20 Winter Nail Colors That Are Perfect for Sweater Weather
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Chocolate Brown
Hermès Les Mains Hermes Nail Enamel in Brun Bist
Chocolate Brown
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.
Chocolate Brown
Nails.Inc Caught in the Nude Naked Nails in Hawaii Beach
Chocolate Brown
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.
Navy Blue
Butter London Patent Shine 10x Nail Lacquer in Brolly
Navy Blue
Butter London Patent Shine 10x Nail Lacquer in Brolly
Credit: Amazon
No matter the season, a rich navy is on trend through spring. The deep shade isn’t as potent as black but adds a shiny luxe touch of depth to any beauty look.
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Wintry Blue
Lottie London Plant-Based Nail Color
Wintry Blue
Lottie London Plant-Based Nail Color
Credit: Walmart
This 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.
Wintry Blue
Addiction Tokyo Unknown Familiar The Nail Polish in Inner Universe
Wintry 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 the blues in your collection. And as an added bonus to its staying power, the formula also happens to dry more quickly than most.
Glossy Black
Gucci Glossy Nail Polish in Black Crystal
Glossy Black
Gucci Glossy Nail Polish in Black Crystal
Credit: Sephora
Black polish isn’t just reserved for spooky season. This midnight shade is the right kind of moody for winter.
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Glossy Black
Deborah Lippmann Gel Lab Pro Nail Polish in Fade To Black
Glossy Black
Deborah Lippmann Gel Lab Pro Nail Polish in Fade To Black
Credit: Amazon
Here’s another 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 that holds up without the need for UV curing.
Sage Green
Sally Hansen Miracle Gel in Leaf Me Be
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,” Legend says.
Emerald Green
Olive and June Nail Polish in Besties
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.
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Dusty Gold
Duri Nail Polish in Vinyl Records
Dusty Gold
Duri Nail Polish in Vinyl Records
Credit: Amazon
Gold seems like an obvious choice at the start of winter when everyone is in holiday mode, but the metallic whether deep or light warms up the skin all season long.
Dusty Gold
Beauty Pie Wondercolour Nail Polish in Gift Wrapped
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.
Eggplant Purple
Chanel Le Vernis Longwear Nail Colour in Oiseau de Nuit
Eggplant Purple
Chanel Le Vernis Longwear Nail Colour in Oiseau de Nuit
Credit: Chanel
This classic eggplant delivers the same vibrancy as classics reds without the same undertone concerns.
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Deep Plum
Emilie Heathe Nail Artist Nail Polish in Big Night Out
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.
Deep Red
OPI Nail Lacquer in Got the Blues for Red
Deep Red
OPI Nail Lacquer in Got the Blues for Red
Credit: Amazon
If you’re looking for a new variation on your go-to red manicure, oxblood and other deep red shades are especially timely this season. We’re loving this blue-red pick from OPI that complements just about any skin tone.
Deep Red
Christian Louboutin Beauty Lalaque Le Vernis Nail Color in Sevillana Wine
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.
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Red Brown
Essie Nail Lacquer in No To-Do
Red Brown
Essie Nail Lacquer in No To-Do
Credit: Amazon
At 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 seamlessly combination two of the best winter nail colors.
Barely-There Beige
Côte Nail Polish in No. 3 Barely There Beige
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.
Barely-There Beige
Dior Vernis Nail Polish in Muguet
Barely-There Beige
Dior Vernis Nail Polish in Muguet
Credit: Dior
This milky polish from Dior has a gel-like effect that doesn’t just look nice, but is also infused with extracts of peony and an extract of pistachio to keep nails strong and hydrated.
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Icy Silver
JinSoon Nail Polish in Halo
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.
Smoky Gray
Zoya Nail Lacquer in Tris
Smoky Gray
Zoya Nail Lacquer in Tris
Credit: Amazon
A deep smoky grayish brown hit the perfect balance between warm and cool tones.
Nykia Spradley is a beauty journalist with over 10 years of experience. She has served as the interim beauty director at Elle.com, commerce editor for Allure, and beauty editor at Essence. Nykia’s writing has also appeared in ELLE, Cosmopolitan, Marie Claire, Coveteur, TZR, and more. She holds a master’s degree in digital journalism from Columbia University. Nykia is a red lipstick and hot sauce enthusiast (respectively) and forever lover of ’90s R&B. Keep in touch on Instagram @nyksprads and learn more at nykiaspradley.com.
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