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Purpleis a staple manicure color year-round.

However, this winter season is all about plum.

The deeper hue matches the moodier tone of winter while still feeling chic and elevated.

Hand folded in with an exposed white knit sweater with dark plum almond nails

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Ahead, explore 15 plum nail ideasperfect for Decemberand beyond.

Glazed Plum Nails

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Another easy way to elevate plum nails?

Opt for aglazed finish.

Glossy Plum Nails - Byrdie Plum Nail Ideas

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It’s chic, cool, and easy to DIY with a sponge applicator.

For a more chunky end look, consider a holographic plumglitter manicure.

The color is slightly brighter but still feels seasonal and sophisticated.

Bejeweled Cuticles - Byrdie Plum Nail Ideas

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Plum Cat Eye Nails

Cat eye designsmake for seriously stunning manicures, no matter the color.

That said, we especially like the looks of plum for the dead of winter.

It’s cool and cozy all at once.

Glazed Plum Nails - Byrdie Plum Nail Ideas

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To recreate this look for yourself, see to it to reach for a magnetic polish.

Plum Cloud Nails

An extra dark shade of plum is almost reminiscent of the night sky.

Consider layering your glossy manicure withfluffy white cloudsto reflect a dreamy mood.

Plum Aura Nails - Byrdie Plum Nail Ideas

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Solid Plum Nails

Winter is the perfect season to sport extra dark hues.

Some plum polishes are so deep they border on blackin the best way possible.

The crisp lines and contrast of color come together to create a wintery, yet veryArt Decovibe.

Holographic Plum Glitter Nails - Byrdie Plum Nail Ideas

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Simply start with a solid plum base, then smudge a white polish across each nail.

To create the dainty marble veins, use an ultra-thin nail brush to trace along your design.

We especially love how this design incorporates other trendy hues like lilac,mauve, and burgundy.

3D Plum Nails - Byrdie Plum Nail Ideas

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Plum Swirl Nails

Swirl manicuresare chic and easy to DIY.

Fill in the rest with your purple polish and finish with a glossy top coat.

That said, if you want an even more statement-making nail look, avelvet finishis the way to go.

Berry Plum Nails - Byrdie Plum Nail Ideas

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We’re mesmerized by this magical mani, complete with little whitestarbursts.

Plum Cat Eye Nails - Byrdie Plum Nail Ideas

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Plum Cloud Nails - Byrdie Plum Nail Ideas

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Solid Plum Nails - Byrdie Plum Nail Ideas

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Plum Color Block Nails - Byrdie Plum Nail Ideas

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Plum Marble Nails - Byrdie Plum Nail Ideas

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Plum Skittle Nails - Byrdie Plum Nail Ideas

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Plum Swirl Nails - Byrdie Plum Nail Ideas

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Velvet Plum Aura Nails - Byrdie Plum Nail Ideas

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