The holidays are a magical time of year, and this year why not embrace the festivities with some stunning Christmas nail art? Whether you’re hitting the town or having a relaxing day at home, Christmas nail art will definitely bring some joy and sparkle to your look. From snowflakes to holly leaves, there are plenty of wonderful designs to choose from. Read on to discover some of our favorite festive and joyful designs to inspire your holiday nail look.
1. Make Christmas Merrier with Creative Nail Designs
Put the festive spirit on your fingertips this Christmas! Nail designs are a great way to show off your holiday cheer and get everyone in the Christmas spirit. With creative nail designs, you can indulge in festivities with the most fashionable and fun flair. Here are a few wild ideas for stylish Christmas nails:
Classic Red and White
- Nothing says Christmas like red and white! From holly accents to Santa faces, these colors are a surefire way to extend holiday cheer.
- Change it up with different shades of red and different textures of white. Add some sparkle or a light mist of snowflakes and you’re set to go!
Light Up The Night
- Give your nails some mysterious charm perfect for any Christmas ball or gathering. Black is the classic color of choice with Christmas trees, star outlines, snowflakes and reindeer cut-outs.
- To give your nails some pizzazz, paint a few nails with glitter and add glowing accessories such as LED lights or tiny pieces of reflective foil. You’ll be the sparkling star of the night!
Shades of Winter
- For a light and airy look, try delicate shades of winter. Mint blues, powdery pinks and pastel oranges can come together to create fantastic wintery designs.
- Incorporate various shapes and figures of snowflakes, stars and evergreen trees to make a fresh and charming look.
So why not try a few out to really bring some holiday cheer to your nails! Have some fun and make your christmas merrier with creative nail designs.
2. Adorable Ideas for Christmas-Inspired Nail Art
Make This Christmas Sparkle
This Christmas, make your nails the star of the show with some festive nail art ideas. From classic snowflakes to a dazzling Christmas tree, these easy-to-follow nail art designs will have your fingers looking merry and bright!
Ho-ho-ho the Colorful Way
Why not try an innovative way to use those glimmering reds, greens and icy blues? Spruce up your nails with a clever snowflake design ringing in some cheer. Coat your nails with a deep blue, then add white Swarovski crystals in the shape of snowflakes to elevate your look.
Mistle-toeing and Nail-polishing
Show your loved ones a hint of whimsy with an adorable mistletoe nail art. Paint your nails in a deep hue and use a nail decal for the mistletoe detail. On ring finger nail, paint the toe in red and yellow for a fun, festive vibe.
Merry and Bright Christmas Trees
Don’t forget the Christmas tree! Use some festive symbols to create the perfect Christmas-inspired nail art. Paint your nails in a festive green, then use silver Swarovski crystals in the shape of trees and sparkly red stars to add some magic.
3. Start the Holiday Season with Festive Nail Decorations
Glam up your look for the best season of the year with festive nail decorations. There are endless possibilities when you want to add something special to your manicure for the holidays.
- Accent themed colors
- Add thematic decorations
- Create custom designs
Nothing changes the look of your nails faster than forgoing the traditional red and green and opting for something really fun and eye-catching. Pick a few colors with holiday spirit, such as rich jewel tones, silver, snowflakes, or snowman designs, and go to town. With one or two accent colors, you can change up the look of your nails without having it look too silly.
Create something special with custom decorations to go along with your accent colors. There are lots of fun decals, stickers, and charms out there that are especially made for the holidays. Utilize them to bring in holiday cheer wherever you go. Add a santa hat here, a candy cane there and sprinkle some glimmering snowflakes in between to make your nails truly unique.
The best part about festive nail decorations is that you can have twice as much fun creating a new look for each holiday event. From Christmas parties, to New Year’s get-togethers, you can have your nails match your holiday spirit!
4. Go Big with Your Holiday-Themed Manicure
Nothing says holidays quite like a festive manicure! Step up your holiday look
by getting into the spirit with a foil manicure. Here’s how:
- Begin by applying two coats of a glossy red nail polish
- Using a thin nail brush, draw lines and tree branches on each nail for the festive aspect
- Using gold foil, cut up tiny shapes such as stars and triangles and apply to the nails
- Turn the nails into a sparkling winter wonderland with glitter sprinkled on top
- Finish off the look with a sealant to lock in the design and protect the nails
Add Some Bling
Achieve a truly festive look by adding some glitz to the design. Get creative by painting on some snowflakes and adding metallic beads. If you’re feeling really daring, why not add a few rhinestones to the ends of your nails for an elegant touch.
Experiment with Colours
If red isn’t really your thing, you can still experiment with holiday-themed colours. Play around with silver glitter, deep blues and icy tones to get into the holiday spirit. Try combining classic holiday hues and top the look off with a glossy finish for a chic look.
5. Greet the New Year with Joyful Nail Art Designs
Welcome 2021 with unique and creative nail art designs that will add a liberating spark to your New Year celebration. Nail art is a brilliant way to express creativity and set a festive mood for the exciting days ahead.
To greet the New Year in style, why not experiment with bright, joyful nail art designs? Get your hands on some nail polish and the latest nail art tools to optimize the nail art process. Here are some inspiring ideas for New Year nail art designs:
- Start with an eye-catching nail art idea; something that will make you stand out from the crowd. Sparkle and Sushi nail polishes from Cargo Cosmetics offer an amazing range of nail colors perfect for creating the ultimate look.
- Use 3D parts and holographic stickers to make your nails look extra cool and playful. For an extra fancy effect, you can use rhinestones, faux gems, and glitter on your nails.
- Our favorite look is the gold and silver combination. The two colors combined together will add an unforgettable touch to your color palette. You can add some dark shades or a neutral one for an edgy look.
So, get creative and bring out the artist in you this New Year! Desiring your perfect look is only a few nail colors away. So fire up your imagination and start creating your own unique nail art masterpiece.
This holiday season, have some fun with the creative and festive Christmas nail art designs we shared. Bring all the joy and spirit of the holidays to your fingertips, and we hope you have a bright and merry Christmas!
