Red nails are a holiday-season staple—and for good reason! Whether you love shimmering glitter, cute Christmas accents, or sleek glossy finishes, red Christmas nails instantly add festive charm to any look. From bold statement designs to soft, elegant details, these ideas will inspire your next holiday manicure and keep your nails shining all season long.
Matte Red Snowfall & Glitter Combo
This festive look features short, square nails in a bold Christmas red. The thumb and pinky stay matte, the index nail glows with red glitter, and the middle and ring fingers show off white snowflakes and tiny dots over a velvety red base.
Ruby Red Holiday Shimmer
Almond-shaped nails glow in a deep ruby shade with sparkling flakes throughout. The glossy finish gives the perfect winter shine, ideal for a magical holiday manicure.
Sparkling Red French Tips
This set puts a Christmas twist on the French manicure—long, pointed nails with a nude base and bright red glitter tips. The glossy finish makes it effortlessly chic and festive.
Minimalist Festive Red
These square nails feature a glossy red on most fingers, while the ring finger pops in white with gold diagonal stripes. A perfect simple yet stylish Christmas detail.
Cozy Cable Knit Red Nails
Long, matte almond nails in deep red steal the show here. Two accent nails stand out: one with a 3D knit pattern and another with a white Scandinavian-inspired design for a warm winter vibe.
Classic Red Holiday Charm
Square nails are coated in bright red, with the middle and ring fingers decorated in white and silver Christmas art—one with a holiday ornament and one with a minimalist Christmas tree topped with a red star.
Elegant Red French Almonds
Almond-shaped nails feature a sheer nude base and glossy red tips. A tiny gold glitter accent at the cuticle adds a soft, elegant holiday sparkle.
Bold Red with Champagne Accent
This manicure showcases long, almond-shaped nails in vibrant red, paired with a champagne-glitter accent nail for a simple yet festive pop.
Festive 3D Sweater & Glitter Fade
Deep, glossy red almond nails are paired with a 3D sweater-textured middle nail and a silver-to-red glitter ombré on the pinky for a fun, textured holiday look.
Red Glitter & Gift Ribbon Accent
Square nails shine in glossy red. The index nail is covered in red glitter, while the middle nail features a white gift and bow design—perfect for the gift-giving season.
Minimal Gold Christmas Tree Accent
Bright red square nails are paired with a nude accent nail featuring a tiny gold Christmas tree—an understated yet festive detail.
Snowflake & Polka Dot Holiday Nails
Square nails in bright red are complemented by two white-accent designs: one with a delicate snowflake and another with cheerful polka dots.
Red Christmas Star Tree Nails
Glossy red square nails pair with a center nail featuring a wavy white Christmas tree topped with a star, while the ring nail is ivory with scattered gold stars for a touch of holiday magic.
Santa, Snowflakes & Tree Art
Glossy red and white square nails come to life with hand-painted festive art: a Christmas tree, Santa’s face, and snowflakes with tiny dots.
Candy Cane Holiday Glam
Long, almond-shaped nails are coated in red glitter, while accent nails show candy cane stripes and snowy white glitter for the ultimate Christmas treat.
Red & White Glitter Frost Fade
These long, square nails feature a red-to-white glitter ombré, blending holiday red with sparkling snowy white for a magical frosty effect.
Ruby Red Glitter & Polar Bear Accent
Almond-shaped nails glow in ruby red glitter, while the middle nail features an adorable white polar bear with a red scarf—cute and festive for the winter season.
