Some nail colors–candy-apple red, sheer pink–are forever. But with polish as cheap as $3 a bottle, you don’t always have to invest in the classics. We checked in with FOF Deborah Lippmann, manicurist to the stars (i.e. Meryl Streep), who reveals this year’s top nail trends so far. You tell us, would you wear them?
To enter to win a bottle of FOF Deborah Lippmann’s own fave shade, Naked, vote and then answer this questions in the comments below: What’s your go-to nail polish shade, no matter what’s trendy?
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Before you run screaming from this color, consider it paired this spring with a classic white blouse, jeans and a pair of neutral flats. Or, as Deborah says, “it will give you that easy, breezy and carefree feeling you’d have on vacation.” Still not convinced? Vote “No way!”
Deborah Lippmann “Mermaid’s Dream,” available Spring 2012; Essie “Absolutely Shore,” $8; Revlon Nail Enamel “Minted,” $4.79; Butter London “Bossy Boots,” $14.
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“Turquoise will be a big color this spring and summer,” says Deborah. “Different hues of blue–baby blue, turquoise, and navy–will definitely be a lasting trend seen into fall as well.” We could imagine working the baby blue at the beach, and we love the idea of navy for fall. Turquoise sounds a bit trickier–but we take Deborah’s word for it. Do you?
Essie “Bobbing for Baubles,” $9; Deborah Lippmann “On The Beach,” available spring 2012; Priti NYC “Crown of Thorns,” $12.50; Butter London “Blagger,” $14.
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“My new ‘Run The World Girls’ neon shades [editor’s note: these will be available in Spring 2012] have a matte finish, which makes it easier for us FOFs to wear the trend,” says Deborah. “If you don’t feel like you can take the plunge with CONFIDENCE–because that’s the key–then wear it on your toes!” Yes, the highlighter shade takes a little getting used to, but we love tan hands with neatly trimmed nails in neon pink.
Essie “Knockout Pout,” $3.90; Essie “Tangerine,” $6.65; Chanel “Mimosa,” $34.99; Butter London “Jaffa,” $14.
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“Beige is the new sheer pink, and its popularity is rising,” says Deborah. “It gives the illusion of skin continuing and really lengthens your finger. My staple nude is ‘Naked.’” The trick is to match your skin–whether it’s beige, tan, chocolate or porcelain. We don’t need convincing on this one. It truly lengthens–try it!
Deborah Lippmann “Naked,” $16; OPI “Samoan Sand,” $8; Dior Vernis “Ivory,” $30.59; RGB “F3,” $16.
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Still hanging on from fall, deep grey and dark-cherry red are a great choice to get you through the winter. “I am into ‘Stormy Weather’ and ‘Single Ladies,’” says Deborah.
Deborah Lippmann “Stormy Weather,” $16; Deborah Lippmann “Single Ladies,” $16; Essie “Smokin’ Hot,” $8; Essie “Clutch Me If You Can,” $8.
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To enter to win a bottle of FOF Deborah Lippmann’s own fave shade, Naked, vote and then answer this questions in the comments below: What’s your go-to nail polish shade, no matter what’s trendy?
One FOF will win. (See all our past winners, here.) (See official rules, here.) Contest closes January 26, 2012 at midnight E.S.T.
0 Responses to “{Style Expert} 2012’s Hottest Nail Trends – Would you wear them?”
Pam holloway says:
My go to are all the dark reds, and purples.
vicki says:
I love many looks,but dark greys,dark blues and purples are my favorites.
Roz Rickman says:
I’m thinking “outside of the box”. Would love to try
Essie’s “Knockout Pout”. Need to have more fun in my life and now that I just turned 70 want to truly live my life in a degree of “edginess”.
Thank you
Ann Russell says:
I always wear a neutral color like Essie Ballet Slippers on my fingernails. I constantly experiment with toenails,but a tangerine or blood red are my usual.
mari hafenstein says:
fave polish…a very light neutral pink called light
leony43 says:
My french manicure,always classic.
Nancy says:
I need this! I just took off acrylic nails after almost 20 years of wearing them. They look awful and I need to cover them with some pretty polish!
jackie says:
I’m an artist and teacher and I love color!!!!! Would love it.
terri l says:
My go to shade is soft pink.
FabulousMimi says:
Reds are my go to fave with so many shades available I never get bored with them….
ebmw1975 says:
I wear Silvery gray year round on fingers an toes an its got some shine but also nuetral too.
makinalist says:
I have been trying out some Zoya polishes lately so I can get in on the 3-free type. My fave so far is Bethany, a natural-looking sheer blush pink.
Wifeyrj says:
I love to play with color. Slap some on my nails right now.
Pkw says:
Channel Ballerina Pink
Belle says:
Revlon’s “cherries in the snow”
and deep, blood reds.
AvaQ says:
Any cobalt blue! I would seriously wear it everyday 🙂
Lizajane1776 says:
My go-to is always a berry red, but I like to try many others! Loving that turquoise, and last week tried a creme blue.
liz says:
Essie Pink Glove Service, Shellac Beau…or any clear pink…but I’m loving those Mermaid Tears!
Rositas says:
Navy! I’m totally in love with navy *___*
I voted!:)
Cindy says:
I felt funny voting, because I’d probably wear all the polishes in this post! I love colors, and feel like none of them will ever be too un-hip (at least in moderation)
Anyway, going with the blue trend, I love Essie – Mesmerize!
