The best nude nail polishes to try now
Ultra-chic nude tips are one of our all-time favourite nail looks. We round up the best nude nail polishes and share the trick to finding your perfect shade.
Nude nail polish will always be the easiest way to create a perfectly groomed, elegant look. In fact, “nude” is the only shade royals like Kate Middleton and Meghan Markle are allowed to wear as the Queen disapproves of dark colours. While Her Majesty is said to be a fan of Essie’s Ballet Slippers and Kate is famously fond of the brand’s shade Allure, the words “nude nail polish” encompass a rather large spectrum that extends far beyond just pale pink.
Finding your nude
In the same way that foundation comes in warm tones and cool tones, nude nail polish also runs hot and cold. If you’re cool-toned, you’re going to look good in blue-toned nudes like baby pink. If you’re warm-toned, you’ll be more flattered by shades that lean towards the beige or peach side of the spectrum.
Still confused? Take a look at your nail beds. If they lean towards the pink side of life, you’ll look best in a cool-toned hue. More beige or yellow? Opt for a warm-toned nude.
Get a little extra
Nude doesn’t have to mean sheer or even boring. Spread your nude wings a little wider and experiment with hues that are completely opaque or have a sparkly finish. Also, greys, taupes and pale mauves aren’t exactly the colour of anyone’s fingertips but they’re subtle enough to pass as a “nude” on a day when you’re wanting a look that’s super stylish yet still subtle.
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Products featured in this article
Colour Riche Nail Polish Nude Demoiselle
R 50.00Long Wear Nail Polish Pink Twice 15ml
R 115.00Stayfast Pro UV Nail Polish Baby Pink
R 28.00Nail Polish Ticklish
R 35.99Glossfinity Nail Enamel Desert Sand 11ml
R 0.01Nail Lacquer Allure 13.5ml
R 69.00Mini Nail Colour Orchid Mauve 5ml
R 32.00Caring Colour Nail Lacquer Mocha Cream CC110
R40.00