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30 minimalist Christmas nail ideas for a subtle festive look

By Jess Watts | 25 November 2025 | Feature, Nail Art, News, Trends

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Minimalism is having its moment, and this festive season we predict that merry minimalist manicures will take over social media and nail requests.

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Scratch Stars Social Media Star of the Year 2025, Jessica White, says: “People want nails that feel festive but wearable: styles that can be rocked at work Christmas parties and on nights out without feeling over the top. I love designs that tell a story in a subtle way.”

Check out our roundup of minimalist festive manicures for a season of subtlety…

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