Dark winter nails are the perfect way to add a little edge to your style while keeping things festive and fun. This season, dark nail shades like black, deep plum, and midnight blue are more popular than ever, and adding a hint of glitter takes these looks from simple to stunning.
In this post, I’ve put together 23+ dark winter nails ideas that capture the magic of winter nights, with a dash of holiday shimmer. From classy winter nails to cute winter nails with a touch of glam, these designs show that dark colors can still feel lively and festive.
If you go for the bold yet sophisticated look this winter season, dive in and find the ones that speak to you. Ready?
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Dark blue and sparkles
Glitter is a must for the holiday season, but what colors do you combine it with? Here’s a blue winter nails shade you’ll love.
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Matte winter nails
Black and silver are great color combos for the winter manicure. Add some cute nail art to the mix, and you’ve got yourself the perfect dark winter nails for the times you don’t feel like standing out with bright colors.
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Glittery black winter nails
You wouldn’t think of black as the first choice for your winter nails, but look how wonderful this design looks. The sparkly black nail polish and the French-inspired tips are simply gorgeous.
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Dark winter nails
Snowflake nails are a must in the winter season, the same as with glitter. Here’s a sparkly idea for your dark base manicure.
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Polar bear nail art
Dark winter nails are far from plain and boring. Colors like black or dark blue mix very well with sparkly and nude nail polishes. Also, they make great bases for cute nail art, like the bear above.
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Snowflake nail art
Here’s a twist for the classic snowflake nails. If black nails are your favorite usually, there’s nothing that can make you change them in the winter season. But you can choose to be a little more festive with this kind of design.
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Nutcracker in dark winter nails version
This amazing nutcracker-inspired nail art idea will have you making that nail salon appointment ASAP. If you’re one of the girlies that slay the long nails, don’t pass this one.
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Simple dark winter nails
The black nails with black tips come back in style in the winter season. One sparkly black nail polish will do the trick for your manicure.
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Long winter nails idea
Knitted nail art, snowflakes, and candy cane swirls on a light pink gel base. The black nail polish is so versatile!
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Classy winter nails
You absolutely need to save these dark winter nails in your short Christmas nails Pinterest board this winter season. It’s cute and classy at the same time and will work great with all your cozy outfits.
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Cute winter nails
Christmas balls and snowflake nail art for the girlies who love a cute nail design that’s in tune with the season. Black nails with black tips will always be a great idea when you need a quick and classy base for your creative moments.
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Red dark winter nails with snowflakes
I’m in love with this gorgeous winter nail design. The stiletto shape divinely complements the red-to-white ombre, while the snowflake art introduces seasonal cheer in the picture.
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Gorgeous dark winter nails
Feeling the winter holidays approaching? Here’s how you can achieve that feeling with a manicure that’s as simple as it is stunning.
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Black winter nails
Starting again from a matte black base, you can create this dark winter nail design that is elegant and simple to DIY.
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Starry winter night
Dark blue winter nails that look like the night sky on a cold day can be accessorized only with cute yellow and sparkly stars.
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Short dark winter nails
Kind of the same design as the one above, but adapted on a shorter nail and with black nail polish as the base. Stunning in both combos!
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French winter nails
No matter the season, there is always a great time to try a variation of French on your nails. These black tips on the nude base, the gold stars, and the stiletto nail shape create a beautiful manicure that will match your festive outfits, as well as your everyday wear.
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Simple and classy winter nails
Let’s admit it, we all love a quick manicure that also manages to make an impression. Many times, a simple and plain dark color for winter nails, like the one above, does the trick just fine.
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Dark winter press-on nails
Get rid of the boring press-on nails and try this type of design this winter season. You’ll love the effect, the durability, and most importantly, the fact that you can reuse them as many times as you like.
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Dark and sparkly red nails
The incomparable and unforgettable red must be on your list of dark winter nails. This color seems to awaken the holiday spirit earlier than ever, so Christmas red nails who?
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Black stiletto nails
If you’re aiming for sexy and confident vibes, black stiletto nails are the option for you. Make them festive by adding gold foil to delimitate the tips.
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Galaxy winter nails
The colors of a galaxy feature a dark winter nail design that brings out the festive side of the winter season. Loving the magnetic look.
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Black snowflakes
Just because your nails broke again and now are shorter than you wanted them to be doesn’t mean they can’t look cute this winter.
I hope these dark winter nails have inspired you to embrace bold colors with a touch of sparkle this season. From rich blacks to deep blues and shimmering accents, there’s a look here for every style.
Winter is the perfect time to experiment with bold colors and subtle glitters that feel both festive and sophisticated. Now, it’s time to pick your favorite and add a dash of holiday magic to your manicure!
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