Gel nails for Christmas: 20 magical designs for a festive mood

Do you want to add a touch of glamor to your nails? Turn your fingertips into a canvas by using traditional colors like red, green and gold and spread the festive cheer with these trendy gel nail designs this Christmas.

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Gel nails for Christmas 2023: You should try these ideas

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Gel nails offer longer durability and are therefore the best choice for the Christmas season. A classic red hue creates a timeless and elegant look, while a deep green hue is reminiscent of evergreen trees. No matter what design you choose, you can complement any festive outfit with the following Christmas gel nail ideas.

Nude nail design with glittering Christmas motifs

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It's not just red, green and gold that are suitable for a Christmas manicure. If you prefer to wear a simple nail design, opt for a nude base and add accents with glittering motifs on one or two nails.

Half Moon Nails in traditional Christmas colors

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If you can't choose one color, then combine the traditional Christmas colors in one nail design. This Half Moon Nails idea is perfect for short nails and you will get all the attention on your hands.

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French nails with a Christmas touch

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If you prefer minimalist designs, opt for French nails with a Christmas touch. Choose a white or nude base and add a subtle touch of gold to create a chic festive look.

Boost the Christmas spirit with accent nails

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Don't forget about accent nails as they are the perfect opportunity to show off your creativity. A gold glitter nail and a traditional motif like the gingerbread mangive your nails greena unique look.

Red French lace with Santa hat and beads

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You can create a very stylish yet festive look with red fingertips. With a Santa hat on your ring finger and elegant tiny beads on it you will bring the cheerful mood.

Gel nails for Christmas in green and gold

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Green and gold is a classic, versatile combination that's suitable for almost any occasion, but it's especially loved for the winter season and is often chosen for Christmas nails. Simple, geometric nail art will help you create a playful look and make your manicure look much more elegant, especially if you coordinate it with your jewelry.

Disney themed fairy lights for the Christmas season

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What will get you in the mood better than a merry Christmas manicure? Fairy lights as a nail motif have been very popular for years. But be creative anduse Disney motifsinstead of the usual lights.

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Combine green French tips with winter berries

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Adding festive details like winter berries to a dark green nail polish adds a festive touch without being too over the top. And if you want something even more subtle, opt for French dark green tips combined with winter berries. Choose a sheer, nude base to make the design feel a little airy.

Dark red with snowflakes and candy canes

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Red Christmas nails are the classic that never goes out of style. But you can get a super festive look if you choose a slightly glittery onedark red nail polish colordecide and combine them with transparent nail polish. Then simply add a few white snowflakes, style individual nails in a candy cane design and decorate others with swirl motifs.

Glittery tips and a simple bow for a festive, elegant look

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This almond-shaped manicure is for women who like glittery gel nails. Just adda simple loopor add a star to give your hands a lot of elegance in the simplest way.

Festive design for short nails with snowflakes, Santa hat and reindeer

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Also read:Gel nails with a reindeer motif: Festive manicures for Christmas that are elegant and eye-catching!

Simple gel nails for Christmas with simple gold accents

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Turquoise Christmas manicure with glitter

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Combine dark red and gold for a festive touch

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Chocolate, caramel and Christmas motifs... and add some gold

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Christmas nails in red and white with a Christmas tree accent

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Sweet gnome motif for square nails in pink and gold

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You can find more inspiration for gel nails with gnomesin this post!

With hints of gingerbread and candy canes

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