The 14 Nail Trends That Are Taking Over 2023 Winter (Part ⅠⅡ)

Who's ready for planning your winter nail looks? We don't know about you, but we're so ready to embrace all the 'coolest' nail trends of the season. The faster, the more, the merrier. And then, of course, there's holiday season when a manicure is absolutely part of your festive vibe. Whether you want to go for something moody and wintry or something sparkly and edgy, ahead, you’ll find 14 nail art trends that are having their own viral moments this season on the internet.

Ever since glazed donut nails entered the scene, this trend is still going strong. This winter, it has taken on a more shimmery and pearly twist, achieving an icy feel that looks like an opal gemstone on your fingertips. These glazed opal nails have become a sensation on social media. A glazed olive-colored nails get 1,647,000 likes on Instagram, and another 'ice brownie' nails get 184,000 likes, while a combination of glazed and ombre brown nails get 551,000 likes.

Numbers aside, glazed opal is such a fun way to add some flair to any nail art. The glazed opal nails can be easily achieved by using pearly chrome powder, and it looks incredible over almost every single color you can think of. It also looks good layering on any nail art design, such as skittle nails and the classic French.

Guess what? Chrome nails are not going anywhere. Mirror chrome nails, featuring edgy metallic colors like silver, bronze, and rose gold, have gained significant momentum on social media this season. Random single-color mirror-metallic chrome nails on Instagram can rack up tens of thousands of likes. And if you're into it, shades like pink and cobalt are sure to brighten up even the bleakest winter days.

Consider this a fresh new beginning for a metallic mani: Choose your favorite nail art design, and blend the high-impact chrome finish into the design, with either a glossy or a matte finish. Chrome nails shine on their own — but when you combine them with art, they really gleam. Your nails look shiny from afar, and the subtle chrome touch-up feels like a delightful surprise up close.

This trend is not only viral on social media, but can also be seen on so many fashion runways from major brands. To recreate this trend, all you need is some handy nail art pens and our best-selling gel top coat(100,000+ accumulated sales).

As we’re all still obsessing over the stealth wealth and the minimalist trend, muted nail colors become a must-try for the season. Especially when the weather is getting chillier and we're ready to bring out darker fashion pieces, a sheer neutral mani will pair with everything in your wardrobe.

This look is as rich-looking as it is low-key. If you're aiming to achieve this style, first thing first, make sure your nails are shaped to perfection, and your cuticles are well-moisturized — this is what brings the pristine finish and the subtle feeling of luxury. Then, apply a barely-there, sheer pink or beige shade that looks like your skin tone for the nail beds. These hues work best on shorter nails for an understated look, and be sure to keep the finish extra glossy.

This year, we will see hot chocolate nails everywhere dominating social media with the movie Wonka(2023) coming up. Chocolate brown, a warm and rich color, is versatile and classic, complementing all skin tones, and pairing especially well with chunky knits. Experiment this nail trend right away with your favorite cocoa, mocha, expresso, latte or mousse brown.