December is such a special month because there are so many holidays to celebrate. Embrace the holiday spirit with festive nail designs.According to manicurist Lia Smith, a good holiday nail color or design can lift your spirits and put you in the holiday mood. “Expressing yourself through color is like decorating your home for the holidays.”
Colors to consider for the holidays include rich jewel tones and metallics. Use chunky glitters, fine shimmers, and festive motifs (such as candy canes and snowflakes) to add a touch of holiday spirit to your look. Check out the 80 holiday nail ideas below to get inspiration for your look.
Plaid nails have dominated winter nail trends. Choose an unexpected color, such as chartreuse, for a fun twist on the traditional pattern.
“Classic red gets an upgrade with a jelly finish layered over silver chrome for a soft yet reflective effect,” explains nail artist Aja Walton.
French tips, snowflakes, glitter, and candy cane swirls combine in this red-and-white manicure.
