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Use: Sally Hansen I Heart Nail Art Pen in Black, $6 ulta.com; Deborah Lippmann Gel Lab Pro Nail Polish in Great Balls of Fire, $20 sephora.com; Kiko Cosmetics White French Manicure Pen, $11 kikocosmetics.com
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@Glow_factory's Santa hat inscription is reminiscent of a vintage Claus. We can appreciate the usage of subtle red and white pigments, rather than colors all aglow, because the spirit of St. Nick is a gentle one; that of a jolly man making the wishes of little children come true — not a fashion statement.
More: 9 Metallic Nail Polishes to Fancy Your Mani
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@Glow_factory's Santa hat inscription is reminiscent of a vintage Claus. We can appreciate the usage of subtle red and white pigments, rather than colors all aglow, because the spirit of St. Nick is a gentle one; that of a jolly man making the wishes of little children come true — not a fashion statement.
More: 9 Metallic Nail Polishes to Fancy Your Mani
Peppermint Border via @chalkboardnails
Use: Formula X The Colors Nail Polish in Pyrotechnic, $11 sephora.com; NARS Nail Polish in Ecume, $20 sephora.com
[post_ads]Crafting a candy-cane mani doesn't have to result in red fingernails with sloppy white stripes. Rather than going full-blown minty mani, freshen-up white nail polish with a red-tacked border. @Chalkboardnails does this beautifully, with an impressive precision and evenness that puts every peppermint manufacturer to shame. We do, however, strongly advise nail biters to stay clear of the design as temptation to bite may linger.
[post_ads]Crafting a candy-cane mani doesn't have to result in red fingernails with sloppy white stripes. Rather than going full-blown minty mani, freshen-up white nail polish with a red-tacked border. @Chalkboardnails does this beautifully, with an impressive precision and evenness that puts every peppermint manufacturer to shame. We do, however, strongly advise nail biters to stay clear of the design as temptation to bite may linger.
Nail Ornaments via @kaitlinferland
Use: Essie Nail Polish in Vested Interest, $9 amazon.com; Sinful Colors Nail Polish in Gold Dust, $2 walmart.com; JINsoon Nail Lacquer in Kookie White, $18 nordstrom.com; Marc Jacobs Beauty Enamored Hi-Shine Nail Polish, $18 sephora.com
Sometime between the nude-nail phenomenon and "100 layers of polish" challenge, it became socially acceptable to hang miniature ornaments from your nails (it's called a nail dangle, and it is as weird as you'd imagine), but we'd much rather paint them on for the holidays. These precious little bulbs by @kaitlinferland are a simple way to spruce up standard Christmas colors, so if you're not feeling the green base, swap for red and draw on green décor instead!
Sometime between the nude-nail phenomenon and "100 layers of polish" challenge, it became socially acceptable to hang miniature ornaments from your nails (it's called a nail dangle, and it is as weird as you'd imagine), but we'd much rather paint them on for the holidays. These precious little bulbs by @kaitlinferland are a simple way to spruce up standard Christmas colors, so if you're not feeling the green base, swap for red and draw on green décor instead!
Hoola for the Holidays via @karengnails
Use: Formula X The Colors Nail Polish in Ignite, $20 amazon.com; Marc Jacobs Beauty Enamored Hi-Shine Nail Polish, $18 sephora.com
Hoola is bae, so naturally a mani inspired by the all-encompassing bronzer would follow suit. We're obsessed with how to the detail this @karengnails polished look is in comparison to benefit's packaging. Deep mauve works past the holidays too, so if you've got your Christmas polishes already picked out, keep this look in mind come New Year's or Valentine's Day.
Hoola is bae, so naturally a mani inspired by the all-encompassing bronzer would follow suit. We're obsessed with how to the detail this @karengnails polished look is in comparison to benefit's packaging. Deep mauve works past the holidays too, so if you've got your Christmas polishes already picked out, keep this look in mind come New Year's or Valentine's Day.
