39 Sparkling Nail Ideas to Help You Ring in the New Year

Whether you’re dressing up for a black tie soirée or getting cozy and watching the ball drop from the comfort of your own home, one thing rings true for December 31st: Fabulous New Year’s nails will always help you get in the festive mood.

Sparkly silver glitter and bejeweled embellishments on winter nail colors are a staple; nothing says New Year’s Eve quite like shiny nail art. For those looking to take those classic New Year’s nail designs—the French manicure, ombré nails, matte effects, etc.—to the next level, opt for cool girl metallics or holographic finishes. Maybe even add some textured grooves or unexpected decals. The options are endless.

To help get those creative juices flowing for NYE, we’ve rounded up the best nail art inspo we could find on Instagram, all from our favorite celebrity nail artists. Below are 39 New Year’s Eve nail ideas that will get you excited for when the ball drops. Read on to find the mani that will help you bring in a happy new year.

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