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With a mixture of small and large gold particles, this clear glitter polish can be built up for a full on sparkly finish. 

Nail lacquer in Shattered Souls, £19, Smith and Cult at Cult Beauty

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The custom-made brush on this copper shimmer polish allows you to apply and go with just one coat.

Nail lacquer in 703, £20, Giorgio Armani at Debenhams

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With hundreds of particles of silver glitter, apply this polish either as a sparkling top coat or alone for a festive mirror-like finish.

Silver glitter nail polish in 453, £15, Burberry

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This dark bronze metallic nail polish is a grown-up alternative to the traditional festive colours.

La Laque Couture nail polish in Aztec Bronze, £19, YSL

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Add a sprinkle of sugar-plum sweetness to your festive look with this glitter-packed polish.

Glitter polish in Fairy Whisper, £9, Ciaté

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Nail varnish doesn't get more festive than this luxurious glittering red.

Glitter polish in Ruby Red Slippers, £18, Deborah Lippman at Harrods

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For a quick fix, layer this 'broken mirror' effect top coat over your everyday nail colour for a glimmering top coat that will take you from office to Christmas party.

Diorific Vernis nail polish in Nova, £20.50, Dior at Selfridges

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Another classic Christmas red, but for those who prefer a subtle shimmer to all out sparkle. 

Nail colour polish in Leading Lady, £11, Essie at Amazon

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The glittering pigments in this aubergine nail polish are infused with a delicate floral, fruity fragrance. 

La Petit Robe Noire nail polish in Black Perfecto, £17, Guerlain at Selfridges

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This subtle rose-gold polish doubles up as a strengthening nail treatment thanks to the inclusion of sweet almond oil and matcha.

Sweet Almonds polish in Mayfair Market, £14, Nails Inc at Space NK

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Nailberry's innovative L'Oxygéné range contains a breathable formulation, allowing air and moisture to pass through the polish - resulting in healthier nails.

Pink Sand polish, £17, Nailberry

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For a more subtle shimmer, give yourself frosted finger tips with Cheeky's Ice Queen Nail Paint, which contains very fine glitter for a pearlescent finish. 

Ice Queen Nail Paint, £8, Cheeky at Cowshed

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