When thinking about some fashion choices you may make this time of year, you must not forget a simple detail that can make or break an outfit: your nails. Festively decorating your hand can not only make you feel amazing but also enhance anyone’s holiday cheer. However, in my opinion, there is a right and wrong way to do it. So, how should one get their nails done this time of year while staying on trend?

Before we get into the more fun stuff, let’s talk shape. In the past few years, the “coffin” shape of acrylic nails has been the most prominent, and for good reason too. Its classic, sleek style gives the person more creative freedom when it comes to designs and artwork. More recently, however, the “almond” shape has come to show out and become possibly the most popular, giving the wearer a more trendy look. The almond shape’s soft, laid-back style would perhaps be a better fit for someone of a softer nature. Now, of course, there are more than two shapes for acrylic nails, but personally, I think the coffin and almond are the best options in order to stay on trend.

Color, color and more color! Color should be the first thing you think of before considering the design you want to go for. There are obviously the traditional Christmas colors or red and green which are always solid options. Why not try to go outside the box though? Maybe try pink, gold or grey.

It’s now time for the best design choices for the holidays. The design you choose to fit your holiday vibe is possibly the most crucial element in the nail journey. A simple colored French tip in a color like red, or even interchanging colors of red and green for a sense of both whimsicality and sleekness. You could also go for a solid holiday-themed color on the majority of the nails, then add an accent nail of a fun design. Recently, the effect look of a sweater or plaid has been very on trend for a more simplistic feel to go as an accent nail.

No matter what you choose to do in regard to your nails, all that matters is what you feel great in. Choose what feels best for you, that’s what’s really on trend.