{"id":1695734,"date":"2025-12-24T12:05:00","date_gmt":"2025-12-24T09:05:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=1695734"},"modified":"2025-12-24T12:05:00","modified_gmt":"2025-12-24T09:05:00","slug":"20-winter-nail-ideas-for-a-flawless-cozy-season-manicure","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=1695734","title":{"rendered":"20 Winter Nail Ideas For a Flawless Cozy-Season Manicure"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><main id=\"main_1-0\" class=\"comp main mntl-block\" data-tracking-container=\"true\"><\/p>\n<article id=\"beauty-article_1-0\" class=\"comp beauty-article mntl-article mntl-article--two-column-right-rail sc-ad-container\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<div class=\"loc article-header\">\n<div id=\"article-header_1-0\" class=\"comp article-header mntl-block article-top\">\n<h1 id=\"article-heading_1-0\" class=\"comp article-heading mntl-text-block\">20 Winter Nail Ideas For a Flawless Cozy-Season Manicure<\/h1>\n<div id=\"article-meta_1-0\" class=\"comp article-meta mntl-article-meta mntl-block\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<div id=\"bylines_1-0\" class=\"comp bylines beauty-bylines mntl-bylines\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<div id=\"mntl-bylines__group_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-bylines__group mntl-block mntl-bylines__group--author\">\n<div id=\"mntl-bylines__item_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-bylines__item mntl-attribution__item mntl-attribution__item--has-date\"><span class=\"mntl-attribution__item-descriptor\">By<\/span><\/p>\n<div data-tooltip=\"Eden Stuart is an editor at Byrdie. She covers all beauty and wellness topics, with a special emphasis on makeup, skincare, and haircare.\" data-inline-tooltip=\"true\"> Eden Stuart<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip mntl-tooltip mntl-group\">\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__top \">\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__image-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" alt=\"Eden Stuart\" class=\"lazyload mntl-author-tooltip__image mntl-image universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/eden-e40802ae8c3d4889b0edb54cb8b41347-1.webp\" title=\"eden-e40802ae8c3d4889b0edb54cb8b41347-1\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/eden-e40802ae8c3d4889b0edb54cb8b41347-1.webp\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-author-tooltip__image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"Eden Stuart\" title=\"eden-e40802ae8c3d4889b0edb54cb8b41347-1\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip__name_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip__name mntl-attribution__item \">\nEden Stuart\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__bio\">\nEden Stuart is an editor at Byrdie. She covers all beauty and wellness topics, with a special emphasis on makeup, skincare, and haircare.\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__bottom\">\nByrdie&#8217;s Editorial Guidelines\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-attribution__item-date\">Published on December 24, 2025 07:05AM<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"loc article-content\">\n<div id=\"article__broad-video-jw_1-0\" class=\"comp article__broad-video-jw mntl-jwplayer-broad mntl-block is-hidden\" data-pixel-depth=\"100\">\n<div id=\"mntl-jwplayer-broad__title_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-jwplayer-broad__title mntl-block\"><button id=\"mntl-jwplayer-broad__title-icon--close_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-jwplayer-broad__title-icon--close mntl-block text-label-100\" data-click-tracked=\"false\"><span id=\"mntl-text-block_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-text-block\">Close<\/span><\/button><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-block_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-block article__body right-rail\">\n<div id=\"list-sc_1-0\" class=\"comp list-sc mntl-block\">\n<figure id=\"mntl-universal-primary-image_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-universal-primary-image primary-image\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<div class=\"primary-image__media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/winter-nail-ideas-1ed119a5f7ab451f81ba43e46bea2c26-2.webp\" width=\"2100\" height=\"1500\" alt=\"A hand with manicured nails painted in a dark color\" class=\" primary-image__image mntl-primary-image--blurry\" title=\"winter-nail-ideas-1ed119a5f7ab451f81ba43e46bea2c26-2\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/winter-nail-ideas-1ed119a5f7ab451f81ba43e46bea2c26-2.webp\" width=\"2100\" height=\"1500\" class=\"loaded primary-img--noscript primary-image__image mntl-primary-image--blurry\" alt=\"A hand with manicured nails painted in a dark color\" title=\"winter-nail-ideas-1ed119a5f7ab451f81ba43e46bea2c26-2\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"primary-image__figcap_1-0\" class=\"comp primary-image__figcap mntl-figure-caption figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@gelcare \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div id=\"article-intro_1-0\" class=\"comp article-intro mntl-block\">\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Heat the cocoa and unfurl those blankets: Winter is upon us. While the chilly (sometimes frigid) weather often makes us want to cozy up at home, winter is also <em>the<\/em> season for festivities. Many major holidays\u2014including Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, New Year&#8217;s Eve, and Valentine&#8217;s Day\u2014are celebrated during the winter months, and with the holidays come holiday dinners, brunches, parties, and gatherings of all sorts. So, many of us are looking to get our digits in f\u00eate-ing form.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"><strong>Need a little winter mani inspo? We&#8217;ve got you covered. Scroll on for 20 of our favorite winter nail ideas.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc__content_1-0\" class=\"comp list-sc__content mntl-sc-page mntl-block\" data-sc-sticky-offset=\"125\" data-sc-ad-label-height=\"15\" data-sc-ad-track-spacing=\"100\" data-sc-min-track-height=\"250\" data-sc-max-track-height=\"600\" data-sc-breakpoint=\"50em\" data-sc-load-immediate=\"5\" data-sc-content-positions=\"[1, 1250, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1]\" data-bind-scroll-on-start=\"true\">\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_1-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_1-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">01<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 20<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_1-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Break the Ice <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_4-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--full-width figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" alt=\"a white mismatched manicure with builder gel and chrome details\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_1-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/458921945_1094465108781244_3477164885974673655_n-b3b7b84e6472412eb012dfda4d93366e.webp\" title=\"458921945_1094465108781244_3477164885974673655_n-b3b7b84e6472412eb012dfda4d93366e\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/458921945_1094465108781244_3477164885974673655_n-b3b7b84e6472412eb012dfda4d93366e.webp\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"a white mismatched manicure with builder gel and chrome details\" title=\"458921945_1094465108781244_3477164885974673655_n-b3b7b84e6472412eb012dfda4d93366e\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@overglowedit \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_5-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Let&#8217;s break the ice\u2014pun very much intended\u2014with a white mismatched manicure featuring a frosty chrome French tip. And the clear 3D accents against snow-white polish? Ice cold.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_2-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_2-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">02<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 20<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_2-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_6-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Save Room for Dessert <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_7-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--full-width figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2268\" height=\"2268\" alt=\"a dark fudge brownie manicure\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_2-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/317009080_1098047817571238_9105083857298484701_n-0a9be1c395414fb9a1059845d124575d.webp\" title=\"317009080_1098047817571238_9105083857298484701_n-0a9be1c395414fb9a1059845d124575d\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/317009080_1098047817571238_9105083857298484701_n-0a9be1c395414fb9a1059845d124575d.webp\" width=\"2268\" height=\"2268\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"a dark fudge brownie manicure\" title=\"317009080_1098047817571238_9105083857298484701_n-0a9be1c395414fb9a1059845d124575d\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@digitzbydev \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_8-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> This two-toned swirl design makes us want a fudge brownie real bad. The dual finish approach is a stunner, but we think a set that replaced the matte swirls with a caramel polish would be just as charming (and probably easier to DIY).\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_3-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_3-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">03<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 20<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_3-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_9-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Jewelry Box Mani <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_10-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--full-width figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" alt=\"a jewel-toned skittle manicure\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_3-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/403938479_274570615116969_5735699663678199017_n-8f4cb8cfab804b5881f5a1ccfadebd9f.webp\" title=\"403938479_274570615116969_5735699663678199017_n-8f4cb8cfab804b5881f5a1ccfadebd9f\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/403938479_274570615116969_5735699663678199017_n-8f4cb8cfab804b5881f5a1ccfadebd9f.webp\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"a jewel-toned skittle manicure\" title=\"403938479_274570615116969_5735699663678199017_n-8f4cb8cfab804b5881f5a1ccfadebd9f\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@melanated.mani \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_11-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Bring the Skittle mani trend into the winter months by swapping your summer brights and autumnal hues for jewel tones. Sapphire, emerald, and citrine make for a rich (in every sense of the word) set.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_4-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_4-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">04<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 20<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_4-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_12-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Burnt Sugar <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_13-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--full-width figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" alt='a \"burnt sugar\" brown and black marbled manicure' class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_4-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/460589452_1509355519688752_5033317709225635121_n-1ff38a92e1ab4dd0b6535b7452f8e303.webp\" title=\"460589452_1509355519688752_5033317709225635121_n-1ff38a92e1ab4dd0b6535b7452f8e303\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/460589452_1509355519688752_5033317709225635121_n-1ff38a92e1ab4dd0b6535b7452f8e303.webp\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt='a \"burnt sugar\" brown and black marbled manicure' title=\"460589452_1509355519688752_5033317709225635121_n-1ff38a92e1ab4dd0b6535b7452f8e303\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_4-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@overglowedit \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_14-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Artist Melanie Graves refers to this tortoiseshell-esque design as &#8220;burnt sugar.&#8221; We refer to it as incredibly beautiful.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_5-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_5-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">05<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 20<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_5-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_15-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> The Entire Jewelry Box Mani <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_16-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--full-width figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" alt=\"jewel-encrusted manicure in jewel tones\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_5-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/270221408_182951140688535_6571395326455034272_n-76322b09a2f14c7ca5751b83a06d1277.webp\" title=\"270221408_182951140688535_6571395326455034272_n-76322b09a2f14c7ca5751b83a06d1277\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/270221408_182951140688535_6571395326455034272_n-76322b09a2f14c7ca5751b83a06d1277.webp\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"jewel-encrusted manicure in jewel tones\" title=\"270221408_182951140688535_6571395326455034272_n-76322b09a2f14c7ca5751b83a06d1277\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_5-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@naominailsnyc \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_17-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Or you can <em>really<\/em> put the &#8220;jewel&#8221; in &#8220;jewel-toned&#8221; and top gem-inspired polishes with gemstone nail decals. Add one or two per finger on a shorter set, or go for Baroque and pile on the baubles if you have more real estate.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_6-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_6-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">06<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 20<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_6-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_18-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Shimmery Neutral <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_19-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--full-width figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" alt=\"a shimmery neutral manicure\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_6-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/399271435_2657271117783090_4904212087426411668_n-141e28d990524df287b947636ed3ae02.webp\" title=\"399271435_2657271117783090_4904212087426411668_n-141e28d990524df287b947636ed3ae02\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/399271435_2657271117783090_4904212087426411668_n-141e28d990524df287b947636ed3ae02.webp\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"a shimmery neutral manicure\" title=\"399271435_2657271117783090_4904212087426411668_n-141e28d990524df287b947636ed3ae02\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_6-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@pop_polished \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_20-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> If big and bold just isn&#8217;t your speed, you can always shift your standard neutral manicure into party gear by going with shimmer formula (or topping your favorite neutral polish with a shimmery top coat).\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_7-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_7-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">07<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 20<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_7-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_21-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Feeling a Little Tinsel <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_22-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--full-width figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1998\" height=\"1998\" alt=\"a green velvet manicure\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_7-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/405775433_697280649033526_2331376373792728208_n-3b760097c04c40218537a7dadfc21ef2.webp\" title=\"405775433_697280649033526_2331376373792728208_n-3b760097c04c40218537a7dadfc21ef2\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/405775433_697280649033526_2331376373792728208_n-3b760097c04c40218537a7dadfc21ef2.webp\" width=\"1998\" height=\"1998\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"a green velvet manicure\" title=\"405775433_697280649033526_2331376373792728208_n-3b760097c04c40218537a7dadfc21ef2\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_7-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@overglowedit \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_23-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> An abstract yet minimalist way to approach tinsel nails? A green velvet mani. To create this one, nail artist Melanie topped a black polish with a green magnetic shade.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_8-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_8-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">08<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 20<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_8-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_24-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Foiled Again <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_25-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--full-width figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" alt=\"a shimmery red foil manicure\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_8-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/404937412_874284240776467_7070077583726651593_n-6c1d183235c046eb8c54d022c66c1ee1.webp\" title=\"404937412_874284240776467_7070077583726651593_n-6c1d183235c046eb8c54d022c66c1ee1\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/404937412_874284240776467_7070077583726651593_n-6c1d183235c046eb8c54d022c66c1ee1.webp\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"a shimmery red foil manicure\" title=\"404937412_874284240776467_7070077583726651593_n-6c1d183235c046eb8c54d022c66c1ee1\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_8-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@swaknails \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_26-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Nail artist Jen Seales sandwiched foil between two layers of polish to create this set. The results? A multidimensional &#8220;stained glass&#8221; manicure worthy of a close-up.