Our readers seemed 50/50 on Pantone’s 2015 Color of the Year, a burgundy-ish hue called
EzFlow TruGel Absolutely Smitten
What we like: This gel on the pinker side of the spectrum pairs well with blues and purples in nail art.
China Glaze VII
What we like: This port crème requires a side of Merlot. Cheers!
OPI Chicago Champaign Toast
What we like: This muted hue flatters pale skin tones instead of washing them out.
Essie Bordeaux
What we like: Maybe it’s just the name, but something about this shade is almost edible.
Cuccio Colour Boston Cream Pie
What we like: Almost a perfect match to Marsala, this shade retains some of the rusty “orange” notes we like so much!
Young Nails Caption Polish in Regret is Over-Rated
What we like: This formula is designed to be chip-free for nine days and easy to apply without flooding the cuticle.
CND Vinylux Scarlet Letter
What we like: This rosy shade rivals our favorite lipsticks!
IBD Just Gel Polish Mogul and IBD Nail Lacquer Mogul
What we like: Matching gel and polish mean matching mani-pedis!
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Orly Darkest Shadow
What we like: The reddish glitter is like a surprise when the polish hits the light!
