I usually stick to just red or pale pink when it comes to nail varnish, but these shots from Swedish Love Affair have me thinking differently. Aren’t her bold color choices terribly fun? Lovely. Do you have a signature nail color or are you adventurous?
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JenLynn says
I typically don’t go bold when it comes to polish. But the purple color is so pretty.
Susan says
Always nude on my hands…color on my toes. I was taught at a young age that is how the french ladies wore nail color. ;)
Shoshana @ Adventures of a Future Housewife says
I’m a pale pink & red type of girl too but lately I’ve tried bright pink and I’m loving it. Maybe I’ll be brave and try the purple. It just sings spring!
Meagan says
Man, I’m such a sucker for awesome nail polish. I really got into the mint candy apple from Essie last year but could never find it in stock. So I got China Glaze’s Refreshmint and wore it nearly every day all throughout spring! I like to switch it up from dark to light to neutral to gold to red. So fun!
Maggie Rose says
My favorite red is “Long Stem Roses” from Essie. My favorite pink is a barely-there ballet-slipper color (also Essie, can’t remember the name). I loved the gray you wore in the pictures from Matchbook’s first New York trip and want to try that! Too bold of colors and I get self-conscious. That’s what my toes are for!
TG says
love the blue one!!
pve says
I do love color and really like navy for Spring!
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Linda [the young curator] says
lately, i’ve been sticking to a sheer pale pink color (essie’s “pop art pink” is a favorite), but that’s mostly because of internship recruiting and hanging out with my boyfriend’s parents (they have this classical view of me that i’m not dying to shatter any time soon)
in the earlier years of college, i wore a lot of deep plum colors, and in high school, my signature color was a vibrant, jewel-toned teal :]
Jenna says
I personally love pale pink or nude on my nails, because it’s so graceful, but springtime has me craving a robin’s egg blue. Nails are such an easy way to have fun with color!
Dawn {The Alternative Wife} says
They’re all beautiful and so fresh. I try to change it up especially in the spring and summer :)
Alexandra says
I love Chinchilly by Essie. It’s sort of moody, and a bit preppy.
monica of hola!design says
I like nude or pink on my fingers, and red and bright pink on my toes…but I got a nail polish set from sephora during the holidays, and I’ve tried so many fun colors like teal, glittery gold and purple… It can brighten your mood!
Ashleigh says
I always wear blue on my toes. I just bought a great new one inspired by Glee at Sephora. As a chef, I can’t wear polish on my nails…so sad.
Madison says
OPI’s “Jade is the New Black” is amazing — and definitely in the same color family as that lovely blue & purple. It was the first “wow” color I dared to put on my fingers & boy did it start some conversations. Everyone loves fun fingertips!
Colleen / Inspired to Share says
I love these! And I love to experiment! What a cute blog!
Sarah Antweiler says
I am loyal to Ballet Slippers by Essie for my fingernails…I like them short, neat, and clean looking.
But, on my toes, I’m usually game for anything color wise. Although, I tend to lean towards wine colors in the fall and winter and bright pinks in the summer.
Yaffa says
My personal fav is Chick Flick Cherry. It’s a great conversation starter too!
Angel Court Jewels says
Great colors!!! I usually wear black on my toes. I’ve done that for years now.
Danielle says
“Bermuda Shorts”, by Essie, anytime of the year! My absolute favorite. I had bright purple toes for my otherwise very traditional wedding–such a fun color! :)
Raquel says
I usually stick with pale pink, blue, or black for my nail polish, but sometimes I do feel adventurous…!
Jordana @ White Cabana says
I adore Antonia’s blog. I love reading about her Swedish adventures and I’ve definitely learned some new beauty tricks. I usually have red or natural nails but this week (and last) I’ve ventured into new territory – grey & nude – both American Apparel. It’s been fun. I feel kind of different too…
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Antonia at Swedish Love Affair says
Hi there! I saw this just now (a reader told me=)). Thanks for posting this<3
Kind wishes,
Antonia
marni says
i love brights! especially in the spring and summer on my toes. right now i’m wearing an opi blue that i love, reminds me of a robin’s egg. i noticed yesterday it’s the exact same blue as my dog’s leash :)
Olga says
I like to add a sharp, almost architectural contrast. Since most of my wardrobe is blacks, oranges, and grays…I like to throw in a little neon green on the nails just for fun.