Yasinisi says:
My go-to shade is brown. It looks great no matter what 🙂
kathy herrington says:
OPI Bubblegum
Nicole says:
I seem to always wear blue no matter what trendy…I just love it!
Sally says:
My go to shade is anything blue!
morphine says:
my alltime shade is a light-soft pink, i love pink, but this can be elegant and boho at the same time:)
stacy h. says:
I really have two go-to-polishes that I rotate between equally: OPI: In The Spot Light-Pink (a very sheer jelly pink), and Essie: Jazz (a khaki/tan color). I *LOVE* the look of “Naked” so hopefully I will get to try that out at some point!
The Nail Files says:
My go-to nail polish shade, trendy, or not is actually Celtic Sun, from China Glaze. Its a ultra-neon yellow. I layer it over white, so it really *POPS!* The bright color instantly puts me in a good mood and really gets my nails noticed and the compliments just keep coming!
An always ‘trendy’ color is red creme. Its feminine, timeless and chic.
Awesome giveaway. Very generous. Thank you! I would love to try Lippmann’s, Naked. I have only tried her glitters and am obsessed with them.
Sarah Woodall says:
My go-to shade is always purple! My favorite!
Michelle I (Midnite Echo - Midi Nightwind) says:
I always have a burgundy/maroon stand-by. Other than that, I love crackle/shatter polishes, if I’m in a hurry…don’t have to take my time to make it perfect.
olivia rubin says:
i love that color. it seems like the perfect shade of nude, if not i wear baby/soft pink
Janelle @ Life.Love.Nailpolish says:
Any shade of coral! Right now I’m obsessed with China Glaze Make Some Noise, but I know as soon as I try out the new Essies I got, I’ll probably have a new favorite coral!
Tonya says:
What’s your go-to nail polish shade, no matter what’s trendy? I always go to purple, i have no idea why, purple has never been my favorite color but nail wise i always go there
Kate says:
My go-to shade is red! I love red & it’s NEVER out of style:)
Anutka says:
My go to color is Zoya Kelly!
Thanks so much for the giveaway!
Heather says:
Definitely greens-olive and moss, etc.
Zoe Lee says:
I love Chanel anything..but love the Jade and reds and blacks the best.
Leann Fisher says:
My go to color is anything glittery or hot pink! 🙂
Jessica says:
my go-to shade is maybe a muted creme purple-mauve, like Essie’s Smokin’ Hot!
irina says:
Whatever the occasion, I am always drawn to blues. For the moment I have a little obsession with China Glaze- Eyes like Sapphires
PtiteMeve says:
Fav Shade: purple!!!!
VJackson says:
The Naked Shades are my ‘go to’ also, like Deborah. Always liked most of them. No white though.
Prefer softer, muted colors so would try the paler colors of the ones above. Also like apricot or peachy hues.
Starla Nye says:
I can be pretty bold with my nails so I have no trouble trying new trends. It’s FUN!
Tamira Graham says:
my go to nail polish is nubar – treasure <3
Amy Gerling says:
Luv Luv Luv all the shades!!
Typhoid_Holli says:
I always go for blues/teals. No matter the time of year or what’s in style if I want something fast it’s gonna be blue. :0)
Ruth says:
My go-to nail polish shade is purple ♥
Stacy Sankar says:
My go to nail polish is mainly anything dark. Especially black or plum.
Meera Ali (@meera_ali) says:
I’m a whimsical girl…
So i go for any thing bright 😀
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April R. says:
Anything sparkley or unique. I love cool colors.
Olivia says:
I must say holographic polishes are spectacular but during those gloomy days I adore something in a wine red hue. 🙂
Lulu says:
my go to nail polish shade is pale pink – suits anywhere any time)
Karlene Shamir says:
No matter the season or trend I can always wear black nail polish with a glitter topcoat!
Sarah says:
My go to colors are either neutrals or deep reds. Love the Lippmann naked color!
Kat says:
My go to color is a dark brown… Sally says duh…OPI
Marlee says:
My go-to nail polish shade right now is Sally Hansen’s Fearless Fog!
Connie says:
My go to shade is OPI Pink of Hearts
Jeanne T says:
I love a slightly pink opalescent sheer polish. It doesn’t make you always catch your nails in the corner of your gaze all the time like odder shades do. That said, I like the odder shades especially in the summer.
LeeAnn DePetris says:
My go to color is “Pat on the Black” by Sally Hansen.
I really love the color!!
Alice says:
I love the deep purplish reds for the winter, and I love the blues and light pinks for the summer. I am game for all sorts of colors. I have even colored each nail a different shade!
kathyire50 says:
I really don’t have a go to nail color anymore. I love the new shades that are out, maybe if I win one that will be my go to nail color.
michele says:
I’m afraid I’m boring as I always pick clear in a pinch.
Sue Lazar says:
I like a sheer pink; such as Ballet Slippers by Essie
Alice Hayden says:
frosted grape. It’s somewhat tannish, slightly mauvey, muted, understated and goes with anything.
tperry says:
My current “go to” is called beach from RGB and is a tan/beige color/non color.
Alyssa says:
My current go-to shade is Essie’s Cocktail Bling. Work appropriate but definitely not your typical nude, I absolutely love periwinkle/blue-grey shades!
diane mary says:
the french manicure
Tish says:
Usually a pale pink, something neutral so that when it begins to chip, it’s not obvious
Karen says:
I only wear light pink
Toni says:
I always wear red during the holidays but other than that I like to mix it up and I try to stay current with some of the trends
j27 says:
I love a French manicure with white tips. I think it looks very sophisticated.
