23 January Nails Ideas to Try To Start the Year Off Right
This post is all about the best January nails ideas to inspire your new beginnings for 2025!
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January is the perfect time to refresh your look after sparkly New Year’s Eve and Christmas Nail designs.
What better way to start the year than with a brand-new January nail design?
As the cold weather settles in, winter nail art embraces cozy vibes, chic colors, and modern designs. Whether you’re drawn to icy blues, bold statements, or classic clean lines, this guide will inspire your next manicure and start afresh for 2025!
23 January Nails Ideas to Try To Start the Year Off Right
Winter Nail Colors are Perfect for January
The start of the year calls for a fresh palette. Winter nails this time of year often incorporate muted tones, icy shades, and rich, bold colors.
Here are some nail colors trending this Winter:
January Birthstone Nails
For those born in January, garnet-inspired nails are a great option. Incorporate deep reds or black cherry tones to pay homage to the January birthstone in a chic and subtle way.
Icy Blues
Capture the essence of frosty mornings with pale or metallic blues. Perfect for winter nail art with clean lines or geometric patterns.
Soft Whites and Milky White Nails
These sheer shades are ideal for an everyday look with minimal effort.
Burgundy and Black Cherry
Make a bold statement with deep, moody reds that perfectly match your winter capsule wardrobe.
My January Nails! Rings-Monica Vinader. Nails-Essie 45
Green Nails
Emerald, sage, or olive greens are great options for adding a pop of color with a fresh start vibe.
Silver and Chrome Accents
Add a modern twist with metallic finishes or glitter nails for glamour.
Nail Designs to Try in January
January nails blend creativity with designs that embody renewal and the new year ahead!
French Tips with a Twist
French manicures are timeless, but January is the perfect time to experiment. Swap traditional white tips for icy blues, glitter accents, or bold green nails for a modern twist.
Velvet Nails
This nail trend took off last year and continues to shine. The velvety, reflective texture creates a cosy yet chic look perfect for cold weather.
Geometric Patterns
Embrace clean lines and bold designs with modern geometric patterns. These can be as simple or intricate as you like—perfect for nail artists looking to make a statement.
Glitter Nails
Add sparkle to your January blues with glittery nail designs. A sheer base of your nail with glitter tips or chrome accents is a fun way to keep things festive while transitioning out of New Year’s celebrations.
Water Marbling Designs
If you’re feeling adventurous, water marbling is a fun way to blend your favorite nail polish colors into unique patterns. This technique works well with January’s cool-toned shades like icy blues or silvers.
Nail Essentials for Winter Manicures
Are you looking for the tools to recreate these January nails? Check out these must-haves:
Favorite Nail Polish Colors– Choose icy blues, burgundy tones, or glitter shades for a winter-ready look. My favourite colour for winter is this Essie deep plum (number 45).
Top Coat and Base Coat– Keep your nails protected and shiny. I use Nail Nurse for my bottom coat as my nails are pretty weak, and a ‘Rimmel finishing touch‘ for the top coat!
Nail Tools– From shaping files to water marbling kits, having the right tools makes all the difference. Here are the ones I use to create my nail art!