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_9-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_9-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">09<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 20<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_9-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_27-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Orange You Ready for the Holidays? <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_28-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--full-width figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" alt=\"a shimmery orange polish on a thumb nail\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_9-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/404584258_727147905974039_176018138966678245_n-1dba18c4e4d447e0910cf4e87766b2a7.webp\" title=\"404584258_727147905974039_176018138966678245_n-1dba18c4e4d447e0910cf4e87766b2a7\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/404584258_727147905974039_176018138966678245_n-1dba18c4e4d447e0910cf4e87766b2a7.webp\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"a shimmery orange polish on a thumb nail\" title=\"404584258_727147905974039_176018138966678245_n-1dba18c4e4d447e0910cf4e87766b2a7\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_9-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@melanated.mani \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_29-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> If you&#8217;re looking for something a little different, eschew the standard sparkly champagne shades and apply a warmer bronze-orange. It still has that festive feeling, but you&#8217;ll see it on far fewer fingertips.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_10-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_10-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">10<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 20<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_10-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_30-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> In the Navy <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_31-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--full-width figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" alt=\"a navy blue manicure with gold details at the cuticle\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_10-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/413939423_1092620471767402_5818696891960912044_n-d2d57a0d1a424eef920434768d46a194.webp\" title=\"413939423_1092620471767402_5818696891960912044_n-d2d57a0d1a424eef920434768d46a194\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/413939423_1092620471767402_5818696891960912044_n-d2d57a0d1a424eef920434768d46a194.webp\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"a navy blue manicure with gold details at the cuticle\" title=\"413939423_1092620471767402_5818696891960912044_n-d2d57a0d1a424eef920434768d46a194\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_10-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@nailartsig \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_32-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> A reverse French manicure might look sophisticated, but it&#8217;s surprisingly easy to DIY: For this look, nail artist Sigourney started by painting the entire nail a shimmery gold, then topped that with an opaque navy polish. Consider swapping the gold for silver for a Hanukkah vibe.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_11-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_11-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">11<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 20<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_11-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_33-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Your Disco Needs You <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_34-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--full-width figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" alt=\"a shimmery blue velvet manicure with star cutouts\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_11-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/409908977_2779483975524688_4491615872059102062_n-9021462435f34e2ab205fdd97dd3380c.webp\" title=\"409908977_2779483975524688_4491615872059102062_n-9021462435f34e2ab205fdd97dd3380c\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/409908977_2779483975524688_4491615872059102062_n-9021462435f34e2ab205fdd97dd3380c.webp\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"a shimmery blue velvet manicure with star cutouts\" title=\"409908977_2779483975524688_4491615872059102062_n-9021462435f34e2ab205fdd97dd3380c\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_11-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@heygreatnails \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_35-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> A sparkly blue polish is extremely holiday party-coded. Make it even more celebratory by using it in a &#8217;70s-inspired star design.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_12-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_12-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">12<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 20<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_12-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_36-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Welcome to the Future <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_37-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--full-width figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" alt=\"a silver shimmer manicure with black accents\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_12-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/324837469_972842857435890_9086518452932180828_n-f1ce35c56f3f46a2ab5a64d78dc4a468.webp\" title=\"324837469_972842857435890_9086518452932180828_n-f1ce35c56f3f46a2ab5a64d78dc4a468\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/324837469_972842857435890_9086518452932180828_n-f1ce35c56f3f46a2ab5a64d78dc4a468.webp\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"a silver shimmer manicure with black accents\" title=\"324837469_972842857435890_9086518452932180828_n-f1ce35c56f3f46a2ab5a64d78dc4a468\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_12-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@lolo.nailedit \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_38-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Ring in the New Year with a futuristic mani\u2014specifically, a futuristic mani that&#8217;s easy to DIY. After letting one coat of shimmery silver polish dry, use a fine-lining brush to create the outlines for your French tips and circles. Fill them in with the polish brush, lock everything in with a top coat, and get ready to dance the night away.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_13-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_13-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">13<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 20<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_13-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_39-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Deep Red <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_40-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--full-width figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" alt=\"a deep red wine manicure\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_13-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/462383798_907509701249721_7764273769219070602_n-ef07d12b94c14f2ea91ae2da2c17b4d9.webp\" title=\"462383798_907509701249721_7764273769219070602_n-ef07d12b94c14f2ea91ae2da2c17b4d9\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/462383798_907509701249721_7764273769219070602_n-ef07d12b94c14f2ea91ae2da2c17b4d9.webp\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"a deep red wine manicure\" title=\"462383798_907509701249721_7764273769219070602_n-ef07d12b94c14f2ea91ae2da2c17b4d9\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_13-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@gelcare.official \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_41-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> A classic solid manicure is always a mood, especially in one of the season&#8217;s trendiest colors. This winter, deep reds will take center stage. Try your hand(s) at a burgundy, wine, or black cherry hue.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_14-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_14-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">14<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 20<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_14-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_42-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Decked Out <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_43-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--full-width figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" alt=\"a black french manicure with subtle ornament details\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_14-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/320391202_878451093332277_394083366145921091_n-6f069b855d174ee8b573b960a3344b1b.webp\" title=\"320391202_878451093332277_394083366145921091_n-6f069b855d174ee8b573b960a3344b1b\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/320391202_878451093332277_394083366145921091_n-6f069b855d174ee8b573b960a3344b1b.webp\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"a black french manicure with subtle ornament details\" title=\"320391202_878451093332277_394083366145921091_n-6f069b855d174ee8b573b960a3344b1b\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_14-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@brushedbyb_ \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_44-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> The mid-century Christmas ornament accent nails in this black French manicure are subtle enough to carry you through Christmas into your New Year&#8217;s Eve parties.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_15-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_15-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">15<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 20<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_15-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_45-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Fabulous Flurries <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_46-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--full-width figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" alt=\"a shimmery thumb nail with snowflake and star details\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_15-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/405529717_1001489981150105_2240362747007984064_n-dd9cb05e3d444ba7a5b13e8206044601.webp\" title=\"405529717_1001489981150105_2240362747007984064_n-dd9cb05e3d444ba7a5b13e8206044601\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/405529717_1001489981150105_2240362747007984064_n-dd9cb05e3d444ba7a5b13e8206044601.webp\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"a shimmery thumb nail with snowflake and star details\" title=\"405529717_1001489981150105_2240362747007984064_n-dd9cb05e3d444ba7a5b13e8206044601\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_15-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@overglowedit \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_47-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Bring the concept of a snow day to your nails with a shimmering white polish topped with snowflake decals and rhinestones. We can already picture this one wrapped around a mug of hot cocoa.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_16-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_16-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">16<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 20<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_16-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_48-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> So Coquette <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_49-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--full-width figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" alt=\"a shimmery glittery manicure with bow details\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_16-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/420190672_18033334246814029_1187279415979565552_n-7d62f45eb79145c2a09182553da2302a.webp\" title=\"420190672_18033334246814029_1187279415979565552_n-7d62f45eb79145c2a09182553da2302a\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/420190672_18033334246814029_1187279415979565552_n-7d62f45eb79145c2a09182553da2302a.webp\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"a shimmery glittery manicure with bow details\" title=\"420190672_18033334246814029_1187279415979565552_n-7d62f45eb79145c2a09182553da2302a\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_16-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@heygreatnails \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_50-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> The coquette aesthetic just screams Valentine&#8217;s Day. Switch things up a bit by swapping out the traditional pink for a baby blue hue (and the Priscilla Presley-esque energy that comes with it).\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_17-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_17-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">17<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 20<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_17-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_51-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Pink Icing <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_52-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--full-width figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" alt=\"a pink aura manicure topped in chrome\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_17-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/420526032_17987413844552997_8926696839949337805_n-6d96b2869a884fe29ba279dd125276d3.webp\" title=\"420526032_17987413844552997_8926696839949337805_n-6d96b2869a884fe29ba279dd125276d3\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/420526032_17987413844552997_8926696839949337805_n-6d96b2869a884fe29ba279dd125276d3.webp\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"a pink aura manicure topped in chrome\" title=\"420526032_17987413844552997_8926696839949337805_n-6d96b2869a884fe29ba279dd125276d3\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_17-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@nylove_nail \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_53-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> What do you get when you top a pink aura design with a dusting of chrome powder? A frosty pink manicure that will look just as chic on February 28th as it did on the 14th.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_18-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_18-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">18<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 20<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_18-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_54-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Sheer Hearts <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_55-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--full-width figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" alt=\"a sheer black manicure with opaque hearts and swirls\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_18-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/424442735_1053050002652124_4608078553218430810_n-c47083b71ae84a8a870d1843a0c71692.webp\" title=\"424442735_1053050002652124_4608078553218430810_n-c47083b71ae84a8a870d1843a0c71692\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/424442735_1053050002652124_4608078553218430810_n-c47083b71ae84a8a870d1843a0c71692.webp\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"a sheer black manicure with opaque hearts and swirls\" title=\"424442735_1053050002652124_4608078553218430810_n-c47083b71ae84a8a870d1843a0c71692\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_18-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@lolo.nailedit \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_56-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Slip your fingers into something a little sheerer with a pantyhose mani. You can use a ready-made black jelly polish or create your own by mixing an opaque black shade with a top coat until you reach your desired level of coverage.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_19-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_19-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">19<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 20<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_19-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_57-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Sealed With a Kiss <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_58-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--full-width figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" alt=\"a French manicure topped with chrome and kiss designs\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_19-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/272000247_1139144923555267_7537999544716107781_n-d4e2bd58939c4ec5a476830c4edd73a5.webp\" title=\"272000247_1139144923555267_7537999544716107781_n-d4e2bd58939c4ec5a476830c4edd73a5\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/272000247_1139144923555267_7537999544716107781_n-d4e2bd58939c4ec5a476830c4edd73a5.webp\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"a French manicure topped with chrome and kiss designs\" title=\"272000247_1139144923555267_7537999544716107781_n-d4e2bd58939c4ec5a476830c4edd73a5\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_19-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@myprettyset \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_59-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Less popular than hearts\u2014but no less seasonally appropriate\u2014lips make for a fun, more unexpected Valentine&#8217;s Day design. Take it easy on yourself with decals, or show this photo to your nail tech as inspo.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_20-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_20-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">20<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 20<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_20-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_60-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Heartbreaker <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_61-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--full-width figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" alt=\"a velvet aura manicure with broken hearts\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_20-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/428144670_18035931328814029_4093686410553586102_n-0104bc3f23a043bebf11d64ae17d84c1.webp\" title=\"428144670_18035931328814029_4093686410553586102_n-0104bc3f23a043bebf11d64ae17d84c1\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/428144670_18035931328814029_4093686410553586102_n-0104bc3f23a043bebf11d64ae17d84c1.webp\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"a velvet aura manicure with broken hearts\" title=\"428144670_18035931328814029_4093686410553586102_n-0104bc3f23a043bebf11d64ae17d84c1\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_20-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@heygreatnails \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_62-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Of course, not everyone has that loving feeling for Valentine&#8217;s Day. If that&#8217;s you (or you just prefer nail art of the darker variety), consider a broken heart motif. This shimmery aura and chrome take by Aist\u0117 Haas is pretty advanced work, so you might want to take it to a talented nail tech as inspo.