12th Nov 2025
Christmas nail design ideas for 2025
Looking for some festive nail inspo to wrap up the season with this year’s most-wanted Christmas nail designs? Well, Ellisons are here to help! We’ve searched high and low to find you the very best Christmas ideas for 2025, ready for you to work your magic.
Deck the halls with our hand-picked selection of dazzling nail art creations that will get your clients ready for the festivities. Channelling all things merry and bright, from glorious Christmas trees to shimmery snowflakes, we’ve got all the inspiration you need to take your Christmas nails to the next level. Let’s take a look at our festive favourites…
1. Bows are back
These festive bow nails add a shimmery and sophisticated touch to any look.
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These festive bow nails add a shimmery and sophisticated touch to any look.
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2. ‘Tis the season for tortie
2. ‘Tis the season for tortie
These tortie Christmas pud nails are just what we ordered! This trend is here to sleigh.
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3. Coated in candy
If your client has a sweet tooth, then these are the nails for them! From irresistible gingerbreads to satisfying candy cane swirls – this festive design is mouth-wateringly good.
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If your client has a sweet tooth, then these are the nails for them! From irresistible gingerbreads to satisfying candy cane swirls – this festive design is mouth-wateringly good.
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4. Shine like a star
4. Shine like a star
Add a subtle shimmer to your client’s French nails with this dazzling design.
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5. Bold and bow-tiful
These lovely red nails are utterly festive – detailed with a stunning bow to wrap up the design in style.
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These lovely red nails are utterly festive – detailed with a stunning bow to wrap up the design in style.
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6. Festive wreath
6. Festive wreath
Get your client in the festive spirit with this delightful Christmas wreath design.
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7. Bauble beauties
Who says baubles are only for the tree? These miniature bauble nails are nothing short of adorable!
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Who says baubles are only for the tree? These miniature bauble nails are nothing short of adorable!
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8. Starry surprise
8. Starry surprise
Shine bright through the winter nights with these shimmery, star-adorned Christmas nails.
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9. Baby, it’s cold outside
This brrrr-illiant design is perfect for winter. Finished with a subtle shimmer, these frosty nails are as cool as ice.
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This brrrr-illiant design is perfect for winter. Finished with a subtle shimmer, these frosty nails are as cool as ice.
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10. Red-y to party
10. Red-y to party
Taking you through the party season in style, these elegant nails are glistening with joy.
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11. Oh Christmas tree, Oh Christmas tree
Because Christmas isn’t complete without a beautifully decorated tree! So, why not adorn your client’s nails with the most must-have design of the season? We love this wonderful creation by Shan Riley.
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Because Christmas isn’t complete without a beautifully decorated tree! So, why not adorn your client’s nails with the most must-have design of the season? We love this wonderful creation by Shan Riley.
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12. Dreaming of a white Christmas
12. Dreaming of a white Christmas
Subtle and sophisticated, these snowflake nails from Stacey Griffiths are a lovely choice for clients who prefer a more understated look.
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13. Winter wonderland
These snowy trees set the perfect scene for winter. Pair with a hot chocolate for a seriously cosy feel.
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These snowy trees set the perfect scene for winter. Pair with a hot chocolate for a seriously cosy feel.
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14. Wrapped in gold
14. Wrapped in gold
Golden nails are a gift worth giving and this stunning design is on the top of our wish lists!
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15. Green glitter galore
Step into Christmas with these glam green nails – perfect for parties, present-giving and New Year.
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Step into Christmas with these glam green nails – perfect for parties, present-giving and New Year.
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16. Pudding time
16. Pudding time
These scrumptious nails look good enough to eat. Add a touch of sweetness to your client’s nails with this delightful Christmas pud design.
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These scrumptious nails look good enough to eat. Add a touch of sweetness to your client’s nails with this delightful Christmas pud design.
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17. Pretty in pink
How cute are these? Perfect for client’s who love their pink, these nails are oozing with femininity and festive fun.
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How cute are these? Perfect for client’s who love their pink, these nails are oozing with femininity and festive fun.
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18. And the award for the cutest nails of the season goes to…
18. And the award for the cutest nails of the season goes to…
We simply can’t get enough of these adorable gnome nails! The green and gold combo is giving us some serious nail envy.
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We hope these Christmas nail designs have inspired you to produce your own fabulous creations. From bright, metallic reds and glamourous greens, to nude, snowy looks and pretty pinks, these festive designs are bound to give your clients the nails they’ve been dreaming of this Christmas. Spread the festive cheer and sleigh the season with these joyous nails that deserve a spot on all our wish lists.
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