This year is almost over—and that alone is enough reason to celebrate. So why not throw a party in the form of a manicure? Whether you're spending New Year's Eve 2021 with friends and family or drinking champagne dressed in loungewear on your couch, you can still add some glamour (and joy) to the occasion with some glittery, festive, and fun nail art.
And there are so many options, too: We're talking velvet, confetti, holographic, and pearl embellishments on shades of gold and bright pastels. After all, the best nail art is the one that puts a smile on your face. Scroll down to find the best New Year's Eve nail art inspiration from Instagram's most talented artists.
Regular glitter is great and all, but a few well placed stars are unexpected for the occasion. Use sparkles from the craft store (they’ll stick right onto wet polish), or pick up a special glitter polish.
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Mixing shimmer and white polishes creates a cool marbled effect that will be gorgeous well into next year. Top off with a little gold foil if you’re feeling extra.
Perhaps the easiest nail art look of them all, but still so stunning: Paint nails clear or with a nude base coat, then stick on a small rhinestone—ideally in random spots on each nail for a whimsical feel.
If you’re looking for something simple that makes a statement, go for this negative-space look. Most of the nail is naked, and it has just the right amount of sparkle.
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NYE calls for all the sparkle and glitter, but if you’re looking for something a little more subtle try these disco nails. Simply paint the tips and outline a tiny matching curve at the bottom of the nail for a minimal vibe that’s still pretty eye-catching.
Few color pairings strike that perfect balance of edgy and glamorous like black and gold. Make your nails your main accessory with this bold combo.
For commitment-phobes who don’t want to stick to a single color, texture, or finish, we say mix them all. Paint each nail something different for an organized chaos look that’s especially striking.
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Start the new year by letting your artistic side shine bright. Outline your nail with black and white pearls for Insta-worthy nail art.
We love an ombré nail look and we love muted neutrals. So why not combine the two? Olive and June’s Cozy Cardigan set make it easy for you by putting together five shades that are perfect to go with any NYE outfit.
It’s all in the details. You can never go wrong with a pretty copper polish shade, but to add something a little extra dress it up with adorable small star and moon decals.
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This is a glitter nail look for those of us who hate removing glitter polish. Just trace along the edges with a thin line of pink sparkly polish.
Elevate any nail polish for NYE with this gold foil detail. It's particularly great for extending the life of a chipped mani.
Update the classic French mani by painting the tip halfway for an abstract and graphic look. We also love the choice of contrasting colors like black and pink.
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Pressed for time but still want a cool design? Go for nail stickers. There are so many incredible designs out there, but we’re currently obsessing over this galaxy-inspired one.
The French mani is here to stay and for NYE, we say opt for a metallic gold tip that will instantly dress up any basic base shade.
Chevron tips are a great way to accentuate length, especially on almond or stiletto-shaped nails. Layer different colors and finishes to make it more NYE-friendly.
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Deep indigo is easily one of our favorite shades; the color is just so regal and lovely. For NYE, we love to dress it up in an ultra-glossy finish with gold glitter accents.
Is there anything more fun than three-dimensional polka dots? To make them really pop, pair them against a nude or light pink nail.
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Nail Guide: New Year's Eve
New Year's equals every single excuse to go all out. Extreme amounts of sparkle need to be the mood for your outfit, hair, makeup, and especially your nails. Nail art is like the icing on the cake—it ties your look together and creates cohesiveness for the ultimate party mood. If you're all about a good theme, go with glitter, shimmer, holographic, and sparkly vibes. When it comes to color, don't shy away from going a little brighter or bolder than normal. Festive nails are fun, and the holiday season means you should indulge in treating yourself for all your hard work this year.
This is how we see it: Anyone with a good manicure can do anything. Start the year off strong with a stylish manicure that warrants a night full of compliments. Ahead, see 26 New Year's nail designs we're saving to bring to the salon—let your mani serve as a sign that this will be your best year yet.
Ring in the New Year with a French manicure accentuated with glitter for a dash of shimmer. If you can't pick just one shade for your tips, there's no better time than the holidays to go all out.
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Colorful, dotted nails feel so appropriate for a festive occasion. Simply dot up your nails in whichever design you want to recreate this straightforward look.
This is what you call grown-up glitter. Jazz up a classic pastel pink color with sparkles galore to make your nails pop.
Sparkle into the new year with glittery, firework nails for the win. Instead of wearing glitter all over your nails, freehand a design like this to add some pizzazz.
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Silver and white sparks of pearl nail adhesive look edgy and effortless. To recreate this look, think more (not less), adhering as many of the pearl pieces as you can.
Black and gold is such an elevated color combo. It's our favorite for special occasions. Experiment with lines to create geometric harmony with a touch of shimmer.
If you're really trying to deck out your nails, go with a glitter ombré design. This holiday nail art just feels like new and exciting beginnings.
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Enhance a vibrant color, like cobalt blue, with alternating half-glitter designs. Add corresponding gold jewelry to really turn up the volume since it's New Year's and all.
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Prefer to keep your nails as minimalist as possible? Here, we're schooled on just how well a holographic stripe split down the middle of each nail can look for New Year's Eve and beyond.
Another minimalist way to approach New Year's is with no color and just a hint of silver adhesives. It's abstract but undoubtedly stunning.
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Sometimes scoring a New Year's Eve-ready manicure is as simple as sectioning each nail horizontally in half with a holographic foil tip. We're going to call it futuristic chic.
If you can't imagine parting ways with your go-to nude polish, consider jazzing it up with a rich copper hue. The result is simple and stunning.
If you're a glitter fanatic but don't want to cover your whole nail, consider this double-arced look that features a French tip and half-moon cuticle accent on each nail.
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Another option is to keep the center of each nail free of color while focusing eye-catching glitter accents around each edge. To DIY, simply dip a striping brush in the glitter polish of your choice and carefully trace around each edge.
These are quite possibly the easiest nails to recreate on this list. All you'll need is a handful of gems in varying sizes and your favorite top or base coat. After filing your nails and caring for your cuticles, apply a coat of clear polish and press one gem onto each nail.
Remember when you were a little kid and sticker earrings were all the rage? Well, now you can use those same stickers to create a New Year's Eve-ready mani. It's equal parts pretty and playful, making it a must for anyone who craves a pop of color.
New Year's Nail Art Ideas For 2021
Start with a nude base and top it off with bold and colorful squiggles in whatever direction you choose. You simply can't go wrong.Yes, we know you’ve got your outfit and makeup all planned for New Year’s Eve. However, don’t you think the end of 2021 calls for a celebration? For us, we love celebrating the joys of life by getting our nails done.
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