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"loc article-post-content\">\n<div id=\"beauty-breadcrumbs--chips_1-0\" class=\"comp beauty-breadcrumbs--chips mntl-universal-breadcrumbs--chips mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"mntl-breadcrumbs__read-more_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-breadcrumbs__read-more mntl-text-block text-title-100\">Read more:<\/div>\n<ul id=\"mntl-universal-breadcrumbs_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-universal-breadcrumbs mntl-block text-label-300 breadcrumbs\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<li id=\"mntl-breadcrumbs__item_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-breadcrumbs__item mntl-block\"><span class=\"link__wrapper\">Nails<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<div id=\"recirc_1-0\" class=\"comp recirc mntl-block\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<h2 id=\"recirc__heading_1-0\" class=\"comp recirc__heading 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class=\"card__title-text \">21 Short Nail Ideas for February Full of Simple, Sweet Romance<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul id=\"card-list-2_1-0\" class=\"comp card-list-2 card-list mntl-block l-container\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<li id=\"card-list__item_9-0\" class=\"comp card-list__item mntl-block \">\n<div class=\"loc card__top\">\n<div class=\"card__media mntl-image card__media universal-image__container\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" alt=\"Manicured hand shown with short nails featuring a pink gel polish finish\" class=\"lazyload card__img universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/feb-nail-ideas-5ea86e67cf0c425a914838e082023816-15.webp\" title=\"feb-nail-ideas-5ea86e67cf0c425a914838e082023816-15\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" 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src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/wintershortnails5-ab9c99cb3c054ef8baff50bf77f27d31-3.webp\" title=\"wintershortnails5-ab9c99cb3c054ef8baff50bf77f27d31-3\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/wintershortnails5-ab9c99cb3c054ef8baff50bf77f27d31-3.webp\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" class=\"img--noscript card__img universal-image__image\" alt=\"Hand with metallic polished short nails and wearing rings\" title=\"wintershortnails5-ab9c99cb3c054ef8baff50bf77f27d31-3\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card__content \"><span class=\"card__title\"><span class=\"card__title-text \">24 Short Nail Ideas For Winter, From New Neutrals to Deep Designs<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"card-list__item_11-0\" class=\"comp card-list__item mntl-block \">\n<div class=\"loc card__top\">\n<div class=\"card__media mntl-image card__media universal-image__container\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" alt=\"A dark celestial manicure.\" class=\"lazyload card__img universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/deeplede-694b775b62b945439fcced3b335b65da-3.webp\" title=\"deeplede-694b775b62b945439fcced3b335b65da-3\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/deeplede-694b775b62b945439fcced3b335b65da-3.webp\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" class=\"img--noscript card__img universal-image__image\" alt=\"A dark celestial manicure.\" title=\"deeplede-694b775b62b945439fcced3b335b65da-3\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card__content \"><span class=\"card__title\"><span class=\"card__title-text \">23 Dark Nail Ideas for a Moody Winter Mani<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"card-list__item_12-0\" class=\"comp card-list__item mntl-block \">\n<div class=\"loc card__top\">\n<div class=\"card__media mntl-image card__media universal-image__container\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" alt=\"A hand with painted nails and jewelry showing varied nail designs and wearing rings\" class=\"lazyload card__img universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/febpolish2-7e0027ae7e954b7c98958c1783e309d7-13.webp\" title=\"febpolish2-7e0027ae7e954b7c98958c1783e309d7-13\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/febpolish2-7e0027ae7e954b7c98958c1783e309d7-13.webp\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" class=\"img--noscript card__img universal-image__image\" alt=\"A hand with painted nails and jewelry showing varied nail designs and wearing rings\" title=\"febpolish2-7e0027ae7e954b7c98958c1783e309d7-13\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card__content \"><span class=\"card__title\"><span class=\"card__title-text \">8 Nail Polish Colors to Try This February, From Cool Gray to Deep Plum<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"card-list__item_13-0\" class=\"comp card-list__item mntl-block \">\n<div class=\"loc card__top\">\n<div class=\"card__media mntl-image card__media universal-image__container\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" alt=\"Close-up of hand with berry ombre chrome manicure\" class=\"lazyload card__img universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/imgi_2_471212752_18066947578814029_6728065959298003642_n-319ac5eb318544c299dc5b72b9a923ad-8.webp\" title=\"imgi_2_471212752_18066947578814029_6728065959298003642_n-319ac5eb318544c299dc5b72b9a923ad-8\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/imgi_2_471212752_18066947578814029_6728065959298003642_n-319ac5eb318544c299dc5b72b9a923ad-8.webp\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" class=\"img--noscript card__img universal-image__image\" alt=\"Close-up of hand with berry ombre chrome manicure\" title=\"imgi_2_471212752_18066947578814029_6728065959298003642_n-319ac5eb318544c299dc5b72b9a923ad-8\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card__content \"><span class=\"card__title\"><span class=\"card__title-text \">23 January Chrome Nail Ideas to Kick Off the Year With Sparkle<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"card-list__item_14-0\" class=\"comp card-list__item mntl-block \">\n<div class=\"loc card__top\">\n<div class=\"card__media mntl-image card__media universal-image__container\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" alt=\"Hand with manicured nails featuring red and dotted tips\" class=\"lazyload card__img universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/winterfrench5-4a63295cf30e438999139320bf224551-1.webp\" title=\"winterfrench5-4a63295cf30e438999139320bf224551-1\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/winterfrench5-4a63295cf30e438999139320bf224551-1.webp\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" class=\"img--noscript card__img universal-image__image\" alt=\"Hand with manicured nails featuring red and dotted tips\" title=\"winterfrench5-4a63295cf30e438999139320bf224551-1\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card__content \"><span class=\"card__title\"><span class=\"card__title-text \">21 Winter French Nail Ideas That Feel Crisp, Cool, and Chic<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"card-list__item_15-0\" class=\"comp card-list__item mntl-block \">\n<div class=\"loc card__top\">\n<div class=\"card__media mntl-image card__media universal-image__container\">\n<div 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Glitter<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"card-list__item_16-0\" class=\"comp card-list__item mntl-block \">\n<div class=\"loc card__top\">\n<div class=\"card__media mntl-image card__media universal-image__container\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" alt=\"deep berry nails\" class=\"lazyload card__img universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/berrynailideas-4ff26ab6781043d3903aada6c42a37fa-10.webp\" title=\"berrynailideas-4ff26ab6781043d3903aada6c42a37fa-10\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/berrynailideas-4ff26ab6781043d3903aada6c42a37fa-10.webp\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" class=\"img--noscript card__img universal-image__image\" alt=\"deep berry nails\" title=\"berrynailideas-4ff26ab6781043d3903aada6c42a37fa-10\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card__content \"><span class=\"card__title\"><span class=\"card__title-text \">20 Berry Nail Ideas for the Sweetest Winter Mani<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p><\/main><\/p>\n<article id=\"beauty-article_1-0\" class=\"comp beauty-article mntl-article mntl-article--two-column-right-rail sc-ad-container\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<div class=\"loc article-header\">\n<div id=\"article-header_1-0\" class=\"comp article-header mntl-block article-top\">\n<h1 id=\"article-heading_1-0\" class=\"comp article-heading mntl-text-block\">20 Winter Nail Ideas For a Flawless Cozy-Season Manicure<\/h1>\n<div id=\"article-meta_1-0\" class=\"comp article-meta mntl-article-meta mntl-block\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<div id=\"bylines_1-0\" class=\"comp bylines beauty-bylines mntl-bylines\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<div id=\"mntl-bylines__group_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-bylines__group mntl-block mntl-bylines__group--author\">\n<div id=\"mntl-bylines__item_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-bylines__item mntl-attribution__item mntl-attribution__item--has-date\"><span class=\"mntl-attribution__item-descriptor\">By<\/span><\/p>\n<div data-tooltip=\"Eden Stuart is an editor at Byrdie. She covers all beauty and wellness topics, with a special emphasis on makeup, skincare, and haircare.\" data-inline-tooltip=\"true\"> Eden Stuart<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip mntl-tooltip mntl-group\">\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__top \">\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__image-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" alt=\"Eden Stuart\" class=\"lazyload mntl-author-tooltip__image mntl-image universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/eden-e40802ae8c3d4889b0edb54cb8b41347-1.webp\" title=\"eden-e40802ae8c3d4889b0edb54cb8b41347-1\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/eden-e40802ae8c3d4889b0edb54cb8b41347-1.webp\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-author-tooltip__image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"Eden Stuart\" title=\"eden-e40802ae8c3d4889b0edb54cb8b41347-1\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip__name_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip__name mntl-attribution__item \">\nEden Stuart\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__bio\">\nEden Stuart is an editor at Byrdie. She covers all beauty and wellness topics, with a special emphasis on makeup, skincare, and haircare.\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__bottom\">\nByrdie&#8217;s Editorial Guidelines\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-attribution__item-date\">Published on December 24, 2025 07:05AM<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"loc article-content\">\n<div id=\"article__broad-video-jw_1-0\" class=\"comp article__broad-video-jw mntl-jwplayer-broad mntl-block is-hidden\" data-pixel-depth=\"100\">\n<div id=\"mntl-jwplayer-broad__title_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-jwplayer-broad__title mntl-block\"><button id=\"mntl-jwplayer-broad__title-icon--close_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-jwplayer-broad__title-icon--close mntl-block text-label-100\" data-click-tracked=\"false\"><span id=\"mntl-text-block_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-text-block\">Close<\/span><\/button><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-block_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-block article__body right-rail\">\n<div id=\"list-sc_1-0\" class=\"comp list-sc mntl-block\">\n<figure id=\"mntl-universal-primary-image_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-universal-primary-image primary-image\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<div class=\"primary-image__media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/winter-nail-ideas-1ed119a5f7ab451f81ba43e46bea2c26-2.webp\" width=\"2100\" height=\"1500\" alt=\"A hand with manicured nails painted in a dark color\" class=\" primary-image__image mntl-primary-image--blurry\" title=\"winter-nail-ideas-1ed119a5f7ab451f81ba43e46bea2c26-2\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/winter-nail-ideas-1ed119a5f7ab451f81ba43e46bea2c26-2.webp\" width=\"2100\" height=\"1500\" class=\"loaded primary-img--noscript primary-image__image mntl-primary-image--blurry\" alt=\"A hand with manicured nails painted in a dark color\" title=\"winter-nail-ideas-1ed119a5f7ab451f81ba43e46bea2c26-2\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"primary-image__figcap_1-0\" class=\"comp primary-image__figcap mntl-figure-caption figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@gelcare \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div id=\"article-intro_1-0\" class=\"comp article-intro mntl-block\">\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Heat the cocoa and unfurl those blankets: Winter is upon us. While the chilly (sometimes frigid) weather often makes us want to cozy up at home, winter is also <em>the<\/em> season for festivities. Many major holidays\u2014including Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, New Year&#8217;s Eve, and Valentine&#8217;s Day\u2014are celebrated during the winter months, and with the holidays come holiday dinners, brunches, parties, and gatherings of all sorts. So, many of us are looking to get our digits in f\u00eate-ing form.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"><strong>Need a little winter mani inspo? We&#8217;ve got you covered. Scroll on for 20 of our favorite winter nail ideas.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc__content_1-0\" class=\"comp list-sc__content mntl-sc-page mntl-block\" data-sc-sticky-offset=\"125\" data-sc-ad-label-height=\"15\" data-sc-ad-track-spacing=\"100\" data-sc-min-track-height=\"250\" data-sc-max-track-height=\"600\" data-sc-breakpoint=\"50em\" data-sc-load-immediate=\"5\" data-sc-content-positions=\"[1, 1250, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1]\" data-bind-scroll-on-start=\"true\">\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_1-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_1-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">01<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 20<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_1-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Break the Ice <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_4-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--full-width figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" alt=\"a white mismatched manicure with builder gel and chrome details\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_1-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/458921945_1094465108781244_3477164885974673655_n-b3b7b84e6472412eb012dfda4d93366e.webp\" title=\"458921945_1094465108781244_3477164885974673655_n-b3b7b84e6472412eb012dfda4d93366e\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/458921945_1094465108781244_3477164885974673655_n-b3b7b84e6472412eb012dfda4d93366e.webp\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"a white mismatched manicure with builder gel and chrome details\" title=\"458921945_1094465108781244_3477164885974673655_n-b3b7b84e6472412eb012dfda4d93366e\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@overglowedit \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_5-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Let&#8217;s break the ice\u2014pun very much intended\u2014with a white mismatched manicure featuring a frosty chrome French tip. And the clear 3D accents against snow-white polish? Ice cold.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_2-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_2-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">02<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 20<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_2-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_6-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Save Room for Dessert <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_7-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--full-width figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2268\" height=\"2268\" alt=\"a dark fudge brownie manicure\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_2-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/317009080_1098047817571238_9105083857298484701_n-0a9be1c395414fb9a1059845d124575d.webp\" title=\"317009080_1098047817571238_9105083857298484701_n-0a9be1c395414fb9a1059845d124575d\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/317009080_1098047817571238_9105083857298484701_n-0a9be1c395414fb9a1059845d124575d.webp\" width=\"2268\" height=\"2268\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"a dark fudge brownie manicure\" title=\"317009080_1098047817571238_9105083857298484701_n-0a9be1c395414fb9a1059845d124575d\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@digitzbydev \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_8-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> This two-toned swirl design makes us want a fudge brownie real bad. The dual finish approach is a stunner, but we think a set that replaced the matte swirls with a caramel polish would be just as charming (and probably easier to DIY).\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_3-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_3-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">03<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 20<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_3-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_9-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Jewelry Box Mani <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_10-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--full-width figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" alt=\"a jewel-toned skittle manicure\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_3-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/403938479_274570615116969_5735699663678199017_n-8f4cb8cfab804b5881f5a1ccfadebd9f.webp\" title=\"403938479_274570615116969_5735699663678199017_n-8f4cb8cfab804b5881f5a1ccfadebd9f\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/403938479_274570615116969_5735699663678199017_n-8f4cb8cfab804b5881f5a1ccfadebd9f.webp\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"a jewel-toned skittle manicure\" title=\"403938479_274570615116969_5735699663678199017_n-8f4cb8cfab804b5881f5a1ccfadebd9f\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@melanated.mani \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_11-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Bring the Skittle mani trend into the winter months by swapping your summer brights and autumnal hues for jewel tones. Sapphire, emerald, and citrine make for a rich (in every sense of the word) set.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_4-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_4-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">04<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 20<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_4-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_12-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Burnt Sugar <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_13-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--full-width figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" alt='a \"burnt sugar\" brown and black marbled manicure' class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_4-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/460589452_1509355519688752_5033317709225635121_n-1ff38a92e1ab4dd0b6535b7452f8e303.webp\" title=\"460589452_1509355519688752_5033317709225635121_n-1ff38a92e1ab4dd0b6535b7452f8e303\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/460589452_1509355519688752_5033317709225635121_n-1ff38a92e1ab4dd0b6535b7452f8e303.webp\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt='a \"burnt sugar\" brown and black marbled manicure' title=\"460589452_1509355519688752_5033317709225635121_n-1ff38a92e1ab4dd0b6535b7452f8e303\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_4-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@overglowedit \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_14-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Artist Melanie Graves refers to this tortoiseshell-esque design as &#8220;burnt sugar.