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Muted Green
Dazzle Dry Northern Lights
"This cool-toned muted green is the perfect color for chilly winter nights," says Hanna, "a beautiful blend of green, blue, and grey tones."
Vanilla
Gelcare Ivory Pearl Gel Nail Polish
"Warm vanilla shades are a great light neutral shade for winter," says Hanna. This shimmery sheer gel polish is a great option when you're in the mood to swap out the deep rich tones for something lighter.
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For Hanna, OPI's Malaga Wine is "a great option for those who love a chic and classic winter look."
Almost Black
Orly It's Not A Phase
"A gorgeous deep plum shade with a creamy finish that will look great all winter," says Hanna. "The Orly breathable formula is easy to apply and includes nourishing ingredients to keep your nails looking their best."
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Dark Chocolate
Hermès Les Mains Hermes Nail Enamel in Brun Bist
Credit: Bergdorf Goodman
A rich dark chocolate makes for the perfect transition from fall to winter...and then winter to spring (we plan ahead).
Milk Chocolate
Nails.Inc Caught in the Nude Naked Nails in Hawaii Beach
Credit: Sally Beauty
Hot chocolate is a winter staple, and so is a nail polish that delivers the same deliciously warm energy.
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Icy Blue
Lottie London Plant-Based Nail Color
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Credit: WalmartThis icy blue shade from Lottie London has winter written all over it, and features an 80 percent plant-based ingredient formula that's completely vegan.
Shimmery Blue
Addiction Tokyo Unknown Familiar The Nail Polish in Inner Universe
Credit: Addiction Tokyo
Addiction Tokyo's iridescent Inner Universe polish has a certain sparkle that likely stands out from the rest of your collection's blues. As an added bonus to its staying power, the formula also happens to dry more quickly than most.
Glossy Black
Deborah Lippmann Gel Lab Pro Nail Polish in Fade To Black
Credit: Amazon
Here's an option for black polish that's made to last, with a 10-free formula that isn't harsh on your natural nails. Its gel-like formula holds up without the need for UV curing.
Sage Green
Sally Hansen Miracle Gel in Leaf Me Be
Credit: Ulta
While sage green polish makes an excellent option for fall, experts love recommend it for winter, too. “I’d really like to see more people trying green out for winter too, the color of an evergreen feels so nice for a February or March manicure as spring starts,” celebrity nail artist Chaun Legend tells Bazaar.
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Emerald Green
Olive and June Nail Polish in Besties
Credit: Olive & June
As Legend previously mentioned, green is an unexpected shade that wears well during seasonal transitions or when your look calls for a more vibrant neutral.
Dusty Gold
Beauty Pie Wondercolour Nail Polish in Gift Wrapped
Credit: Beauty Pie
Add this gilded polish shade to your winter rotation. It's not only coconut oil-infused but also nicely chip-resistant and 7-free.
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Eggplant Purple
Chanel Le Vernis Longwear Nail Colour in Oiseau de Nuit
Credit: Chanel
This classic eggplant delivers the same vibrancy as classic red but works for all skin tones.
Deep Plum
Emilie Heathe Nail Artist Nail Polish in Big Night Out
Credit: Saks Fifth Avenue
Emile Heathe's nail polish bottles are as cool as the rich, opaque colors inside. They're magnetized so they stick together and won't slide around in your bag if you ever have to travel with them.
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Deep Red
Christian Louboutin Beauty Lalaque Le Vernis Nail Color in Sevillana Wine
Credit: Neiman Marcus
Louboutin Beauty's stylish, pointed bottle is a statement in itself, but the rich oxblood polish shade inside is equally as stunning.
Red Brown
Essie Nail Lacquer in No To-Do
Now 12% Off
Credit: AmazonAt first glance, it’s hard to tell if this Essie shade is dark red or chocolate brown, but it’s actually a hybrid of the two. Consider the polish a seamless combination of two of the best winter nail colors.
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Barely-There Beige
Côte Nail Polish in No. 3 Barely There Beige
Credit: Côte
A good nude polish never goes out of style. This sheer beige version from Côte is subtle enough to work with just about any beauty look.
Icy Silver
JinSoon Nail Polish in Halo
Credit: Jin Soon
Cool tones like this iridescent silver fit right into the icy vibes of a day skiing or running errands through snow-filled streets.
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Smoky Gray
Zoya Nail Lacquer in Tris
Credit: Amazon
A deep smoky grayish brown hit the perfect balance between warm and cool tones.
Meet the Experts
- Mazz Hanna is a nail artist and the CEO of Nailing Hollywood.
- Chaun Legend is a celebrity nail artist and artist-in-residence for Lottie London.
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