Kathleen says:
My “go too”polish is High Maintenance by Essie because that’s me. Always chic and always “Polished”! Would love to win.
nancy says:
if i can’t decide then i go with red. can’t go wrong with a nice deep red.
Suzanne Viggiano says:
Pink, French….my always “go to” nail color…..when not in the mood to make a decision those are the manicures I go for.
Carolk says:
Over the last few years cobalt blue has been my go-to color. It is dark enough to rarely clash with clothing and is “cool” enough to get comments and compliments.
Isabella says:
Light or medium pink (more blue, not coral) or a pale gold.
Kim Wyatt says:
I love purple nail polishes. Need more purples!
debbie sawyer says:
My FAV nail color is “Mulberry” by AVON!!! It matches beautifully with pinks, burgundy colors and even blends with reds! It also contrasts well with blues and greens and of course is great with black!!!
nmc says:
anything dark
Louise Masarof says:
My favorite – Sally Hansen – 360, Plum’s the Word
Toni says:
Anything wine!
sam aka sheila sabatino says:
my go to nail polish shade is the one i touch in my amoir first !!! sam
Lauren says:
i favor OPI’s fawns and bronzes that have the diamond dust in them….
Lmallinger says:
Berries/reds always reliable colors for me
Barb McC says:
Because I don’t really have nice nails, my go to shade is sort of a flesh color.
Susan says:
I like to try new shades all the time but usually end up wearing a pinky neutral pinky beige regularly. The turquoise looks fun for summer! I wish my favorite brands came in smaller bottles. I might be more experimental!
rose robi says:
I will enjoy seeing those beautiful bright colors on my beautiful hands. I love the new mint, butter, and bossy boots. Thanks for asking~
Letha Leonard says:
Always love to try new products!
Roberta says:
My go-to color is nude. It goes with anything and makes my nails look finished.
Barbara Kolessar says:
I like to have a french manicure with the tips being a bright color like On the Beach! I am a Great Grandma but I like Flashy!
Wanda Haggerty says:
If someone else does my nails I am willing to experiment. If it is me applying, I need to stick to clear or tans. You wouldn’t want to see the results if I did a color on my own nails.
Kim Meadows says:
At the moment I throw on any shade of bronze/copper followed by transulent sparkle + some gold shatter followed by top coat. Unique style – unique colour – unique look every time for a very unique me.
ctgal says:
I don’t have one. I change all the time. I’ve spent weeks with nude, then greige, then deep red, and now I have navy blue on. Sometimes I stick with the color for months, and other times just a few weeks. The only color that doesn’t look great on my hands is pink, almost any shade. My skin is too yellow, I think.
MARGIE says:
My go to color is burgandy..
jackie yudelowitz says:
My go-to manicure is a french manicure, but I also like to try the newest looks on alternate weeks.
Juls says:
OPI’s Green-Wich Village or No Room For The Blues.
LIZ BANUELOS says:
I’M NOT REALLY A WAITRESS – OPI—RED !!!
Jean Venezia says:
Although I try a red or darker color, within a few days I’m removing it and back to Essie’s ballet slippers, I go.
j27 says:
My go to nail polish is the French Manicure with white tips.
Sarika says:
Love the classic black it’s my go to nail colour.
Cynthia says:
My go-to shade is French white!
Goldie says:
My go-to shade is Fedora by shellac, a dark brown with a deep purple undertone. More professional than purple, less edgy than black, goes with everything, looks great with my short nails and small hands. But for spring/summer I would consider going “naked”!
Deborah431 says:
I will always try new things on my toes first. For hands I will stick to the old standards, classic and elegant.
Clarice says:
My go-to colors have been Essie Ballet Slippers and OPI Mimosas for Mr and Mrs.I recently got Zoya’s Kendal in a Birchbox shipment and am enjoying the pale lavender shade.
Pam says:
I would try anything except blue or green. My favorite colors in clothes but not on my nails.
Deb Hardy says:
My go to nail polish shade is red. It works in any situation. I like darker more sultry reds, nothing too tomatoey. But a good fire engine red can make any day feel sexy!
Ann Harper says:
I’d try any and all of the colors featured…they’re fun!
Lesley says:
Hard to pick just one color but my go-to basic would be Zoya Naomi, a shimmery nude. For something darker, Julep Michelle (navy blue) or Zoya Casey (dark purple)
Kat D. says:
My fave shade for nail polish is definitely teal/turquoise. I love them all! Light and dark, creamy or sparkling!
Michelle says:
essie’s in stitches
April Brooks says:
My current go to color is American Apparel California Trooper, inspired by the khaki California Trooper uniforms. It looks great with every outfit!
sharyn says:
I will try any shade once. I do use darker colors on my toe nails and the lighter shades on my hands.
Julie says:
My go to color is always black no matter what. It looks great on short trimmed nails. Looks very chic !
jetlag383 says:
I am all in on new items, colors, and anything else you through at me!
janet says:
I’ve been wearing Essie’s Power Clutch for most of the season. I prefer Essie’s Bobbing for Baubles, but have not been able to find it — and I work in NYC! I really enjoy the juxtaposition of dramatic, deep colors against my light skin.
irisvillagegirl says:
LOVE the nude!
Dawn says:
Why not try these? Had golden toe pedi for a vacation and loved it…you never know unless you try.
