The Prettiest Nail Polish Colors For Spring 2023

Our favorite nail polishes for spring are fresh and fabulous.

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Essie Don't Burst My Bubble

Target

Ah, spring—the perfect time to start daydreaming of warm-weather getaways and lining up all the happier, brighter nail colors to boost your post-winter mood. From charmingly subtle pastels to lively summer-inspired hues, spring nail colors run the gamut in a super fun way. These vibrant new shades from collections old and new are here to get you inspired. (We dare you to ask for OPI's My Chihuahua Doesn't Bite Anymore without a smile on your face.)

Whether you're heading to the nail salon or mastering the at-home manicure, these are the 15 prettiest spring nail colors to choose this season.

OPI Pink in Bio

OPI Pink in Bio

Amazon

Everyone needs a great powdery pink on the lineup for all of those springtime festivities, and OPI's Pink in Bio from their spring 2023 collection is just the shade you need.

Price at time of publish: $12

Essie Don't Burst My Bubble

Essie Don't Burst My Bubble

Ulta

Periwinkle-purple is an undeniable mood-setter for spring. Paint this shade on and prepare yourself for a burst of seasonal cheer.

Price at time of publish: $12

Olive & June 'Lava'

Spring Nail Polishes Update

Make an entrance into the warmer months with a super creamy, fiery orange-red from Olive & June.

Price at time of publish: $9

Essie Good as Gold

Essie Good as Gold

Amazon

Metallics never go out of style, and this lighter champagne gold from Essie's core collection feels fresh for spring.

Price at time of publish: $10

OPI 'Mexico City Move-mint'

OPI Nail Lacquer in Mexico City Move-mint
OPI

This subtle minty blue lacquer is dreamily opaque and oh-so flattering—like a spring-forward take on a summer white nail.

Price at time of publish: $12

Essie 'Lilacism'

Essie Lilacism
Ulta.com

Lavender has been one of the most popular nail polish colors for a while now, and spring is the perfect time to give it a try.

Price at time of publish: $7

Olive & June Hibiscus

Olive & June Hibiscus

Olive & June

This new take on classic hot pink is bound to get you excited for spring, even if there is still a little chill in the air.

Price at time of publish: $9

OPI Infinite Shine Nail Polish

OPI Nail Lacquer in My Chihuahua Doesn’t Bite Anymore
OPI

Before you ask, this does happen to be the updated sister version of OPI's beloved My Chihuahua Bites! coral red. Slightly brighter and more zingy, it's the perfect pick for spring.

Price at time of publish: $12

Sally Hansen 'Eternally Grapefruit'

Sally Hansen Miracle Gel Polish in Eternally Grapefruit
Sally Hansen

Nothing says spring like a manicure cast in a shimmery, citrusy grapefruit pink. This drugstore lacquer is a breath of fresh air.

Price at time of publish: $8

OPI 'Destined To Be a Legend'

Spring Nail Polishes Update
OPI

When everyone's going baby pink, head to the other side of the tonal spectrum with a calming dusty blue that doesn't feel boring.

Price at time of publish: $12

Paintbox 'Like Mystery'

Paintbox Nail Lacquer in Like Mystery
Paintbox

If you're still waiting to jump onto the bright color express, this sandy nude is the more interesting neutral polish your fingers deserve.

Price at time of publish: $22

Essie 'Make a Splash'

Essie Nail Polish in Make a Splash
Essie

Cinderella called, and she's wondering how Essie got her signature gown's color swatch. This shimmery baby blue shade is bippity-boppity beautiful.

Price at time of publish: $9

OPI 'Suzi Calls the Paparazzi'

Spring Nail Polishes Update
OPI

A modern baby pink to rule them all? That's what you get with this new favorite.

Price at time of publish: $12

Sally Hansen 'Coconut Milk'

Sally Hansen Good. Kind. Pure. Polish in Coconut Milk
Sally Hansen

Say hello to your new favorite springtime nude. This creamy white color is softer and more transitional than a grayish winter white or a stark summer white.

Price at time of publish: $6

Essie 'Can Dew Attitude'

Essie Nail Polish in Can Dew Attitude on hands
Essie

This muted green polish feels crisper than an early spring day. As far as color, it leans more toward celadon than mint.

Price at time of publish: $14

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