nail colors winter 2021

zappavigna20033 April 27, 2023 Comment

It’s the most wonderful time of the year for an at-home manicure. Nails painted in forest greens, cozy nudes, deep hot chocolates, and yes—even a shade of wine on to match a drink in hand—always put us in a festive mood. We asked our favorite nail artists (whose clients include Megan Fox, Cardi B, and Precious Lee!) to share their go-to mani shade for winter 2021. Here are their picks for cozying up next to the fire, holiday parties, and everything in between.

“I love that during winter, there is this stillness at night. Midnight Oasis reminds me of that calm and quiet during the holidays. On nails, it's anything but basic for the holidays— it's edgy without being too emo-like a full-on black shade. I find that moody edginess to be really cool right now. It's a shade that you can use as just an accent on a stiletto shaped nail.” —Brittney Boyce, @nails_of_la

"I love the perfect amount of depth without being overly dark in Chanel's Rouge Brun. It's a 'chocolate red’ shade, which brings out all the winter feeling for me! Hot cocoa, advent calendar style chocolates, cookies, and even fireplaces." — Christina Aviles Aude, @christinaaviles

The Coziest Winter Nail Colors For January 2022

"Green is my favorite color, and emerald green has been a huge color trend this year. This deepened version is perfect for cooler months and pairs well with winter layers. It has just a drop of teal to offset any yellowy tones— making it so wearable." — Rita Remark, @ritaremark

"I’ve been a huge fan of OPI’s best-selling shade Big Apple Red so when I found out they were giving it an upgrade by introducing this shade, I knew I would love it too! It’s festive and the shimmer takes it from a basic red to a celebratory red." — Jenny Bui, @nailson7th

"This shade is rich and shiny with a lustrous finish that can be modern, classic chic, and grunge all at the same time. After being sequestered for so many months, this winter of 2021 begs for a rich, bold, and iconic shade like Absolute Black to say that we're back in full fashion! It's also the perfect opaque black for nail art, making this shade a true fashion statement."— Jin Soon Choi, @jinsoonchoi

Winter 2021 Nail Polish Collection

"I always bring out the dark shades for winter, and a deep evergreen is my favorite unexpected way to wear a dark mani. A little untraditional but always feels just right. We added touches of blue to the formula so it's almost a dark teal. Perfect for cozying up or for a holiday party - both of which I can't wait for this winter!" —Olivia Van Iderstine, @mynameisolive

"I never have my favorite brand or shade. For me, all colors evoke feeling... spicy warm browns make you feel cozy, red makes you feel flush or hot, blues can give an airy happy vibe or a feeling of floating, so how does one choose? My nails are always neutral. I’ll just describe it as “Ballet Slippers” from Essie. The most iconic shade to date (as well as the most referenced on photo sets and red carpet still, 25 years later)." — , @enam

"I love Nail Labo' Presto Color Gel J014 — the shade meets right where brown becomes maroon— it's so rich and super reminiscent of 90's makeup and fashion. A regular polish that's similar is OPI's Shh... It's Top Secret. Both are like staring into a surrealist night sky. It's the aesthetic embodiment of the dream winter trifecta: cozy, sexy, and warm." —Kelly K. Cloud aka Bakenekonails, @kelly_k_cloud

Winter Collection 2022 Gel Polish Bundle (4 Pack)

"This is like adding Christmas lights to your manicure. It’s elegant yet playful. When you add flash watch your manicure come to life. You can wear it alone or combine it with other colors to create a design." —Betina Goldstein, @betina_goldstein

As ’s beauty editor, Margaux wants to try it all and do it all…and she does. She's not afraid to chop, slather, dye, swipe, inject, and more—and if it's worth your time and money, she’ll rave about it here.

