Style Nails The Coziest Winter Nail Colors for January 2022 By Southern Living Editors Southern Living Editors Since 1966, the editors of Southern Living have been carrying out the mission of the brand: to bring enjoyment, fulfillment, and inspiration to our readers by celebrating life in the South. We inspire creativity in their homes, their kitchens, their gardens, and their personal style. We are a friend they can trust, a guide to the seasons, a helping hand during the holidays, and a relentless champion of the Southern way of life. Southern Living's editorial guidelines Updated on October 7, 2021 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. Photo: Essie The beginning of a new year often has us all feeling like starting off fresh by taking on better habits, getting rid of old ones, and—most commonly—changing up our look. While others are hitting the squats and going into the salon for a pixie cut, why not start slow and steady with a cozy winter manicure in a color that feels new to you? It takes only a little courage to step outside your usual OPI Lincoln Park After Dark or Essie Bordeaux, which is all you need to kick 2022 off on a fanciful foot. From new wintry takes on classic dark nail colors to unique pops of color that'll have you feeling the opposite of boring, these are the best nail colors to try this January and tick off all the way into spring. 01 of 17 Smith & Cult 'Stockholm Syndrome' Amazon This moody gray is just the deep neutral your nails need to go with your favorite winter sweater. BUY IT: $18; amazon.com 02 of 17 OPI 'Drama at La Scala' OPI Winter is always a big time for jewel tones, but instead of your usual ruby red, why not go with a dreamy dark teal? BUY IT: $10.50; amazon.com 03 of 17 Essie 'Wool Me Over' Essie This creamy taupe brown is as cozy as your favorite sweater—and will look great with it, too! Neutral lovers need to snag it. BUY IT: $11.50; amazon.com 04 of 17 Smith & Cult 'A Little Underground' Smith & Cult Put out vibes for a year full of good luck with a celestial metallic purple that captures all the eyes in the room. BUY IT: $18; amazon.com 05 of 17 Chanel 'New Dawn' Nordstrom The pigment on Chanel's longwear nail polishes makes it worth the splurge alone. Even a muted purple taupe can look totally sumptuous. BUY IT: $28; nordstrom.com 06 of 17 Olive and June 'CN' Olive and June Bring on the not-your-typical dark nail colors—starting with this smooth chocolate brown that feels comfy and chic with your winter outfits. BUY IT: $8; oliveandjune.com 07 of 17 OPI 'Suzi Talks With Her Hands' OPI We never thought we'd swoon over gray nail polish, but this one has a whole lot of soul. It's got green and blue undertones that help it look way more exciting than cement gray. BUY IT: $10.50; amazon.com 08 of 17 Base Coat 'Sagittaurus' Nordstrom This dreamy grey-purple shade is a little jazzier than your usual neutral. Shop It: $20; nordstrom.com 09 of 17 Smith & Cult 'Love Lust Lost' Smith and Cult A more full-bodied version of dusty rose, this not-too-pink nail color goes on super creamy and opaque. BUY IT: $18; amazon.com 10 of 17 OPI 'Things I've Seen in Aber-green' Walmart Nothing like a smoky army green to start the next twelve months off with a bang. This one from OPI's Scotland Collection is a forever favorite. BUY IT: $8.75; walmart.com 11 of 17 Olive & June 'ECC' Olive and June Winter white is getting a stylish update this year in the form of this cool gray-white that will never be mistaken as a Funny Bunny-style summer white. BUY IT: $8; oliveandjune.com 12 of 17 Essie 'Bubbles Only' Essie Make sure 2022 knows you're coming in confident with a creamy burgundy red that's packed with personality. BUY IT: $11.59; target.com 13 of 17 Smith & Cult 'Kings & Thieves' Amazon A deep, inky blue has more intrigue than your go-to black or burgundy for cold weather. BUY IT: $18; amazon.com 14 of 17 OPI 'Intentions Are Rose Gold' Ulta Beauty This soothing shade is from OPI's Nature Strong line, which is made with plant-based ingredients sourced from nature. Add a little shimmer to dreary January with a rose gold polish that shines. BUY IT: $11.50; ulta.com 15 of 17 Olive and June 'CDJ' Olive and June If you want to save money in the new year, start off with an affordable nail polish shade you'll use to the last drop. This is the ultimate neutral that complements any skin tone. BUY IT: $8; oliveandjune.com 16 of 17 OPI 'Destined To Be A Legend' Ulta Beauty This blue-gray is destined to be a legend in your nail polish lineup. It's a lowkey way to add color to your winter look that won't take over your outfit. BUY IT: $10.50; ulta.com 17 of 17 Smith & Cult 'Powder Posse' Amazon This pale lilac is soft but makes a bigger statement than most neutrals. BUY IT: $18; amazon.com Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit