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The 5 Best Nail Colors to Wear This Fall

We’re sad to see summer end, but we’re cheered by the prospect of many autumnal treats ahead—like leaf peeping, pumpkin-flavored delicacies, new fall clothes and nail polishes to match them. Here, the five trendiest shades to wear this season.

*This* Fall Nail Color Looks Amazing on Every Skin Tone


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OPI

A Shade-shifting Glitter

FYI: Sparkle is back in a big way. Top your tips with a layer of iridescent glitter to give them shimmery dimension. Or wear three coats on their own for a shiny, foiled finish.

OPI ($11)

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Essie

A Bold Marigold

Before you write off this sunny shade as too bright for fall, note that it pulls more marigold than yellow on your nails and is surprisingly flattering on a variety of skin tones. Plus, you could argue that it is the quintessential fall shade—evocative of gourds and school buses and the changing leaves all around.

Essie ($9)

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Smith & Cult

A Burnt Orange

Speaking of foliage, a swipe of terra-cotta polish will carry you through the seasons (plus it’s a little less expected than a candy apple red). The rich hue looks especially flattering against darker skin tones.

Smith & Cult ($18)

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Deborah Lippmann

A Deep Blue

A bit brighter than navy but more subdued that cobalt, this creamy blue polish makes a statement without being too loud. Consider swapping it in as your fall neutral (while giving the usual pale pinks a break).

Deborah Lippmann ($20)

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Jin Soon

A Crisp White

Just as white boots are this fall’s footwear trend, white polish is trending for your fingertips. The reason? It’s a foolproof shade that goes with everything from your summer dresses to your finest fall knits.

Jin Soon ($18)



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Jenny Jin is PureWow’s Beauty Director and is currently based in Los Angeles. Since beginning her journalism career at Real Simple magazine, she has become a human encyclopedia of...