The best glitter nail art inspiration



December 24, 2015
Collage of four hands with elaborate nail art designs, including glitter, stars, and holiday themes.

After a look that's particularly special for a party? Glitter nails are a super easy way to add sparkle to any look, whether you try bold colours or have one statement nail.

Click through to see our top picks of the best nail designs for some serious beauty inspiration...

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A close-up of a person's hand with vibrant, glittery nail polish in shades of pink, purple, and gold.© Photo: Instagram

If you want to try the look but don't like bold colours, try pastel shades like @g0ng_dee for an understated and girly finish.

A hand with four pink nails and one glittery silver nail.© Photo: Instagram

Nude nails are a huge trend, and one statement nail like @aequidistanz is a great way to add a festive touch to any look.

A hand with glittery gold nail polish, held up for display.© Photo: Instagram

Keep the look simple like @libbyjane1984 by using a nude polish as a base, and simply adding a coat of glitter polish on top.

Close-up of hands with red and gold glittery nail polish.© Photo: Instagram

For a truly dazzling look, opt for different colours and patterns – we love @beauty_on_the_mill's unique design for an eye-catching finish.

Close-up of hands with glittery nail polish, person's identity unknown.© Photo: Instagram

Channel Elsa from Frozen with a white base and pale glitter shades like @bellininails - perfect for the winter!

Two hands with intricate brown and gold nail designs, displayed for admiration.© Photo: Instagram

@miastraussnaglar gave us serious nail inspiration with her bronze and gold hued patterns – a must for any party season.

Close-up of a hand with blue and glittery nail polish, no celebrities identified.© Photo: Instagram

We love @boodiego's chic dark blue nails with a contrasting pale pink glitter nail – a great way to make a statement.

A hand with glittery nail polish in shades of pink and silver.© Photo: Instagram

Black and silver ombré shades make this one of our favourite party looks – use a nude base like @snezley for a striking contrast.

Hands hold a large gold glitter star nail extension. Nails are painted in red, gold, and white designs.© Photo: Instagram

For ultimate festive nail art, take note from @angelatigre and mix gold sequins with red and white patterns.

Hands with winter-themed nail art, featuring snowmen and glittery designs.© Photo: Instagram

Embrace the colder months like @nailsbyabigail and add a snowman design to your glitter nails.

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