If you click on links we provide, we may receive compensation. The Best Essie Nail Colors For Spring 2024 Get excited for spring with these charming shades. By Kaitlyn Yarborough Kaitlyn Yarborough Part of the Southern Living team since 2017, Kaitlyn Yarborough Sadik is a Georgia native living in Austin, Texas, who covers a wide variety of topics for both the magazine and website, focusing on culture and lifestyle content, as well as travel in the South. Southern Living's editorial guidelines Published on March 18, 2024 Credit: Courtesy Essie Essie is always there when we're craving a new manicure befitting of the season, from classic neutrals we return to consistently to fun seasonal shades that feel fresh and new. Luckily, between the traditional formula, long-wear gel collection, and fast-drying line, there is no shortage of Essie nail colors to get you excited for spring, especially after relying on dark winter hues for months. Whether you're in the mood for a charming pastel, new neutral, or unexpected shade, we've got the recommendations to last you all spring long and beyond. Here are the best Essie nail colors to try this spring. The Prettiest Nail Polish Colors For Every Month In 2025 Essie Fiji Credit: Amazon $10 $8 at Amazon $19 $9 at Walmart $10 at Target This classic Essie color is absolutely delightful for spring. It's a balanced pastel baby pink that isn't see-through like Ballet Slippers. Essie First Kiss Bliss Credit: Essie $10 $9 at Amazon $13 at Walmart View on Target There is no season that feels more appropriate for a minty, icy blue than springtime. It pops on any skin tone. Essie All Oar Nothing Credit: Ulta View on Amazon View on Walmart View on Ulta From a glance, this apricot shade seems like a bold hello to spring. However, you'll be pleasantly surprised at how it goes on almost like a tanned neutral. Essie Expressie Skip the Track Credit: Ulta $9 $8 at Amazon View on Walmart View on Target Spring is the season of pastels and neutrals, and you get the best of both worlds with this super wearable nail color that teeters perfectly between lavender and gray. Essie Geranium Credit: Amazon $9 $8 at Amazon $14 $7 at Walmart View on Target Spring is finally an acceptable time to break out the red-orange and coral shades, and lets you know that you're only a hop and skip from summertime. Essie Bikini So Teeny Credit: Courtesy of Amazon $9 at Amazon $10 at Walmart $10 at Target A pretty periwinkle blue seems like just a thing to get anyone in the spring spirit. If you're in need of a boost of excitement for the seasons, try putting this on this on your nails. Essie Expressie Buns Up Credit: Essie $9 $8 at Amazon View on Walmart View on Walmart While you can never go wrong with a classic neutral such as pink-nude, this creamy, opaque beige shade is sneakily flattering and something new to try. The fast-drying formula is an even better reason to have it in your bathroom drawer for when you're in a pinch. Essie Gel Couture Wilder Than I Seem Credit: Essie $13 $9 at Amazon View on Walmart $13 at Target For those who don't prefer the pastel and hot pinks that seem to rule springtime, this violet berry pink is still bold without being overwhelmingly bright. Plus, the formula is shiny and long-wear. Essie Heart of the Jungle Credit: Target $8 at Amazon $10 at Target $10 at Ulta Spring greens are to be expected, but we've preferring this more jungle-inspired vibrant olive shade that feels a bit more mature than pastel. Essie Ballet Slippers Credit: Essie View on Walmart $10 at Target $10 at Ulta Sometimes, you're just excited to switch from moody winter hues to your favorite classic neutral. Essie's iconic Ballet Slippers is always a good choice. Essie Caught in the Rain Credit: Essie $10 $7 at Amazon $11 $8 at Walmart $10 at Target We love when a favorite spring shade gets a more muted makeover. Considering going pastel blue? Try this muted sage blue instead. Essie Expressie Power Moves Credit: Essie $10 at Amazon $10 at Walmart $10 at Target We'd be remiss to leave off a perfect hot pink for those who can't wait to get a bit cheeky with their manicures after a season of neutrals and dark winter shades. This fast-drying formula is perfect for fixing any chips on-the-go, especially on pedicures. Essie Gel Couture Bling It Credit: Essie $13 $9 at Amazon View on Walmart $13 at Target A more muted version of a pastel, this sage green long-wear nail shade is just as happy without being incredibly bright. Essie Gel Couture Woven At Heart Credit: Essie $13 $9 at Amazon View on Walmart View on Walmart Hold off on coral, and go for this burnt clay nail color instead. It feels like a warm-toned foray into spring and summer. Explore more: Style Nails Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit