Looking for the best Christmas nails to recreate this year? Here are 37 insanely cute and festive short Christmas nails that will garner a lot of attention!
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Merry Christmas everyone! I know say that in like every single post but I just can’t help it, I’m so excited! Thanksgiving is not even here yet and I’m already planning out my Christmas outfits, haha! I just bought a bunch of cozy long coats from Mango which I’m dying to try on.
Although Christmas is still a good two months away, I’ve already begun scouring the internet for the best Christmas nails. I’m usually a long nails girly but I wanted to try out some short nails this time around so It doesn’t get in the way of my daily tasks.
If you’ve also been searching for short Christmas nails for the holidays, you’ve come to the right place. I’ve gathered over 35 insanely cute and festive Christmas nails that’ll leave everyone speechless. From neutral Christmas nails, to mistletoe designs, and red French tips, there is something in here for everyone!
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SHORT CHRISTMAS NAILS
1. SPARKLING MISTLETOES
Mistletoes are a must for Christmas. It’s even better when it sparkles. Paint your nails in a nude polish then draw the mistletoe. Go over it with a green glitter gel and then finish with a top coat.
2. CHROME SNOWFLAKES
If you want something you can recreate for both Christmas and winter, this is the one for you. Draw a few snowflakes on your nails and go over them with colorful chrome powders.
3. SIMPLE NAILS WITH FESTIVE DECOR
If you are a nude girly and don’t really like going over the top with Christmas designs, just incorporate a couple of minimal decals here and there.
4. BEIGE CHRISTMAS NAILS
Just because it’s Christmas doesn’t mean you have to go over the top with the red and green. You can recreate this soft and subtle Christmas nail design in the comfort of your own home.
5. FESTIVE CHRISTMAS NAILS
This nail set is so gorgeous! I love all of the bright colors and the very subtle base underneath that makes everything pop even more.
6. COLORFUL CHRISTMAS TREES
There is no Christmas without beautiful Christmas trees! So make sure you draw on plenty on your digits.
7. GOLD AND WHITE CHRISTMAS NAILS
If you are a DIY queen and want something you can recreate yourself, try this one out. Paint your nails in a nude color and make stripes using white and gold gel nail liners. Add a few French tips and a cute bow to complete the look.
8. CANDY CANE DOTS
Here is another super simple manicure anyone can recreate. All you need are red polish, white polish, and a dotting tool.
9. CHRISTMAS COOKIES
Who doesn’t love Christmas cookies? Especially ones that look as good as they do above.
10. GREEN CHRISTMAS NAILS
Green is one of the main Christmas colors so it only makes sense to add it to our manicures. Throw in a little glitter and you’ve got yourself a festive Christmas nail design.
11. ORNAMENTS WITH HATS
These are just too gorgeous not to recreate! Grab your dotting tool and make glittery ornaments. Draw a bright Santa hat on each one to make it even more festive.
12. GOLD GLITTER AND SNOWFLAKES
If you want something festive and simple, this is the one for you. All you need are a white gel liner, gold glitter polish, a dotting tool, a nail brush, and a glossy top coat.
13. SILVER SPARKLY FRENCH TIPS
Silver glittery French tips are truly magnificent. They will look 10x more prettier under a flashlight. Add a cute little snowflake to complete the look.
14. CHRISTMAS LIGHTS
Add a pop of color to your neutral mani by incorporating Christmas lights. I love how it’s still delicate but will definitely garner attention.
15. RED FRENCH TIPS AND SNOWFLAKE
Is there anything classier than gorgeous red French tip nails for Christmas? Not in my book.
16. SWIRLS AND SNOWFLAKES
Snowflakes are one of my favorite nail designs for Christmas. Plus, you can also incorporate them in your winter mani. They look just as gorgeous and festive.
17. MIX AND MATCH NAILS
This may just be my favorite Christmas nail design on this list. It is super festive and I love how it’s different designs on the fingers on each hand.
18. GOLD AND WHITE NAILS
Gold and white are just a classic combination that you can never go wrong with.
19. PINK CHRISTMAS NAILS
If you love pink and want a Christmas set that is also pink but still festive, you need to recreate this nail set.
20. CHRISTMAS SPLASHES
This is another very easy Christmas nail design. You’ll need a few different gel nail polishes, a nail brush, snowflake stickers, and a top coat.
21. GLITTER FRENCH TIPS AND FESTIVE TREATS
Do you know what’s better than a set of regular red French tips? Glitter French tips! Combine it with festive Christmas decorations like candy canes and gingerbread man to finish the look.
22. SIMPLE NAILS WITH GOLD SNOWFLAKES
This nail set is stunning! It’s not over the top dramatic but it still has a bit of festive spirit. Grab your favorite base gel color and then add gold snowflakes on top.
23. GREEN CHRISTMAS NAILS
Everything about this nail design is just “chef’s kiss”! The sweater designs, the polka dot pinkies, the glitter green polish, and the gorgeous holly berries come together so beautifully.
24. SHORT CHRISTMAS NAILS
What’s not to like about this set? I love the snowflakes against the dark blue. It really makes it stand out more.
25. MINIMALIST NAILS
If you like to keep your nails simple and minimal, this is the one for you. Rose gold glitter and gorgeous snowflakes are an amazing combo you just cannot beat.
26. DARK RED NAILS
Although I am a huge fan of the classic and bright red nails, there is just something so much more sexier and bolder when it’s dark red.
27. HOLLY BERRIES
You cannot get a Christmas nail set without incorporating holly berries. Combine them with gold glitter polish and a green French tip to complete the look.
28. BLUE SHORT CHRISTMAS NAILS
I’ve seen a lot of people recreate red and green nail designs but never enough blue. So, here is a cute inspo pic for those of you who want to try it this year.
29. SNOW AND HOLLY
I am loving the specks of white and the holly by the cuticle. The green chrome nails are a great addition to this set as well.
30. CANDY CANES AND RED FRENCH TIPS
If there is one nail design I will continue to love for Christmas, it has got to be red French tips. Draw some candy canes and cute little reindeer to complete the look.
31. MINI CHRISTMAS TREES
I seriously don’t think there is anything more elegant than a nude base with lots of colorful designs on top.
32. WHITE AND GOLD FRENCH TIPS
As I mentioned earlier, white and gold is a combo you just can’t help but love. It’s classy, chic, elegant, and perfect for Christmas.
33. RED NAILS WITH HOLLY
Short nails always look so classy. Paint your nails red and draw some holly berries on one of the fingers to bring the look together.
34. BLACK NAIL DESIGN
I never knew black nails could look so good. I love the specks of blue on top and the adorable little snowflake.
35. GREEN AND GOLD NAILS
Here is another stunning combo. Green and gold look so beautiful together. Honestly, any color combination with gold just looks stellar.
36. NEUTRAL CHRISTMAS NAILS
Can’t give up your love for neutrals for the holidays? No problem there, simply recreate this festive neutral Christmas nail design.
37. RED AND GOLD NAILS
Last but definitely not least, we have the classic combo of red and gold. They are just a class act together and in my opinion, no other Christmas design beats it.
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