Nail Colors for Your Skin Tone
5 min read • Nail Design Guide
The right nail color can make your hands look elegant and polished, while the wrong shade can appear dull or clash with your skin. Here's how to find colors that make your manicure pop.
Colors by Skin Tone
Fair/Light Skin
Pink or peachy undertones
Everyday
Soft pinksNude beigesLight coralsLavenderSheer red
Statement
Classic redBerry shadesPlum
Use Caution
Neon orange (can look harsh)Very pale nudes (can wash out)
Light-Medium Skin
Warm golden or cool pink undertones
Everyday
Dusty roseMauveSoft coralTaupePeachy nudes
Statement
True redBurnt orangeDeep berry
Use Caution
Very pale pinks (can look washed out)
Medium/Olive Skin
Green or golden undertones
Everyday
TerracottaWarm nudesCoralWarm pinkCaramel
Statement
Deep redBurnt siennaEmerald green
Use Caution
Pastels can look mutedCool-toned pinks
Tan/Medium-Dark Skin
Warm or neutral undertones
Everyday
Deep coralsRich nudesCaramel brownsWarm berries
Statement
Bold fuchsiaOrange-redTeal
Use Caution
Pastels can disappearVery light nudes
Dark/Deep Skin
Rich warm or cool undertones
Everyday
Deep berryRich chocolateBold redElectric blueMetallic gold
Statement
Neon colors pop beautifullyJewel tonesWhite
Use Caution
Nude shades that don't complement your tone
Seasonal Color Inspiration
Spring
Fresh & PlayfulCoralMintSoft pinkLavenderPeach
Summer
Bold & VibrantNeon pinkTurquoiseHot orangeElectric blueWhite
Fall
Warm & CozyBurgundyRustMustardForest greenChocolate
Winter
Elegant & RichDeep redEmeraldNavyPlumMetallic silver