8 Festive New Year’s Nail Art Ideas That Aren’t the Least Bit Cheesy (PHOTOS)

It's almost time to break out the bubbly, watch the ball drop, and smooch someone cute at midnight. If you're thinking of getting your nails into a New Year's Eve spirit too, here are some pretty, sparkly, but not tacky or too over-the-top (or too hard to do!) ideas, tutorials, and kits. Happy New Year!

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Half Moon Mani

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There is something so saucy and sexy about a half moon manicure! You could use black, dark blue or even dark forest green polish, and either silver or gold glitter. Tres chic.

Sparkly French Mani

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This glittery twist on a French manicure manages to look chic and sleek while still being fun and festive.

Trend Tips in black and gold glitter

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Sephora by OPI Trend Tips are SO EASY to apply and they look great! ($6 at Sephora)

Falling Glitter

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This falling glitter nail art tutorial is much simpler than it looks!

Ciate Caviar Manicure

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Ciate

If there is ever a night for caviar at your fingertips, it's New Year's Eve! Ciate makes great DIY nail art kits, and the Caviar Manicure is uber festive and pretty. ($25 at Nordstrom)

Matte Black French Manicure

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A matte black French manicure? GENIUS, I say.

Chunky Glitter Stripe

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Nude polish is always a little sexy, and the stripe of glitter polish adds the right amount of New Year's bling.

"Bling It On" in Rose Gold

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The Nails Inc. "Bling It On" kit in rose gold is perfect for New Year's Eve. ($22.50 at Sephora)