As soon as Fall/Winter is on the horizon and temps drop below 80 degrees, we are drenched in Pumpkin Spiced Latte everything and busy obsessing over the incoming trends. Much like recent years, it seems like the 90’s are back in a big way. Bringing back the relaxed looks blended with maximalism chic that Gen X rocked back in the day. Stacked gold bracelets, check. Barn jackets and trench coats, check. Long shorts and skinny jeans whether you like them or not), check check! And the pièce de résistance, the nail shades!
I don’t know about you, but I have waited 20+ years to walk to the Chanel counter and purchase Vamp (aka Rouge Noir) again. If you haven’t seen that maroon is set to be the #itgirl shade of the fall/winter season, then you either live under a rock or don’t have Instagram. I do realize not everyone is looking to spend $32 to relive the nostalgia of their late teens or just to hear yourself say “do you have Vamp?” one more time. So we compiled a list of the hottest nail colours of the year from your designer faves and their quiet luxury dupes. Just remember, nobody has to know. And with these dupes, they most certainly won't!
Chanel Le Vernis Rouge Noir (a.k.a Vamp)
A cult favorite made famous by its blood-red pigment and its iconic shine. Here’s the thing about Vamp, or Rouge Noir that makes it such a cult classic is that gorgeous black undertone. There is a red nail polish or red gel nail color for every season and every occasion, but this maroon must-have is special because it’s so dark, there is just a subtle hint of red. Unlike its cheery summer counterparts with a blue or orange undertone, it’s bold and moody. Just how we love it.
Chanel Le Vernis Rouge Noir Dupes
Hollyhock by Green Natural Polish
Wicked by Essie
Go Garnet by Sally Hansen
Hermès Vert Bronze
From Khaki to Hunter, earthy tones like greens and browns have returned and this limited edition khaki nail lacquer with gray undertones from Hermès proves it. Think colours from the earth and you’ll get the nail polish shades we are crushing on this year. As the leaves begin to turn right before they go to those beautiful warm shades, the green morphs into a richer, deeper tone. Those are the colors we are going for. Shades with a mossy undertone, not a sweet minty one. In Limited Edition this year, Hermès released their Vert Bronze nail paint, a green shade with grey undertones just in time for fall. And not to worry, this hue gorgeous, but also easy to find from a range of brands from Essie to Khaki, we have you covered.
Hermès Vert Bronze Dupes
Essie Muted Neutral Khaki
Essie Meet Me At Midnight
J. Hannah in Eames
Dior Vernis 902 Pied-de-Poule
There is just something about a deep, rich, classic navy and this intense blue has a long-lasting gel shine finish and ergonomic brush for precise control. Although the colour is perfect in summer on a striped tee or your teenie bikini, for fall/winter it makes an epic mani choice. Again with the black undertones, this deeper shade of the patriotic summer hue makes us swoon in any form. Originating from the navy officers clothing since 1748, Navy blue got its name from the dark blue worn in contrast to the crisp naval white. In honor of it’s history, we solute this fashion forward shade!
Dior Vernis 902 Pied-de-Poule Dupes
Left on Shred by Essie Expressie
OPI Yoga-ta Get This Blue!
Miracle Gel: Midnight Mod by Sally Hansen
Hermes 80 Gris Étoupe
An understated warm grey enamel made in France and composed of at least 71% ingredients of natural origin. This shade has beige undertones guaranteed to complement your fall wardrobe. The key to this year's trending grey shades is the warmth. Think elephant grey. With just enough beige (brown) undertone, you still get the moody shade for the cooler months but with the warmth for a more pleasing tone.
Hermes 80 Gris Étoupe Dupes
Raw Cocoa by Sally Hansen
Hike it Up by Essie
OPI Fall-ing for Milan
Chanel Le Vernis PHÉNIX
A stunning nail color basking in gold pigment and reminiscent of the setting desert sun. As fall/winter return, so does Talyor Swift to Kansas City to route for her man. If you noticed, her nails were the perfect shade of gold. We have no idea what Easter Egg that was, but coming off the Olympics, we are all for this shade. It’s regal, it’s royal, it’s just the right amount of bling in a warm, bright tone and just the right amount of shimmer. Whether you are pairing it with all denim, or matched with a classic black, this nail shade never disappoints.
Chanel Le Vernis PHÉNIX Dupes
OPI Five Golden Flings
Orly Golden Record
Essie Million Miles
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