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The 15 Best Winter Nail Polish Colors for Every Type of Vibe

Will you go dark and moody or sparkly and bright?

winter nail polish 2019
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There’s no easier way to brighten up your winter wardrobe than with a fresh manicure. While the cold-weather months might not be everyone's favorite time of year, you can always count on the season to bring the chicest winter nail polish colors. Classic holiday nail polish colors usually involve crimson reds, forest greens or shimmery golds, and once the festivities have ended, vampy burgundies, edgy blacks and rich browns always take over.

This year, however, we’re expecting to see a shift towards more neutral earth tones, including beige, taupe, and gray. But that doesn’t mean that there will be any shortage of flair. Vibrant colors like mustard yellow, rose gold, and deep blue will also be making an appearance.

Ready to find the best winter nail polish colors of 2020? Embrace the colder temperatures with these timeless shades and trending new hues that are worth adding to your nail polish drawer. And if you’re not the swiftest with a nail polish brush, there are always press-on nails.

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A Party Companion
OPI Hello Kitty Nail Polish in Glitter All the Way
OPI

Nothing says festive like gold glitter! Let this nail polish from OPI's new Hello Kitty collab be your plus-one to upcoming holiday parties. 

More: These Holiday Nail Polishes Are Party-Perfect

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Pink, But Make it Winter
Olive & June Polish in OJSM
Olive and June

Pink nail polish is classic enough for any time of year, and this shimmery opaque rose gold shade is perfect for spicing up your manicure game. You’ll also love this polish for its wide, fan-shaped brush and salon-quality gel-like finish, which is also incredibly easy to take off compared to similar foil formulas. 

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A Fancy (Not Tacky) Green
Smith & Cult Nail Lacquer in Darjeeling Darling
Smith & Cult
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Smith & Cult's Darjeeling Darling is a pick we pull out every year at the first sign of cold weather. The rich, emerald green shade feels elegant AF, both on your nails and sitting on your nightstand.

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An Iconic Red
Dior Vernis Couture Colour Gel-Shine Nail Lacquer in Rouge 999
dior

Dior's nail polish might be pricier than most, but the easy-to-apply brush and shine-packed, longwear formula makes it worth every bit. The signature Rouge 999 is a truly iconic choice for any time of the year. 

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A Non-Basic Neutral
Butter London Patent Shine 10X Nail Lacquer in Mums The Word
Butter London

Need a neutral that still feels wintry? This rosy taupe is one you won't quickly tire of. The formula is chip-resistant and has a cushiony gel-like finish. 

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Diamond-Like Shine
Nails Inc. Nail Polish in Moon Boots
Nails Inc.

The winter white trend has never been easier to achieve thanks to this snowy opal polish, which has a unique color-flip pink shimmer to it for added dimension and bling. 

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Quick-Dry Formula
Orosa Nail Paint in Midnight
Orosa

You can't go wrong with a navy nail polish. It's the sophisticated way to give any outfit a color pop. We love this one from Orosa for its 14-free formula that dries crazy-fast.

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A Rich Bordeaux
essie Nail Polish Glossy Shine Finish in Wicked
essie

Some people like to coordinate their polish to their outfit. We prefer to match our wine glass. Essie's fan-favorite Wicked shade is a glossy bordeaux that gets deeper with each coat.

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Not Your Average Nude
JINsoon Nail Lacquer in Nostalgia
JINsoon

If nude nails are more your vibe, you'll definitely want to give JINsoon's a try. It's an elegant pink beige that will have you feeling glamorous and put-together without any unwanted commotion. Plus, the formula is 10-free and will help support healthier nails with every wear. 

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Merry & Bright
Nailtopia Nail Lacquer in Run Now Wine Later
Nailtopia

Nothing gets you in the Christmas spirit like a rich, shimmery deep red nail polish. This eco-friendly formula is made with nail-strengthening superfood ingredients to prevent that brittle feeling you get after wearing nail polish for too long. 

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Mellow Yellow
Cirque Colors Crème Nail Polish in Urbanized
Cirque Colors

Mustard yellow is already our favorite sweater color, and this winter, it will be everyone's go-to manicure color as well. Not only will this bold yellow polish warm up your mood, but its velvety-smooth finish will also make you feel like you went to the salon. 

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Ice Queen-Approved
Deborah Lippmann Gel Lab Pro Nail Polish in Woke
Deborah Lippmann

We can never say no to an icy blue. Channel snowy scenes (or Frozen's Elsa) with this compliment magnet of a color from Deborah Lippmann.

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A Posh Purple
Christian Louboutin Rouge Louboutin Nail Colour in Lady Page
Christian Louboutin

Thinking it's time to branch out from OPI's Lincoln Park After Dark? Christian Louboutin's Lady Page is a regal purple with subtle red tones that may well become your new favorite.

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A Winter Staple
Sephora Collection Color Hit Mini Nail Polish in Winter Spirit
Sephora Collection

A dark gray is our go-to moody neutral during the winter season. This glossy tone from Sephora Collection matches everything, from colorful sweaters to head-to-toe black.

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Bold Blue
Zoya Nail Lacquer in Elliot
Zoya

This breathable 10-free nail polish will keep you on-trend with its deep peacock blue hue, which also features a touch of black for added edge. 

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