Gingerbread Mani via @kellimarissa
Use: O.P.I. Nail Lacquer in Alpine Snow, $10 macys.com; China Glaze Nail Lacquer with Hardeners in What's She Dune?, $8 ulta.com; Essie Nail Polish in Partner in Crime, $9 amazon.com; Essie Nail Polish in Fierce, No Fear $9 beautyplussalon.com
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No matter what holiday you're celebrating this season Gingerbread men are essential. They make for ah-dorable décor on your dining room table, taste delicious (icing eyes and buttons!), and now we're convinced these spicy, bald men make for a pretty cute nail decal. We won't tell if you cheat with stickers, or if your skill set requires a stencil; take @kellimarissa's initiative and pair with a couple of polka dots, or experiment with stripes!
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No matter what holiday you're celebrating this season Gingerbread men are essential. They make for ah-dorable décor on your dining room table, taste delicious (icing eyes and buttons!), and now we're convinced these spicy, bald men make for a pretty cute nail decal. We won't tell if you cheat with stickers, or if your skill set requires a stencil; take @kellimarissa's initiative and pair with a couple of polka dots, or experiment with stripes!
Chic-y Clause via @jessicawashick
Use: O.P.I. Infinite Shine 2 Icons Nail Lacquer in I'm Not Really a Waitress, $13 ulta.com; China Glaze Nail Lacquer with Hardeners in White On White, $8 ulta.com; Marc Jacobs Beauty Enamored Hi-Shine Nail Polish in Blacquer, $18 sephora.com
Pay tribute to the man in red with @jessicawashick's classy tips. Even if you stopped believing long ago, or just don't celebrate Christmas, this look is perfect to give winter-weathered hands a makeover. Brace yourself for free fingers, because with a manicure this pristine, who wants to wear gloves?
Pay tribute to the man in red with @jessicawashick's classy tips. Even if you stopped believing long ago, or just don't celebrate Christmas, this look is perfect to give winter-weathered hands a makeover. Brace yourself for free fingers, because with a manicure this pristine, who wants to wear gloves?
Mini Celebration via @dulllikeglitter
Use: Smith & Cult Nail Polish in Regret the Moon, $18 neimanmarcus.com; Smith & Cult Nail Polish in Psycho Candy , $18 saksfifthavenue.com
[post_ads]Another sweets-inspired nail design, these tips from @dulllikeglitter are easy to DIY. We love when a minimalist aesthetic makes a significant impact, especially when you may not have time to sit down and throw together a mani masterpiece. You've got the green light to copy the look when the clock strikes midnight on Thanksgiving, a subtle but sure hint that you'll be the girl to blast Christmas music now until New Year's.
[post_ads]Another sweets-inspired nail design, these tips from @dulllikeglitter are easy to DIY. We love when a minimalist aesthetic makes a significant impact, especially when you may not have time to sit down and throw together a mani masterpiece. You've got the green light to copy the look when the clock strikes midnight on Thanksgiving, a subtle but sure hint that you'll be the girl to blast Christmas music now until New Year's.
Christmas With Bumble via @stephstonenails
Use: O.P.I. Washington D.C. Nail Lacquer Collection in Stay Off the Lawn!, $8 walmart.com; ULTA Salon Formula Nail Lacquer in Snow White, $6 ulta.com; NARS Iconic Color Nail Polish in Jungle Red, $20 nordstrom.com; O.P.I. Soft Shades Nail Lacquer in It's A Boy!, $10 ulta.com
Shedding some light on another Christmas icon this season, @stephstonenails is showing Bumble some love. He may cause mayhem for Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, but this is one Abominable Snow Monster we've got a soft spot for (maybe it's the holiday spirit!). The unexpected statement nail is a unique switch up from go-to glitter polish, so we're giving Steph an A for originality!
Shedding some light on another Christmas icon this season, @stephstonenails is showing Bumble some love. He may cause mayhem for Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, but this is one Abominable Snow Monster we've got a soft spot for (maybe it's the holiday spirit!). The unexpected statement nail is a unique switch up from go-to glitter polish, so we're giving Steph an A for originality!
