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. 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.
2. Purples: Whether it’s Purple Rain or Purple Reign, this provocative shade is leading the pack in fall nail colors.
Fall is a great time to show off your edgier side with darker shades like dark purple. With the darker color pallet of clothes that you will be wearing in autumn, dark purple will be subtle yet rich. Celebrities love being discrete, and lately Lauren Conrad and Mischa Barton have both been wearing this color around. You know it’s going to be a hit on you with celebs like LC and Ms. Barton rocking it on the red carpet. And Paradoxal by Chanel is definitely the dark purple shade you need this fall.
2. Metallics: Elements of precious metals twinkle and shine throughout theses deep, eye-catching shades that pack an almost vampy, multi-hued luminosity.
4. 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
No one can go wrong with classic black nail polish. Especially if you buy Chanel’s Black Satin. Celebrities like Lindsay Lohan and Nicole Kidman have been seen walking around the streets of Hollywood with this shade on. With the right outfit, say a white tank top, a colorful scarf, and short jean shorts, you will be turning heads with this celebrity nail color in no time.