When it comes to winter nail designs there’s a lot to unpack. The season sees us through cosy weekends, moody evenings, cold snaps, Christmas, New Years, fireworks and a fresh start in Jan, which means there’s a whole load of directions you could go in.

Of course there’s the classics: deep reds and sparkle (both of which are back for another year), but we’ve also seen some curveballs enter the arena, with dark aura nails and some offbeat textures you probably wouldn’t expect for winter.

“We’re seeing a lot of influence from high fashion and street style. From metallic accents to bold wine shades, there’s a clear crossover between what we’re wearing and what’s trending in nails,” notes Tinu Bello, A-list manicurist, and senior Mylee ambassador. “People are also loving the tactile, experimental nature of 3D nail art, it’s a way to bring something a little more fun and creative to their everyday look,” she adds.

We tapped up the top manicurists to get their take on what manis to watch out for once winter hits. So, here’s the 11 winter nail trends to know…

Eggnog nails

If you’re still thinking about summer’s butter yellow nails, we have good news – you can still wear them as part of your winter nails rotation. This season’s evolution of the trending shade is eggnog, toning down the yellow hue slightly to give a creamier finish reminiscent of the festive drink. Among all the darker, moodier tones we usually see during winter, this is an unexpected standout this season.