Style Nails The Prettiest Nail Colors For A Love-Filled February Kick off Valentine's Day early with these festive shades. By Kaitlyn Yarborough Kaitlyn Yarborough Part of the Southern Living team since 2017, Kaitlyn Yarborough 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 Updated on January 26, 2023 Share Tweet Pin Email We independently research, test, review, and recommend the best products—learn more about our process. If you buy something through our links, we may earn a commission. Olive & June When choosing a new nail color of the month, February sits on a pendulum between us wanting a cozy winter color that goes moodier or muted and us tempted to dive headfirst into Valentine's Day season with a romantic cherry red, sweetheart baby pink, or even a flirtatious metallic shade. February is here with all the options to complement your signature style without feeling like you're getting stuck in a cold-weather rut. No matter if there are social plans on the calendar or a relaxing movie night at home, it never hurts to feel festive for the occasion, even if it's just making adorable Conversation Heart Sugar Cookies or enjoying a self-care spa night. It's a winter month that also wants to feel exciting, so why not welcome it with a new festive manicure? Here are 18 nail colors for February that we're swooning over. OPI Infinite Shine 2 Long-Wear Lacquer in Relentless Ruby Amazon View On Amazon View On Walmart Red is always an appropriate pick for the month of love, and this super vibrant rose red shade will get the romance going. Essie Nail Polish in Penny Talk Amazon View On Amazon View On Walmart A penny for your Valentine's thoughts? This statement-making metallic copper is a way cooler take on neutral for February. Olive & June JG Courtesy by OLIVE & JUNE View On Oliveandjune.com For a color that still feels fitting for winter, go for this deep raspberry shade that has us smitten. Smith & Cult Nail Polish in Monaco Madness Amazon View On Amazon Inspired by the glitz and glam of Monaco, this shimmering barely-pink reminds us of a glass of sparkling rosé champagne. Essie Gel Couture Nail Polish in Wilder Than I Seem Essie View On Amazon View On Target View On Walgreens Essie's long-wear gel collection is ideal for at-home manicures, and this pink violet shade is perfect for the month of love. OPI OPI Nail Lacquer in Baby, Take a Vow Opi View On Amazon View On Sallybeauty.com Hint, hint. This classic OPI blush pink will capture your heart—and maybe someone else's. Smith & Cult Nail Polish in A Little Underground Amazon View On Amazon Try an updated dark shade like this metallic plum if you're sticking with winter vibes. OPI Nature Strong Nail Lacquer in Kind of a Twig Deal OPI View On Amazon View On Ulta For those who aren't crazy about pink but still want to get into the spirit, this dusty rose almost appears like a taupey neutral. Chanel Le Vernis Longwear Nail Colour in Pirate Nordstrom View On Amazon View On Nordstrom If you ever splurge on one nail color, make it this divine red that's bound to line up some secret admirers. It stays in style all year long. Olive & June Iridescent Pink with Red Metallic Hearts Press-On Nails Olive & June View On Oliveandjune.com Remember the old-school drugstore press-ons? They've gotten a major modern upgrade by Olive & June. This design couldn't be more festive for February. Olive & June RP Olive & June View On Oliveandjune.com If you're hunting for a new version of your favorite nude, consider this freshened-up grayish taupe shade that's super creamy and a standout on the fingers. Dior Nail Glow Nail Enhancer Nordstrom View On Nordstrom View On Sephora View On Dior.com This unique nail lacquer is a non-color color. It's a universally flattering, translucent tint that enhances the color of your natural nails, perfect for those who aren't into manicures but still want to get in on the fun. Revlon Nail Enamel in Pure Pearl Walmart View On Walmart View On Walgreens This silvery winter white has been around for a long time, and it's no surprise. Trade in your go-to white mani for a few days. OPI Nail Polish in Reykjavik Has All the Hot Spots Amazon View On Amazon View On Walmart Step outside the box of chocolates with this dusky mauve shade with just enough shimmer to feel occasion-worthy. Sally Hansen Color Therapy Nail Polish in Blushed Petal Amazon View On Amazon View On Walmart We'll always enjoy the prettiest neutral: rose gold. The drugstore polish looks positively charming and works on a budget. Chanel Le Vernis Longwear Nail Colour in Camelia Nordstrom View On Amazon View On Nordstrom Forget winter—we're trying to steal spring's heart, hoping it'll come sooner. This candy-heart pink does just that. Deborah Lippmann Gel Lab Pro Nail Polish in Truth to Power Nordstrom View On Amazon View On Nordstrom One of the best home gel polishes, Deborah Lippmann's smoky eggplant shade, keeps things moody without being boring. Essie Nail Polish in Swoon in the Lagoon Ulta View On Ulta View On Target View On Walgreens Inspired by a dreamy first date in a romantic rowboat for two, this Essie shade is the perfect mid-tone magenta. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit