35 Best Winter Nail Colors to Try This Year
Winter is coming—for our manicures, that is. Even before the leaves hit the ground, we’re ready to swap out our bright shades for winter nail colors. Moody shades reign supreme for the season, and while we love to revisit our favorite dark manis every year, the best winter nail colors of 2025 have some serious range.
Which nail colors are in for winter 2025?
“I always come back to deep reds and soft neutrals, but I’ve been into those cool, cozy shades lately like cloudy greys, milky taupes, and barely there blue,” Juli Russell, a manicurist and DIY nail expert for Sally Beauty tells Glamour. “They look polished without trying too hard. Anything that gives that soft sweater feel is in my winter rotation.” If you prefer a glitztier mani, you’re also in luck: “In winter, the holidays inspire a bit of sparkle, so shades like I’m Not Really a Waitress and My Private Jet can add some extra shine,” Lia Smith, North America brand education manager for OPI says.
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What we’re wearing…
Winter is the time to hunker down and make some extra time for self-care—which makes it the perfect season to perfect your at-home manicure game. To get you started, we enlisted Glamour editors, friends, and nail polish enthusiasts to share the shades they can’t wait to wear this season. Ahead, you’ll find…
- Our favorite winter nail polish colors, from festive to moody to crisp neutrals
- Answers to FAQs about winter nail shades and at-home nail care for the season
