Finally, polishes in candy-colored pastel shades and translucent jelly finishes no longer feel unexpected.

With its warm undertones and milky opacity, this sweet peaches-and-cream shade from Sundays beautifully fits the bill.

You cant go wrong with an almost-white blue, says Sarah Chue, a Los Angeles-based nail artist.

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She loves Gelcares Lavender BB Cream, a muted, barely there shade that looks amazing on everyone.

However, much like earthy and woody fragrances, a more down-to-earth shade can feel just as seasonal.

Best neon: Pleasing Nail Polish Sticky Segments

Maybe subtle isnt your thing.

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a hair stylist and colorist in New York City

(As a longtime fan of ugly nail colors, I fully relate.)

Chue anticipates fun iridescent colors to be popular this spring, like this shimmery chic baby pink from Chanel.

With its pearlescent finish and sheer hue, this color is reminiscent of a soft, bubbly shampoo formula.

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In spring 2025, green is taking on a cooler, more muted tone, says Hanna.

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Best overall: Sundays Nail Polish No. 8

Best light blue: Olive and June Long-Lasting Polish Angelfish

Best Lavender: Gelcare Lavender BB Cream

Best spring neutral: Manucurist Nail Polish Dove Beige

Best pastel: Essie Nail Polish Bikini So Teeny

Best yellow: OPI Nail Lacquer Blinded by the Ring Light

Best pink: Jinsoon Nail Polish Pinky

Best brown: Mented Nail Lacquer Yes We Tan

Best neon: Pleasing Nail Polish Sticky Segments

Best iridescent: Chanel Le Vernis Longwear Nail Colour Songe D’été

Best pale green: Dazzle Dry Affluent

Best chrome: Londontown Lakur Pixi Chrome