Sage Green Is The Chicest Nail Color For Your Winter Manicures

Sage green probably isn't the first color you think of when it comes to deciding what color to get during a winter manicure session. That's because the more classic holiday shades and effects like reds, golds, or glitters tend to take over as we head into the colder months. Either that, or more traditionally wintery shades like blues are on nails the world over.

But sage green has made quite the splash over the winter months, and it turns out it may just be more versatile than you think. The muted green shade first reared its sophisticated head in the spring of 2023 — but it's only been gaining popularity since. And now it's become an absolute winter manicure staple that you're going to want to get in on. So, to celebrate the emergence of this gorgeous and delicate green shade in the winter, we're giving you some major nail inspo to take with you to the salon.

Who said sage green nails could only be super soft and delicate? The shade certainly can be, but it's totally versatile, and it's super easy to dress up a little more too. Adding a metallic shade like gold over the top of the color will help to dress it up a little more, giving it a glamorous twist without going over the top. And it looks super classy, too!

For those who love their French manicures and don't like to stray too much from the classic style, this is a super fun way to put a twist on the manicure staple while staying on trend. Applying the sage green only to the ends of the nail gives the French mani a sophisticated spin, while starting with a darker shade on the thumb and index finger and getting lighter towards the pinkie brings a somewhat unexpected dose of fun.

One of the best things about the sage green shade is that it's naturally sophisticated, so it's a great color to try in a manicure that's a little more dialed back but still fun. Mixing the color with a more neutral shade, such as baby pink, to create a marble effect is super classy and elegant but still allows you to express yourself with your nails elegantly and stylishly.

If you're someone who likes to make a statement with your nails, you may think sage green is a little too muted for you. But that's just not true. You can add a dose of sparkle and glam by adding statement making nail accessories, such as 3D butterflies. You can also have a heavy dose of bling with standard nail art rhinestones to add a little extra glitz to the color that may be a little too understated for you on its own.

If you've been paying attention to nail trends, you'll probably know that the shiny chrome manicure has been all over the place. So why not upgrade your sage nails by adding a little chrome powder over the top? This is another great way to bring a little something extra to the sage green shade if you like your nails to look a little more done.

Sage green is naturally a pretty soft color, so it lends itself very well to a traditionally feminine manicure. Adding floral designs over the top of the color is a delicate way to get a little girlie and have some fun at the same time. A yellow dot with slightly larger white dots around it is a quick and easy way to create a daisy on your nails, while a green tip or background perfectly lends itself to the natural, softer vibe so many floral manicures have.

Are you a fan of glitter? Then this twist on the sage green trend may just be what you're looking for. Adding some glitter to your manicure will inject a whole lot of fun and personality into your manicure. You can even only have glitter on an accent nail to let the sage green shade shine on your other fingers. Because sage green is quite a cool shade, it lends itself well to cool-toned glitters.

Another way to bring some sage green to your manicure while still standing out from the crowd is to opt for a matte shade over something shiny, shimmery, or glossy. Matte polishes can add an instant touch of sophistication to your manicure, while the addition of a little nail art in a matte shade over the top gives you the freedom to inject a little of your personality into the look. The possibilities are endless!