It's a Fact: These Best-Selling Nail Colors Look Better on Your Toes
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@cassdimiccoWe like to think pedicure season is year-round, which means it's never a bad time to plan your polish MO. (If you're a hot-pink person, these 20 shades have us feeling a certain type of way right now—just throwing that out there.)
Electric shades of neon or pastel hues like mint have been the pedicure prescription of choice, but this year, we're throwing some new colors into the mix just in time for your next salon appointment. Yes, scarlet reds and go-with-everything nudes will always be on the menu. But we'd also like to introduce you to some unexpected nail colors, like electric purple, dusty olive, denim blue, and shades of peach and pink. Ahead, we're highlighting the 15 best pedicure colors to experiment with. Plus, the polishes you should snap up before they fly off the shelves.
A rich chocolate shade is our go-to pedicure shade because of how striking it looks in an open-toed shoe—to be honest, we're probably also sporting this as a manicure at the same time. While this color seems cold, it actually adds a bit of warmth to your nails. It's elevated, chic, and transitions well in between seasons.
Bold '80s-inspired colors are all the rage in beauty and fashion now. Why not bring these colors into your pedicures? We love electric purple in particular. It makes such a statement when it flashes in the light.
Rich and verdant, this palm-leaf green is the perfect eye-catching pedicure color, in our humble opinion.
Navy blue is a classic pedicure color, but a lighter denim-inspired hue feels fresher and modern.
Olive green might seem an unlikely pedicure color, but it's surprisingly flattering. It goes with pretty much everything, and it's a fresh alternative to the tired and expected mix of mints or neons. (We're especially obsessed with Essie's 8-free, quick-dry formula above!)
This pedicure color is a subtle, charming alternative to your usual bright pink or coral. It also happens to flatter almost every skin tone.
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Nothing is more iconic than a glossy nude nail polish. It makes your fingers and toes look sleek and elegant, and it fits any season or situation. It's truly a no-brainer.
Hot pink is having a comeback, and we are so here for it. This color can veer more pink-pink or purple-pink—pick your poison!
A stunning compromise between blue and green, this is one of the ultimate shades to dunk your toes into.
Plunge into a shimmering shade of violet or opt for a subtle smoky lavender. Shades of purple are always relevant when it comes to the best pedicure colors.
When in doubt, black is always the answer. Yep, even on your toes! It's unexpected and the superior color choice if you're looking to hide sand or any other inevitable damage your pedicure might accrue when you spend time outside. The key? Keep it ultra-glossy with a durable topcoat (like Olive and June's formula below).
While it might be recommended as a winter shade, we believe that this deep reddish purple shade works well all year round. Whether your polish has more of a matte finish or a sparkly one, this is an avant garde, unique take on a classic deep red or funky purple.
Crisp white nail polish makes a big statement on your toes. Opt for a super-opaque, long-lasting formula like this one from Deborah Lippmann, or go a bit more whimsical with a soft, shimmery hue from OPI.
Any color looks prettier on your toes when it's a glimmering metallic. We're suckers for the classics like gold or silver, but really, the world is your oyster with this one! Opt for bronze, rose gold, anything!
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You can't argue with the power and compliment potential of a bright-red pedicure. There are so many great shades, but these are our forevers.
