Vietnamese Lunar New Year (Tet) 2027 falls on Saturday, 6 February 2027. Fresh nails are the easiest way to feel festive – for year-end parties, family visits and those áo dài photos. If you're in Da Nang for the holiday, here are 10 Lunar New Year nail ideas for 2027, grouped by colour and style, plus tips for short nails, toes and when to book.
Popular Lunar New Year nail colours
Three colour families always top the list at Tet, because they're both festive and meaningful:
- Red: the colour of luck, perfect with a red áo dài and the holiday mood.
- Gold and gold glitter: a symbol of prosperity that adds instant luxury.
- Peach pink: soft and fresh like spring peach blossoms.
The red Lunar New Year in 2028 nails
Red is the go-to Tet colour. Change the shade or add one small detail and you get a completely different look.
1. Glossy cherry red
Simple and timeless. A glossy cherry red makes hands look brighter and stands out in every holiday photo. See gel polish.
2. Wine red with a gold line
Deep wine red with a fine gold line near the cuticle – elegant for year-end parties and velvet áo dài.
3. Red French tip
A festive take on the French manicure: sheer pink nude with a thin red tip. Still office-friendly, yet unmistakably New Year.
Cat eye Lunar New Year nails
Cat eye gel uses magnetic particles to create a streak of light that moves as you tilt your hand – far more eye-catching than a solid colour. Red cat eye is the Tet favourite, while champagne gold and emerald green cat eye also suit the spring season. See cat eye gel.
4. Red cat eye
Deep red with a pink-toned light streak down the centre, shimmering under party lights. Pairs with an áo dài or an evening dress.
Blossom nail art for Tet
Yellow mai blossoms and pink peach blossoms are the flowers of Vietnamese Tet and symbols of good fortune. Paint them on one or two nails and keep the rest solid.
5. Yellow mai blossom
Tiny yellow mai flowers on a nude or milky white base. Mai is the signature Tet flower in Central and Southern Vietnam, including Da Nang. See hand-painted gel.
6. Pink peach blossom
Soft pink base with a few small peach blossoms – gentle and feminine, lovely with pastel outfits.
Gold glitter and metallic Tet nails
For the most glamorous New Year look, choose gold glitter or a metallic finish.
7. Champagne glitter
Fine champagne-gold glitter over the whole nail – sparkly under lights without being too loud.
8. Gold chrome
A mirror-like gold chrome that truly stands out at New Year parties. See chrome gel.
9. Gems and charms
A red or nude base with a few small gems or gold charms on one or two nails. Keep it minimal so your nails stay neat and practical. See gems, charms & glitter.
Simple Lunar New Year nails
No need to go elaborate – neat nails with one festive accent look great and match everything from work to celebrations.
10. Nude with a glitter accent
Glossy nude on all nails with gold glitter on the ring finger. Festive enough for Tet, subtle enough for the office.
More simple ideas: one solid red; milky white with a single mai blossom; pink nude with a fine glitter line.
Lunar New Year nails for short nails
- Solid cherry or wine red – deep shades make short nails look neat and intentional.
- Nude on all nails with gold glitter on one.
- A single mai blossom on the ring finger, solid colour on the rest.
- Avoid large patterns or many colours, which make nails look shorter.
Want stronger, slightly longer nails before the holiday? Consider a BIAB overlay.
Lunar New Year toe nails
Sandals season meets Tet, so your toes deserve a festive touch too. Bold, glossy solids work best on toes:
- Cherry or wine red: matches red fingernails and brightens your feet.
- Gold glitter: sparkles with every step in sandals.
- One mai blossom on the big toe: with the rest in the same solid colour.
Gel usually lasts longer on toes than on hands because toenails grow more slowly. Add our foot spa combo for soft, smooth feet. More ideas in our gel pedicure ideas.
When should you get your Tet nails done?
- 3–5 days before Tet: gel lasts 2–3 weeks, so your nails will look fresh through the holiday and the trips that follow.
- Book 1–2 weeks ahead: nail salons get very busy right before Tet.
- Bring a photo of your outfit: our technicians will suggest colours that match.
- Our Tet opening hours: [Tet opening hours]. Many businesses in Vietnam close for a few days around Tet, so plan ahead if you're visiting.
Lunar New Year nail prices at 1996 Nail Studio
| Service | Price (VND) |
|---|---|
| Single-colour gel | 130,000 |
| Multi-colour gel | 140,000 |
| Cat eye gel | 300,000 |
| Chrome gel | 400,000 |
| Hand-painted gel (blossoms…) | 5,000 – 50,000 per nail |
| Gems, charms, glitter | 5,000 – 30,000 per nail |
| Foot spa combo | 150,000 |
Final prices depend on the design. Send us a reference photo on WhatsApp for a quote. See the full price list.
More nail designs from 1996 Nail Studio
- Our nail gallery
- Best gel nail colours for your skin tone
- Bridal nail ideas
- Beach nail designs in Da Nang
Ready to welcome the New Year with fresh nails? Book online at 1996 Nail Studio – our Ngu Hanh Son or An Hai branch in Da Nang – or message us on WhatsApp/Zalo at +84 794 430 771. Over 1,000 colours, English-speaking staff.