Susan says:
The colors I can wear anytime is a pale pink, a pale beige, or french tip.
deestea says:
My go-to is Opi’s ‘Start to Finish’ base and top coat.
Kyt Eubanks says:
My favorite “go to” color of nail polish is a creamy, rosy beige. I like several brands of polish but usually a creme rather than a frosted. Although I do like the sheer, opalescent colors.
Kyt
Margie says:
My “go to” shade is Orly, Red Flare”.
Helen Grant says:
When I was younger I had beautiful hands and could wear any color I wanted to. Now as I have “matured”, I have accepted the fact that my hands have “matured” also. I find that the subtle colors do not draw attention as the bright colors do to the lines and spots on my hands. This is just a fact of life and I am very happy and content with my subtle colors. I will enjoy seeing those beautiful bright colors on the beautiful hands that should be wearing them! Helen Grant 🙂
Roxann Frost says:
My go to shade would be a nude to a light pinkish shade
couponmom5 says:
I love to do my nails, when I go shopping I always check out the new nail colors. So I would love to try the new hot color. The only color I don’t wear is black, wore it once for Halloween and that was the only time my husband ever complained about my nails in 35 years.
chris says:
love to wear wild colors on my toes but my go to color for my hands is a sheer neutral.
kaydee says:
I love nail polish and would wear any shade. Go to is a nice peachy pink sheer.
helen rockwell says:
deborah lippman sarah smile !!
Leda says:
My favorite go-to shade is Essie “Ballet Slippers.”
It matches everything, especially nice with the season’s HOT colors!!
ladine says:
I love to try different shades but my go to color would be a red I seem to wear it most of the time.
babysteps74 says:
I always gravitate towards the plums and mauves-they just seem to go with my fashion palette best.
Bev says:
I love butter London nail lacquer and my favorite ‘go to’ is yummy mummy. It’s neutral but a great sheen and makes my nails look healthy and longer
Barbara says:
I would give any shade a try, I love to try new things, even if they seem a little out there. Why not, life is to short not to do something a little silly every now and then. Besides my granddaughters think its a hoot that their Nana is so crazy!!!
Cathey says:
I always return to a bright red for my toenails!
Sherryl says:
Beautiful nail colors. I am open to trying the new colors, if not always on my finger nails… however always on my toe nails!
LucyB says:
Sheer pink is my go-to color, but the new shades look like fun.
susan ball says:
my go to nail color is nude/neutral, any brand with just the right tint factor! It is “lengthening” for fingers, minimizes chipping and great for everyday wear.
Carol R. says:
I love Opi’s It’s All Greek To Me, especially on my toenails. It’s such a gorgeous shade of pink and really gives me a spring in my step!
Hira Hasnain says:
Nude/taupe/beige are my go-to colors…because they make my hands and fingers look elegant and classy. Also, Estee Lauder’s “Red Tango” is my go-to color for evening events, unless I’m in the mood to match my nails and dress perfectly, because it makes me feel super sexy.
Patricia says:
Pink or peach maybe deep rose
Jane Stieber says:
I use a pale pink/beige nail color in a flat tone, sometimes shimmering. It makes my nails look as if I’ve got french manicure and is very neat looking. I like that if it chips or wears at the tips, it doesn’t show, so less upkeep than a dark shade that has to have damage-control immediately.
Laurab says:
Pale, sheer pink or sand.
Lea Ogozelec says:
Red, especially Avon’s Ruby Slipper….I always get great comments on it!
Valerie says:
I love ballet slipper and have worn it the most often since last century! Hibiscus was my favorite colour for toes until they discontinued it several years ago…
Judy Burgi says:
My go to nail polish shade is, Marvelous Mauve. Love that shade!
EDreyer says:
Manicures are always sheer, nudes in shades of pink or beige. Sometimes a French.
Toes can be more adventurous.
Row says:
I have worn pale beige since I was 16! I wore it just for the reason Deborah Lippman said, it made my fingers and nails look longer. People constantly comment on how beautiful my nails are! I love the Naked color and will definitely purchase it!
Wendy May says:
Essie-clutch me if you can and OPI-i’m not really a waitress
Thanks!!
Deborah Shade says:
I almost always go with some shade of pink. It tends to go with most everything in my closet I hate when people get a good manicure in a bold color and then it clashes with what they are wearing. It drives me nuts. But now for bike week I like to go with a nice Harley shade of orange and of course bright red for Christmas. Hey you have to keep your man on his toes can’t have the same old same old all the time.
jeanne nelson says:
I like to try new shades. If I think the color is too bold for my fingers I wear it on my toes. It is fun to have bold toes.
Catherine macleod says:
I love debra littman and opi neutrals. I always feel very classy and can wear them with anything!
AJB says:
My go-to polish is clear. It’s the easiest to put on while riding in the car to go somewhere with my husband!
Linda Bierer says:
For me, it depends on the season, but my go-to list includes Essie’s Ballet slipper, OPI’s Mrs. OLeary’s BBQ,
or a French Maniqure!
Lynne Bannon says:
Classic red.
Tricia Douglas says:
I prefer a neutral shade or French-tipped. I really don’t try new fads outs, but my 30 year old plus daughters sure do. I think the ‘stranger/faddish’ colors are for the younger generation. Or maybe that’s just me sounding OLD!!!
Betty W says:
Because my nails are short, I usually wear a neutral shade, beige, pink. In summer I like to wear bold on my toes though!
Michele says:
I enjoy a bright fushia in the summer and a red for the holdiays. Sometimes a French manicure works best!
