The holidays are here, and there’s no better way to embrace the festive spirit on your website than with beautifully styled social sharing buttons. Whether you’re running a cozy Christmas store or spreading holiday cheer through your blog, these button designs are the perfect finishing touch to elevate your site’s aesthetics and functionality. Specifically optimized for Squarespace users, these styles blend elegance, festivity, and usability.

Why Customize Your Social Sharing Buttons?

Social sharing buttons are more than just a functional feature—they’re an extension of your brand identity. During the holiday season, these buttons can create an immersive experience for your visitors, leaving them with the festive joy we all love. Below, we explore three distinct holiday-themed designs you can add to your Squarespace site today!

Magical Winter Nights

Dramatic and bold, this design is inspired by snowy evenings and holiday magic. Features include:

• Dark Backgrounds: Contrasting beautifully with bright icons.

• Vibrant Glows: Adding a modern and mystical vibe to your page.

• Dense Snowfall Animations: Layers of cascading snowflakes create depth and motion.

• Circular Designs: Clean and stylish, these buttons are perfect for minimalistic layouts.

Best For: Premium stores, holiday promotions, and websites aiming for a luxury Christmas aesthetic.

Please note that these CSS styles are specifically designed to integrate seamlessly with the custom HTML and code injections we’ve developed. While you are welcome to explore and utilize the free CSS provided, keep in mind that they may not function as intended without the accompanying HTML structure and supporting scripts. To unlock the full potential of these designs, including step-by-step guidance and the necessary code components, we invite you to subscribe and gain access to the complete tutorial.

These vibrant icons add a playful winter touch, perfect for bringing joy to your website. Here is the CSS code for them:

/* Social Buttons Container */

.share-buttons {

display: flex;

gap: 20px;

justify-content: center;

margin-top: 20px;

flex-wrap: wrap;

position: relative; /* For snowflake placement */

}

/* Individual Share Icons */

.share-icon {

display: inline-flex;

justify-content: center;

align-items: center;

width: 60px;

height: 60px;

border-radius: 50%; /* Circular buttons */

font-size: 24px;

text-decoration: none;

background: linear-gradient(45deg, #ff9a9e, #fad0c4); /* Colorful gradient */

color: #ffffff; /* White logos */

border: 2px solid #f8b6c7;

box-shadow: 0 4px 12px rgba(255, 120, 120, 0.6), 0 0 20px rgba(250, 180, 200, 0.8); /* Playful frosty glow */

transition: all 0.3s ease;

}

/* Snowflake Animation */

.share-icon:hover::before {

content: '❊ . * . ❊ . ❊ . *';

position: absolute;

animation: snowfall 4s infinite ease-in-out;

font-size: 16px;

top: -10px;

opacity: 1;

color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);

}

/* Snowflake Animation Keyframes */

@keyframes snowfall {

0% { top: -20px; opacity: 1; transform: rotate(0deg); }

50% { transform: rotate(0deg); opacity: 0.8; }

100% { top: 80px; opacity: 0; transform: rotate(0deg); }

}

You can get the Golden Glow Icons with this CSS:

/* Social Buttons Container */

.share-buttons {

display: flex;

gap: 20px;

justify-content: center;

margin-top: 20px;

flex-wrap: wrap;

position: relative;

}

/* Individual Share Icons */

.share-icon {

display: inline-flex;

justify-content: center;

align-items: center;

width: 60px;

height: 60px;

border-radius: 50%;

font-size: 24px;

text-decoration: none;

background: radial-gradient(circle, #ffd700, #b8860b); /* Golden gradient */

color: #ffffff;

border: 2px solid #daa520;

box-shadow: 0 4px 12px rgba(255, 215, 0, 0.6), 0 0 20px rgba(218, 165, 32, 0.8); /* Golden glow */

transition: all 0.3s ease;

}

/* Snowflake Animation */

.share-icon:hover::before {

  content: '❊ .  * . ❊  . ❊    . *';

  position: absolute;

  animation: snowfall 4s infinite ease-in-out;

  font-size: 16px;

  top: -10px;

  opacity: 1;

  color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);

}

/* Snowflake Animation Keyframes */

@keyframes snowfall {

  0% { top: -20px; opacity: 1; transform: rotate(0deg); }

  50% { transform: rotate(0deg); opacity: 0.8; }

  100% { top: 80px; opacity: 0; transform: rotate(0deg); }

}

Again, a reminder, In this example, we have used some standard settings for the speed of the snowflakes and their density, but feel free to explore your own tweaks. :) 

How to Add These Buttons to Your Squarespace Site

Each design is crafted specifically for Squarespace users, ensuring compatibility and ease of use. While the CSS is entirely free to explore, the full implementation guide is part of our premium content subscription. By subscribing, you’ll get:

• Step-by-step tutorials on embedding these buttons seamlessly into your site.

• Tips on optimizing their appearance for mobile and desktop views.

• Additional festive styles and exclusive design tips for Squarespace users.

• Let’s not forget, in the end of the day, we are a shop, not a blog…. :)

Please note that these CSS styles are specifically designed to integrate seamlessly with the custom HTML and code injections we’ve developed. While you are welcome to explore and utilize the free CSS provided, keep in mind that they may not function as intended without the accompanying HTML structure and supporting scripts. To unlock the full potential of these designs, including step-by-step guidance and the necessary code components, we invite you to subscribe and gain access to the complete tutorial.

Ready to Spread the Cheer?

Make your website the highlight of the season with these enchanting social sharing buttons. Whether you prefer the subtlety of snowy glows, the fun of pastels, or the drama of winter nights, there’s a style for everyone. Perfect for Squarespace sites, these designs will capture the hearts of your audience and make sharing your content a delightful experience.

Get started now and give your website the holiday makeover it deserves! 🎄

Bonus: Need More Styles?

If you’re feeling inspired and want more custom options, subscribe to our premium plan and unlock a treasure trove of exclusive holiday-themed button designs!