28 Acrylic Christmas Nails You’ll Want to Wear Throughout the Holiday Season

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Sugary sweet French snips. Gem matching games. There is no shortage of ideas for the ideal set of Christmas acrylic nails.

Those eager to get started right away should bookmark Andelika Malik’s shiny red almond set adorned with delicate snowflakes. Making your fingernails seem like tiny ornaments is the most Christmassy thing you can do. 

Haiyen Tran’s wonderfully executed monochrome manicure is a great compromise for those who prefer to ease into the festivities. The neutral style will also go well with the many different holiday makeup looks you plan to use. 

This season, nails are undeniably a must-have accessory. We’ve compiled a list of the loveliest holiday- and Christmas-themed nail art so you can enjoy it all winter long. Visit the Maby blog to discover the most trending nail designs today.

Green and red

Red and green are the only colors more associated with Christmas. It’s a no-brainer.

Lightly glimmering

This delicate variation on pink and shimmer is ideal for the winter season if you prefer a more subdued approach to nail art.

A chilly ending

This shimmering cut will have you competing with Frosty the Snowman for best dressed in the winter.

Stardust silver

Embrace the spirit of the new year by painting your nails silver.

Adorable pop art

Incorporating your favorite seasonal icons into a work of pop art is a fun and unexpected way to get into the spirit of the season.

Flakes of crimson snow

Add some snowflake embellishments to your go-to red paint for a seasonal spin on your manicure.

Green aesthetics

Show some appreciation for emerald green this Christmas season; it’s the season’s unsung superstar.

Holiday ombré

You just can’t decide on a single style? Sure thing! If you want the best of all worlds, use an ombré set with a holiday motif. In addition, please refer to: Here Are 20 Stunning Glitter Ombre Nail Designs For You.

Shines like silver

Try silver shimmer for an understated approach to party glitz.

Delicious snowflakes

Snowflake decals look great on any nail color.

Crispy cane ends

This candy cane pattern with a French tip will win over even the most jaded Grinch.

Diverse greens

This beautiful green ensemble will reveal the true star of the Christmas tree.

Modest plaid

You want a touch of plaid, but not a lot, right? Choose only a few nails to show off the print and paint the rest a solid color, like bright red.

Stylish wreath

You may have seen a beautiful wreath but never thought to replicate it on your fingernails. It turns out that this can be used to create a beautiful manicure. Try out different arrangements of the wreath pieces across your nails for a new effect.

Clawed blocks of color

This matching set is a great option for nailing the color-blocking trend this holiday season.

Creative nails

Inspired by the work of Japanese potter Takuro Kuwata, LA-based artist Sojin Oh developed these luminous bulbous designs for her nails. And if you’re into the mixed-metal look that’s been popular as of late, try it out on your hands.

Clear as crystal

Crystal hearts are a classic and easy choice for forthcoming holiday parties. Even if you opt with a nude set, you can make it look more festive by replacing the base color with a rich red or emerald green.

Manicure in the shape of a gingerbread man

Gingerbread men are adorable both on your nails and in your mouth. If you include some pink candy canes, you’ll be the hit of the holiday.

Animals with Fur

The holiday season is full with possibilities for those who enjoy nail painting. Huge teddy bears that stand ready to welcome us at each and every megamall are just as beautiful when set off by a coat of blue polish or a layer of snowflakes.

Tiny cries

We believe we have located the ideal pastel blue. Add depth by painting a thin gold stripe down the cuticle and setting in place a few crystal stones.

Gems with a Wave Form

The wave pattern of this set is reminiscent of the charm bracelets we’d put on our Christmas wish lists every year. 

Glitter base with striped French candy cane French tips

It may sound like a lot, but as you can see above, a glitter base with striped French Candy cane French tips is a winning combination.

Old-school glitz

Mei Kawajiri’s Schiaparelli-inspired nail art is the epitome of glitz, and it goes well with a Moscow Mule in front of a roaring fire.

Contour French

Nobody says you have to learn French from the top down. This reverse manicure is a great twist on traditional Christmas acrylics.

Wrapped up

We’ll always have a soft spot for bows, and nail artist Stephany Almanzar’s renditions are especially lovely.

Sparkle and shine

The combination of shiny mauve and shimmering rose gold is undeniably stunning. 

Swirled cherry French tart

As a fun tidbit, when Australians gather for the holidays, they often pass around a bowl of fresh cherries to snack on. Australian nail artist Vivian designed a cherry French swirl manicure that is too beautiful to pass up.

Go for gold

Gold nail art is a must for this year’s Christmas nail art compilation. Gift-wrapped warm metal is equally as attractive as naked metal on a base.