Ianete says:
Pale pearly pink with white or silver sparkles.
June Black says:
French manicure ! It’s flattering on even the shortest nails!
Deanna Lampert says:
Love the beige!
amanda says:
I wear a lot of both nude/pale pink on my hands and plum on my toes, but I can’t get enough of new nail polish!
Lisa says:
When I have to wear something relatively conservative, I like Passion from OPI. Just wear the more outrageous colors on my toes!
sueb says:
I have a yellow understone to my skin and oranges, corals and red-red looks great on my nails.
Rita says:
My go to nail color is a lt pink, but if I have the time I love a french manicure! It looks so clean and neat!
donnarp1 says:
My go to color no matter what is a sheer pink. I think it is very natural looking.
carol says:
I Love My Reds , Corals and Oranges
Sherry says:
Vamp by Chanel is my all time favorite. I always go back to it.
arlenes says:
Milani Creme Brulee is a subtle color that always works for me. It’s gives my nails a soft sheen and a very pale hint of color.
However, any of the shades with the exception of black, I would wear and give a “thumbs Up” to paint the town and my nails.
ssamuels says:
Red. Sophisticated, stylish, never goes out of style and always feels right no matter where you are.
Debbie Phillips says:
My favorite go-to color of nail polish is a bright, pink, fuscia in a matte shade. It goes great with my skin color any time of year and makes me feel young and sexy!
Elaine says:
I’m a French manicure gal. I like my nails to look natural and neat and a shorter French looks great on my hands. Let’s face it, hands give our age away as much if not more than our face. I don’t want them to stand out.
Sue Zabritski says:
I’ll ALWAYS wear a nude shade on my hands, but for my toes I’ll go wild!
Lisa says:
A sheer, clear coat on my nails makes them look neat and finished anytime.
Marge Meall says:
My go to nail shade is always some kind of pinkish mauve, as long as its in the blue-red family, not the orange-based reds.
sandram says:
My go- to- nail polish color is the softest pink- almost nude. Next would be a dark wine color for the winter.
Anita Madsen says:
Irridescent dark red
Diane says:
My all time favorite manicure is the French Manicure. I think nothing looks any better…………no matter how one is dressed………..formal, jeans, party dress, shorts, bathing suit, whatever…………than a sweet French Manicure.
Sweetie Girl says:
I have my nails done every two weeks with gel polish in Graphite. It is a deep grey with a subtle sparkle in the sun light. It is chic and sophisticated with an edge to it. I think I will go with nude for the summer. I love having my nails done. You always look well groomed and polished.
Jill Landefeld says:
Although I’m a big fan of gray, beige and lavendar/purple, the classic shade I keep returning to is navy blue. So tried and true!
Carmen says:
My go to shade is beige or a natural soft pink. But in the summer it’s usually a dazzling red for my toes!
CeciliaLark says:
Pale, ballet slipper pink. No matter which nail shades I’m trying, this is my go-to refresher.
makeupgirl21@comcast.net says:
Love Deborah Lippmann’s polishes. I adore greens for my nails. My go to color is OPI You Don’t Know Jacques. It’s a beautiful shade that’s appropriate anytime or any where.
Judy H. says:
I always do to a pale to medium gray or blue-gray, I have several shades; some for summer and others better suited to fall and winter. The color always looks fresh, trendy and not too over the top. I feel like it’s a real neutral and doesn’t fight with choice of outfits or my makeup. Plus, it is more fun and a lot more interesting than my past fall backs of pale pink or nude.
gatormomx2 says:
My favorite is a classic red- always on the toes and clear for the hands.
Helen says:
Essie’s Wicked and OPI’s I Am Not a Waitress. I receive a lot of compliments when I wear these. I have a 22 year old daughter and a 19 year old daughter so I like to keep myself open to new trends.
Life is short and the time to have fun is getting shorter.
sblewis says:
I always go for a nude or light mauve color for everyday. They don’t show chips and go with everything.
Carla says:
Red Wagon (OPI)
I particiapate in triathlons and when folks ask me what I do to prepare, I answer: “paint my toes to match my bike!”
dpaget says:
My go-to color is a light/sheer pink. With just that, my nails look as if I have a French manicure – but I never do.
Sue says:
I like some of the newer colors but not black or dark brown. My favorite color is rose
gramhebert says:
Really Red
Sabrina says:
Clear polish. It makes my nails look finished and I don’t have to worry about chipping.
Kerry M. says:
For the past year or so I have been obsessed with “Greige” a Grey and Beige mix. It goes with everything!
Jeneane says:
My very favorite….Deborah Lippmann’s “Baby Love”, a beautifully subtle sheer pink that look fabulous for days!
Laurie Rosen says:
OPI Romeo and Joliet is my go to; go back to; always right shade!
Linda White says:
its a pinkish red shade
Maureen says:
I always seem to go to OPI’s Coney Island Cotton Candy — a pale beige shade. They recently changed the shade to a deeper beige but the older version was better
CecileBardinelli says:
Red! It always looks hot
Esther Bradley-DeTally says:
Go to when nails are short, neglected, whining, saying things like “I look like you run a pneumatic drill,” would be beigy type stuff; and maybe darker, but beigy; sort of a rehab place to be; they might say perkily, “Hi, I’m in recovery; Howz about you?”
Jojorrt says:
My colors change with the seasons..no real favorite
kdivasilver says:
My go-to has been a sheer pink, but last week I tried Russian Navy by OPI and loved it! So now I’d say whatever color turned me on!
