Nail Ideas

23 Nail Ideas To Help You Ring In 2023

written by HAILEY BOUCHE

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By the time New Year’s Eve rolls around, the manicures we got mid-month for all of our holiday festivities have seen better days. They’re either chipping, gone completely, or we are totally over the style we’ve been staring at for two weeks. So what’s a girl to do? Since it’s still the holiday season, getting one last festive manicure is the way to go before starting the new year fresh with timeless shades like OPI’s Funny Bunny or Essie’s Marshmallow.

Whether you prefer to stay in on New Year’s Eve on the couch with friends and family or you like to dance the night away until the clock strikes midnight, this is your chance to pull out all the stops when it comes to sparkles and the shades we have been loving all year. Ahead, 23 nail ideas to ring in 2023.

 

1. Teal Shimmer

Green had a moment in 2022—we saw it everywhere from athleisure to handbags. So why not close out the year with this teal shimmer polish?

Essie
Jewels and Jacquard Only
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OPI
This Color's Making Waves
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2. Dark Purple

This shade of purple that’s almost black makes us want to go to a NYE masquerade party. If you’re throwing one, send us an invite just so we can get this mani.

OPI
Lincoln Park After Dark
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Olive & June
Velvet Pouf
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3. All Black

Whether you plan on wearing a black dress or black sweatpants this NYE, this is the manicure you need to match.

Essie
Licorice
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OPI
Black Onyx
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4. Graphite Sparkle

We’re loving this dark grey shade for NYE with sparkle on top. This mani has colorful mini sparkles, but you can do any color or chrome on top too!

Essie
Through the Lens
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OPI
Clean Slate
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5. Confetti Tips

Your nails will match the confetti in the air when the clock strikes midnight with these colorful tips on a classic nude manicure.

KISS
Bare But Better
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OPI
Cheers to Mani Years
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6. Disco

Turn heads on the dance floor of any New Year’s Eve party with this silver disco-inspired manicure.

OPI
IYKYK
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Essie
Set in Stones
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7. Bright Pink

Pink also had a moment this year, and this manicure screams “I’m here for the party.”

OPI
La Paz-itively Hot
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Nailtopia
Birds Of Paradise
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8. Black & Gold Sparkles

Black and gold are a dynamic duo any time of year, but especially on New Year’s Eve.

Essie
Licorice
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Sally Hansen
Wild Card
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9. Rose Gold

Want to keep it classy but still have a little fun? This rose gold sparkle manicure is a perfect choice.

Sephora
Silk Dreams
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Ella + Mila
Champagne Pop
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10. Subtle Gold Sparkle

If you like to keep it simple but want to kick it up a notch for the celebrations, add a little bit of gold sparkle to your bare nails and seal it with a top coat for some shine.

OPI
Brilliant
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Ella + Mila
Drippin' Gold
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11. Classic Red

Sure, you can wear red polish any time, but it’s more fun during the holidays. Get one last red mani while you can.

Essie
Bordeaux
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Sephora
Parisian Show
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12. Sparkly Pink

OK Barbiecore, we see you! We’re bringing all the Barbie-inspired manis with us into 2023, and you can’t stop us.

Sally Hansen
Quartz & Kisses
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Sally Hansen
Flashy Fuchsia
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13. Sparkle Tips

Whether you’re a fan of silver or gold (or both!), you can rock this sparkle tips nail idea with any outfit.

OPI
I Want It, I Got It
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Essie
Jingle Bell
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14. Fresh White

Looking to start the year fresh? Choose this simple, clean, white manicure.

Olive & June
HD
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Sephora
Under the Covers
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15. Royal Blue & Silver Sparkle

This is giving Taylor Swift’s Midnights. So naturally, it’s our favorite idea for NYE on this list.

Essie
Tied and Blue
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Sally Hansen
Hyp-nautical
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16. Burgundy Shimmer

Over holiday red but still want some color? This darker burgundy shade with sparkles is a classic choice.

Sally Hansen
Cinna-snap
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Revlon
Divine
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17. Silver Snow Tips

This manicure is festive and funky without being over the top with its shimmery tips and silver stripe.

Kiss
Serendipity
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Sally Hansen
Silver Snow
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18. Gold Foil

If you want to add some gold to your nails but don’t want to do traditional sparkles, we recommend an unexpected foil accent instead.

Mani Muse
You're a Gem
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Artips
Collette
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19. Metallic Gold

Skip the sparkles this year and go straight for a dramatic metallic polish on your tips or all over.

OPI
Sleigh Bells Bling
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OPI
Break the Gold
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20. Starburst

This funky starburst nail pattern will earn you compliments on New Year’s Eve, New Year’s Day, and beyond.

Deco Miami
Colorful Jewels
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Sally Hansen
Rose Bold
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21. Gold Tips Accents

Step up a traditional french manicure with a little bit of gold sparkle polish. You can it to your tips, as an accent, or both.

KISS
Crush Hour
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FingerPaints
Brushstroke of Brilliance
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22. White Swirls

These white swirl nails will make you feel fun, fresh, and ready for the new year ahead.

Static Nails
Sway
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Galmnetic
Marshmellow Swirl
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23. Colorful Stars

Opt for subtle star accent stickers on a barely-there polish for a simple, festive look. 

SheIn
Star Shaped Nail Gems
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SheIn
Colorful Starburst Sequins
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