With the holidays right around the corner, there’s no easier way to get into the Christmas spirit than with a seasonal manicure just as jolly as Kris Kringle himself!
After all, this time of year is an endless round of celebrations and get-togethers. Once you’ve dropped off your soon-to-be-signature candy cane Rice Krispies treats with the rest of the delicious chow, your only job is to relax, grab some eggnog, and show off your holiday cheer!
Best of all, with one of these adorable, on-theme manis, you won’t have to worry a bit about the rest of your outfit.
While we highly recommend piling on as much Christmas gear as you want, you can totally get away with just throwing on a red top, and dazzling everyone anyway thanks to your cheery Christmas manicure!
From icicles to giftwrap, there are tons of cute manicure options out there for everyone.
Scroll through the gallery below to check out a few of our favorite holiday looks!
1. Santa And His Reindeer
These stunning silhouettes are the perfect way to evoke the childhood magic of waiting up to see if you can hear hooves on the roof!
2. Ornaments
Recreate you favorite ornaments on your nails to match the tree—it's not the only one who deserves a little dressing up this winter!
3. Presents
Give yourself the gift of great nail art by panting a simple ribbon and bow combo against a bold background.
4. Santa's Elf
Santa's elves are always watching; they've even staked out your manicure! And one elven accent nail pairs perfectly with festive gold glitter.
5. Christmas Sweater
Christmas sweaters get a bad rap, but how cute is it to recreate those colorful patterns on your nails. Create plain Nordic designs for a Fair Isle vibe, or maybe go for a colorful red-and-green plaid!
6. Old Saint Nick
Pay homage to Santa Claus himself with a darling red and white mani! We love how this one shows both his face and his iconic suit!
7. Christmas Tree
When the family gathers 'round to sing 'O Christmas Tree,' you'll be one step ahead thanks to your elegant accent nail, complete with a tiny gold star on top!
Click through to the next page to see which design includes everyone's favorite arctic animal! So cute!
8. Penguins
Or, give the Christmas imagery a break, and go for a different icon of wintertime, with this adorable monochromatic penguin design!
9. The Grinch
If no holiday season would be complete without a viewing of the classic "How The Grinch Stole Christmas," celebrate with a few of the movie's iconic characters.
10. Christmas Lights
If you're the Christmas enthusiast already decking the halls before your Thanksgiving turkey cools, then these adorable red and green lights are the look for you!
11. Snowflakes
Of course, no Christmas would be complete without at least dreaming of snow. Even if there's almost nothing on the ground, you can make your very own snow day!
12. Snowman
And the same holds true for snowmen! Whether you have a parade of Frosty's lining your driveway, or can barely scrape together one snowball, this is the perfect design!
No holiday would be complete without holly! Still bright and cheerful all the way through winter, this will look as pretty on your nails as over your mantel.
Or, if all else fails, keep your design sweet and simple with these delightful peppermint stick nails styled to look just like a candy cane!
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