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11 Thanksgiving Nail Ideas to Wear This Holiday Season

Updated by Alyssa Bueno on October 14, 2025

 

It's just a few days until Thanksgiving Day, and there's so much to look forward to! From the delicious food and gifts of appreciation to your holiday outfit, we know you want to put your best foot forward for the occasion. We've got you covered with easy Thanksgiving nail designs you can wear for the season!

 

 

1. Short nails and gold stars

 

Products used:
Line Art Gel Kit - 001, 002 & 018
iGel Match - 099 Cappuccino

If you're looking for a unique nail design with blue French tips and a nude-colored base, then consider this nail art. It's a perfect encapsulation of the holiday season. iGel Beauty Alejandra Gaston created this cute, retro-inspired nail art.

 

 

2. Hand-drawn houndstooth design

 

Products used:
Dip & Dap Duo - DD001 Baby Powder (Pure White)
Dip & Dap Duo - DD177 Teddy Bear
Dip & Dap Duo - DD073 At Midnight

Another unique and cute nail design you can wear for Thanksgiving is this hand-drawn houndstooth design created by iGel Beauty Regina Le. It's a gel nail design that is surely long-lasting, and you can also add Swarovski crystals for more sparkle.

 

 

3. Plain and woody design 

 

Products used:
Dip & Dap Duo - DD073 At Midnight
Dip & Dap Duo - DD001 Baby Powder (Pure White)
Dip & Dap Duo - DD177 Teddy Bear
Dip & Dap Duo - DD027 Rare Beauty

Orange plaid and wood grain design with long nails look great for the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday. It also has a fall-inspired vibe to it that makes it an excellent option to wear. iGel Beauty Regina Le designed this nail art for Autumn lovers!



4. Pink sparkles delight 

 

Products used:
Dip & Dap Duo - DD174 Pinkie Promise

This nail art by iGel Beauty Karolina Pyryt proved to us that simplicity is the best. The pink shade and glitter added to the nail design make the look festive enough, and there's no doubt that you will be a headturner.


 

5. Chic pink

 

Products used:
Dip & Dap Duo - DD011 Seashell

This gel manicure features a chic pinkish white shade with the right amount of pearl effect. It's great for Thanksgiving or any occasion, and anybody would agree. If you want to keep your Thanksgiving look light and simple, this nail art by iGel BeautAsh Bash Danielle is perfect for you!

 

 

 

6. Glow-in-the-dark gel

 

Product used:
Dip & Dap Powder - Glow In The Dark - DDG14 Too Much Too Bare

This pink manicure may look ordinary at first glance, but the party starts when it's dark. At least once in your life, go for this manicure for Thanksgiving! This nail set was created by iGel Beauty Shannon Ford Bonesteel.

 

 

7. Classic red

 

Products used:
Dip & Dap Duo - DD112 Cherry Bomb
iGel Dual - Gel Base Coat + No Cleanse Top Coat

Another classic gel manicure you should wear for Thanksgiving. Red nails are a staple for holidays due to their bright and oozing sensuality. Vibe with iGel Beauty Cynthia Baula Roybal for this November event! If you're in the mood for red nails for the holidays, you can read our Taylor Swift Red album-inspired nails blog.

 


8. Blooming design

 

Products used:
Pro Gel Tips - PGT01 Long Coffin
Dip & Dap Duo - DD170 Nude Bar
Dip & Dap Duo - DD141 Bubblegum
Dip & Dap Duo - DD069 Electric Blue

Your beautiful nails should blossom during the holidays. If you want your nails to look presentable and dreamy for any event, you must try using a blooming gel. With this nail art, your nails will look ultra-classy and feminine. iGel Beauty Antoinette Kincaid is the master behind this look.

 

 

 9. Marble and Charms

 

Products Used:
Pro Gel Tips - PGT04 Medium Stiletto
iGel Gel Base Coat 0.5 Oz
Marble Ink - MI08 Maron Emperador
Marble Ink - MI09 Imperial Black
Platinum Ombre Gel - PL OM02 Champagne Luster
Nail Art Charms - 080
iGel No Cleanse Top Coat 0.5 Oz
Pro Gel Base 

This gorgeous nail design is definitely marble-ous! So, if you're looking for a fun yet unique take on the marble design, you know where to find it. You can top it all off with nail art charms to add more flair. iGel Beauty Heather Hums created this nail design, and it's perfect for Thanksgiving with its brown hues!

 

 

10. Nude variety

 

Products used:
Pro Gel System
Dip & Dap Powder - DD167 Angel Face

The nude color and nail designs are giving off a holiday vibe. It's the nails by iGel Beauty Asia Rebecca that'll look lovely for any outfit and occasion. Sweater weather with a hint of posh is all I need! 


 

11. Snoopy-inspired Fall Nails 

 

Products used:
3D Cat Eye - CE52 Blarney
Line Art Gel Kit

How adorable is it to have a Charlie Brown & Snoopy nail design for Thanksgiving? The warm colors and cute characters are irresistible! iGel Beauty Madie-May Mac created this eye-catching nail design. Nostalgia will be present in any conversation you'll have.


 

The holiday season has officially begun, and these easy yet beautiful Thanksgiving nail ideas are here to save the day. You can also take a look at these hues to fall in love with this Autumn. Get more nail inspiration in our iGel Beauty Facebook community! See ya!