However, no rule says wecan’twear vibrant shades and vivid nail art in the cooler months.
Ahead, we’re sharing 20 of our favorite colorful winter manicures that will surely warm up your look.
Multi-Colored Matte
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This manicure is far from dark and vampy, featuringcolorful matte polishes.
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The rainbow of dusky cool tones makes this mix-and-match winter set work for colder weather.
The shimmerypurple baselooks likevelvet, while the golden center adds extra flair to these avant-garde nails.
Pink Chrome
drop your “soft girl era” with prettypink chrome nails.
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Plus, pink pairs perfectly with winter whites.
All Red French
Nothing screams winter manicure quite likered nails.
A layer of glitter top coat ties the whole look together.
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Perfectly Mismatched
Mismatched nailscontinue to be a popular manicure trend.
To pull it off perfectly, opt for a mix of textures, colors, and finishes.
Here, metallics, gold, jelly polish, and glitter combine for an unexpected wintry look.
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Elevated Chrome Shimmer
We’ve seen so many iterations of the chrome manicure over the years.
At first, it was all about adding a subtle metallic sheen to the nails.
Now, the iridescent mani has evolved, and it’s bolder than ever.
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These brightly-colored nails meld color and glitter together for a stunning look.
Combining bold, contrasting colors gives the design a funky feel with a bit of ’70s nostalgia.
Pink and Red Skittle Nails
This set gives theSkittle manicurea major upgrade.
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Featuring various shades of red and pink, this gradient set is bound to stand out.
Berry Ombre
For this ombre manicure, pair bright red polish with a deep navy shade.
The way the colors fade into each other on each nail creates a cool airbrushed effect.
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This shade (and its iridescent finish) lends a magical and ethereal feel to the nails.
The dark berry base and soft, light pink center pair perfectly together.
Complete your look with a coat of glittery polish and seasonal nail art (likesnowflakes).
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Outfit your mismatched mani with silver chrome, ombre, and dew drop detailing to really embrace theY2K vibes.
To create this fun yet sophisticated look, top your nude polish with blue glittery swirls.
Chocolate-Dipped Strawberry Nails
For more of a neutral moment, pair shimmerybrown nailswith light pink ones.
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The two-tone manicure is simply striking.
Colorful Abstract
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Negative space nailscan easily be tailored to the season.
Here, brightly colored swirls and outlines are paired against a neutral beige base for an abstract feel.
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