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Christmas is a time to celebrate, and what better way to do that than with some festive and elegant nail designs? Whether you prefer simple or over-the-top, there are plenty of ways to spice up your manicure for the holiday season. Here are 16 Christmas nail ideas that you can try in 2024, inspired by some of the best nail artists and bloggers on the web.
01 | Gold Velvet French Tips
This look by @sansungnails is perfect for an elegant holiday party. It features a gold velvet tip with tiny holly berries and twinkling stars on a nude base. If you don’t have a gold velvet polish, you can use a gold glitter polish like ORLY’s Untouchable Decadence ($11) and add some red rhinestones for the berries.
02 | Skittle Half Moon
This look by @dovenailsbysharon is a fun way to play with different shades of red. Each nail has a different color on the tip, leaving the half-moon bare for a chic contrast. You can use any red polishes you have in your collection, or try some of these: OPI’s Big Apple Red ($11), Essie’s Bordeaux ($9), Zoya’s Alyssa ($10), China Glaze’s Ruby Pumps ($8), and Sally Hansen’s Cherry Fast ($5).
03 | Snowy Branches
This look by @onenailtorulethemall is a winter wonderland on your nails. It features white branches with red berries and snowflakes on a light blue base. You can use a thin brush or a toothpick to draw the branches, and dotting tools or bobby pins to make the berries and snowflakes.
04 | Simple Tree
This look by @disseynails is sleek and minimalist, but still festive. It features a glittery gold tip with a black arch and a simple tree on the ring finger. You can use Moon Cat’s Poison Ivy ($13) and I’m A MF Supernova ($14) for this look, or any green and gold polishes you like.
05 | Merry Swirls
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This look by @dovenailsbysharon is colorful and whimsical, perfect for adding some cheer to your nails. It features bright red, warm cream, and shimmery gold swirls on each nail, creating a candy cane effect. You can use a thin brush or a striping tape to make the swirls, or use nail stickers for an easier option.
06 | Ruby Tips
This look by @sansungnails is another twist on the French manicure, but this time with ruby-encrusted tips. It features a nude base with red rhinestones on the edge of each nail, creating a dazzling effect. You can use ORLY’s Cran-Barely Believe It ($11) as the base color and various red rhinestones to top it off.
07 | Festive Polka Dots
This look by @onenailtorulethemall is simple but cute, featuring red and white polka dots on a green base. You can use dotting tools or bobby pins to make the dots, or use nail stickers for an easier option. You can also mix up the colors if you want, or add some glitter for extra sparkle.
08 | Charlie Brown Christmas
This look by Love Ambie is inspired by the classic cartoon, featuring Charlie Brown’s iconic yellow shirt with black zigzags and Snoopy’s red house with a Christmas tree on top. You can use yellow, black, red, green, and white polishes for this look, and a thin brush or a toothpick to draw the details.
09 | Magnolias & Gold Leaf
This look by @nailartbyjen is sophisticated and elegant, featuring white magnolias with gold leaf accents on a nude base. You can use white polish and gold leaf flakes for this look, or use nail stickers for an easier option. You can also add some clear top coat for extra shine.
10 | Green + Gold
This look by @oprahdaily is festive and glamorous, featuring green polish with gold glitter on the tips and cuticles. You can use any green polish you like, such as Essie’s Off Tropic ($9) or OPI’s Stay Off The Lawn!! ($11), and any gold glitter polish you like, such as China Glaze’s This Is My Street ($8) or Essie’s Summit Of Style ($9).
11 | Xmas Nail Designs
This look by @lasalonriiko is a mix of different Christmas-themed designs, such as a candy cane, a snowman, a reindeer, and a Santa hat. You can use red, white, black, brown, and pink polishes for this look, and a thin brush or a toothpick to draw the details.
12 | Penguin + Reindeer
This look by Love Ambie is adorable and fun, featuring a penguin and a reindeer on the ring fingers and white polka dots on the rest. You can use black, white, orange, brown, and red polishes for this look, and a thin brush or a toothpick to draw the details.
13 | Snowman + Christmas Tree
This look by Love Ambie is another cute and festive option, featuring a snowman and a Christmas tree on the ring fingers and red glitter on the rest. You can use white, black, orange, green, red, and gold polishes for this look, and a thin brush or a toothpick to draw the details.
14 | Red Christmas Nails
This look by Stylish Belles is simple but elegant, featuring red polish with white accents on the tips and cuticles. You can use any red polish you like, such as Essie’s Forever Yummy ($9) or OPI’s Big Apple Red ($11), and any white polish you like, such as Essie’s Blanc ($9) or OPI’s Alpine Snow ($11).
15 | Christmas Candy
This look by Bustle is sweet and colorful, featuring candy cane stripes and candy dots on a white base. You can use red, green, pink, and blue polishes for this look, and a thin brush or a striping tape to make the stripes.
16 | Pink Christmas
This look by Bustle is feminine and chic, featuring pink polish with gold glitter on the tips and cuticles. You can use any pink polish you like, such as Essie’s Fiji ($9) or OPI’s Mod About You ($11), and any gold glitter polish you like, such as China Glaze’s This Is My Street ($8) or Essie’s Summit Of Style ($9).
These are some of the simple Christmas nail ideas that you can try in 2024. Whether you want to go for a classic red and green combo or try something more unique and creative, there is a nail design for everyone. Have fun with your nails this holiday season and don’t forget to share your creations with us!
FAQ Section: Christmas Nail Ideas 2024
Q: How do I make my Christmas nail art last longer?
A: To make your Christmas nail art last longer, you should apply a base coat before painting your nails, seal your design with a top coat after painting your nails, and reapply the top coat every few days to prevent chipping.
Q: How do I remove my Christmas nail art?
A: To remove your Christmas nail art, you should soak your nails in acetone-based nail polish remover for 10-15 minutes, gently scrape off the polish with an orange stick or a cotton pad, and moisturize your nails with cuticle oil or lotion.
Q: Where can I find inspiration for my Christmas nail art?
A: To find inspiration for your Christmas nail art, you can browse online platforms such as Pinterest, Instagram, YouTube, or blogs that feature nail art tutorials, photos, or videos. You can also look at magazines, books, or catalogs that showcase Christmas fashion, decor, or trends.
