January is not only the beginning of a new year: it is also the return of the nails that play, mix and superimpose styles. Soft textures, icy hues and vibes velvet re-design trends. Zoom in on the colors that will make you want to change varnish more often than hat!
After-ski collection: the cool mountain version manicure
In this winter 2025-2026, skiing does not inspire fashion: the chic mountain style also simmers with our nails! The new 的After-skis , is a must-have for a hot winter look. On the programme: delicate rendering, minimalist palette and lactate tones that remind of the snow freshly fallen.
Milky Pink: the Lactated Rose Signature of January
We open this season with Milky Pink, one pink nail polish tender slightly veiled, with the appearance of a virgin snow coat under a pink sky, as an echo to the padded look seen on the podium of Casablanca. He's a great match with the Milky nail trends and clean nails, and offers an ideal base of nail art. A so fresh touch to start the year!
Mist Grey: the sophisticated and graphic mist grey
The morning mist that clings to the snowy slopes of the cîmes is a fascinating spectacle. Mist Grey capture all poetry, with its blue-grey mineral. A shade effect Moncler. Simple but don't forget! Mist Grey is adopted in monochrome design manicure, based on a French manicure Twisted (white or silver tip) or in duo nail art with Milky Pink for a contrasting and soft effect.
Freckles: the brown nude version frosted sweet
A true favourite of the season, Freckles Revisits nude in a brown version with cold subtons, subtly wooded. A shade that evokes the comforting warmth of a hot chocolate between two tracks, perfect for a shaded manicure in brown tones. The same felt intensity is found on the side of the Moncler and the sublime afterski ensemble of actress Nina Dobrev. Freckles is the perfect nude and chic effortless of January.
Afterski mood activated: three soft shades for winter manicure. (@tagwalk, @moncler)
Chocolate Mint Freeze: Winter gourmet fashion version
After the soft pastel colours, place to a gourmet palette, inspired by spicy drinks and iced desserts of altitude. A frosted, mint and chocolate trio that is about to make a sensation under our ski gloves.
Tweed: the trendy textured brown
Tweed is a nail polish warm grey delicately pearly, as enveloping as a winter cashmere. Same colour as the dress plaid texture doudou dAcne Studios - I'm not. Why do we love him? It instantly structures the hand, it works no matter the shape of the nails and embodies the mind winter chic par excellence. A key part of the cold season, in short.
Pistachio: the frosty green that refreshes winter
Green varnish pastel slightly pulling on yellow, Pistachio was thought of as a mint green mixture and ice pistachio, which falls to peak to stick to the trend sportswear chic! This flagship colour is also found on the destructured trench of K-Way for the autumn-winter 2025 parade, where technical volumes give this green a modern and aerial look. Great to bring pepples to our long winter days.
Clove: the ultra desirable spicy chocolate
And then, we don't forget Clove, THE nail polish brown trend this season: a deep chocolate brown, raised with a tip of violet and burgundy. Intense but not dark. An ultra desirable varnish color, also seen on the stylish dolounes of the Canadian brand Moose Knuckles. Or how to cross winter with class. And why not add a distinctive touch to your manicure with a French metallic manicure or wild art nail pattern leopard - What? This Clove is definitely very inspiring!
When the winter chic flirts with gourmet nuances.
(@tagwalk, @mooseknucklescanada)
Crushed Velvet: the velvet elegance of January
Finally, here is a combination of more intense colours, for your evenings in town or dinners in the resort. The nail trend velvet effect (or velvet nails) imposes with deep reflections, rich visual texture and more mysterious hues.
Victoria Plum: The Divine Plum
This vibrant plum through pink, purple and brown accents, It's Victoria Plum. A varnish as rich as it is bright, ideal for giving character to a sober outfit. Its color recalls that of the poncho crop duo and waterproof skirt of the last show K-WayWho struck us in the eye! Easy to wear, Victoria Plum fits into the trend of colors liquid vellums, very present on the autumn-winter 2025 parades. A must-see of cold months.
Queen of Night: the sophisticated black
Nothing more chic than Queen of Night, this purple nail polish dark through grey, rich and slightly cloudy, which intrigues from the first glance with its Smoke/Floated Effect. It fits into the same aesthetic as the whole Michael Kors (fluid dress & structured coat) between assumed femininity and New York elegance... One of the bestsellers of winter that you can find in version Green Flash™ From January 30, 2026!
Shell: the white off light
We could not close this range of January Shades, not to mention Shell, one white varnish delicately cold broken yellow undertones. This varnish color perfectly embodies the trend of white nails that resurface this season. Retro, modern and designed to sublimate the most refined manicures. In it, we find the same luminous intensity as that of the immaculate ultra chic ski outfit seen at Moncler, between alpine appearance and contemporary sophistication. A nail polish for a minimalist manicure, a base of nail art or a look soft glam.
Vest effect guaranteed with Victoria Plum, Queen of Night and Shell.
(@tagwalk, @moncler)
How to choose its varnish color in January?
With the colours of the After-Ski collection, the Clear carnations will be at the party in January 2026. These soft and delicate colours will be the best effect on short and round nails. On the darker skins, the warm colors of Velvet nails, like the burgundy, red or brown, offer a bold and modern style. Opt for square or almond nails that accentuate the chic and sophisticated look. Discover more inspirations in our article on varnish colours to wear in winter.
Our application tips & care for winter
With colder temperatures, it is essential to integrate a manicure routine to pamper your nails so that they stay in perfect condition.
Start with good moisturize your cuticles : nourishing oil, such as theGreen oil, applied in daily massage will be welcome.
⚔️Line regularly and gently nails with a fine grain nail file 180 and focus on short nails to avoid hooks and other frequent breakage risks in winter.
✨Base coat and top coat are essential to ensure the proper holding of your varnish and bring the glossy gel effect that gives the necessary shine to your winter manicures.
🛡️Protect your hands from the cold and prevent skin drying by regularly applying a moisturizing cream such as the Hand Cream, for soft and delicately scented hands with pink, lavender or orange flower.
Just as with your skincare routine, regularity is the key to an impeccable manicure: maintain your nails throughout the winter with regular care thanks to the advice gathered in our dedicated article.
Winter manicure rhymes with daily care: think preparation, hydration, softness and protection.
The manicure tendencies of January 2026 prove one thing: winter is anything but monotonous! Frosted pastels or bright colors, spicy browns, purple stitching... each color opens a new inspirational trail. Let yourself be guided by your - I'm not. Now, test unexpected combos and play bold. This winter, your nails become the barometer of your mood