Mary says:
I always like wine colored polish
Shelley Steinberg says:
My go to color is very pale pink. It gives more shine and polish than color. I use anything on sale. It also goes with everything.
Brenda says:
My go-to shade is natural. I don’t wear polish all the time, but prefer a nice sandy beige. I use several brands, whichever variation I happen to like when I’m shopping. Toes are almost never polished, but last summer I went with a deep bright pink. Ttotally new experience!
finn says:
I try to stay with something nuetral during the summer, like a pale pink. Winter, I like a red. The rest of the year I stick with a nuetral beigey-pink that goes with everything and doesn’t show chips the way the darker colors do.
Mary Beth Haley says:
I love any kind of mocha shade!
Margaret says:
My go to color is: Beige. A neutral color looks good against my skin, and if I accidently get a chip in it, it doesn’t show too well.
ksaucedo says:
My go to shade is copper…It makes tanned hands looks great and in winter it doesn’t bleed the color from your hands….I think it rocks!
pattib says:
I have pretty nails but do not have attractive hands due to tendon surgeries on both hands. I tend to go with the neutrals and would love to win a bottle that might improve the looks of my hands.
Connie says:
My fav is a neutral, mauvy color. I like it especially on my toes. They look cared for but not “look at me”.
mj says:
My go-to-color is red. Works with everything, all the time.
Mary says:
I have been wearing the dark blue and dark blood red lately, but my go to color is usually a pastel, soft sparkle.
Robbin says:
Love having my nails painted, make you feel like your outfit is complete….In the winter I usually go for “I’m really not a waitress”
BrownSugar24K says:
Mahogany. I simply love it!
Stephanie Youngblood says:
I love blue with silver sparkles painted over. I had that on when I broke my foot in 2010 and the Dr. even made my cast that color. I just feel free and laid back when I wear that on my feet.
Carolyn says:
Some of the new colors I would have no trouble wearing. Even through I am 62 years old I still feel like I am 40. Nail Polish is like new trends in clothes, you either love it or hate it. I love trying new things, colors, styles etc.
Thank you for a chance to try a new nail polish shade for free.
linda townsend says:
anything neutral to go with everything.
Debbi says:
I don’t really have a go to polish. I change my polish every couple of days. I love anything with shimmer, foil, or glitter.
Claudia says:
Like OPI Samoan Sand when I need a “go with everything” look or I just can’t decide what color to use.
Gloria Marcelli says:
I mix my own color in a basic nude but ALWAYS with some metallic flakes to give it extra shine. I am an artist and I try to mix a close to nude color to help elongate my fingers to make them look more elegant and not stumpy as many colors cut off the nail’s and make fingers look shorter or they make almost any skin tone look sickly. I ALWAYS get compliments on the colors I mix.
shebren says:
Actually, on my hands, I like the clear pink part of the American Nail system. But on my toes….sexy red for sure!
Ellen says:
I regularly wear a shade very similar to “Naked”. LOVE it.
gwen says:
A very pale pink – almost skin-toned with a blush. It is quck and easy to put on (no dark shade messy to clean up), wears well (chips don’t show) and goes with everything.
dar w. says:
All those neon=y colors are for the very young … or if you have something very matchy … I think neutrals are classiest~!
MaryAnn says:
Long time favorite is Essie Eternal Optimist. A very lovely soft muted rose shade that goes with everything year round!
joyzkim says:
I love Ballet Slippers by Essie. I love it all year round and definately my go to color when I can’t decide….
Jane says:
I’m as neutral as it comes – give me a French manicure anyday and I’m happy – either that or OPI Bubble Bath.
Sharon says:
Anything in the ‘brown’ family…..excluding Charlie.
Betsy says:
“Trenchcoat” it truly does lengthen my fingers and makes me feel ready for the day!
Joan CArfagno says:
It goes without saying I DON’T STRAY FROM NEUTRAL, THIS WAY I COULD WEAR ANYTHING.
Doris says:
I love OPI Samoan Sand as it goes with just about anything in my closet. But am open to other colors as I do like variety.
SUE says:
I love shimmer on my nails and rarely wear and flat colors
belindabg says:
My go-to shade is always either ‘I’m Not Just A Waitress’ by OPI (gorgeous metallic red) or anything glitter.
Debbie says:
I guess I have been trendy these past few years, because my favorite go to polish has been a very pale beige. I admit that I buy it in the 99cent store, it’s Jordana – don’t know the name of the shade. Looks great on shorter nails, which I have, and it goes with everything.
Katrina Hooper says:
I love all these new shades I would love to wear!
tarheel4ever says:
My go to color is a medium rosy pink but I love to experiment with all colors, especially on my toe nails in the summer!
suzy says:
A pink/taupe shade goes with everything and hides imperfections as well.
Beverly Richardson says:
I love all the colors and would be willing to wear all.
Carmen Wood says:
I alternate between a pale beige-pink and a bright, true red.
Pamela says:
OPI Miami Beet is my go-to shade
Millie Rahmatulla says:
Light pink…this makes the nails look finished but doesn’t yell “look at me; I have nail enamel on”.
msortet says:
hot pink on nails and toes in spring/summer & burgandy/wine in winter
Maureen says:
Okay, I love the “naked” look. My kids think it’s boring, but it goes with everything and I think it’s classy.
