18 Wintery Velvet Nail Ideas for a Plushy Manicure
Velvet is one of those textiles that exude luxury. It's because of this that we're so glad the fabric finish has translated to nails. Using glittery, semi-metallic polish helps you instantly achieve a luxe finish that looks just like the fuzzy material. While this design looks stunning year-round, it's an incredibly fitting manicure idea for winter. Ahead, you'll find 18 velvet nail looks perfect for the festive and chilly months.
01 Sheer Winter Velvet Nails
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Let this be a prime example of how beautiful velvet nails can be and how little effort they require.
This pink and plum velvet swirl nail look reminds us of a festive version of Jennifer Garner's 13 Going on 30 dress. Given the various colors and swirls, this is one nail look that will be best achieved at the salon.
Blue and champagne velvet nails look great on their own and together. For a festive glam nail look, go with champagne. For a cool finish, opt for blue.
If you love the idea of red velvet nails but are hoping for even more festive flair, add a few snowflakes to the mix. As intricate as these look, you can create them with a micro nail-dotting tool and your favorite white polish.
If you love a literal nail design, this sweater-inspired mani will fit your fancy. It's an incredibly on-trend winter manicure, thanks to its dual-finish, matte-velvet appeal.
Let it be known that snowflakes look beautiful on blue velvet nails, too. If you prefer classic nail designs, consider opting for decorated French tips instead of fully-decked-out nails.
Black velvet might make you think of Halloween, but with a change in perspective, you might realize it's like the LBD of manicures. You can't go wrong with a dark mani, especially during the colder months of the year.