When it comes to winter, we often see a color palette that is dark and moody. While some shades—like burgundy, navy, emerald, and silver—are classic go-to polish colors for the colder months of the year, there are always ways to switch things up. After all, according to celebrity manicurist Gina Edwards, that’s the science of anchor colors. “The top trending winter nail colors are anchor core colors, just brighter, deeper, or lighter,” she says. “It’s their twist on the expected winter hues that make them unique.”
We reached out to Edwards and fellow celebrity manicurists, Betina Goldstein, Brittney Boyce, and Deborah Lippmann for their takes on the most popular colors for winter. Keep reading to discover the top trending nail colors for the perfect wintery manicure.