I’ve been sooo obsessed with blue nails for this winter )and all winter tbh)! Had to make this big list of my absolute faves for you.
Blue is the best winter color in my opinion because it reminds you of ice and snow, it has the winter appropriate ‘coolness’, if you will, and it goes perfectly together with white which is of course another important color for winter nail art.
You can do light blues or dark ones, we’ve got a bit of everything in this list. There’s 44 designs here and I think I love them all!
1. Classic Icy Blue
This one’s super easy. Just paint your nails icy blue, the mix it up with a solid white nail or two, and a cute snowflake and your done. Looks like frozen glass which is pretty. Simple but really winter-y.
2. Navy Blue with Gold Flakes
Navy is so elegant. Gold flakes make it fancy. The way the gold sparkles is really nice and it looks expensive even though it’s not.
3. Baby Blue French Tips
French tips are classic but I use baby blue instead of white for the tips and also mix it with some solid blue nails. Finally add some wintery snoflakes – it’s different than regular french nails. Goes with everything you wear too.
4. Midnight Blue Glitter Ombre
So this starts dark and then it fades into milky white base. Reminds me of stars at night in winter. Ombre looks hard but it’s actually not that hard to do. The Abstract design on top looks almost like stars or constellations in the night sky – adorable.
5. Icy Blue Glacier Nails
I love glacier nails right now. Shifting shades of icy blue is so subtle and looks amazing when its short nails. It’s soft and pretty, like your looking at snow through a window.
6. Dark Blue Chrome
Chrome nails are the coolest! This dark blue/plum chrome is shiny and metallic and almost looks like a galaxy on your nails. Changes colors when the light hits it different ways.
7. Different Blue Shades with Intricate Snowflakes
Snowflakes are perfect for winter obviously. Paint your nails different shades of light blue and add one navy blue accent nail, then add large intricate white snowflakes. You can do all your nails or just one if you want.
8. Steel Blue with Frenchies
Steel blue is on the darker/muted/dusty side but still works for winter somehow. I like it when everything outside is gray and sad – it matches the vibe. Bright French tips will make you feel better.
9. Elegant Blue Winter Nails
these square nails look like ice or frozen water when you do dark + pale blue combo and white blizzard with snowflakes. The pattern is really pretty. Each nail looks different (unique like a snowflake!) which I think is cool.
10. Muted Blue with Rhinestones
Muted blue glittery polish has this subtle velvety shimmer in it so it’s kind of unique on its own. Add rhinestones in funky geometric line designs if you want sparkle. Fancy but you can still wear it everyday.
11. Steel Blue with Snowman
Almond shape makes everything look fancy trendy and cute. Steel blue isn’t too bright or too dark. Really versatile and professional if you need that for work. Then add in fun whimsical accent like a snowman, snowflakes and a plaid nail.
12. Sky Blue with Silver Tips
This is like the cool sister of French tips. Your base for nails is sky blue and the tips are silver chrome on the accent nails. Looks fresh and clean like winter clouds.
13. Royal Blue with Swirls
Stiletto nails are dramatic. Royal blue makes them even more dramatic. But the swirly design softens the look – maybe not everyones thing for winter but it definitely works as a simple winter design if that’s what you want.
14. Bright Blue Glitter
This blue glitter is brighter than most blues but the pale blue makes it balanced and not too over the top. Fun and sparkly. Good if you don’t want cheerful winter nails.
15. Bold Blue and Gold Botanicals
Botanical stuff always looks cool especially painted in metallic gold. Navy with white gradient is really chic as a base. You can do thin lines of leaves or thicker ones – go as bold or subtle as you like.
16. Pale Blue with Black Snowflakes
When you cant decide between blue and white just do your nails pale blue and white ombre. Black snowflakes makes the base look amazing and creates really cool contrast.
17. Electric Blue Winter Nails
Winter nails look good with a bit of bright colors. Electric blue is so fun and punchy and goes well with a lighter, more pastel shade of blue. Perfect if your into bright and fun designs.
18. Dark Denim Blue with Matte Finish
Denim blue is that jean color, but here we make it the dark denim blue. Matte topcoat makes it look really cool and different, especially with the 3D line nail art (all you need is some acrylic powder). Casual but put together at the same time.
19. Icy Blue with Snowy Glitter Tips
This combines icy blue and glitter which are both perfect for winter. White polka dots and snowflakes on the tips adds that wintry vibe. Like your nails are frosted over.
20. Dusty Blue Nails with Shimmery Accent
Dusty blue is more muted. Looks elegant on these almond nails. Trendy shade but not too loud design for people who don’t like crazy nail art ideas.
21. Blue Holographic
Holographic shimmer here is literally magical-looking. Navy blue base color with holographic finish has rainbows and sparkle. Eye-catching but in a totally good way not a bad ‘too much’ kind of way.
