies.
14. Red Cany Cane Nails
This trendy cat-eye set is perfect for a Christmas evening dinner. The nails have some sparkling ruby cat-eye bases, cute candy cane stripes, and glittery red French tips. They also have some crisp white snowflakes with starbursts.
15. Chrome Ribbon and Bow Accents Nails
The perfect set to wrap up the year with! The nails have a soft pink gel base with some intricate 3D chrome designs. The bows and ribbons with some pink glitter create an elegant look.
16. Silver Tips and Holly Nails
Add a subtle sparkle to your holiday look with this set. The nails have a nude pink base with dazzling gradient silver glitter tips. The green holly leaves and red berries help create a subtle christmas look.
17. Chrome Green and Holly Nails
Shaped into a classic, medium-length almond style, this stunning holiday set alternates between an emerald green chrome and soft milky white nails. The white base has some delicate hand-painted holly leaves and bright red berries, giving this manicure a fresh, seasonal feel.
18. Blush Pink Rudolph Nails
These adorable Rudolph inspired nails are a great choice for the holidays. The milky pink nails have pretty white snowflakes, sparkling pink glitter French tips, golden bows, and Rudolph's antlers with a gem as a nose.
19. Black Snowflake Nails
Dark, moody, and chic, this black winter set is an ideal choice. The nails have sparkling glitter bases, gblack glittery French tips, and some intricate white and black snowflakes. A perfect everyday look.
20. Metallic Gold Accents Nails
This lovely celestial manicure has a dreamy and magical feel. The medium almond nails have a shiny champagne chrome finish along with gold metallic line art, sparkling stars, ornaments, and bows.
21. Cozy Christmas Nails
A cozy choice for the holiday season. These nails feature a different design on each nail. Some have a glossy milky white base with golden starbursts. A velvety matte forest green cable-knit design, one gold-framed pine tree, and a festive red and green argyle pattern on the rest of the nails.
22. Candy Cane and Ginderbread Man Nails
A sweet treat for your nails. These soft medium almond nails have a glossy top coat. The milky pink base is combined with shimmering bronze swirls, crisp white icing lines, and candy cane glitter tips. To finish it off there is a shiny rhinestone covered gingerbread man.
23. Cute Snowglobe Nails
Try these cute snowglobes on your nails. These short, rounded almond nails have a milky pink base and high-gloss shine. Each nail has a cute clear snowball design with festive icons inside such as Christmas trees, snowmen, Santa hats, presents, and gingerbread houses.
24. Vintage Christmas Pattern Nails
This is like putting your grandma's handmade sweater on your fingers. They're covered in some hand-painted festive designs including a teddy with a Santa hat, retro striped baubles, sage green and red plaid, polka dots, and a mistletoe design.
25. Stiletto Star Accents Christmas Nails
A not so basic nail design. These long pointy stiletto nails give the ultimate December feel. They have a transparent glossy pink base and bold red color along with pretty white starburst shapes and a small emerald rhinestone in the center.