&#8221; We refer to it as incredibly beautiful.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_5-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_5-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">05<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 20<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_5-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_15-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> The Entire Jewelry Box Mani <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_16-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--full-width figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" alt=\"jewel-encrusted manicure in jewel tones\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_5-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/270221408_182951140688535_6571395326455034272_n-76322b09a2f14c7ca5751b83a06d1277.webp\" title=\"270221408_182951140688535_6571395326455034272_n-76322b09a2f14c7ca5751b83a06d1277\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/270221408_182951140688535_6571395326455034272_n-76322b09a2f14c7ca5751b83a06d1277.webp\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"jewel-encrusted manicure in jewel tones\" title=\"270221408_182951140688535_6571395326455034272_n-76322b09a2f14c7ca5751b83a06d1277\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_5-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@naominailsnyc \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_17-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Or you can <em>really<\/em> put the &#8220;jewel&#8221; in &#8220;jewel-toned&#8221; and top gem-inspired polishes with gemstone nail decals. Add one or two per finger on a shorter set, or go for Baroque and pile on the baubles if you have more real estate.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_6-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_6-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">06<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 20<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_6-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_18-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Shimmery Neutral <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_19-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--full-width figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" alt=\"a shimmery neutral manicure\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_6-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/399271435_2657271117783090_4904212087426411668_n-141e28d990524df287b947636ed3ae02.webp\" title=\"399271435_2657271117783090_4904212087426411668_n-141e28d990524df287b947636ed3ae02\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/399271435_2657271117783090_4904212087426411668_n-141e28d990524df287b947636ed3ae02.webp\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"a shimmery neutral manicure\" title=\"399271435_2657271117783090_4904212087426411668_n-141e28d990524df287b947636ed3ae02\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_6-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@pop_polished \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_20-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> If big and bold just isn&#8217;t your speed, you can always shift your standard neutral manicure into party gear by going with shimmer formula (or topping your favorite neutral polish with a shimmery top coat).\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_7-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_7-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">07<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 20<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_7-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_21-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Feeling a Little Tinsel <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_22-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--full-width figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1998\" height=\"1998\" alt=\"a green velvet manicure\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_7-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/405775433_697280649033526_2331376373792728208_n-3b760097c04c40218537a7dadfc21ef2.webp\" title=\"405775433_697280649033526_2331376373792728208_n-3b760097c04c40218537a7dadfc21ef2\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/405775433_697280649033526_2331376373792728208_n-3b760097c04c40218537a7dadfc21ef2.webp\" width=\"1998\" height=\"1998\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"a green velvet manicure\" title=\"405775433_697280649033526_2331376373792728208_n-3b760097c04c40218537a7dadfc21ef2\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_7-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@overglowedit \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_23-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> An abstract yet minimalist way to approach tinsel nails? A green velvet mani. To create this one, nail artist Melanie topped a black polish with a green magnetic shade.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_8-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_8-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">08<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 20<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_8-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_24-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Foiled Again <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_25-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--full-width figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" alt=\"a shimmery red foil manicure\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_8-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/404937412_874284240776467_7070077583726651593_n-6c1d183235c046eb8c54d022c66c1ee1.webp\" title=\"404937412_874284240776467_7070077583726651593_n-6c1d183235c046eb8c54d022c66c1ee1\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/404937412_874284240776467_7070077583726651593_n-6c1d183235c046eb8c54d022c66c1ee1.webp\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"a shimmery red foil manicure\" title=\"404937412_874284240776467_7070077583726651593_n-6c1d183235c046eb8c54d022c66c1ee1\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_8-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@swaknails \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_26-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Nail artist Jen Seales sandwiched foil between two layers of polish to create this set. The results? A multidimensional &#8220;stained glass&#8221; manicure worthy of a close-up.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_9-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_9-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">09<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 20<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_9-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_27-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Orange You Ready for the Holidays? <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_28-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--full-width figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" alt=\"a shimmery orange polish on a thumb nail\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_9-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/404584258_727147905974039_176018138966678245_n-1dba18c4e4d447e0910cf4e87766b2a7.webp\" title=\"404584258_727147905974039_176018138966678245_n-1dba18c4e4d447e0910cf4e87766b2a7\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/404584258_727147905974039_176018138966678245_n-1dba18c4e4d447e0910cf4e87766b2a7.webp\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"a shimmery orange polish on a thumb nail\" title=\"404584258_727147905974039_176018138966678245_n-1dba18c4e4d447e0910cf4e87766b2a7\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_9-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@melanated.mani \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_29-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> If you&#8217;re looking for something a little different, eschew the standard sparkly champagne shades and apply a warmer bronze-orange. It still has that festive feeling, but you&#8217;ll see it on far fewer fingertips.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_10-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_10-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">10<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 20<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_10-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_30-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> In the Navy <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_31-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--full-width figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" alt=\"a navy blue manicure with gold details at the cuticle\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_10-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/413939423_1092620471767402_5818696891960912044_n-d2d57a0d1a424eef920434768d46a194.webp\" title=\"413939423_1092620471767402_5818696891960912044_n-d2d57a0d1a424eef920434768d46a194\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/413939423_1092620471767402_5818696891960912044_n-d2d57a0d1a424eef920434768d46a194.webp\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"a navy blue manicure with gold details at the cuticle\" title=\"413939423_1092620471767402_5818696891960912044_n-d2d57a0d1a424eef920434768d46a194\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_10-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@nailartsig \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_32-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> A reverse French manicure might look sophisticated, but it&#8217;s surprisingly easy to DIY: For this look, nail artist Sigourney started by painting the entire nail a shimmery gold, then topped that with an opaque navy polish. Consider swapping the gold for silver for a Hanukkah vibe.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_11-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_11-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">11<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 20<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_11-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_33-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Your Disco Needs You <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_34-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--full-width figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" alt=\"a shimmery blue velvet manicure with star cutouts\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_11-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/409908977_2779483975524688_4491615872059102062_n-9021462435f34e2ab205fdd97dd3380c.webp\" title=\"409908977_2779483975524688_4491615872059102062_n-9021462435f34e2ab205fdd97dd3380c\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/409908977_2779483975524688_4491615872059102062_n-9021462435f34e2ab205fdd97dd3380c.webp\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"a shimmery blue velvet manicure with star cutouts\" title=\"409908977_2779483975524688_4491615872059102062_n-9021462435f34e2ab205fdd97dd3380c\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_11-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@heygreatnails \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_35-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> A sparkly blue polish is extremely holiday party-coded. Make it even more celebratory by using it in a &#8217;70s-inspired star design.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_12-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_12-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">12<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 20<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_12-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_36-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Welcome to the Future <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_37-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--full-width figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" alt=\"a silver shimmer manicure with black accents\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_12-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/324837469_972842857435890_9086518452932180828_n-f1ce35c56f3f46a2ab5a64d78dc4a468.webp\" title=\"324837469_972842857435890_9086518452932180828_n-f1ce35c56f3f46a2ab5a64d78dc4a468\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/324837469_972842857435890_9086518452932180828_n-f1ce35c56f3f46a2ab5a64d78dc4a468.webp\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"a silver shimmer manicure with black accents\" title=\"324837469_972842857435890_9086518452932180828_n-f1ce35c56f3f46a2ab5a64d78dc4a468\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_12-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@lolo.nailedit \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_38-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Ring in the New Year with a futuristic mani\u2014specifically, a futuristic mani that&#8217;s easy to DIY. After letting one coat of shimmery silver polish dry, use a fine-lining brush to create the outlines for your French tips and circles. Fill them in with the polish brush, lock everything in with a top coat, and get ready to dance the night away.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_13-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_13-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">13<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 20<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_13-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_39-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Deep Red <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_40-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--full-width figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" alt=\"a deep red wine manicure\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_13-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/462383798_907509701249721_7764273769219070602_n-ef07d12b94c14f2ea91ae2da2c17b4d9.webp\" title=\"462383798_907509701249721_7764273769219070602_n-ef07d12b94c14f2ea91ae2da2c17b4d9\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/462383798_907509701249721_7764273769219070602_n-ef07d12b94c14f2ea91ae2da2c17b4d9.webp\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"a deep red wine manicure\" title=\"462383798_907509701249721_7764273769219070602_n-ef07d12b94c14f2ea91ae2da2c17b4d9\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_13-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@gelcare.official \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_41-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> A classic solid manicure is always a mood, especially in one of the season&#8217;s trendiest colors. This winter, deep reds will take center stage. Try your hand(s) at a burgundy, wine, or black cherry hue.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_14-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_14-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">14<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 20<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_14-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_42-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Decked Out <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_43-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--full-width figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" alt=\"a black french manicure with subtle ornament details\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_14-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/320391202_878451093332277_394083366145921091_n-6f069b855d174ee8b573b960a3344b1b.webp\" title=\"320391202_878451093332277_394083366145921091_n-6f069b855d174ee8b573b960a3344b1b\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/320391202_878451093332277_394083366145921091_n-6f069b855d174ee8b573b960a3344b1b.webp\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"a black french manicure with subtle ornament details\" title=\"320391202_878451093332277_394083366145921091_n-6f069b855d174ee8b573b960a3344b1b\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_14-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@brushedbyb_ \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_44-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> The mid-century Christmas ornament accent nails in this black French manicure are subtle enough to carry you through Christmas into your New Year&#8217;s Eve parties.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_15-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_15-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">15<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 20<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_15-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_45-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Fabulous Flurries <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_46-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--full-width figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" alt=\"a shimmery thumb nail with snowflake and star details\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_15-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/405529717_1001489981150105_2240362747007984064_n-dd9cb05e3d444ba7a5b13e8206044601.webp\" title=\"405529717_1001489981150105_2240362747007984064_n-dd9cb05e3d444ba7a5b13e8206044601\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/405529717_1001489981150105_2240362747007984064_n-dd9cb05e3d444ba7a5b13e8206044601.webp\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"a shimmery thumb nail with snowflake and star details\" title=\"405529717_1001489981150105_2240362747007984064_n-dd9cb05e3d444ba7a5b13e8206044601\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_15-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@overglowedit \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_47-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Bring the concept of a snow day to your nails with a shimmering white polish topped with snowflake decals and rhinestones. We can already picture this one wrapped around a mug of hot cocoa.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_16-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_16-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">16<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 20<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_16-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_48-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> So Coquette <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_49-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--full-width figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" alt=\"a shimmery glittery manicure with bow details\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_16-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/420190672_18033334246814029_1187279415979565552_n-7d62f45eb79145c2a09182553da2302a.webp\" title=\"420190672_18033334246814029_1187279415979565552_n-7d62f45eb79145c2a09182553da2302a\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/420190672_18033334246814029_1187279415979565552_n-7d62f45eb79145c2a09182553da2302a.webp\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"a shimmery glittery manicure with bow details\" title=\"420190672_18033334246814029_1187279415979565552_n-7d62f45eb79145c2a09182553da2302a\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_16-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@heygreatnails \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_50-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> The coquette aesthetic just screams Valentine&#8217;s Day. Switch things up a bit by swapping out the traditional pink for a baby blue hue (and the Priscilla Presley-esque energy that comes with it).