![]() We love that it only takes two coats of this polish to achieve opaque coverage, plus it has impressive longevity (on average, you can go a week without experiencing any chips). When applied against deep skin, the dark brown color provides nails with a moody, neutral shade perfect for standing out just enough to get noticed while still playing the part of a subtle nude. If you looked at this shade and thought you were reading the wrong article, hear us out: We know it has a blue-ish tint, but those who have cooler-toned deep skin are more likely to find their perfect nude by choosing darker, fruit-forward colors like plum or blueberry. What We Don’t Love: It’s not fast-drying. What We Love: The cool-toned shade is long-lasting, and the rich color looks incredibly natural against deeper skin tones. But since the coverage is sheer to begin with, we’re pleased to report that chips, for the most part, go unnoticed.įinish: Glossy | Shade: Sheer chocolate with neutral tones | Size: 0.4 oz. ![]() Note that because the lacquer is thin, it is more likely to chip than other options. It also is chock full of repairing ingredients like vitamin E, tea tree oil, and arginine (a strengthening amino acid), so your nails become stronger with wear. This polish doesn’t just look natural, though. ![]() Similar to a tinted skin moisturizer, it evens out nail color without being too heavy for an elevated take on a basic manicure. The luxurious dark brown prevents skin from looking dull or washed out the way lighter shades might, and its sheer finish gives nails a crisp, clean look. To avoid mannequin hands (think: Matching skin and nail color), deep skin with warm undertones should opt for a rich hue - like this chocolatey shade from Butter London. What We Don’t Love: It doesn’t have a very long wear time. What We Love: Butter London uses a formula with nourishing and strengthening ingredients (like vitamin E and tea tree oil) for a luxe-looking sheer nude. So, we tapped experts for their advice on nailing the perfect polish suited for deep, dark, olive, tan, medium, and fair skin tones, as well as considerations like formula, finish, and durability.īelow, take your digits the extra mile with our picks for nude nail polishes you’ll never want to stop reapplying. And finding a nude nail polish isn’t as easy as getting a recommendation from your friend since one color can look different from one person to another based on individual skin tones and undertones. Celebrity manicurists turn beiges and browns into artistic designs, and stars from Megan Thee Stallion to Laverne Cox accessorize their red-carpet looks with subtle yet glamorous nail colors.īut as the lingerie and makeup industries have come to learn, we all know nude isn’t a single swatch on the color wheel. Nude nails dominate the “That Girl” aesthetic for a less is more attitude many of us are leaning into, and these neutral colors prove bright lacquers aren't the only fun options. But while choosing between hues is highly individual, certain things are universal for the season, like “transitioning to deeper tones and starting to play with matte or velvet textures,” explains nail artist Betina Goldstein, who counts Zoë Kravitz and Eiza González as clients.In a growing world of capsule wardrobes and minimalism, it's never been easier to make the case for a “boring” manicure. “If you look good wearing that color as clothing, it’s more than likely going to look great as a nail color, too,” she says. When looking for a new, flattering nail shade, Stone recommends rifling through your fall wardrobe. “Fall reminds me of earthy neutral shades, like the tonal browns, and an evening fall sky with nocturnal blues,” says Choi. “I love looking at nature for inspiration-and with the changing colors of the leaves, it’s the perfect season for this.” By day and night, New York City editorial pro Jin Soon Choi is also musing on colorful landscapes. ![]() “This means adjusting my wardrobe, the way I decorate my home, and even the nail colors I’m drawn to!” For manicurist and LeChat Nails educator Syreeta Aaron, autumn is her favorite time of year for nail art and color. “As the weather starts to change and transition into fall, I notice myself wanting to create a cozier environment for myself in every aspect of life,” says celebrity manicurist Steph Stone. Leave it to tried-and-true fall nail colors to instantly get you into an autumnal frame of mind.
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