Let’s be honest… it’s not like we can go out and buy a whole new wardrobe every time the season changes. The easiest, most wallet-friendly (and commitment-free!) way to try out a new trend is with nail polish.
Newsflash: Pastels and variations on your go-to shades are totally ‘in’ for spring!
Nothing says 2019 quite like Pantone’s Color of the Year: Living Coral. The bright, golden orange just says ‘hello, it’s spring’, plus it looks super flattering on every skin tone. If you want to go bold, give canary yellow a go or bright Barbie pink. Both colours are eye-catching and give off a happy vibe.
If you’re going for a more mellow springtime look, you’re in luck because a few softer shades are trending this season. First, there’s sky blue. Rock the muted-down shade all over your nails. Or, try an oh-so-cool minty greens… basically lime green’s little sister. The mix between yellow and green might look a little Halloween ‘scary’ in the bottle, but it’s as easy to pull off as any pastel. Lastly, metallics are still big news (the silvers and golds are so mainstream, they’re essentially neutrals). Pair them with any look and they’ll match perfectly.
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No matter which direction you go, all of these trending spring nail colours will be sure to brighten your digits…and your mood.
1/ Best Bright Coral
This take on the trend is heavy on the orange, so if you’re looking for a bit more pigment, this is it.
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2/ Best Trendy Coral
As close to Pantone’s Color of the Year as you’ll get!
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3/ Best Shimmery Coral
This tangerine shade with just a touch of shimmer will leave you dreaming of a December beach holiday.
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4/ Best True Sky Blue
Look up sky blue in the dictionary, and you’ll find this polish. Okay, not really! But this cheery aqua is sure to get you in the springtime mood.
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5/ Best Baby Sky Blue
There’s something about this misty blue that’s tranquil and calming. And it’s not just because the shade is called “powder blue.”
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6/ Best Amped Up Sky Blue
Amp up the trend with this cornflower hue. You have the same light, airy feel but with a bit more oomph.
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7/ Best Soft Mint
Like a ice cold mint mojito, this colour will instantly refresh any look.
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8/ Best Bold Mint
This shade is as fresh as it gets!
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9/ Best Ice-Cream Mint
So delicious, you’ll want to eat it. Looks great on tanned toes!
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10/ Best Cool Metallic
Want a shade that is as cold as ice? We imagine that this is the shade Princess Elsa would rock.
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11/ Best Warm Metallic
Tend to reach for gold jewellery? Then this is your nail colour. The metallic paint is half gold, half silver, and entirely cool.
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12/ Best Glitter Metallic
This is the ultimate shimmery polish for glitter lovers everywhere. Wear it on its own or paint a coat over any polish to amp up the shine.
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13/ Best “It” Yellow
If Chanel makes it, it must be good! Two coats of this sunny shade is an instant outfit maker.
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14/ Best Long-Lasting Yellow
This long-lasting formula will make sure your trendy nails won’t chip, dull, or fade for days.
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15/ Best Pastel Yellow
If you’re looking for a softer shade try this sunny, sweet hue.
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16/ Best Soft Pink
Looking for a toned-down version of this notice-me colour? Try one with a bit more white, like this version from essence cosmetics.
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17/ Best Radiant Pink
In true Barbie fashion, this pink with a blue-undertone is a standout shade.
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18/ Best Bold Pink
It doesn’t get bolder or brighter than this!
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