\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_17-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_17-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">17<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 20<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_17-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_51-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Pink Icing <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_52-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--full-width figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" alt=\"a pink aura manicure topped in chrome\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_17-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/420526032_17987413844552997_8926696839949337805_n-6d96b2869a884fe29ba279dd125276d3.webp\" title=\"420526032_17987413844552997_8926696839949337805_n-6d96b2869a884fe29ba279dd125276d3\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/420526032_17987413844552997_8926696839949337805_n-6d96b2869a884fe29ba279dd125276d3.webp\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"a pink aura manicure topped in chrome\" title=\"420526032_17987413844552997_8926696839949337805_n-6d96b2869a884fe29ba279dd125276d3\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_17-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@nylove_nail \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_53-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> What do you get when you top a pink aura design with a dusting of chrome powder? A frosty pink manicure that will look just as chic on February 28th as it did on the 14th.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_18-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_18-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">18<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 20<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_18-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_54-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Sheer Hearts <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_55-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--full-width figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" alt=\"a sheer black manicure with opaque hearts and swirls\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_18-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/424442735_1053050002652124_4608078553218430810_n-c47083b71ae84a8a870d1843a0c71692.webp\" title=\"424442735_1053050002652124_4608078553218430810_n-c47083b71ae84a8a870d1843a0c71692\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/424442735_1053050002652124_4608078553218430810_n-c47083b71ae84a8a870d1843a0c71692.webp\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"a sheer black manicure with opaque hearts and swirls\" title=\"424442735_1053050002652124_4608078553218430810_n-c47083b71ae84a8a870d1843a0c71692\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_18-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@lolo.nailedit \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_56-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Slip your fingers into something a little sheerer with a pantyhose mani. You can use a ready-made black jelly polish or create your own by mixing an opaque black shade with a top coat until you reach your desired level of coverage.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_19-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_19-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">19<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 20<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_19-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_57-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Sealed With a Kiss <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_58-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--full-width figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" alt=\"a French manicure topped with chrome and kiss designs\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_19-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/272000247_1139144923555267_7537999544716107781_n-d4e2bd58939c4ec5a476830c4edd73a5.webp\" title=\"272000247_1139144923555267_7537999544716107781_n-d4e2bd58939c4ec5a476830c4edd73a5\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/272000247_1139144923555267_7537999544716107781_n-d4e2bd58939c4ec5a476830c4edd73a5.webp\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"a French manicure topped with chrome and kiss designs\" title=\"272000247_1139144923555267_7537999544716107781_n-d4e2bd58939c4ec5a476830c4edd73a5\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_19-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@myprettyset \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_59-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Less popular than hearts\u2014but no less seasonally appropriate\u2014lips make for a fun, more unexpected Valentine&#8217;s Day design. Take it easy on yourself with decals, or show this photo to your nail tech as inspo.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_20-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_20-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">20<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 20<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_20-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_60-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Heartbreaker <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_61-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--full-width figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" alt=\"a velvet aura manicure with broken hearts\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_20-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/428144670_18035931328814029_4093686410553586102_n-0104bc3f23a043bebf11d64ae17d84c1.webp\" title=\"428144670_18035931328814029_4093686410553586102_n-0104bc3f23a043bebf11d64ae17d84c1\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/428144670_18035931328814029_4093686410553586102_n-0104bc3f23a043bebf11d64ae17d84c1.webp\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"a velvet aura manicure with broken hearts\" title=\"428144670_18035931328814029_4093686410553586102_n-0104bc3f23a043bebf11d64ae17d84c1\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_20-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@heygreatnails \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_62-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Of course, not everyone has that loving feeling for Valentine&#8217;s Day. If that&#8217;s you (or you just prefer nail art of the darker variety), consider a broken heart motif. This shimmery aura and chrome take by Aist\u0117 Haas is pretty advanced work, so you might want to take it to a talented nail tech as inspo.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"loc article-post-content\">\n<div id=\"beauty-breadcrumbs--chips_1-0\" class=\"comp beauty-breadcrumbs--chips mntl-universal-breadcrumbs--chips mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"mntl-breadcrumbs__read-more_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-breadcrumbs__read-more mntl-text-block text-title-100\">Read more:<\/div>\n<ul id=\"mntl-universal-breadcrumbs_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-universal-breadcrumbs mntl-block text-label-300 breadcrumbs\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<li id=\"mntl-breadcrumbs__item_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-breadcrumbs__item mntl-block\"><span class=\"link__wrapper\">Nails<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<div class=\"loc article-content\">\n<div id=\"article__broad-video-jw_1-0\" class=\"comp article__broad-video-jw mntl-jwplayer-broad mntl-block is-hidden\" data-pixel-depth=\"100\">\n<div id=\"mntl-jwplayer-broad__title_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-jwplayer-broad__title mntl-block\"><button id=\"mntl-jwplayer-broad__title-icon--close_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-jwplayer-broad__title-icon--close mntl-block text-label-100\" data-click-tracked=\"false\"><span id=\"mntl-text-block_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-text-block\">Close<\/span><\/button><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-block_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-block article__body right-rail\">\n<div id=\"list-sc_1-0\" class=\"comp list-sc mntl-block\">\n<figure id=\"mntl-universal-primary-image_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-universal-primary-image primary-image\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<div class=\"primary-image__media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/winter-nail-ideas-1ed119a5f7ab451f81ba43e46bea2c26-2.webp\" width=\"2100\" height=\"1500\" alt=\"A hand with manicured nails painted in a dark color\" class=\" primary-image__image mntl-primary-image--blurry\" title=\"winter-nail-ideas-1ed119a5f7ab451f81ba43e46bea2c26-2\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/winter-nail-ideas-1ed119a5f7ab451f81ba43e46bea2c26-2.webp\" width=\"2100\" height=\"1500\" class=\"loaded primary-img--noscript primary-image__image mntl-primary-image--blurry\" alt=\"A hand with manicured nails painted in a dark color\" title=\"winter-nail-ideas-1ed119a5f7ab451f81ba43e46bea2c26-2\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"primary-image__figcap_1-0\" class=\"comp primary-image__figcap mntl-figure-caption figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@gelcare \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div id=\"article-intro_1-0\" class=\"comp article-intro mntl-block\">\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Heat the cocoa and unfurl those blankets: Winter is upon us. While the chilly (sometimes frigid) weather often makes us want to cozy up at home, winter is also <em>the<\/em> season for festivities. Many major holidays\u2014including Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, New Year&#8217;s Eve, and Valentine&#8217;s Day\u2014are celebrated during the winter months, and with the holidays come holiday dinners, brunches, parties, and gatherings of all sorts. So, many of us are looking to get our digits in f\u00eate-ing form.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"><strong>Need a little winter mani inspo? We&#8217;ve got you covered. Scroll on for 20 of our favorite winter nail ideas.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc__content_1-0\" class=\"comp list-sc__content mntl-sc-page mntl-block\" data-sc-sticky-offset=\"125\" data-sc-ad-label-height=\"15\" data-sc-ad-track-spacing=\"100\" data-sc-min-track-height=\"250\" data-sc-max-track-height=\"600\" data-sc-breakpoint=\"50em\" data-sc-load-immediate=\"5\" data-sc-content-positions=\"[1, 1250, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1]\" data-bind-scroll-on-start=\"true\">\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_1-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_1-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">01<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 20<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_1-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Break the Ice <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_4-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--full-width figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" alt=\"a white mismatched manicure with builder gel and chrome details\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_1-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/458921945_1094465108781244_3477164885974673655_n-b3b7b84e6472412eb012dfda4d93366e.webp\" title=\"458921945_1094465108781244_3477164885974673655_n-b3b7b84e6472412eb012dfda4d93366e\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/458921945_1094465108781244_3477164885974673655_n-b3b7b84e6472412eb012dfda4d93366e.webp\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"a white mismatched manicure with builder gel and chrome details\" title=\"458921945_1094465108781244_3477164885974673655_n-b3b7b84e6472412eb012dfda4d93366e\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@overglowedit \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_5-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Let&#8217;s break the ice\u2014pun very much intended\u2014with a white mismatched manicure featuring a frosty chrome French tip. And the clear 3D accents against snow-white polish? Ice cold.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_2-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_2-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">02<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 20<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_2-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_6-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Save Room for Dessert <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_7-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--full-width figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2268\" height=\"2268\" alt=\"a dark fudge brownie manicure\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_2-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/317009080_1098047817571238_9105083857298484701_n-0a9be1c395414fb9a1059845d124575d.webp\" title=\"317009080_1098047817571238_9105083857298484701_n-0a9be1c395414fb9a1059845d124575d\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/317009080_1098047817571238_9105083857298484701_n-0a9be1c395414fb9a1059845d124575d.webp\" width=\"2268\" height=\"2268\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"a dark fudge brownie manicure\" title=\"317009080_1098047817571238_9105083857298484701_n-0a9be1c395414fb9a1059845d124575d\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@digitzbydev \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_8-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> This two-toned swirl design makes us want a fudge brownie real bad. The dual finish approach is a stunner, but we think a set that replaced the matte swirls with a caramel polish would be just as charming (and probably easier to DIY).\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_3-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_3-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">03<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 20<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_3-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_9-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Jewelry Box Mani <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_10-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--full-width figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" alt=\"a jewel-toned skittle manicure\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_3-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/403938479_274570615116969_5735699663678199017_n-8f4cb8cfab804b5881f5a1ccfadebd9f.webp\" title=\"403938479_274570615116969_5735699663678199017_n-8f4cb8cfab804b5881f5a1ccfadebd9f\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/403938479_274570615116969_5735699663678199017_n-8f4cb8cfab804b5881f5a1ccfadebd9f.webp\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"a jewel-toned skittle manicure\" title=\"403938479_274570615116969_5735699663678199017_n-8f4cb8cfab804b5881f5a1ccfadebd9f\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@melanated.mani \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_11-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Bring the Skittle mani trend into the winter months by swapping your summer brights and autumnal hues for jewel tones. Sapphire, emerald, and citrine make for a rich (in every sense of the word) set.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_4-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_4-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">04<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 20<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_4-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_12-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Burnt Sugar <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_13-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--full-width figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" alt='a \"burnt sugar\" brown and black marbled manicure' class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_4-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/460589452_1509355519688752_5033317709225635121_n-1ff38a92e1ab4dd0b6535b7452f8e303.webp\" title=\"460589452_1509355519688752_5033317709225635121_n-1ff38a92e1ab4dd0b6535b7452f8e303\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/460589452_1509355519688752_5033317709225635121_n-1ff38a92e1ab4dd0b6535b7452f8e303.webp\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt='a \"burnt sugar\" brown and black marbled manicure' title=\"460589452_1509355519688752_5033317709225635121_n-1ff38a92e1ab4dd0b6535b7452f8e303\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_4-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@overglowedit \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_14-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Artist Melanie Graves refers to this tortoiseshell-esque design as &#8220;burnt sugar.&#8221; We refer to it as incredibly beautiful.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_5-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_5-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">05<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 20<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_5-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_15-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> The Entire Jewelry Box Mani <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_16-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--full-width figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" alt=\"jewel-encrusted manicure in jewel tones\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_5-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/270221408_182951140688535_6571395326455034272_n-76322b09a2f14c7ca5751b83a06d1277.webp\" title=\"270221408_182951140688535_6571395326455034272_n-76322b09a2f14c7ca5751b83a06d1277\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/270221408_182951140688535_6571395326455034272_n-76322b09a2f14c7ca5751b83a06d1277.webp\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"jewel-encrusted manicure in jewel tones\" title=\"270221408_182951140688535_6571395326455034272_n-76322b09a2f14c7ca5751b83a06d1277\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_5-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@naominailsnyc \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_17-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Or you can <em>really<\/em> put the &#8220;jewel&#8221; in &#8220;jewel-toned&#8221; and top gem-inspired polishes with gemstone nail decals. Add one or two per finger on a shorter set, or go for Baroque and pile on the baubles if you have more real estate.