22. Dark Blue Ombre with Snowflakes
Deep dark blue ombre looks real sophisticated. Snowy tips make it even more fun and trendy. This is both for special occasions but its gorgeous for everyday wearing too, and catches light so beautifully.
23. Pastel Blue with Lareg Flakes
Polka dots and large snowflakes are so cute on this pastel blue – somehow kind of retro and basic but still works now. Playful without looking like too much. Simple and it works.
24. Blue and Pink Glitter Winter Nails
Baby blue and pastel pink glitter combo is really sophisticated. Don’t add too much art just keep it simple. Sometimes the color is pretty enough by itself.
25. Bright Blue with Gold Foil Accent
Do bright blue and white gradient on all your nails except one which will be navy blue for some nice contrast and then add gold foil detail on that nail for some bling. Ties it to winter without making every nail detailed. I think accent nail design is really smart here and makes the look stand out.
26. Stunning Bold Blue Gradient
Bold blue is a really pretty color to use in gradient. Do super dark at the tip and going lighter at the cuticles. Gradients always look so elegant and is always professional too.
27. Bold Blue Geometric Design
Geometric patterns are trendy and this is simple enough to recreate by yourself. Mix bold blue and milky white/neutral base in all kinds of geometric shapes or lines or whatever. Looks modern and artsy.
28. Arctic Blue with Glitter Accent Nail
Arctic blue is super pale and icy. Keep most nails that color and do one silver glitter nail. The contrast makes them both look better. Polar bear for extra cuteness and charm!
29. Blue Ombre to White
Start with blue at the tip and fade to milky white at the base. Looks like ice or the sky in winter. Ombres are always pretty, especially combined with high contrast details on top.
30. Deep Galaxy Blue Shimmer
Shimmery galaxy blue is really deep and bold, shifting colors depending on the position and light. Moody and dramatic for winter. Just one color but looks like a million.
31. Baby Blue Chrome
Do blue chrome then put matte or glossy topcoat over it dependign on mood. Creates this super wintry icy cool effect thats metallic and flat. Different from what everyone else does.
32. Powder Blue with Silver Botanicals
Silver botanicals on powder blue base makes very elegant and understated patterns, almost like a wallpaper or a painting. Silver catches light different too. Really artsy and will go with many outfits as the color is so low-key.
33. Blue Gradient with Iridescent Shimmer
These fun blue gradient nails with iridescent finish are very winter-y and go great with simpler white designs. Snowflakes tie it all together super well. Pretty and delicate if you want something subtle.
34. Starry Night with Dark Blue
Deep navy blue is that one specific shade that always looks mysterious. Then the silver stars make it look even more celestial – pretty and trendy. Makes me happy and its perfect because its a cool color/vibe.
35. Polar Bears and Snowflakes
Polar bears with little blue scarves is so cozy! Blue and white snowflakes gives even more winter vibes. Harder to do but looks impressive when you get it right.
36. Metallic Frenchies with Blue Base
Deep blue polish with metallic French tips that look super shiny and reflective. Bold and definitely stands out. The metallic makes it feel more special – it’s a look people will notice.
37. Dusty Blue with Snowflakes
White intricate flakes on blue dusty ombre look like frost in the window. Elegant and wintery. Not too literal with winter stuff like snowflakes.
38. Short Pastel Blue with Snowflake Tips
This light blue is sophisticated and versatile choice. It works great on short nails – professional for work but still interesting. Great if you need conservative but don’t want boring.
39. Blue Negative Space Design
Negative space uses your real nail as part of the design. Dark blue with parts showing through looks cool whereas matte finish brings some softness to the edgy look. Trendy and makes nails look interesting.
40. Pale Blue with Swirls
Light blue polish swirls with white accents – a very simple yet cute designs that’s hard to emss it up. With this icy blue it looks winter-ready but also very practical. Sometimes simple is the unique choice and not everyone goes for it.
41. Blue and Silver Abstract Art
Abstract ornament nail art is popular right now. Bold blues with silver details in fun patterns. Every nail can be different, just have fun with painting some shapes.
42. Cornflower Blue with Minimal Snowflakes
Cornflower blue is medium/on the light side, Wearable everyday but still special. Sometimes a perfect middle shade is all you need.
43. Short Blue Glitter Nails
Short nails don’t need to be boring – bring some bling to your look and it instantly looks chic. Light blue glitter polish catches the light beautifully attracting the eye. Soft and ethereal and really pretty.
44. Muted Blue with Silver Leaves
Muted blue with silver accent is elegant and pretty on short or long nails, totally up to you. Perfect for low key vibes. Botanical nail art is more interesting in shimmery silver polish and looks good on Instagram.