Summer’s just around the corner, and there’s no better time to get your toes pedi-ready. Here are a bunch of shades to have a bit of fun with and inspire your summer self.
Mix up your polish collection with unexpected vibrant hues. Try two coats of a sunny yellow with a hint of shimmer or go for a burst of attention-getting orange.
From left: Givenchy Vernis Please! Nail Lacquer in Acid Orange, Yves Saint Laurent La Laque in Electric Yellow, Chanel Nail Colour in Mimosa, Essie Nail Polish in Braziliant.
Shimmery Metallics
From clothing and accessories to makeup and polish, gilded metals are a must. Give your feet some glam power with these favourites and be sure to finish the look with a high-gloss topcoat.
From left: Nars Nail Polish in Desperado, OPI Nail Lacquer in Lucerne-tainly Look Marvelous, Dolce & Gabbana The Nail Lacquer in Platinum, Zoya Professional Lacquer in Jules.
Pinks and reds remain permanent warm-weather staples and always exude timeless elegance. Go for a tomato or fire engine red and any pink ranging from pale and dusty to bold raspberry.
From left: Essie Nail Polish in Lion Around, CND Colour in Raspberry Parfait, By Terry Terrybly Nail Lacquer in Eccentric Vermillion, Zoya Professional Lacquer in Sooki.
Dark colors look chic year-round. Replace your charcoal grays and blacks for deeper pigments that pop like turquoise, navy, cornflower blue and purple.
From left: Dior Vernis in Purple Mix, Yves Saint Laurent La Laque in Turquoise Blue, Deborah Lippmann in I Know What Boys Like, OPI Nail Lacquer in Road House Blues.
If you’re usually drawn to nude-based shades, an easy way to change up your routine is with a light-reflecting pastel. Pearly periwinkles and light glimmery pinks and purples are easy on the eyes and the toes.
From left: OPI Nail Lacquer in Play the Peonies, Butter London Nail Lacquer in Lady Muck, Rescue Beauty Lounge in Insouciant, Essie Nail Polish in Smooth Sailing.