The Swifite in your life should go ahead and book a mani appointment right now to get this perfectly on-theme nail art look, complete with silver moons and stars and NYE-appropriate lyrics.
OPI Nail Lacquer, Yoga-ta Get This Blue!, $11,49, amazon.com. SHOP
Regular glitter is great and all, but a few well placed stars are unexpected for the occasion. Use sparkles from the craft store (they’ll stick right onto wet polish), or pick up a special glitter polish.
Nails Inc. Starspotting In Soho Topper, $11, sallybeauty.com SHOP
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Perhaps the easiest nail art look of them all, but still so stunning: Paint nails clear or with a nude base coat, then stick on a small rhinestone—ideally in random spots on each nail for a whimsical feel.
Subay Nail Art Rhinestones, $8, amazon.com SHOP
The combination of a silver starburst set against a midnight blue tapered tip is so striking in its simplicity.
RYAOFLY 6 Sheets Four-Pointed Star Nail Stickers, $7.39, amazon.com. SHOP
If you’re looking for something simple that makes a statement, go for this negative-space look. Most of the nail is naked, and it has just the right amount of sparkle.
Àuda B. Metallic Gold Vegan Nail Polish, 18, nordstrom.com SHOP
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Press-on nails are ideal for the commitment-phobes and procrastinators among us. This set features touches of chrome, and can be worn for days or popped off on January 1 to make way for the next set.
ChillHouse in Tipsy Tinsel, $18, chillhouse.com SHOP
We love an ombré nail look and we love muted neutrals. So why not combine the two? Olive and June’s Cozy Cardigan set make it easy for you by putting together five shades that are perfect to go with any NYE outfit.
Olive & June Cozy Cardigan Set, $48, oliveandjune.com SHOP
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Pressed for time but still want a cool design? Go for nail stickers. There are so many incredible designs out there, but we’re currently obsessing over this galaxy-inspired one.
Deco Miami in Stars in Your Eyes, $8, deco.miami SHOP
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Chevron tips are a great way to accentuate length, especially on almond or stiletto-shaped nails. Layer different colors and finishes to make it more NYE-friendly.
Paintbox Nail Lacquer in Little Spark, $22, paint-box.com SHOP