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These New Fall Nail Polishes Just Hit Shelves —And You’re Going to Want Them All

These New Fall Nail Polishes Just Hit Shelves —And You’re Going to Want Them All

By Patricia Shannon

August 23, 2017

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Credit: Smith & Cult

Meet this year’s batch of fall nail colors. From a moss green to a shimmery red, these polishes will have your fall nails on point all season long. Start the season off with Zoya’s subtle Presley polish. It’s a smoky, neutral taupe that can act as a transition between the summer and fall months. As the season progresses, warm things up with Smith & Cult’s Bitter Buddhist fall nail polish. It’s a flattering mossy green that’s just unexpected enough to garner plenty of imitation manicures. Just be ready to share the shade make and model—inquiring minds will want to know. Once mid-October hits, you can take advantage of the full spectrum of autumn nail polish colors. Opt for Sally Hansen’s Good as Blue for those first crisp fall days. A few of our other favorite fall colors for nails include OPI Rebel Without a Moss, Essie Knee-High Life, and Orly Just Bitten. Whatever autumn nail polish you choose, top it off with your favorite gel top coat to ensure your nails make it through the week without a chip in sight. Truth be told, these polishes will have all eyes on your fingers, so you’ll want to be in top shape.

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Smith & Cult Bitter Buddhist

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Buy It: $18; bluemercury.com

Smith & Cult calls it an opaque celadon green. We’re calling it a new favorite.

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Essie Knee-High Life

Credit: Ulta

Buy It: $9; ulta.com

Essie’s just-launched fall collection features a deep red with purple undertones that’s bound to be a new classic. Wear it from October through the holidays.

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Debora Lippmann Waking Up In Vegas

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Buy It: $20; sephora.com

This gel-like polish has staying power and, with a shade as versatile as this creamy almond color, you’ll be happy it does.

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Sally Hansen Color Therapy Good as Blue

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Buy It: $6.79; target.com

This classic navy isn’t so dark that it will look more black than blue once you put on a coat or two.

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Essie Girly Grunge

Credit: Ulta

Buy It: $9; ulta.com

If you’re not averse to making a subtle statement with your look, try this metallic hue from Essie’s 90s-inspired fall collection. It’s a silvery purple that looks even better on than it does in the bottle.

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OPI Rebel Without a Moss

Credit: Ulta

Buy It: $10; ulta.com

This deep green is flattering on a wide variety of skin tones. It’s a fresh take on the classic dark fall manicure.

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Butter London Firecracker

Credit: Ulta

Buy It: $10; ulta.com

This list wouldn’t be complete without an updated red. We love this version from Butter London. It’s sparkly and full of dimension.

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Orly Just Bitten

Credit: Orly

Buy It: $8.50; orlybeauty.com

Just Bitten is a deep red that’s both subtle and luxurious. This is another one that can bring you all the way through the holidays.

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Zoya Presley

Credit: Zoya

Buy It: $10; zoya.com

This deep pink is the must-have mauve of the season. Pair it with your early fall wardrobe and never fear a mismatched mani.

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