We independently evaluate all of our recommendations. If you click on links we provide, we may receive compensation. Style Nails Popular Nail Polish Colors For Every Month This year, make every manicure a stylish one. By Jenna Sims Jenna Sims Jenna is a Senior Digital Editor for Southern Living and joined the team in 2014. She writes, produces, and assigns content with a focus on email growth and commerce content. She covers a range of topics in the lifestyle space from holiday gift guides to new product launches to tips for cooking with your air fryer. Southern Living's editorial guidelines Updated on December 14, 2023 Essie With the start of a New Year comes the inevitable desire to freshen things up, whether it be your closet, workout routine, or beauty regimen. An easy switch? Going into each month wearing a fresh manicure that fits the bill. Consider this list of nail colors as a mood board to match every month, from dark tones in the winter to new takes on pastels for spring to citrusy hues for summertime. It's your perfect excuse to make a trip to the nail salon and treat yourself every month. A new year means it's time for some changes, and these are the best nail colors if you're considering switching up from your usual go-tos. Here are 12 popular nail polish colors to make every manicure something special. Essie Step Out of Line Essie View On Amazon $8 View On Walmart $12 View On Target $9 January: Navy Blue By the beginning of the year, we've run the bold reds and greens of the holiday season dry, and we're looking to embrace the winter season. This bright navy blue that isn't too dark is just the color needed to make a statement in the new year. OPI Nail Lacquer Baby, Take a Vow Opi View On Ulta $14 View On Sallybeauty.com $12 February: Baby Pink Because February is the month of love, it only makes sense to wear nail colors that truly reflect that time. This soft pink polish is feminine enough to wear any time of year, but we think it will be especially pretty in February. OPI Addio Bad Nails, Ciao Great Nails OPI View On Amazon $12 View On Opi.com March: Dusty Lavender March brings on the sweet baby buds of new blooms and new life, so it's only fitting to have a nail polish color that celebrates the early spring. However, this pastel is dusty enough to not be too bright for the entrance of the season. Essie Peach Side Babe Essie View On Amazon $10 View On Walmart $10 View On Ulta $10 April: Pastel Coral Dewy and fresh faced, April is the month where we're all brushing off last season's chill and jumping into all the possible outdoor activities. We love this pastel coral peach to match the season's bright mood. OPI Mexico City Move-mint OPI View On Amazon $12 View On Beyondpolish.com View On Opi.com May: Baby Mint We don't know about you but by the time May rushes in, we're ready to turn a new leaf in our understated colors and go bold with a vibrant pastel blue that goes minty in hue. It's just like the promise of beachy days to come later in the summer. OPI Cajun Shrimp OPI View On Amazon $12 View On Target $12 View On Ulta $12 June: Coral Red We want our nails to match vacation energy that June brings. This classic coral red is perfect for getting into the cookout spirit, or ready to hit the beach. Olive & June Chemistry Olive & June View On Oliveandjune.com July: Whimsical White Wanting to be patriotic, but not a fan of red? We think a white nail polish is sure to make a comeback this summer, and this creamy, not-too-stark shade compliments a summer tan so well. Essie Penny Talk Amazon View On Amazon $9 View On Walmart $9 View On Ulta $10 August: Rose Gold The last month of summer calls for one more color celebration. Rose gold is the perfect metallic pinky copper that still feels appropriate for transitioning slowly into fall. Essie Bed Rock & Roll Amazon View On Amazon $10 View On Walmart $9 View On Walmart $10 September: Reddish Mauve A mauve or burnt orange polish is a great choice to start your transition from summer into fall. This color balance between red and orange with earthy notes that make it feel like a punchy neutral. OPI Como se Llama? Amazon View On Amazon $12 October: Dark Cherry Call it merlot red, vampy red, or dark cherry—this color should still be very clearly still be red from afar, but dark enough to feel decidedly ready for fall. It's a trendy color for October that embraces the new season. OPI My Italian Is A Little Rusty Amazon View On Amazon $12 View On Walmart $10 View On Ulta $12 November: Burnt Pumpkin Come November, you still want to flaunt the best of the season's colors, so a burnt orange that feels more neutral is perfect for matching your classic Thanksgiving decor. The Best Pedicure Colors For Winter OPI Relentless Ruby Amazon View On Amazon $14 View On Walmart $11 View On Jcpenney.com December: Ruby Red Let's not beat around the Christmas tree: We all love "oo-ing" and "aah-ing" over Christmas colors, and you'll never beat a true red. This shade is bright and cherry—and perfect for a holiday party! 28 OPI Nail Polishes With Names As Fun As Their Colors Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit