20 Short Nail Ideas For A Festive And Stylish December Manicure

With the December snow comes a fresh start, a new month, and a brand-new opportunity for a festive and fun nail design . Whether you take inspiration from the dark blues and silvers of the winter night sky , or the greens and reds of your favorite Christmas decor , there is a nail set out there for you.

For those who prefer short nails, it's important to remember that less nail surface area does not equal less design and flair. Trimmed nails can still pack a lot of punch when it comes to a stylish look, and should not be underestimated. Using vibrant colors, three-dimensional appliqués, and winter motifs, your December nails can be cute and festive, without the additional length or extensions.

Want to try a short, yet chic look for your December manicure? Look no further. InStyle has rounded up 20 of the cutest looks to save on your Pinterest board for this upcoming winter.

Dark blue with eggshell accents, these celestial designs are the perfect midnight mood for a December manicure.

These purple nails are full of sparkle and shine, perfect for the coziness of a December evening. It's the perfect cat-eye shade to match your fuzziest lilac winter sweater. Add a little something extra with small pearlescent orbs at your cuticles.

For those who love a muted tone and a soft brown , this is the perfect winterscape manicure for your December appointment. Pine trees and a snowy backdrop are the perfect accent nails to these calming shades of earthy brown and pastel evergreen.

Channel the peaceful beauty of light shining through a mosaic stained-glass window with this creative nail technique. Use gold lines to separate different cat eye shades, creating the glassy effect.

What's better than one gingerbread man? How about a whole army of them! Velvet red, sparkly nails are the perfect backdrop to these gingerbread friends. Little hearts are the perfect and easy design to bring a pop of color to the design.