Winter comes amply sprinkled in snow and aesthetic references—and the best winter nail designs embody them all. “Whenever winter rolls around, I always think of deep colors, and also metallics,” says nail artist Stephanie Stone . “And, of course, you can never go wrong with a deep red mani. Always timeless and classic every year!”

The world is truly your winter manicure oyster. There are sparkly, light-throwing manicures, moody hues, and all of the reds, unique finishes and textures (and a garden of greens) set this winter's nail art apart.

“I anticipate seeing a lot of the velvet nail trend, which can be achieved with a magnet gel or polish,” says Stone. “This look can be in any color range and looks sparkly from some angles and solid in others, depending on the lighting.” Cool tones,

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