Neutral Nail Polish for Every Occasion

The name doesn’t lie—this barely-there hue is the perfect nude. When you don’t want to fully commit to a bold shade, sweep this one on for an instant pick me up.

To buy: $16, lippmanncollection.com.

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If you love wearing muted colors in your clothes, this delicate pale purple is the perfect complement.

To buy: $3, ulta.com.

For a little shimmer in your life, use this iridescent creamy hue. This adult version of glitter lacquer won’t take you back to grade school, but instead adds a little pizzazz to your fingertips.

To buy: $8, zoya.com.

Sip your tea with prim and polished tips with this opaque beige that is so soft it’s fit for—who else?—a queen.

To buy: $14, butterlondon.com.

Stark white may not be your thing, but this sheer version is a happy medium. Try it alone or layer to tone down a brighter color.

To buy: $17, narscosmetics.com.

For those of you that usually gravitate towards pale pinks, try this almond taupe that is a neutral version of your standard pastel. It looks especially good with olive skin tones.

To buy: $8, ulta.com.

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