With the Christmas rush in full force, it’s time to get your nail inspiration festive-ready! If your clients are booked in for their work-do, Christmas day glam, or their New Year’s Eve moment, now is the perfect time to be getting inspired with the top Christmas nail trends that have been taking over socials this season.  Including flirty bows to winter wonderland sparkles, here’s our guide to the must-have looks that will have your clients festive-ready!

 

A trend we will never get bored with, this year is all about the bows! From dainty ribbon details to a bold bow statement, adding a bow design to your client's mani is a super girly way to add a Christmassy touch without going overboard. We’ve been loving a subtle pink bow on a nude base for a minimalist moment or an oversized bow for full-on festive glamour. Your clients will struggle to choose!

 

Pink nails have officially become a Christmas classic, and we’re here for it. For the clients who steer away from traditional reds but still want a festive twist, pink is the perfect match. Try baby pink bases with pearlescent chrome finishes or cutesy details like tiny gingerbread men or candy cane hearts. It’s feminine, it’s chic, and it’s perfectly on trend.

 

Starry nail art continues to reign supreme at this time of year, and what better time than Christmas to add a festive twist! Gold and crimson are the ultimate Christmas combo, and this creates a rich, bold look that screams luxury. For something softer, try a nude or pink base with gold foil stars and dainty dots. For an extra sparkle, layer a glitter top coat for that cosmic, party-ready finish.

 

Similar to the star trend but also completely different, these multi-coloured celestial stars in shades of gold, red and green create that Christmas lights effect that’s subtle yet super stunning. Perfect for clients who love a bit of magic at their fingertips without going all out on the festive nail art.

 

Not every client wants to go full glitter and glam at Christmas, and that’s okay! Minimalist festive nails are trending hard this year, and we’re here for it. With nude or sheer bases with a single detail of a bow, Christmas tree or candy cane, the minimalist manicure is understated, elegant and perfect for all festive occasions.

 

If your clients are obsessed with Jellycat plushies, this one’s for them. Cute, creative and guaranteed to get attention, these Jellycat-inspired nails are one of the most playful trends of the season. Including the infamous hot chocolate and super sweet gingerbread star, these designs are a total conversation starter and perfect for sharing on social media. Nail techs, don’t forget to snap these as they’re guaranteed to give your Instagram engagement a boost!

 

Nothing says Christmas quite like glitter. And if your clients want a full-on glitter mani or a touch of sparkle to the tips, this timeless trend never fails to impress. Make sure to stock up on the deep ruby reds, gold foils, and champagne sparkles that are perfect for party season and sure to catch eyes under the twinkling Christmas lights.

 

The classic French manicure is getting a Christmas glow-up! Add tiny bows, wreaths or a touch of glitter to your clients’ favourite French base for an effortlessly festive look this Christmas.

 

Polka Dot nails have been the dominating nail trend of 2025, and it's perfect for your clients' Christmas nails. We’re loving the pearlescent bases with red dots, or the crimson tips with white polka dot details for a retro festive vibe. For something bolder, try multi-coloured dots in red, green and gold, to create that Christmas tree light or bauble effect.

 

Some clients stray as far from the traditional Christmas colours as possible, and instead opt for those icy tones.  Enter the Winter Wonderland trend, which delivers frosty whites, silver chrome, and snowflake nail art for that crisp ‘snowy’ effect.

 

Pink and red are *the* trending colours of Christmas 2025, and it’s the perfect match for your clients’ Christmas nails. It’s feminine, fun and gives a modern twist to traditional festive colours. Try red tips with a pink base, stripes, or a mix of nail art for a festively fun look.

Every nail tech knows that Christmas is the perfect way to showcase your talent and creativity, and we have just the inspiration to help you do so! Don’t forget to stock up on your favourite festive colours, from glitter polishes, chrome powders and cuticle oils, so you’re festive-rush ready!

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