With Christmas nails, you can go one of two ways—incredibly simple or over-the-top. And if you're craving a design that's festive and interesting with nary a reindeer or snowman in sight, you've come to the right place. We're here to guide you through Christmas nail designs that are elegant and restrained. "Elegant nails have an essence to them [wherein] they do not have too much going on, yet capture your attention," says nail artist Sharon Ladokun.

When it comes to Christmas nails, it's all about taking the core elements of the season—jewel tones and metallics—and having fun. "You can incorporate festive colors such as red, green, and gold into minimalist looks such as a French manicure," says nail artist San Sung Kim. "Use festive colors and shimmer or glitter for an elevated look."

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I'm presenting a whopping 100+ winter nail designs and polish colours that are guaranteed to inspire your next salon session this holiday season, from full-on acrylic nail art to basic, yet breathtaking winter manicures.
I've also linked to each nail's Instagram page, so you can find some fantastic nail specialists to follow on your feed!