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Perhaps the most appealing of all, though, is the opportunity to create festive nail designs.

Whatever you decide, we’re sure you’ll get a lot of compliments.

Red and gold holiday manicure

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The ruby-red polish looks divine paired with gold nail accessories.

You don’t have to go so bold with the nail jewelrya few golden additions will work just fine.

We love how this matte wine color looks with shimmer gold foil and a thin black horizontal stripe.

Maroon red and gold-dipped alternating nails with thin black stripe accents

@thenailboxxchi

The overall effect is textured and intricate to look at, but it’s beyond simple to create.

Red and Gold Negative Space

@melanated.mani

We’re obsessed with thisnegative-space manicure.

Some white snowflake decals make it even more bright and fabulous!

Negative space nails with gold diagonal section and red dividing line

@melanated.mani

There is no such thing as too much!"

Once you’re done, your nails will officially look like a Christmas present.

Gold Glitter Tips

Use accent nails to get your glitter on.

Holiday acrylic manicure with red and white patterns and green glitter nails with gold details

@anastasia.totty

We suggest Essie’s Metallics Nail Polish.

But the deep, shimmering gold guarantees these digits a welcome invitation to any holiday gathering.

Plus this nail look goes so well with gold jewelry.

Red and gold plaid nails

@vanityprojects

Red Negative Space with Gold Stripe

This shiny modern manicure uses negative space to its advantage.

It’s like taking a trip to FAO Schwarz right before Christmas.

Looking for the perfect red polish?

Half-red nails, half-French manicure with gold glitter ombre tips

@thenailboxxchi

Totty recommends LeChat’sLittle Red Dress.

Gold Foil Edges

Think you’ve seen every possible way to use gold foil?

Think again and feast your eyes on this candy apple red and gold accent set.

Red, gold, and white abstract nail design on clear background

@thenailboxxchi

We’re all for it.

Use a circle stencil to nail a crisp curve just above the cuticle.

We’re especially loving how elegant the design is on long, oval nails.

Red manicure with gold foil marble accent nails

@thenailboxxchi

We’d be into this style any time of year, but it works especially well for the holidays.

Flecks of Gold

@jinsoon

Half-moon manis are at it again.

Golden flecks give these red nails an extra cheerful and sparkly tone.

Red negative space V-shaped nails with central vertical gold stripe

@vanityprojects

Get this look using theEncore Collectionby Jinsoon.

This hyper-saturated, deep red gets added emphasis from a golden sheen over top.

Get the velvety look with a few coats of Dear Santa from ILNP.

Red nails with gold foil edges

@thenailboxxchi

Gold and Red Stars

Yes, Snoopy and Woodstock also make an appearance on this themed design.

What else would you expect with a holiday-themed manicure?

Honestly, the red and gold outlined stars are just as eye-catching as our favorite Peanuts pets.

Negative space manicure with gold and red corner stripes

@paintboxnails

Striped Gold

Who said you’re able to’t mix matte and glossy nails?

For the glossy ones, amp up the festivity with shiny vertical gold stripes.

Use tape to get extra straight and crisp lines.

Red manicure with negative-space half moons with small gold studs

@imarninails

If you want to freehand the stripes, Totty recommends LeChat’s Dual Sided Tool Liner.

Moon and Stars

Pay homage to the twinkling holiday night sky with these glittery starstruck nails.

Ombre the nail with a gold-to-red glitter transition and top with star-themed nail charms.

Red manicure with gold speckling

@melanated.mani

Here, the artist is using Cirque Colors Celestial Charms.

Plus, add gold foil detailing on top for maximum elegance.

Sparkle Tips

@oliveandjune

Paint each nail a sparkling color like the manicure seen here.

Red-orange nails with gold foil accents

@paragonnails

Plus,silverand white get to have their well-deserved moments here, too.

And the best part?

You won’t have to have a go at paint a single star.

French manicure with gold foil details and red cranberry designs

@vanityprojects

Just look how fancy the deep wine red is with shimmering gold.

Get the exact look using Essie’s Nailed It and Good As Gold.

Wire Nails

@betina_goldstein

Holiday-inspired nails don’t have to be a huge statement.

Red nails with gold flecks and negative space half-moons

@jinsoon

Instead, stick to a super minimalist and intriguing look.

Be sure to use extra sparkles.

Long, pointy red acrylic nails with subtle golden shimmer

@trillanails

Red star manicure with gold border and Snoopy and Woodstock accent nails

@vanityprojects

Muted red gradient nails with gold stripe details

@thenailboxxchi

Red and gold gradient sparkle nails with moon and star charms

@melanated.mani

Merlot red nails with gold fleck accents

@paintboxnails

Heart-tipped manicure with gold stud accents

@nails_and_soul

Silver, white, red, and gold nails

@oliveandjune

Oxblood red and glittery gold manicure

@cosmetic.doll

Minimalist nails with gold wire at cuticle and thin red French tip

@betina_goldstein

Red manicure with gold tinsel design and colorful ornaments

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