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_6-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_6-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">06<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 20<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_6-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_18-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Shimmery Neutral <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_19-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--full-width figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" alt=\"a shimmery neutral manicure\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_6-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/399271435_2657271117783090_4904212087426411668_n-141e28d990524df287b947636ed3ae02.webp\" title=\"399271435_2657271117783090_4904212087426411668_n-141e28d990524df287b947636ed3ae02\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/399271435_2657271117783090_4904212087426411668_n-141e28d990524df287b947636ed3ae02.webp\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"a shimmery neutral manicure\" title=\"399271435_2657271117783090_4904212087426411668_n-141e28d990524df287b947636ed3ae02\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_6-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@pop_polished \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_20-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> If big and bold just isn&#8217;t your speed, you can always shift your standard neutral manicure into party gear by going with shimmer formula (or topping your favorite neutral polish with a shimmery top coat).\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_7-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_7-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">07<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 20<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_7-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_21-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Feeling a Little Tinsel <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_22-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--full-width figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1998\" height=\"1998\" alt=\"a green velvet manicure\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_7-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/405775433_697280649033526_2331376373792728208_n-3b760097c04c40218537a7dadfc21ef2.webp\" title=\"405775433_697280649033526_2331376373792728208_n-3b760097c04c40218537a7dadfc21ef2\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/405775433_697280649033526_2331376373792728208_n-3b760097c04c40218537a7dadfc21ef2.webp\" width=\"1998\" height=\"1998\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"a green velvet manicure\" title=\"405775433_697280649033526_2331376373792728208_n-3b760097c04c40218537a7dadfc21ef2\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_7-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@overglowedit \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_23-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> An abstract yet minimalist way to approach tinsel nails? A green velvet mani. To create this one, nail artist Melanie topped a black polish with a green magnetic shade.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_8-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_8-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">08<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 20<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_8-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_24-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Foiled Again <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_25-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--full-width figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" alt=\"a shimmery red foil manicure\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_8-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/404937412_874284240776467_7070077583726651593_n-6c1d183235c046eb8c54d022c66c1ee1.webp\" title=\"404937412_874284240776467_7070077583726651593_n-6c1d183235c046eb8c54d022c66c1ee1\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/404937412_874284240776467_7070077583726651593_n-6c1d183235c046eb8c54d022c66c1ee1.webp\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"a shimmery red foil manicure\" title=\"404937412_874284240776467_7070077583726651593_n-6c1d183235c046eb8c54d022c66c1ee1\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_8-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@swaknails \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_26-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Nail artist Jen Seales sandwiched foil between two layers of polish to create this set. The results? A multidimensional &#8220;stained glass&#8221; manicure worthy of a close-up.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_9-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_9-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">09<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 20<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_9-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_27-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Orange You Ready for the Holidays? <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_28-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--full-width figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" alt=\"a shimmery orange polish on a thumb nail\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_9-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/404584258_727147905974039_176018138966678245_n-1dba18c4e4d447e0910cf4e87766b2a7.webp\" title=\"404584258_727147905974039_176018138966678245_n-1dba18c4e4d447e0910cf4e87766b2a7\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/404584258_727147905974039_176018138966678245_n-1dba18c4e4d447e0910cf4e87766b2a7.webp\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"a shimmery orange polish on a thumb nail\" title=\"404584258_727147905974039_176018138966678245_n-1dba18c4e4d447e0910cf4e87766b2a7\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_9-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@melanated.mani \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_29-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> If you&#8217;re looking for something a little different, eschew the standard sparkly champagne shades and apply a warmer bronze-orange. It still has that festive feeling, but you&#8217;ll see it on far fewer fingertips.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_10-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_10-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">10<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 20<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_10-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_30-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> In the Navy <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_31-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--full-width figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" alt=\"a navy blue manicure with gold details at the cuticle\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_10-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/413939423_1092620471767402_5818696891960912044_n-d2d57a0d1a424eef920434768d46a194.webp\" title=\"413939423_1092620471767402_5818696891960912044_n-d2d57a0d1a424eef920434768d46a194\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/413939423_1092620471767402_5818696891960912044_n-d2d57a0d1a424eef920434768d46a194.webp\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"a navy blue manicure with gold details at the cuticle\" title=\"413939423_1092620471767402_5818696891960912044_n-d2d57a0d1a424eef920434768d46a194\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_10-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@nailartsig \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_32-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> A reverse French manicure might look sophisticated, but it&#8217;s surprisingly easy to DIY: For this look, nail artist Sigourney started by painting the entire nail a shimmery gold, then topped that with an opaque navy polish. Consider swapping the gold for silver for a Hanukkah vibe.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_11-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_11-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">11<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 20<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_11-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_33-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Your Disco Needs You <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_34-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--full-width figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" alt=\"a shimmery blue velvet manicure with star cutouts\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_11-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/409908977_2779483975524688_4491615872059102062_n-9021462435f34e2ab205fdd97dd3380c.webp\" title=\"409908977_2779483975524688_4491615872059102062_n-9021462435f34e2ab205fdd97dd3380c\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/409908977_2779483975524688_4491615872059102062_n-9021462435f34e2ab205fdd97dd3380c.webp\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"a shimmery blue velvet manicure with star cutouts\" title=\"409908977_2779483975524688_4491615872059102062_n-9021462435f34e2ab205fdd97dd3380c\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_11-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@heygreatnails \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_35-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> A sparkly blue polish is extremely holiday party-coded. Make it even more celebratory by using it in a &#8217;70s-inspired star design.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_12-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_12-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">12<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 20<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_12-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_36-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Welcome to the Future <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_37-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--full-width figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" alt=\"a silver shimmer manicure with black accents\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_12-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/324837469_972842857435890_9086518452932180828_n-f1ce35c56f3f46a2ab5a64d78dc4a468.webp\" title=\"324837469_972842857435890_9086518452932180828_n-f1ce35c56f3f46a2ab5a64d78dc4a468\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/324837469_972842857435890_9086518452932180828_n-f1ce35c56f3f46a2ab5a64d78dc4a468.webp\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"a silver shimmer manicure with black accents\" title=\"324837469_972842857435890_9086518452932180828_n-f1ce35c56f3f46a2ab5a64d78dc4a468\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_12-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@lolo.nailedit \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_38-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Ring in the New Year with a futuristic mani\u2014specifically, a futuristic mani that&#8217;s easy to DIY. After letting one coat of shimmery silver polish dry, use a fine-lining brush to create the outlines for your French tips and circles. Fill them in with the polish brush, lock everything in with a top coat, and get ready to dance the night away.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_13-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_13-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">13<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 20<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_13-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_39-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Deep Red <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_40-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--full-width figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" alt=\"a deep red wine manicure\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_13-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/462383798_907509701249721_7764273769219070602_n-ef07d12b94c14f2ea91ae2da2c17b4d9.webp\" title=\"462383798_907509701249721_7764273769219070602_n-ef07d12b94c14f2ea91ae2da2c17b4d9\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/462383798_907509701249721_7764273769219070602_n-ef07d12b94c14f2ea91ae2da2c17b4d9.webp\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"a deep red wine manicure\" title=\"462383798_907509701249721_7764273769219070602_n-ef07d12b94c14f2ea91ae2da2c17b4d9\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_13-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@gelcare.official \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_41-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> A classic solid manicure is always a mood, especially in one of the season&#8217;s trendiest colors. This winter, deep reds will take center stage. Try your hand(s) at a burgundy, wine, or black cherry hue.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_14-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_14-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">14<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 20<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_14-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_42-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Decked Out <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_43-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--full-width figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" alt=\"a black french manicure with subtle ornament details\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_14-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/320391202_878451093332277_394083366145921091_n-6f069b855d174ee8b573b960a3344b1b.webp\" title=\"320391202_878451093332277_394083366145921091_n-6f069b855d174ee8b573b960a3344b1b\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/320391202_878451093332277_394083366145921091_n-6f069b855d174ee8b573b960a3344b1b.webp\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"a black french manicure with subtle ornament details\" title=\"320391202_878451093332277_394083366145921091_n-6f069b855d174ee8b573b960a3344b1b\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_14-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@brushedbyb_ \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_44-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> The mid-century Christmas ornament accent nails in this black French manicure are subtle enough to carry you through Christmas into your New Year&#8217;s Eve parties.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_15-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_15-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">15<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 20<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_15-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_45-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Fabulous Flurries <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_46-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--full-width figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" alt=\"a shimmery thumb nail with snowflake and star details\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_15-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/405529717_1001489981150105_2240362747007984064_n-dd9cb05e3d444ba7a5b13e8206044601.webp\" title=\"405529717_1001489981150105_2240362747007984064_n-dd9cb05e3d444ba7a5b13e8206044601\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/405529717_1001489981150105_2240362747007984064_n-dd9cb05e3d444ba7a5b13e8206044601.webp\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"a shimmery thumb nail with snowflake and star details\" title=\"405529717_1001489981150105_2240362747007984064_n-dd9cb05e3d444ba7a5b13e8206044601\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_15-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@overglowedit \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_47-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Bring the concept of a snow day to your nails with a shimmering white polish topped with snowflake decals and rhinestones. We can already picture this one wrapped around a mug of hot cocoa.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_16-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_16-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">16<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 20<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_16-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_48-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> So Coquette <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_49-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--full-width figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" alt=\"a shimmery glittery manicure with bow details\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_16-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/420190672_18033334246814029_1187279415979565552_n-7d62f45eb79145c2a09182553da2302a.webp\" title=\"420190672_18033334246814029_1187279415979565552_n-7d62f45eb79145c2a09182553da2302a\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/420190672_18033334246814029_1187279415979565552_n-7d62f45eb79145c2a09182553da2302a.webp\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"a shimmery glittery manicure with bow details\" title=\"420190672_18033334246814029_1187279415979565552_n-7d62f45eb79145c2a09182553da2302a\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_16-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@heygreatnails \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_50-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> The coquette aesthetic just screams Valentine&#8217;s Day. Switch things up a bit by swapping out the traditional pink for a baby blue hue (and the Priscilla Presley-esque energy that comes with it).\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_17-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_17-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">17<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 20<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_17-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_51-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Pink Icing <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_52-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--full-width figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" alt=\"a pink aura manicure topped in chrome\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_17-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/420526032_17987413844552997_8926696839949337805_n-6d96b2869a884fe29ba279dd125276d3.webp\" title=\"420526032_17987413844552997_8926696839949337805_n-6d96b2869a884fe29ba279dd125276d3\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/420526032_17987413844552997_8926696839949337805_n-6d96b2869a884fe29ba279dd125276d3.webp\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"a pink aura manicure topped in chrome\" title=\"420526032_17987413844552997_8926696839949337805_n-6d96b2869a884fe29ba279dd125276d3\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_17-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@nylove_nail \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_53-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> What do you get when you top a pink aura design with a dusting of chrome powder? A frosty pink manicure that will look just as chic on February 28th as it did on the 14th.