By Liam Carter
Best SplurgeHermès Les Mains Hermes Nail Enamel in Bleu EncreBest SplurgeHermès Les Mains Hermes Nail Enamel in Bleu EncreCredit: Saks Fifth AvenueMidnight blue makes for a perfect winter shade, with its depth and fullness that can make any nail pop. We especially love this shade from Hermès, which provides full creamy coverage and long-lasting wear. (Plus, it makes for one of the chicest holiday gifts).Best RedPLA Gel Polish in Very Merry KissmasBest RedPLA Gel Polish in Very Merry KissmasCredit: PLAA bright red can be worn all year round, but there's something especially festive about this wonderful shade. This PLA polish is a bright neon take on the classic color and it boasts a formula—as with any PLA polish—that is free from harmful ingredients such as formaldehyde, parabens, phthalates, resin, and more.Best SparkleChanel Le Vernis Longwear Nail Colour in 171 SequinsBest SparkleChanel Le Vernis Longwear Nail Colour in 171 SequinsIs it even winter without some shimmer? We always know to turn to Chanel for a classic black shade, but if want to subtly elevate the look you go for this glitter finish that's just lovely.Advertisement - Continue Reading BelowBest Clean PolishGitti Nail Lacquer in No. 186Best Clean PolishGitti Nail Lacquer in No. 186Credit: GittiSince making its debut in the US this past summer, Gitti polish has been at the top of everyone's list. Made with an 82 percent plant-based formulation that is also free of 30 known toxic ingredients, this polish gives your nails great color coverage as well as providing beauty lovers with one of the cleanest polishes out there. Our pick this winter is this bright deep plum called No. 186.Best GoldSally Hansen Insta Dri Nail Lacquer in Go For GoldBest GoldSally Hansen Insta Dri Nail Lacquer in Go For GoldCredit: AmazonShiny and warm, gold is the classic metallic to turn to in any winter. This one from Sally Hansen dries in about a minute, so you can move right on to gift wrapping and other important winter things.Best Shade NameButter London Patent Shine 10X Nail Lacquer in Boozy ChocolateBest Shade NameButter London Patent Shine 10X Nail Lacquer in Boozy ChocolateCredit: Butter LondonThis rich chocolate brown makes for a great everyday option and comes in a glossy sheen for those that what their nails to really shine. Plus, foodie beauty was one of the biggest trends this year, and this shade of chocolate fits perfectly.Advertisement - Continue Reading BelowBest Long-LastingJinSoon Nail Lacquer in ObsidianBest Long-LastingJinSoon Nail Lacquer in ObsidianCredit: JinSoonTiny silver flecks brighten up this deep JINSoon black shade. Plus, it also has one of the best-staying powers of any polishes out there (with a formula that is 21-free), so turn to this when you want your mani to last as long as possible.Best BrownTenoverten Nail Lacquer in CliffBest BrownTenoverten Nail Lacquer in CliffCredit: TenovertenThere's just something warm and inviting about terracotta. In summer, this would look like the perfect beachy neutral. But in winter? It's giving gingerbread in the best way.Best Bright ShadeCiaté London Plant Pots Nail Lacquer in Iced FrappeBest Bright ShadeCiaté London Plant Pots Nail Lacquer in Iced FrappeCredit: CiatéA light lavender shouldn't only be worn in spring. What's cool about this pastel is that it's also a bit silvery, so the metallic vibe helps brighten things up.Advertisement - Continue Reading BelowBest Muted ShadeJ.Hannah Nail Lacquer in CompostBest Muted ShadeJ.Hannah Nail Lacquer in CompostCredit: J.HannahWe can't stop looking at this muted olive that will most likely earn a permanent spot in our nail color rotation this winter.Best Iridescent ShineOlive & June Nail Lacquer in SugarcoatBest Iridescent ShineOlive & June Nail Lacquer in SugarcoatCredit: Olive & JuneHave slight Barbiecore fatigue but still want to incorporate pink this winter? This is the perfect shade for you. This buildable sheer coverage is a sweet and fun pink that's not overwhelming.Best Velvet EffectNails Inc. Magnet Effect Nail Polish in Play The FieldBest Velvet EffectNails Inc. Magnet Effect Nail Polish in Play The FieldNow 50% OffCredit: Nails Inc.An emerald green is stunning on its own, but what makes this one perfect for winter is the cool velvet effect. The polish comes with a magnet that helps add texture to the polish as it dries.Advertisement - Continue Reading BelowBest Metallic OrangeOrly Nail Lacquer in Light My (Camp)FireBest Metallic OrangeOrly Nail Lacquer in Light My (Camp)FireCredit: OrlyThis warm copper with a metallic sheen gives foliage vibes. As an added bonus, you don't need a base or top coat to ensure this stays on.Best GlitterOPI Nail Lacquer in Hot & CoaledBest GlitterOPI Nail Lacquer in Hot & CoaledCredit: OPIFor all-out glitter, we love this OPI shade. It brightens up a black base with glitter specks of purple, pink, silver, and turquoise for something really fun.Best SilverMooncat Nail Lacquer in Outlaw CountryBest SilverMooncat Nail Lacquer in Outlaw CountryCredit: MooncatIf Beyoncé taught us anything, it is that 2023 is the year of silver. This creamy full-coverage metallic shade has silver shimmer for added drama and makes for one of the prettiest shades this winter.Advertisement - Continue Reading BelowBest Retro RedEssie Nail Lacquer in Vintage VanityBest Retro RedEssie Nail Lacquer in Vintage VanityCredit: EssieInspired by Old Hollywood glamour, Vintage Vanity is a luscious red with a retro feel. It's a new take on a classic shade.Best Gemstone GreenDeborah Lippmann Nail Lacquer in Wild ThingBest Gemstone GreenDeborah Lippmann Nail Lacquer in Wild ThingCredit: Deborah LippmannWe love this polish for the creamy gemstone green shade and the impressive formula that contains nourishing ingredients like keratin, biotin, and green tea extract.Best Winter WhiteDazzle Dry Nail Lacquer in White LightningBest Winter WhiteDazzle Dry Nail Lacquer in White LightningCredit: Dazzle DryWe love a winter white. This shade from Dazzle Dry goes on bright and lasts for about two weeks of wear.Advertisement - Continue Reading BelowBest Black ShadeMischo Nail Lacquer in Run The WorldBest Black ShadeMischo Nail Lacquer in Run The WorldCredit: Mischo BeautyThis creamy black polish is great year-round, but we especially love it in the dark days of winter on both fingers and toes.Best HolographicZoya Nail Lacquer in TwinkletteBest HolographicZoya Nail Lacquer in TwinkletteCredit: ZoyaThis rose gold shade is infused with pink shimmer flecks for a holographic effect. You can wear it alone or layer it with another polish for instant drama.Audrey Noble is a freelance writer and reporter. She writes celebrity profiles and does deep-dive features about the ways race, gender, sexuality, and other forms of identity impact society via the beauty industry. Her previous work experience includes editorial positions at Vanity Fair, Refinery29, and Allure. Her writing can also be seen in Vogue, Harper’s BAZAAR, Bustle, HelloGiggles, and more. You can keep up with her on Twitter.Watch Next Advertisement - Continue Reading BelowAdvertisement - Continue Reading BelowAdvertisement - Continue Reading BelowncG1vNJzZmivp6x7qa3RqZyrq5KWx6Kt0WeaqKVfl7KiwdOyZqeZmaHAcLOTbWxvZ5KawLV51qKlrZ2iYrWwuMidmLJlnpa2rXnPqKOiq5hk