Grab Fall 2010's Top Nail Polish Trends

Chalk it up to impatience, but we're beyond ready for fall 2010's most wanted accessory: new nail polish! After a summer of striking, bright varnishes that captured the life-of-the-party, warm-weather vibe, we've been itching for a glimpse into what's on deck for fall nail trends. And from mysteriously dark to the tippy-top of glam, polishes really nail it this season, zeroing in on striking gemstone shades, heavy metals, luxe neutrals, and clear-cut pops of purple—a welcome shift from the ubiquitous beige/grey. Don't get us wrong, greige was definitely last year's color-du-jour and a cool game-changer, but we're ready to paint on some supersexy shades that really grab the fall's moodier, upscale vibe in a big way. Just read on for our top four fall nail polish trends and pick your poison for the season ahead.

1. Purples: Whether it's Purple Rain or Purple Reign, this provocative shade is leading the pack in fall nail colors.

Above, from left: Chanel Nail Polish in Paradoxal, $23, available at Chanel; YSL Nail Polish in Belle de Nuit, $30 the set of two, available at Nordstrom; Butter London 3 Free Lacquer Nail Polish in Marrow, $14, available at Butter London.

2. Metallics: Elements of precious metals twinkle and shine throughout theses deep, eye-catching shades that pack an almost vampy, multi-hued luminosity.


Above, from left: Lippmann Collection Nail Polish in Bad Romance, $18, available at Nordstrom; DiorVernis Nail Polish in Black Sequins, $21, available at Nordstrom; Zoya Nail Polish in Cheryl, $7, available at Zoya; Orly Cosmic FX Nail Polish in Its Not Rocket Science, $10, available in September at Orly Beauty.

3. Neutrals: If basic instinct is more your game, go with the understated power of soft cream shades that channel the crushed leaves of a crisp fall season or the buttery softness of a timeless vintage Chanel bag.


Above, from left: Sephora by OPI Nail Polish in Do I Know You?, $9, available at Sephora; Essie Nail Polish in Sew Psyched, $8, available this fall at Essie; Tracy Reese for Sally Hansen Nail Polish in Bittersweet, $7, available this fall at CVS.


4. Gem Tones: Striking color rules with these rich, jewel-tone shades that perfectly transition your digits from a playful summer to a rich, technicolor fall.



Above, from left: OPI Nail Polish in Cuckoo for Color, $8.50, available this fall at Ulta; Estée Lauder Pure Color Nail Lacquer in Blue Dahlia, $18, available at Nordstrom; M.A.C. Jin Soon Nail Trend Collection Nail Polish in Imperial Flower, $12, available this fall at M.A.C..

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Summer starts with nudes

If only we could change our seasonal wardrobes as easily as a chameleon does its’ skin. Shifting from the sleek black and grey’s of winters’ wardrobe towards summers’ more colourful pallette presents some challenges. Specifically, the lack of sun and an overdose of winter warmers doesn’t cut the colour check criteria.

Make way for nudes. Seen on the ramps around the world, this poetic blend of toffee’s, blush, burnt caramel, mink and soft grey’s is blended into a rich and luxurious statement of draping, textures and movement.

Here are some key pieces that successfully pull the look together and introduce the workable and totally wearable summer story.

Sissy Boy tie-dye maxi dress R799

Ronald Sassoon twisted nude tee R449

  

Queue rose detailed nude heel R399

Queue snake carrier R399

Sunglass Hut cream square Prada R2750

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