20 nail polish ideas for your perfect party manicure
The festive period can be a bit hectic as the clock ticks down until Christmas. But if there's one thing you're going to forget about, just make sure it's not your nails. From shiny silvers and ravishing reds, to molten metallics, glistening golds and disco ball glitters, we've pulled together some of the best ready-to-party varnishes out there that will have your fingertips screaming for attention. So whether you're getting ready for a family dinner, work party or a night on the town, take a look at the perfect polishes for your DIY manicure. Too much sparkle is never enough...
Iconic Colour Nail Polish in Gold Glitter, £15, Burberry
Add a hint of sparkle your nails with Burberry's limited edition high shine glitter for an elegant finish.
Nail Lacquer in Sunrise…Bedtime, £12.50, [link url="https://www.opiuk.com/shop/sunrise-bedtime.html"]OPI[/link]
This party girl pink is inspired by Breakfast At Tiffany’s and will bring a glamorous sparkle to your nails.
Glitter Bomb in Bedazzle, £3.99, Rimmel London
This polish is literally a glitter explosion in a bottle, packed with different shapes to add maximum glitz to your nails.
Limited Edition Glitter Nail varnish Trio, £12.50, Topshop
These mini polishes are great for nail art lovers and ideal to pop into your bag to take to any event.
Glitterati Nail Paint in Socialite, £3.99, Barry M
The Glitteratti range from Barry M is the ultimate glam colour for glitter lovers. It will have your nails sparkling on the dance floor all night.
Professional Nail Lacquer in Living In Luxury, £9.98, All That Jazz
For an off the runway look this party season, opt for All That Jazz’s long lasting varnish. This bronze shimmer is ideal to match any outfit you choose.
Blossom Effect Nail Polish in Columbia Road, £15, Nails Inc
Not only is this confetti-effect polish party pretty, it will also help to strengthen your nails by boosting the production of keratin. Cute and healthy nails is exactly what we want.
Full Coverage Glitter Nail Polish in Can’t Be Tamed, £18, Deborah Lippmann
The holographic gold effects of this polish will help finish off any outfit. The golden specs will carry on sparkling even when the music when the music doesn't.
Nail Jewellery Top Coat in Diamond Arcade, £15, Nails Inc
Add a dazzling effect to any nail colour with Nails inc special effect polish for the ultimate party nail.
The Nail Polish in 162, £4.95, 3ina
Chip proof your colour with 3ina’s sophisticated, high shine and pluming effect polish for a professional salon look from your very own home.
Le Vernis Longwear Nail Colour in 536 Emeraude, £18, Chanel
Get into the festive period with this metallic green polish. It is ultra thin, ultra pigmented and very long lasting.
La Laque Couture in 1 Rouge Pop Art, £19, Yves Saint Laurent
This daring red from YSL will have all the attention at your fingertips. Build a couple of layers for an even bolder colour.
Treatment Enriched Nail Polish in Cherry Blossom, £14, Margaret Dabbs
For an elegant burst of colour, opt for award-winning Margaret Dabbs' enriched nail polish. Not only will it have your hands and feet looking chic, it will help strengthen and protect your nails during the party season.
Oxygenated Nail Lacquer in Star dust, £17, Nailberry
A thin coat of Nailberry's Christmas Edition polish is all you need to transform your nails into a shiny, salon worthy manicure.
Nail Lacquer in Lovers Creep, £19, Smith & Cult
This deep red is rich in colour and oozes sex appeal. Its flawless coverage and high shine will have your nails looking party perfect in no time.
Nail Lacquer in 032 London Conundrum, £8, Nailed London
Not a fan of colour? No problem. This black and white confetti effect is like Christmas in a bottle. This polish by Rosie Fortescue delivers durability and longitivtiy. Wear alone or as a top coat.
Holochrome Collection in Polychromatic, £4.99, Models Own
Get into the party mood with this holographic polish which also changes colour to add extra drama, extra colour and extra shine to your nails.
Color Riche Le Vernis A L’Huile in 670 Cobalt, £4.99, L'Oreal Paris
Treat your nails to a polish enriched with oils like this one by L'Oreal. This rich teal will have you ready to party with its mistake-free application.
Miracle Gel in Spice Age, £9.99, Sally Hansen
You won't have to worry about your nails with Sally Hansen's miracle gel polish. This two-week home manicure will have your nails ready for any occasion.
Diorific Vernis in 001 Nova, £20.50, Dior Holiday 2016 Limited Edition
This broken mirror effect topcoat looks ravishing over any colour. Dab onto the nail gently to achieve an even spread of product.
