The Prettiest Nail Polish Colors for Spring 2021

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

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

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

Everyone needs a great powdery pink on the lineup—for all of those springtime festivities, of course. 

BUY IT: $18; amazon.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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

This periwinkle-purple is an undeniable mood-setter for spring. Be prepared for a burst of seasonal cheer.

BUY IT: $10.50; amazon.com