40+ Festive Christmas Nail Designs To Get You Into The Holiday Spirit

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Once Halloween hits, you know the holidays are near. The festive spirit is in the air, and there is a giddiness and cheery feeling. Everyone has their way of celebrating – whether it be with “ugly” sweaters, or baking cookies.

For many, like myself, it’s time to reflect the festive season with a Christmas manicure. There are plenty of easy Christmas nail designs to choose from.

Christmas Nail Designs

There’s really no wrong way to do Christmas nails. Christmas nails may bring to mind Santas, reindeers, over-the-top glitter, and red and green nails. However, there are actually plenty of subtle designs to show your festive spirit.

From sophisticated nail art in greens and reds to candy cane swirls, there’s an endless array of designs for both the minimalist and those with a penchant for more elaborate designs.

Scroll below for 40+ nail designs for the festive season.

Christmas Nails

There is no better representation of the winter wonderland than snowflakes. What better way to represent the changing season than with snowflake nails?

For those who want to be extra with their winter wonderland scene.

Santa and his reindeer are coming to town with these nails. Nothing says Christmas quite like Santa Claus.

Add some sparkle to Santa’s hat.

How glam are the glitter accent nails.

How adorable is the red nose detail!

Maybe you’re not into the extra details, but want a manicure for the holiday season. Try red or green nails, or maybe, combine the two colors?

I love this tinsel inspired manicure.

Everyone loves the classic peppermint candy canes during the season. Whether it be a literal interpretation or the swirl design, there is a design for everyone.

Who doesn’t love polar bears and snowmen? These creatures are an adorable representation of the holiday season.

How unique are these Christmas lights nails?

Who doesn’t like to receive presents during the Christmas season? These are bright and beautiful like jewel-toned wrapping paper.

Don’t forget the red bow.

Have a holly, jolly Christmas with these nails.