Whether you’re the kind of girl who’s always on the hunt for that perfect shade of nude lacquer, or you’re the kind that can spot Big Apple Red on a hand a mile away, nail polish colours can be a bit of an obsession for us beauty junkies. We know the importance of a great mani, see polish as a key accessory to complete any outfit, and believe our go-to shades contribute to forming our signature look.
But, as familiar as we are with our arsenal of fave shades, there are a few colours we’re just not so sure about. Where do you find the perfect coral? What’s the best bold, vibrant colour to don? What are the most popular shades right now? And for all those questions, we bring you a roundup of the most popular nail colours of all time. Flip through the slideshow to check out some shades your know, some you’ve been dying to find out about, and new must-haves that deserve a spot in your polish lineup.

OPI Classic Nail Lacquer in Big Apple Red
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Chanel Le Vernis Nail Colour in Dragon
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Dior Vernis Gel in Rouge 999
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NARS Polish in Soup Can
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Dior Vernis in Wonderland
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Essie Nail Polish in Tart Deco
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Deborah Lippmann Nail Polish in Break 4 Love
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Essie Nail Polish in Sugar Daddy
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Chanel Le Vernis Nail Colour in Beige Rose
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Essie Nail Polish in Fed Up
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Sally Hansen Royal Blush

Essie Nail Polish in Blanc

Essie Nail Polish in Topless and Barefoot

Essie Nail Polish in Smokin’ Hot

OPI Classic Nail Lacquer in Lincoln Park After Dark

Essie Nail Polish in Wicked

Essie Nail Polish in Butler Please

Butter London Kip

Dolce & Gabbana The Nail Lacquer in Passione