Theresa Gerrond says:
I love all these fun colors! Presently I’m wearing a grey tone with black crackle over the top/fairly short nails. I have received tons of compliments on it!! Be daring!
Sheila McGee-Smith says:
I’ve been French Pink and White for a couple of years. May be ready for a change back to color – even if it’s nude!
karen says:
Very light, neutral shades….chips and wear do not show up as plain with neutral shades!
Sharon says:
My “go to,” is the classic French manicure on my hands and usually I try the new trends on my toes. However there are all different variations that my manicurist does with the French. She adds a color line, metallic neutrals instead of white or a bit of glitz. My nails look both professional and trendy.
Melissa says:
Sure I would try many of those shades. My go to nail color has always been deep reds, no matter the season or the appropriate dress, it is a classic shade and I love it.
Sandy says:
I love all the colors, but if I could only use one as a ‘go-to’ color, it’s usually a nude — makes my nails look longer, look clean, and it won’t distract or clash with my clothing or my look.
nelgram says:
I like a olive green or shades of brown
Debra Stoykovich says:
ALWAYS a gold or bronze frost…sometimes a silver frost as well….
Deborah says:
I love to wear different colors of nail polish. It depends on the season, my clothing and my mood as well. My go-to color though is probably Monroe Red! It always makes me feel a little sexier!
Mary Leonard says:
My go-to shade is China Glaze, Heaven. It is such a pretty neutral that goes with everything.
Jean says:
My favorite go to shade is white for my hands, lavender for my toes. I’d love to try Naked. It seems to me the darker colors really make my hands look old!
Pamela B says:
On my nails, adore-a-ball or delicacy, like the neutrals, for my toes, anything goes!
Mary K. says:
The colors are just wonderful! I’d try every, single one of them and on my toe nails also.
Joyce Anderson says:
For toes – OPI – ‘I’m not really a waitress red’
For fingers – OPI – ‘Velvet Bow’
SUSAN says:
Taupe is my go to fav nail polish, it goes with everthing and gives a clean, polished look.
Karen Fraser says:
My your go-to nail polish shade, no matter what’s trendy is a neutral shade close to my skin-tone. chips don’t show as quickly 🙂
lkish77123 says:
I like shades of brown.
Kate Line Snider says:
As an FOF, I’d like to look younger, not bizarre. Beige is a great neutral. Classy. Doesn’t over-emphasize the rising veins on my hands. (Forget weirdo colors!!)
Esther says:
OPI is my favorite. I like the mauves of all names.
cyndib1 says:
I always go to red – any shade but the oranges!
kathy says:
i hardly have nails sometimes so going goofy is fun and grandkids love it
Kimberly H. says:
My go-to nail color is Sweetheart by OPI. It gives my nails a nice, clean manicured look, and I don’t have to worry about a dark nail color making marks on important documents at work. The “Naked” would be perfect as well!
bclaxton says:
I like burgundy. I have very fair skin and it always looks good whether I’m wearing jeans or fancy outfit.
memaof2 says:
my go to nail color is any pale beige or light pink on my fingers. I’m an RN and my hands are in water all day and my nail color doesn’t last well. With my toes, it’s the sky’s the limit. I love bright corals and shocking pinks in summer.
jhendon60 says:
pink with a little luster
cindy says:
My go to nail polish shade is red
cmpease says:
My default nail color is a true red, but I sometimes mix it up with neutral mauves, beige -tan. On my toes, I am definitely more daring!
Peggy says:
Plums, reds or browns. Those colors go with most anything you would wear and can be worn any time during the year.
Sheila says:
Essie Madamoiselle
Rita says:
I like the more muted colors, but I really liked the vampire Chic colors, I would so wear those.
bdan49 says:
My usual look is no nail polish at all. Manicures don’t hold up because I make jewelry and I like to garden, both of which are tough on the hands. In the summer I like to paint my toenails and I am up for trying almost any color.
Jeanette says:
for toes I never go wrong with classic red, I prefer softer shades on my hands since my nails never seem to grow, often I have clear on, or do a french manicure.
Debra Stewart says:
My go to color is blue. I find the color unexpected and cheery.
Susan says:
I have a neutral, slightly shimmery shade that I always rely on. It’s a beigy-pink shade that goes with everything and hides imperfections when a full manicure is not in the cards that day.
Theresa says:
Sugar Daddy……it works from all perspectives, business….and pleasure…..always looks polished (no pun intended)…allows you to have fun with other items with color….pocketbook….shoes…etc.
Jacqualin says:
For years OPI Chicago Champagne Toast. It goes with everything
Kathy Bryan says:
My go to color is OPI’s Cagun Shrimp ,anything orange red-but I am usually game to try any new colors .
Gail says:
a naked nail polish.
Cara Gawerecki says:
I don’t care for the bright blues I tried it and it just didn’t look right so will stay with the reds, purples,pinks and such .
Karen Rouleau says:
When I’m not sure what color to use a dusty rose/plum color are always great!
Lorie Pere says:
light shades of brown usually
Cindy Fox says:
Love the naked look!
Joanna says:
My go to shade is red. OPI Red usually. Boring and safe, but I am getting bolder!
Linda Pappaterra says:
My absolute “go-to” shade of nail polishes—-
Anything in the nude family of shades.
Also— the soft pink shades. I believe that polishes
should compliment your hands. They shouldn’t jump
out at you. The only deviation for me is that I
love a fabulous “red” polish—- It adds class to any
outfit that you choose.
Sherry says:
My go-to is a pearly pale pink–goes with everything every season of the year!
