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Call it the holiday spirit, but if there’s ever a time of year I, whose nails are 99 percent of the time bare or polished in a simple nude shade, am tempted to indulge in an elaborate manicure, it’s now. Every December a festive French, lots of shimmer, velvety textures and even ornate, holiday nail art pique my interest for the celebrations ahead. Right on schedule, my timeline is currently flooded with holiday party manicures. But, a gorgeous nail look doesn’t have to mean ornate (or hours at a nail salon). From dainty snowflakes and candy canes to chrome bow nail stickers, here are 10 holiday nail art ideas for manicure minimalists to indulge in this season.
Holiday Nail Art Ideas for Manicure Minimalists
Simple Snowflake
Nail artist Iram Shelton is behind this simply stunning textured snowflake design with a milky base. To see the process in motion, click here.
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Cute Candy Canes
Is anything sweeter than dainty candy cane hearts? If you want to turn the look up a notch, consider using a glaze finish or starting with a color base, like red, green or white.
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All of the Lights
This Christmas lights-themed manicure is easier than you think to recreate at home. Start with a sheer nude base, swirl a bit of black polish with a fine-point nail brush and use a dotting tool to add rhinestones.
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Santa Baby
This bright cherry red French manicure by Alexandra Teleki gets a jolly update from Santa. Sophisticated and sweet.
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Bows and Stars
There’s never a more appropriate time to rock bows than the holidays. We are in awe of how nail artist Alyx Lippiatt hand-painted this gorgeous green bow and chrome stars, but it’s just as easy to recreate with a nude polish, nail stickers, and a glossy top coat.
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Furry Friends
Holidays are about spending time with loved ones, and what better way to pay homage to our furry family members than Christmas nail art in their honor?
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Chrome Bows
While chrome is THE top nail trend of the year, for a more minimalist manicure that’s still downright merry, try the trend as dainty bows. Here, Lippiatt used The Gel Bottle’s Blonde Chrome to create the eye-catching design.
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Tiny Tree
We love the way this classic Christmas tree gets a luxe twist with shades of black, shimmery gold, and silver.
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Wrapped in Gold
This design reminds me of a perfectly-wrapped present. Between gold glitter, the double French manicure, and the subtle bow art, it screams the holiday season.
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Conclusion
This article showcases 10 holiday nail art ideas for manicure minimalists to try this season. From simple snowflakes to elaborate designs, there’s something for everyone. Whether you prefer classic red and green or bold and bright colors, these ideas will help you get into the holiday spirit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Do I need to be a professional nail artist to achieve these designs?
A: No, these designs can be recreated at home with a little practice and patience.
Q: What if I don’t have experience with nail art?
A: You can start with simple designs and gradually work your way up to more complex ones.
Q: Can I use nail polish instead of nail stickers?
A: Yes, you can use nail polish to achieve the same look, but nail stickers can make the process easier and quicker.
Q: How long does it take to recreate these designs?
A: The time it takes will depend on the complexity of the design and your level of experience.