33 Snowflake Nail Ideas to Try This Winter

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Silver Tips 

Snowflake-inspired silver tips are so chic.

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Silver Glitter 

For a less literal—but still totally wintery—take on snowflake nail art, go for an all-over silver glitter that mirrors the falling snow. Try a super fine glitter like Paintbox’s Like Future, and be sure to read our guide on proper glitter nail polish application to get the best effect.

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Holiday Sweater Nails 

Channel your favorite cozy fare isle sweater with a red strip and snowflake accents.

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Minimal Dots 

Not into intricate snowflake designs? A row of white dots gives the vibe of falling snow with none of the frills.

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Snowflake French 

A classic French mani and classic snowflakes are a match made in heaven. Try using snowflake nail stickers for a manicure that’s easy enough to DIY at home.

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Silver Shimmer 

A frosty silver shimmer—we like Essie’s Chiffon the Move—is like snowfall on your nails.

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Accent Snowflake 

A classic white snowflake is the perfect way to add a touch of charm to an otherwise sleek white mani.

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Mixed Metals 

Delicate white snowflakes look super cool painted on a background of mixed metallics. Try OPI in My Private JetSilver On Ice, and Made it to Seventh Hill for a similar look.

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Subtle Sparkle

A thin line of silver glitter adds a wintery touch to your basic mani (and looks great peeking out of sweater sleeves).

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Christmas Tree Snowflake Nails 

It’s like the nail art equivalent of walking in a winter wonderland.

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Golden Snowflakes 

Not into an icy palette? Red and gold are perfectly festive without the frost.

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Blue Snowflake Nails 

Pale blue polish makes for an ideal background for intricate filigree snowflakes like these. To keep things interesting, make each nail a different shade or texture.

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Diamond French 

For a more three-dimensional take on snowflake glitter, add floating crystals to a French manicure.

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Ombre Glitter 

To really get the effect of falling snowflakes, use an ombre glitter effect. Start with a pale blue or white base, and then paint a coat of a chunky glitter onto a disposable makeup sponge. Gently dab the sponge just to the tips of your nails and seal everything with a top coat.

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Frosted Snowflakes 

A matte top coat like Essie Matte About You adds to the frosty effect of classic white snowflakes.

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Negative Glitter French 

For a modern take on snowflake nails, try this negative space French mani in a white and blue color palette. Silver glitter on the tips still gives it that snowy feeling without being so on-the-nose.

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Snowflake Stripes 

A band of deep wintery green with subtle snowflakes will compliment your favorite fuzzy jacket.

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Holly Jolly Nails 

This lovely holly design is a classic take on Christmas snowflake nails that’s so pretty, especially if you’re looking for something light on sparkles that still makes an impact.

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Silver Stars 

Silver star confetti glitter looks like snowflakes when it’s floating down your nails. Use a sponge to dab on the glitter polish for that pretty diffused effect.

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Iridescent Glitter 

A heavy coating of iridescent glitter on a white base shimmers like ice catching the light.

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Nighttime Snow

A black background makes a dramatic background for simple white snowflakes. You can DIY this design with a toothpick or detail brush, or try these press-ons from Etsy for a similar look.

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Silver Snowfall 

Does it get any more festive than holographic glitter?

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Blue Twinkles 

Cartoony twinkles are a cool abstract take on snowflake nail designs, especially when done in an icy-blue color palette.

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Snowfall Nails 

Combine a glitter snowfall with tiny white snowflakes for a mani everyone will remember. Some nail stickers and chunky glitter are all you need to make it happen.

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Purple Snowflake Nails 

Purple is an expected choice that doesn’t scream “holiday,” but contrasted with silver snowflakes it’s so pretty.

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Crystal Nails 

For a mani for an ice princess, use nail glue to attach tiny rhinestones to a nude base.

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Holographic Snowflake Nails 

Somehow, the snowflakes are one of the least interesting parts of this manicure. A combination of holographic glitter, pearly polish, and 3D gems makes for an mani everyone will be talking about.

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Glitter Cascade 

Silver glitter on a nude base is a subtle nod to the season.

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Glitter Hearts 

Floating silver hearts will have you covered from now until Valentine’s Day.

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Snowy Flowers 

Are they flowers? Snowflakes? It doesn’t even matter because they’re super cute either way.

By Bella Cacciatore

According to GLAMOUR

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