12 minimalist-approved Christmas manicure designs

If a full set of shimmering nails is too much for your liking, go OTT with two (or more) nails and paint the rest of your fingers in an ultra glossy “patent leather” red.

When in doubt, put a bow on it. You can use nail stickers or press-on nails to achieve this look. We love the peach fuzz (which happens to be Pantone’s colour of the year) base, but a bright red or mint varnish would work too.

Nothing says “festive spirit” more than a Christmas tree. It still looks polished thanks to the soft, nude base and almond shape.

If you love that “clean girl” aesthetic, elevate your go-to neutral mani for the festivities with a smattering of diamante embellishments.

You don’t have to go for the traditional Christmas colour scheme just because it’s the holiday season. Case in point: this sheer, sparkly take on the of the moment glazed donut nails trend.

Jewel tones like emerald and ruby are great for this time of the year. A shimmery top coat adds visual interest.

Shine bright this festive season. You can create small dots with nail varnish of varying colours in place of rhinestones.

Draw inspiration from your favourite winter jacket with this tweed pattern. Instead of free-handing the design, use tweed decals or stamps.

This delicate mix of micro, half-moon and double French tips create a simple yet head-turning design that amplifies scarlet nails.

Beige, champagne, dusky pink and silver come together in this muted nail design. The sparkly finishes add a hint of holiday spirit to your digits but won’t look out of place come January.

If you’re dreaming of a white Christmas, opt for this icy manicure. The dainty metallic star and moon accents keep the design looking fresh and modern.

If you’re a nude nail loyalist, add a festive spin and throw in some show-stopping glittery tips.