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_18-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_18-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">18<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 20<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_18-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_54-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Sheer Hearts <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_55-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--full-width figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" alt=\"a sheer black manicure with opaque hearts and swirls\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_18-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/424442735_1053050002652124_4608078553218430810_n-c47083b71ae84a8a870d1843a0c71692.webp\" title=\"424442735_1053050002652124_4608078553218430810_n-c47083b71ae84a8a870d1843a0c71692\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/424442735_1053050002652124_4608078553218430810_n-c47083b71ae84a8a870d1843a0c71692.webp\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"a sheer black manicure with opaque hearts and swirls\" title=\"424442735_1053050002652124_4608078553218430810_n-c47083b71ae84a8a870d1843a0c71692\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_18-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@lolo.nailedit \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_56-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Slip your fingers into something a little sheerer with a pantyhose mani. You can use a ready-made black jelly polish or create your own by mixing an opaque black shade with a top coat until you reach your desired level of coverage.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_19-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_19-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">19<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 20<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_19-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_57-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Sealed With a Kiss <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_58-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--full-width figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" alt=\"a French manicure topped with chrome and kiss designs\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_19-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/272000247_1139144923555267_7537999544716107781_n-d4e2bd58939c4ec5a476830c4edd73a5.webp\" title=\"272000247_1139144923555267_7537999544716107781_n-d4e2bd58939c4ec5a476830c4edd73a5\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/272000247_1139144923555267_7537999544716107781_n-d4e2bd58939c4ec5a476830c4edd73a5.webp\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"a French manicure topped with chrome and kiss designs\" title=\"272000247_1139144923555267_7537999544716107781_n-d4e2bd58939c4ec5a476830c4edd73a5\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_19-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@myprettyset \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_59-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Less popular than hearts\u2014but no less seasonally appropriate\u2014lips make for a fun, more unexpected Valentine&#8217;s Day design. Take it easy on yourself with decals, or show this photo to your nail tech as inspo.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_20-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_20-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">20<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 20<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_20-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_60-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Heartbreaker <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_61-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--full-width figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" alt=\"a velvet aura manicure with broken hearts\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_20-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/428144670_18035931328814029_4093686410553586102_n-0104bc3f23a043bebf11d64ae17d84c1.webp\" title=\"428144670_18035931328814029_4093686410553586102_n-0104bc3f23a043bebf11d64ae17d84c1\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/428144670_18035931328814029_4093686410553586102_n-0104bc3f23a043bebf11d64ae17d84c1.webp\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"a velvet aura manicure with broken hearts\" title=\"428144670_18035931328814029_4093686410553586102_n-0104bc3f23a043bebf11d64ae17d84c1\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_20-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@heygreatnails \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_62-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Of course, not everyone has that loving feeling for Valentine&#8217;s Day. If that&#8217;s you (or you just prefer nail art of the darker variety), consider a broken heart motif. This shimmery aura and chrome take by Aist\u0117 Haas is pretty advanced work, so you might want to take it to a talented nail tech as inspo.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc__content_1-0\" class=\"comp list-sc__content mntl-sc-page mntl-block\" data-sc-sticky-offset=\"125\" data-sc-ad-label-height=\"15\" data-sc-ad-track-spacing=\"100\" data-sc-min-track-height=\"250\" data-sc-max-track-height=\"600\" data-sc-breakpoint=\"50em\" data-sc-load-immediate=\"5\" data-sc-content-positions=\"[1, 1250, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1]\" data-bind-scroll-on-start=\"true\">\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_1-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_1-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">01<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 20<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_1-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Break the Ice <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_4-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--full-width figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" alt=\"a white mismatched manicure with builder gel and chrome details\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_1-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/458921945_1094465108781244_3477164885974673655_n-b3b7b84e6472412eb012dfda4d93366e.webp\" title=\"458921945_1094465108781244_3477164885974673655_n-b3b7b84e6472412eb012dfda4d93366e\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/458921945_1094465108781244_3477164885974673655_n-b3b7b84e6472412eb012dfda4d93366e.webp\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"a white mismatched manicure with builder gel and chrome details\" title=\"458921945_1094465108781244_3477164885974673655_n-b3b7b84e6472412eb012dfda4d93366e\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@overglowedit \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_5-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Let&#8217;s break the ice\u2014pun very much intended\u2014with a white mismatched manicure featuring a frosty chrome French tip. And the clear 3D accents against snow-white polish? Ice cold.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_2-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_2-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">02<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 20<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_2-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_6-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Save Room for Dessert <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_7-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--full-width figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2268\" height=\"2268\" alt=\"a dark fudge brownie manicure\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_2-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/317009080_1098047817571238_9105083857298484701_n-0a9be1c395414fb9a1059845d124575d.webp\" title=\"317009080_1098047817571238_9105083857298484701_n-0a9be1c395414fb9a1059845d124575d\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/317009080_1098047817571238_9105083857298484701_n-0a9be1c395414fb9a1059845d124575d.webp\" width=\"2268\" height=\"2268\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"a dark fudge brownie manicure\" title=\"317009080_1098047817571238_9105083857298484701_n-0a9be1c395414fb9a1059845d124575d\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@digitzbydev \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_8-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> This two-toned swirl design makes us want a fudge brownie real bad. The dual finish approach is a stunner, but we think a set that replaced the matte swirls with a caramel polish would be just as charming (and probably easier to DIY).\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_3-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_3-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">03<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 20<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_3-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_9-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Jewelry Box Mani <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_10-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--full-width figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" alt=\"a jewel-toned skittle manicure\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_3-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/403938479_274570615116969_5735699663678199017_n-8f4cb8cfab804b5881f5a1ccfadebd9f.webp\" title=\"403938479_274570615116969_5735699663678199017_n-8f4cb8cfab804b5881f5a1ccfadebd9f\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/403938479_274570615116969_5735699663678199017_n-8f4cb8cfab804b5881f5a1ccfadebd9f.webp\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"a jewel-toned skittle manicure\" title=\"403938479_274570615116969_5735699663678199017_n-8f4cb8cfab804b5881f5a1ccfadebd9f\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@melanated.mani \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_11-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Bring the Skittle mani trend into the winter months by swapping your summer brights and autumnal hues for jewel tones. Sapphire, emerald, and citrine make for a rich (in every sense of the word) set.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_4-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_4-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">04<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 20<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_4-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_12-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Burnt Sugar <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_13-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--full-width figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" alt='a \"burnt sugar\" brown and black marbled manicure' class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_4-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/460589452_1509355519688752_5033317709225635121_n-1ff38a92e1ab4dd0b6535b7452f8e303.webp\" title=\"460589452_1509355519688752_5033317709225635121_n-1ff38a92e1ab4dd0b6535b7452f8e303\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/460589452_1509355519688752_5033317709225635121_n-1ff38a92e1ab4dd0b6535b7452f8e303.webp\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt='a \"burnt sugar\" brown and black marbled manicure' title=\"460589452_1509355519688752_5033317709225635121_n-1ff38a92e1ab4dd0b6535b7452f8e303\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_4-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@overglowedit \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_14-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Artist Melanie Graves refers to this tortoiseshell-esque design as &#8220;burnt sugar.&#8221; We refer to it as incredibly beautiful.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_5-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_5-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">05<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 20<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_5-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_15-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> The Entire Jewelry Box Mani <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_16-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--full-width figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" alt=\"jewel-encrusted manicure in jewel tones\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_5-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/270221408_182951140688535_6571395326455034272_n-76322b09a2f14c7ca5751b83a06d1277.webp\" title=\"270221408_182951140688535_6571395326455034272_n-76322b09a2f14c7ca5751b83a06d1277\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/270221408_182951140688535_6571395326455034272_n-76322b09a2f14c7ca5751b83a06d1277.webp\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"jewel-encrusted manicure in jewel tones\" title=\"270221408_182951140688535_6571395326455034272_n-76322b09a2f14c7ca5751b83a06d1277\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_5-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@naominailsnyc \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_17-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Or you can <em>really<\/em> put the &#8220;jewel&#8221; in &#8220;jewel-toned&#8221; and top gem-inspired polishes with gemstone nail decals. Add one or two per finger on a shorter set, or go for Baroque and pile on the baubles if you have more real estate.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_6-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_6-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">06<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 20<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_6-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_18-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Shimmery Neutral <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_19-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--full-width figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" alt=\"a shimmery neutral manicure\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_6-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/399271435_2657271117783090_4904212087426411668_n-141e28d990524df287b947636ed3ae02.webp\" title=\"399271435_2657271117783090_4904212087426411668_n-141e28d990524df287b947636ed3ae02\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/399271435_2657271117783090_4904212087426411668_n-141e28d990524df287b947636ed3ae02.webp\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"a shimmery neutral manicure\" title=\"399271435_2657271117783090_4904212087426411668_n-141e28d990524df287b947636ed3ae02\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_6-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@pop_polished \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_20-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> If big and bold just isn&#8217;t your speed, you can always shift your standard neutral manicure into party gear by going with shimmer formula (or topping your favorite neutral polish with a shimmery top coat).\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_7-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_7-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">07<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 20<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_7-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_21-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Feeling a Little Tinsel <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_22-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--full-width figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1998\" height=\"1998\" alt=\"a green velvet manicure\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_7-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/405775433_697280649033526_2331376373792728208_n-3b760097c04c40218537a7dadfc21ef2.webp\" title=\"405775433_697280649033526_2331376373792728208_n-3b760097c04c40218537a7dadfc21ef2\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/405775433_697280649033526_2331376373792728208_n-3b760097c04c40218537a7dadfc21ef2.webp\" width=\"1998\" height=\"1998\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"a green velvet manicure\" title=\"405775433_697280649033526_2331376373792728208_n-3b760097c04c40218537a7dadfc21ef2\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_7-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@overglowedit \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_23-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> An abstract yet minimalist way to approach tinsel nails? A green velvet mani. To create this one, nail artist Melanie topped a black polish with a green magnetic shade.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_8-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_8-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">08<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 20<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_8-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_24-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Foiled Again <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_25-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--full-width figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" alt=\"a shimmery red foil manicure\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_8-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/404937412_874284240776467_7070077583726651593_n-6c1d183235c046eb8c54d022c66c1ee1.webp\" title=\"404937412_874284240776467_7070077583726651593_n-6c1d183235c046eb8c54d022c66c1ee1\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/404937412_874284240776467_7070077583726651593_n-6c1d183235c046eb8c54d022c66c1ee1.webp\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"a shimmery red foil manicure\" title=\"404937412_874284240776467_7070077583726651593_n-6c1d183235c046eb8c54d022c66c1ee1\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_8-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@swaknails \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_26-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Nail artist Jen Seales sandwiched foil between two layers of polish to create this set. The results? A multidimensional &#8220;stained glass&#8221; manicure worthy of a close-up.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_9-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_9-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">09<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 20<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_9-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_27-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Orange You Ready for the Holidays? <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_28-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--full-width figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" alt=\"a shimmery orange polish on a thumb nail\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_9-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/404584258_727147905974039_176018138966678245_n-1dba18c4e4d447e0910cf4e87766b2a7.webp\" title=\"404584258_727147905974039_176018138966678245_n-1dba18c4e4d447e0910cf4e87766b2a7\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/404584258_727147905974039_176018138966678245_n-1dba18c4e4d447e0910cf4e87766b2a7.webp\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"a shimmery orange polish on a thumb nail\" title=\"404584258_727147905974039_176018138966678245_n-1dba18c4e4d447e0910cf4e87766b2a7\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_9-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@melanated.mani \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_29-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> If you&#8217;re looking for something a little different, eschew the standard sparkly champagne shades and apply a warmer bronze-orange. It still has that festive feeling, but you&#8217;ll see it on far fewer fingertips.