The 29 Best Beauty Gift Sets for Every Budget These Are Amazon's Most-Loved Gifts Presented by Bloomingdale's 42 Holiday Movies for When It’s Cold Outside From for Bloomingdale's What the Holidays Mean to an Aussie in NYC

These Will Be The Most Popular Nail Colors Of 2021

8 At-Home Red Light Therapy Devices to Reduce Acne The Best Early Memorial Day Beauty Sales 16 Best Cellulite Creams for Smooth Skin The 20 Most Effective Products for Acne Scars

Sir John Is Kilian Paris’ New Creative Director Gucci Beauty Éternité de Beauté Foundation Review Tarte Bestsrs Are 50 Percent Off Right Now Profhilo, the Whispered-About InjectableIf there is one beauty aspect that unites us all, it's nail polish. Nail polish is such a go-to form of self expression — from single shades of red to the minimalist designs that we've embraced in our 20s, nail polish and the trends within the industry not only make for beautiful nails, but serve as a marker in our lives.

Much time rubbing off your black nail polish when you were 14 because your mom made you. Come join the club if the Kardashians inspired you to get acrylic fingernails. Think back to the photos of nail polish sets that you used to save on Pinterest — all of these trends, however cringe-worthy or groundbreaking they were, had a huge impact in our lives.

Dark Green Nail Polish Is Trending For Winter — Here's How To Wear It

Nail polish and designs have transformed from a fun hobby to a bona fide art form. Some nail designs take hours and include the hottest new colors. Others are timeless, and some provide a new twist on a classic look. Nails are all the rage this winter and deserve a moment of their own. So get ready to show your manicurist what you want, because these are the best winter nail trends of 2021.

When we think of picking a neutral color, a lot of us select a light pink polish. It's a classic, a go-to, and its versatility is hard to beat. But

Choosing a light pink as your neutral is getting tired and boring, so this winter, pick up a stone-inspired color like a heather gray or a gorgeous lavender with gray pigmentation.

Cnd Launches Winter 2021 Nail Polish Collection

Trend for the winter 2021 season are stone-inspired colors, and it's not hard to understand why. Not only do the new go-to neutrals switch things up from the tired light pink polish days, but the earth-inspired hues look great on every skin tone. Stone-colored nail polishes are still great for everyday wear, perfectly respectable for the office setting, and best of all, the stone colors evoke the coziness and grounded vibes of winter.

Looking for some stone-colored nail polish options? Go for the Like Velvet polish from Paintbox — a stone shade that is completely gluten-free, vegan, cruelty free, and paraben-free. Or you could opt for the TT polish from Olive and June. Either way, you'll nail one of the best winter nail trends of 2021.

Picture it — it's 2013. You're going to the nail salon for prom. The best option? Square acrylic nails with a French tip. You then get roped into getting your toes painted in French tips too, because why not? Thinking back on the squared-off French tip trend makes us cringe a little, but the nail look is still such a favorite. But this winter, instead of repeating the French tip look for the millionth time, go for a new twist — paint your whole nail white. Yes.

The Best Winter Nail Trends Of 2021

Who What Wear spoke to influencers about the latest winter nails trends, and creator Lauren Crowe suggested the trend. "I think a full icy white manicure is also perfect for winter, " she said, and we completely see why. The full white nail still has the same polished look of the French tip, but it's fresh and new. And besides, who doesn't want to have nails that look like freshly fallen snow in the winter? You don't need any kind of fancy polish to pull this look off, either. Just go for the Funny Bunny shade from OPI for an at-home manicure and you can't go wrong.

Nail polish and designs can stand out among a crowd. They can serve as a statement all their own, and it's not hard to understand why. But if you're the type of person who wants a one-coat wonder color, a polish that packs a punch just on its own, then opt for an electric blue color this winter. As noted by Harper's Bazaar

Deep blues are so on trend this season — the color is "dark and warm without being too moody, " and delivers on making a statement.

Winter Nail Art Ideas 2021

There are a couple different hues for you to choose from, too. You could go for an almost neon kind of blue, a navy hue that looks like the perfect pair of jeans, a gorgeous dark blue, or a shade that features a little bit of sparkle. Any option is not only going to stand out, but you'll be completely on trend, too.

Looking for the perfect polish to create this trend for yourself? Opt for the Electric Blue polish from Sundays. It's non-toxic, cruelty-free, and the color will "energize and brighten your day." Can't really go wrong with this one.

Jet black nails, created by the $3.99 polish from Wet'n'Wild, were our go-to in middle school. When