Candice says:
OPI “I’m only a waitress” red! LOVE it!
LAURIE LAMBERT says:
Reds and pinks. They go with everything.
kms says:
My go to nail color is OPI Sand in my Suit. But I am always trying something different. Can’t wait to try some of the new colors mentioned above!
Maryann Fitzgerald says:
My go to shade is a pale pink so I’m looking forward to changing it up and trying nude! Thanks for the suggestion!
Laurie says:
Pink or gold are my safe. Light slightly metallic blue or purple for evenings.
Susan says:
My go to nail polish shade is OPI Bubble Bath or OPI My Private Jet. But I’m a polishaholic so I will wear anything!
Theresa Logan says:
A light Bare Pink on my fingers during the week for protection (office work in a mining office). Bright pink on my toes to make me smile while waiting for summer. On the weekend with my 7 year old grand-daughter, anything goes!
mawk313 says:
Mine would be mauve.
mrgvintage says:
My go-to shade would be iridescent pearl or a soft gold.
inMO says:
It depends on the season, but my next pedicure will be in a pink or red hue for Valentine’s Day.
Lavonne says:
My go-to color for everyday life is Opi’s Dulce De Leche. I work in medicine, so have to stay neutral, and this one covers over a multitude of nail “issues” – glued breaks, one short nail…
Rae Nolan says:
Red!
Ter Garney says:
Pink! Sheer “ballet tutu” pink! It never goes out of style & it compliments my skintone perfectly. And bonus points for being my favorite color!
BECCA8688 says:
I LIKE THE MANNEQUIN SHADES
Vera says:
Essie – “Cocktail Bling” !!!!! Love It !!!!!
Sarah Hirsch says:
i love beige and ‘orchid (deep dark purple)’ right now but always love a pale pink, too!
Anne Kerr says:
My fave go to color is a pale shade of pink a little pinker than ballet slipper.
Georgia says:
Lovin’ the Vampire Chic colors.
Shy Girl says:
A pinky/salmony shade for my toes in the summer…
Carmen says:
My policy is that “anything goes on my toes”…I will wear almost any color on my toes….On my fingers, I prefer either a classic red, burgandy or right now I’m wearing a very steely gray color….I love polish and would love to win this beautiful naked color.
Lori says:
I just ordered 3 new shades from Zoya, a brand I hadn’t tried before. All are soft beigy-pinks, some with lilac hints. Lauren, Kennedy, and Avril are the shades I ordered and I love them ALL. They’re my favorite colors right now, along with Metro Chic and Run With It from OPI (or possibly Sephora by OPI). They just seem to go with everything. I also find the softer shades much more forgiving when it comes to application. With a dark shade, every speck you get on the cuticle will show up, and it makes me hyper-critical of my nails. Most dark colors take 2 coats to achieve the desired color, too – twice the opportunity to mess up.
Sharon Cherro says:
sure i would wear these colors i wear alot of way out there colors
Collett Withers says:
ALL Purples are my favorites!!
Tarheelgirl says:
Clear with a hint of pale pink…I’d love to try the beige “Naked”
Ellen Bair says:
I love both ends of the shade spectrum, the very light and the bright plum. At 56 I might wear the blues on my toes
kcolor273 says:
I’m always in the mood for a pretty pink.
LRCarlozzi says:
My go to color is still a light shade of pink (Essie’s Sugar Daddy or Muchi muchi)
Marygene Muller says:
Essie Ballet Slippers. No matter how far I roam, Ballet Slippers is like home.
Gwen says:
When I polish up literally, I wear something unexpected. A bright blue or green, never subtle and then in a week it’s back to clear.
1wicket46 says:
My “go to” nail polish is dark maroon on my toes and an opaque mauve on my nails. They always look good with just about everything…making it easier to pack when traveling!
drsusan32 says:
Most of the time I just wear a clear base coat and top coat, but when going out for something special, I usually choose a pale shade of pink for my finger nails. However, I always have more colorful toe nails.
debbie coleman says:
In a couple of years those that are wearing the brown and blacks will be Fifty and over and will understand. Hands after years of raising children, gardening, playing golf and tennis, washing and cleaning not yo mention rheumatoid arthritis would not look very pretty in those colors. Now I khow why my mother and grandmother wore gloves back in the day.
Tannersmom says:
Light pink – that drys quickly.
Nancy says:
I have a mettalic deep purple that I love.
auntaud says:
PALE pink
kmariem18 says:
I tend toward the neutrals, so this color would be great for me!
Cindy Collins says:
Red or bright pink.
ticki566 says:
Burgundy red
cyndecat says:
Mermaids Dream is my most favorite!
I rarely do polish because books are brutal on my nails (I’m a librarian) but these shades are fabulous and I would totally give them a try. Plus what a great venue to show off new colors – hundreds of people check out books everyday!!!!
TACACMS says:
I would try anything once…..after all, if you don’t like it…take it off!
mjludka says:
I love a deep claret red with a bit of glitter in it. Looks great with almost any color clothing I’m wearing and it also looks great with my skin tone.
FOF Editor says:
My new favorite “classic” shade is Butter London’s “Pink Ribbon”…I have very pale skin and it’s super flattering.
OcalaRose says:
Creamy Oyster Pearl has always been my favorite, but
never use two colors at one time.
butterfly42blue says:
Blue, baby~
vasslt says:
Gold! Always in fashion!
darlenecom says:
The almighty RED! Love it!