Every Nail Trend You’ll Want to Wear for Winter 2021

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It may be dismal outside, but winter is a surprisingly fun time when it comes to nail trends. The deeper, darker shades of fall have their appeal, but once the holiday season rolls around, we’re ready to bust out the glitter and have a party—or at least, a party mani. From sparkly shades to unexpected nail art and shapes, expect this winter to be no different. Scroll on for the trends we’re predicting to see this year, spotted on celebs and nail pros alike. Plus, shop the products that will help you create them yourself this season.

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1 Snowy Metallics

Not quite white, not quite silver, a shimmery shade like Issa Rae’s is nothing to be insecure about this season.

2 Snowy Metallics

For a subtle ombré effect, try pairing your polish with another light metallic shade.

3 Get the Look

OPI Tinsel, Tinsel ‘Lil Star

The perfect shimmery metallic.

4 Get the Look

Essie Nail Polish in Earn Your Tidal

For an added twist on the trend, try a shade that has a touch of iridescence to it.

5 Moody Florals

Flowers don’t have to go anywhere when the seasons change. Transition to deeper hues for cooler months, like these blue blooms from Hang Nguyen.

6 Moody Florals

Celebrity manicurist Elle used real pressed flowers to create this magnificent mani on Blake Lively. Pause for applause.

7 Get the Look

Tattoorary Dried Flowers Nail Tattoos

These dried flowers make it easy to DIY a winter floral mani.

8 Matte Texture

The latest take on matte nails? Adding 3D texture, such as this tonal animal print.

9 Matte Texture

The matte look can also be a nice change from a natural mani. Case in point: This elegant look on Selena Gomez, created by nail pro Tom Bachik.

10 Get the Look

Chanel LE VERNIS Velvet Nail Colour

Chanel’s matte red polish is equal parts chic and festive for the season. 

11 Get the Look

People of Color Matte Top Coat

Swipe this top coat over your favorite polish to turn it instantly matte. 

12 Metallic French Tips

Another season, another new take on the French manicure. This time, expect to see metallic tips like this gold version spotted on Lizzo.

13 Metallic French Tips

Add chunky glitter on top for even more of a winter wonderland vibe.

14 Get the Look

Zoya Nail Lacquer in Nahla

This golden polish shimmers from every angle and in all lights.

15 Get the Look

Pacifica Bio Glitter Translucent Topper

Because the base of this chunky glitter is translucent, it’s super-easy to use for DIY French tips even if you’re less than steady with a polish brush. 

16 Hot Cocoa

Fair warning: This swirled manicure might just make you crave something chocolatey. ‘Tis the season, after all.

17 Hot Cocoa

Nothing says winter like a little luxury, and these “chocolate ganache” nails are kicked up a notch with the addition of gold flakes.

18 Get the Look

Nails.INC Coco For Real Nail Polish in Meet Me on Mars

If you don’t mind your fingers always smelling like chocolate, this is the perfect brown shade for you.

19 Get the Look

Essie Nail Polish in Marshmallow

And what better accent shade to use than Essie’s perfectly named Marshmallow?

20 Lipstick Nails

The next great nail shape is here: Famed Korean manicurist Park Eunkyung, a.k.a. @nails_unistella on Instagram, deemed this shape the “lipstick nail” because they’re shaped like, well, lipstick.

21 Lipstick Nails

Megan Thee Stallion is a fan of the shape too—even wearing two sets in one week.

22 Get the Look

Trim Heavy & Medium Duty Black Salon Boards

This is a trend best left to pro nail artists to execute, but nonetheless, it’s a good idea to have a salon-grade nail file on hand in case the shape needs touching up. 

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Every Nail Trend You’ll Want to Wear for Winter 2021
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