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_10-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_10-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">10<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 20<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_10-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_30-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> In the Navy <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_31-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--full-width figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" alt=\"a navy blue manicure with gold details at the cuticle\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_10-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/413939423_1092620471767402_5818696891960912044_n-d2d57a0d1a424eef920434768d46a194.webp\" title=\"413939423_1092620471767402_5818696891960912044_n-d2d57a0d1a424eef920434768d46a194\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/413939423_1092620471767402_5818696891960912044_n-d2d57a0d1a424eef920434768d46a194.webp\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"a navy blue manicure with gold details at the cuticle\" title=\"413939423_1092620471767402_5818696891960912044_n-d2d57a0d1a424eef920434768d46a194\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_10-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@nailartsig \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_32-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> A reverse French manicure might look sophisticated, but it&#8217;s surprisingly easy to DIY: For this look, nail artist Sigourney started by painting the entire nail a shimmery gold, then topped that with an opaque navy polish. Consider swapping the gold for silver for a Hanukkah vibe.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_11-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_11-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">11<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 20<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_11-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_33-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Your Disco Needs You <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_34-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--full-width figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" alt=\"a shimmery blue velvet manicure with star cutouts\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_11-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/409908977_2779483975524688_4491615872059102062_n-9021462435f34e2ab205fdd97dd3380c.webp\" title=\"409908977_2779483975524688_4491615872059102062_n-9021462435f34e2ab205fdd97dd3380c\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/409908977_2779483975524688_4491615872059102062_n-9021462435f34e2ab205fdd97dd3380c.webp\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"a shimmery blue velvet manicure with star cutouts\" title=\"409908977_2779483975524688_4491615872059102062_n-9021462435f34e2ab205fdd97dd3380c\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_11-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@heygreatnails \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_35-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> A sparkly blue polish is extremely holiday party-coded. Make it even more celebratory by using it in a &#8217;70s-inspired star design.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_12-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_12-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">12<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 20<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_12-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_36-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Welcome to the Future <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_37-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--full-width figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" alt=\"a silver shimmer manicure with black accents\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_12-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/324837469_972842857435890_9086518452932180828_n-f1ce35c56f3f46a2ab5a64d78dc4a468.webp\" title=\"324837469_972842857435890_9086518452932180828_n-f1ce35c56f3f46a2ab5a64d78dc4a468\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/324837469_972842857435890_9086518452932180828_n-f1ce35c56f3f46a2ab5a64d78dc4a468.webp\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"a silver shimmer manicure with black accents\" title=\"324837469_972842857435890_9086518452932180828_n-f1ce35c56f3f46a2ab5a64d78dc4a468\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_12-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@lolo.nailedit \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_38-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Ring in the New Year with a futuristic mani\u2014specifically, a futuristic mani that&#8217;s easy to DIY. After letting one coat of shimmery silver polish dry, use a fine-lining brush to create the outlines for your French tips and circles. Fill them in with the polish brush, lock everything in with a top coat, and get ready to dance the night away.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_13-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_13-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">13<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 20<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_13-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_39-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Deep Red <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_40-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--full-width figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" alt=\"a deep red wine manicure\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_13-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/462383798_907509701249721_7764273769219070602_n-ef07d12b94c14f2ea91ae2da2c17b4d9.webp\" title=\"462383798_907509701249721_7764273769219070602_n-ef07d12b94c14f2ea91ae2da2c17b4d9\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/462383798_907509701249721_7764273769219070602_n-ef07d12b94c14f2ea91ae2da2c17b4d9.webp\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"a deep red wine manicure\" title=\"462383798_907509701249721_7764273769219070602_n-ef07d12b94c14f2ea91ae2da2c17b4d9\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_13-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@gelcare.official \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_41-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> A classic solid manicure is always a mood, especially in one of the season&#8217;s trendiest colors. This winter, deep reds will take center stage. Try your hand(s) at a burgundy, wine, or black cherry hue.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_14-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_14-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">14<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 20<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_14-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_42-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Decked Out <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_43-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--full-width figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" alt=\"a black french manicure with subtle ornament details\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_14-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/320391202_878451093332277_394083366145921091_n-6f069b855d174ee8b573b960a3344b1b.webp\" title=\"320391202_878451093332277_394083366145921091_n-6f069b855d174ee8b573b960a3344b1b\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/320391202_878451093332277_394083366145921091_n-6f069b855d174ee8b573b960a3344b1b.webp\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"a black french manicure with subtle ornament details\" title=\"320391202_878451093332277_394083366145921091_n-6f069b855d174ee8b573b960a3344b1b\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_14-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@brushedbyb_ \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_44-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> The mid-century Christmas ornament accent nails in this black French manicure are subtle enough to carry you through Christmas into your New Year&#8217;s Eve parties.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_15-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_15-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">15<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 20<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_15-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_45-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Fabulous Flurries <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_46-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--full-width figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" alt=\"a shimmery thumb nail with snowflake and star details\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_15-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/405529717_1001489981150105_2240362747007984064_n-dd9cb05e3d444ba7a5b13e8206044601.webp\" title=\"405529717_1001489981150105_2240362747007984064_n-dd9cb05e3d444ba7a5b13e8206044601\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/405529717_1001489981150105_2240362747007984064_n-dd9cb05e3d444ba7a5b13e8206044601.webp\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"a shimmery thumb nail with snowflake and star details\" title=\"405529717_1001489981150105_2240362747007984064_n-dd9cb05e3d444ba7a5b13e8206044601\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_15-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@overglowedit \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_47-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Bring the concept of a snow day to your nails with a shimmering white polish topped with snowflake decals and rhinestones. We can already picture this one wrapped around a mug of hot cocoa.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_16-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_16-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">16<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 20<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_16-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_48-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> So Coquette <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_49-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--full-width figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" alt=\"a shimmery glittery manicure with bow details\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_16-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/420190672_18033334246814029_1187279415979565552_n-7d62f45eb79145c2a09182553da2302a.webp\" title=\"420190672_18033334246814029_1187279415979565552_n-7d62f45eb79145c2a09182553da2302a\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/420190672_18033334246814029_1187279415979565552_n-7d62f45eb79145c2a09182553da2302a.webp\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"a shimmery glittery manicure with bow details\" title=\"420190672_18033334246814029_1187279415979565552_n-7d62f45eb79145c2a09182553da2302a\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_16-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@heygreatnails \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_50-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> The coquette aesthetic just screams Valentine&#8217;s Day. Switch things up a bit by swapping out the traditional pink for a baby blue hue (and the Priscilla Presley-esque energy that comes with it).\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_17-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_17-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">17<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 20<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_17-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_51-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Pink Icing <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_52-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--full-width figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" alt=\"a pink aura manicure topped in chrome\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_17-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/420526032_17987413844552997_8926696839949337805_n-6d96b2869a884fe29ba279dd125276d3.webp\" title=\"420526032_17987413844552997_8926696839949337805_n-6d96b2869a884fe29ba279dd125276d3\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/420526032_17987413844552997_8926696839949337805_n-6d96b2869a884fe29ba279dd125276d3.webp\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"a pink aura manicure topped in chrome\" title=\"420526032_17987413844552997_8926696839949337805_n-6d96b2869a884fe29ba279dd125276d3\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_17-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@nylove_nail \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_53-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> What do you get when you top a pink aura design with a dusting of chrome powder? A frosty pink manicure that will look just as chic on February 28th as it did on the 14th.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_18-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_18-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">18<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 20<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_18-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_54-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Sheer Hearts <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_55-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--full-width figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" alt=\"a sheer black manicure with opaque hearts and swirls\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_18-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/424442735_1053050002652124_4608078553218430810_n-c47083b71ae84a8a870d1843a0c71692.webp\" title=\"424442735_1053050002652124_4608078553218430810_n-c47083b71ae84a8a870d1843a0c71692\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/424442735_1053050002652124_4608078553218430810_n-c47083b71ae84a8a870d1843a0c71692.webp\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"a sheer black manicure with opaque hearts and swirls\" title=\"424442735_1053050002652124_4608078553218430810_n-c47083b71ae84a8a870d1843a0c71692\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_18-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@lolo.nailedit \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_56-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Slip your fingers into something a little sheerer with a pantyhose mani. You can use a ready-made black jelly polish or create your own by mixing an opaque black shade with a top coat until you reach your desired level of coverage.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_19-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_19-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">19<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 20<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_19-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_57-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Sealed With a Kiss <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_58-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--full-width figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" alt=\"a French manicure topped with chrome and kiss designs\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_19-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/272000247_1139144923555267_7537999544716107781_n-d4e2bd58939c4ec5a476830c4edd73a5.webp\" title=\"272000247_1139144923555267_7537999544716107781_n-d4e2bd58939c4ec5a476830c4edd73a5\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/272000247_1139144923555267_7537999544716107781_n-d4e2bd58939c4ec5a476830c4edd73a5.webp\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"a French manicure topped with chrome and kiss designs\" title=\"272000247_1139144923555267_7537999544716107781_n-d4e2bd58939c4ec5a476830c4edd73a5\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_19-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@myprettyset \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_59-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Less popular than hearts\u2014but no less seasonally appropriate\u2014lips make for a fun, more unexpected Valentine&#8217;s Day design. Take it easy on yourself with decals, or show this photo to your nail tech as inspo.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_20-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_20-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">20<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 20<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_20-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_60-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Heartbreaker <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_61-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--full-width figure-square figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" alt=\"a velvet aura manicure with broken hearts\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_20-0\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/428144670_18035931328814029_4093686410553586102_n-0104bc3f23a043bebf11d64ae17d84c1.webp\" title=\"428144670_18035931328814029_4093686410553586102_n-0104bc3f23a043bebf11d64ae17d84c1\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/428144670_18035931328814029_4093686410553586102_n-0104bc3f23a043bebf11d64ae17d84c1.webp\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"a velvet aura manicure with broken hearts\" title=\"428144670_18035931328814029_4093686410553586102_n-0104bc3f23a043bebf11d64ae17d84c1\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_20-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@heygreatnails \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_62-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Of course, not everyone has that loving feeling for Valentine&#8217;s Day. If that&#8217;s you (or you just prefer nail art of the darker variety), consider a broken heart motif. This shimmery aura and chrome take by Aist\u0117 Haas is pretty advanced work, so you might want to take it to a talented nail tech as inspo.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p> Source URL: https:\/\/www.byrdie.com\/winter-nail-ideas-11874402<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>20 Winter Nail Ideas For a Flawless Cozy-Season Manicure By Eden Stuart Eden Stuart Eden Stuart is an editor at Byrdie. She covers all beauty and wellness topics, with a special emphasis on makeup, skincare, and haircare. Byrdie&#8217;s Editorial Guidelines Published on December 24, 2025 07:05AM Close @gelcare \/ Instagram Heat the cocoa and unfurl [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":1695735,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[2],"tags":[83,226],"class_list":["post-1695734","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-politics","tag-byrdie-com","tag-crawlmanager"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1695734","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=1695734"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1695734\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/1695735"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=1695734"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=1695734"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=1695734"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}