Style Nails The Prettiest Nail Polish Colors for Spring 2021 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.She earned a B.A. in Journalism at the University of Georgia. She hopes to inspire your travel bucket list with her features on road trips through Texas Hill Country, bourbon tours in Kentucky, and the best beach getaways on the Gulf Coast. Southern Living's editorial guidelines Updated on February 15, 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: OPI 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 17 prettiest spring nail colors to choose this season. 01 of 17 OPI 'Mexico City Move-mint' OPI Part of OPI's previous Mexico City spring collection, this subtle minty blue lacquer is dreamily opaque and oh-so flattering—like a spring-forward take on a summer white nail. BUY IT: $10.50; amazon.com 02 of 17 Essie 'Can Dew Attitude' Essie From last year's Essie spring collection, this muted green polish feels crisper than an early spring day. As far as color, it leans more celadon than mint. BUY IT: $7.75; amazon.com 03 of 17 OPI 'My Chihuahua Doesn't Bite Anymore' OPI Before you ask, yes. 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. BUY IT: $13; amazon.com 04 of 17 Smith & Cult 'Pillow Pie' Smith & Cult Nail Polish in Pillow Pie Everyone needs a great powdery pink on the lineup—for all of those springtime festivities, of course. BUY IT: $18; amazon.com 05 of 17 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. BUY IT: $9; amazon.com 06 of 17 Sally Hansen '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. BUY IT: $8.99; target.com 07 of 17 Paintbox 'Like Mystery' Paintbox If you're still waiting to jump onto the bright color express, this sandy, putty nude is the more interesting neutral polish your fingers deserve. BUY IT: $22; paint-box.com 08 of 17 OPI 'Destined To Be a Legend' 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. BUY IT: $10.50; amazon.com 09 of 17 Olive & June 'Hibiscus' Olive and 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. BUY IT: $8; oliveandjune.com 10 of 17 Essie 'Heart of Gold' Essie Metallics never go out of style, and this trendy beige from Essie's special Valentine's Day collection feels fresh and new. BUY IT: $8.99; target.com 11 of 17 OPI 'Suzi Calls the Paparazzi' OPI A modern baby pink to rule them all? That's what you get with this favorite from OPI's spring 2021 collection. BUY IT: $10.50; amazon.com 12 of 17 Olive & June 'Lava' Make an entrance into the warmer months with a super creamy, fiery orange-red from Olive & June's spring 2021 collection. BUY IT: $8; oliveandjune.com 13 of 17 Smith & Cult 'Peaceful Paranoia' Nordstrom This silky shade is a muted mauve with a magenta sheen. If you're not one for bright pinks, this shade might be your new go-to. BUY IT: $18; amazon.com 14 of 17 Essie '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. BUY IT: $6.75; amazon.com 15 of 17 Chanel 'Camelia' Nordstrom It wouldn't be a spring polish list without at least one bright pink. This raspberry-tinted shade matches the gorgeous flowers that bloom in the spring. BUY IT: $28; nordstrom.com 16 of 17 Sally Hansen '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. BUY IT: $6.72; walmart.com 17 of 17 OPI 'You're Such a Budapest' OPI This periwinkle-purple is an undeniable mood-setter for spring. Be prepared for a burst of seasonal cheer. BUY IT: $10.50; amazon.com Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit