16 Sweater Nail Ideas to Pair With Your Cozy Winter Looks (2024)

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Let it Snow Autumnal Comforts Royal Blue Grayscale Sweater Chrome Sweater Sweater with a Twist Glitter Edition Holiday Sweater White as Snow Classic Plaid Pretty in Pink Duochromatic Holiday Party Subtle Sweater Glowing Gingham Perfectly Plaid

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Winter is coming, so now is the perfect time to start dipping into the cold-weather mani inspo you've been saving all year long. One way we're matching our polish to our bundled-up ensembles is the sweater nail trend. Though it started as a simple, solid look, it has now evolved into a multitude of colors, prints, and variations. Need help picking one for you? We've got all the inspo you need. Read on for 16 sweater nail ideas to lean into a cozy winter mani.

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Let it Snow

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Let it snow on your fingertips, whether the weather outside is frightful or not. There's something so dreamy about this color combo: A nude sweater accent nail pairs with the sweetest baby blue base and snowflake design. The cherry on top? An ombré nude to blue nail that melts the entire mani together.

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Autumnal Comforts

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There's something about the fall color palette that's good for the soul. Combined with a sweater design, this mani couldn't be sweeter. The matte base and glossy design add a pop of texture to this colorful set.

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Royal Blue

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This stunning royal blue set will turn heads at first glance, and the details will garner compliments galore. Intricate sweater designs pair beautifully with a bold French tip and the most delicate snowflake you've ever seen. These are the winter blues we like to see.

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Grayscale Sweater

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This grayscale mani levels up a classic with different patterns on each nail: a classic sweater design, a cross-stitch nail, and a sweetheart accent. A solid glossy thumb and pinky sandwich these matte designs to add contrast.

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Chrome Sweater

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If you've never seen chrome sweater nails before, bask in the mesmerizing beauty of this manicure. A unicorn chrome base topper pairs with a matte taupe sweater print to create a unique, wearable, and whimsical look.

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Sweater with a Twist

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Are you intrigued by the idea of a classic sweater manicure but want to add a little funk to it? Allow us to introduce you to this design, which features a recognizable knitwear pattern in a matte white on half of each nail, with a loose, abstract divide and negative space creating an artsy take on unraveling.

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Glitter Edition

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My favorite type of manicure is one where you notice another aspect of the design every time you look at it. These sparkly sweater nails have so many details to admire, from the small glitter stripes to the intricate knit design to the complexity of the ring finger accent nail.

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Holiday Sweater

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This sweater set feels both jolly and chic, providing an instant way to get into the holiday spirit. You could even build a full outfit from this mani: a white knit with a tartan plaid skirt, nude tights, and red heels. In other words, it's the perfect winter combo.

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White as Snow

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If you're looking for a versatile set that looks subtle from afar but stunning up close, look no further than this gorgeous all-white manicure. The snowflake detailing looks practically as complex as the beautiful, unique flakes we see each winter, the sweater nails integrate glitter stitching for a festive touch, and the classic French tip ties everything together.

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Classic Plaid

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While your mind might first jump to cable knit designs like the ones above when thinking of sweater nails, don't forget the classic plaid staple sweater that's likely been in your closet since childhood. It will never go out of style, and that applies to your mani as well. This design feels subtle enough to wear every day, but the glitter detailing adds a fun, festive touch.

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Pretty in Pink

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This fun bubblegum set instantly transports us to Candyland. If Princess Lolly and Queen Frostine collaborated on a manicure, this would be the result. The pink sweater nail complements a frosted snowflake design and pink peppermint twist, creating a playful moment that sparks joy.

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Duochromatic

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There's something satisfying about a monochromatic manicure. It feels crisp, precise, and clean, and this set—which is all black on one hand and a muted beige on the other—is a stunning modern example. The left and right hand may be a stark contrast from each other, but the consistency within each hand's matte sweater tips and minimal lines keeps things cohesive.

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Holiday Party

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This set has a wrapping paper energy about it in the best way possible. Incorporating cable knit and plaid styles keeps this mani feeling primed for winter. Of course, the star of the show is the central reindeer design, which reminds us of the kitschy sweaters we often see at holiday parties. The pinky adds a modern twist with espresso-colored candy cane stripes.

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Subtle Sweater

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This manicure resembles the type of holiday sweater you might try to wear year-round (whenever the temperature allows, of course). The design is classic and sleek, with a light, milky base, and textured stripes to create a true knitwear feel. The glittering gold stripes add a tinsel-inspired element to this set, providing a subtle dose of luxury.

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Glowing Gingham

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This maximalist set incorporates two staple winter styles into one cohesive look. Two nails take a velvet design to the next level with snowflake detailing for a fuzzy sweater moment. Plus, the abstract gingham half-nail designs feel equally classic and cozy.

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Perfectly Plaid

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This manicure's taupe-banana base mutedly complements its classic holiday plaid color scheme of red, green, and blue. This is a standout universal winter set, regardless of the occasion.