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Neutral manicures are always a good choice.
Ahead, we’ve rounded up 12 of the most popularneutral nail colorsto inspire your next mani.
Read on to find your new favorite nail color.
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White
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Theres nothing quite as clean and crisp aswhite nail polish.
Whether you choosemilky whiteversions offering a sheerer take or opaque finishes, white nails are always an easy go-to.
Sportingwhite polishon your nails year-round makes for a seasonless look thats simply beautiful.
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If you prefer softer tones, this color is an excellent alternative to a bright white manicure.
Black
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Gone are the days of wearingblack nail polishjust forHalloween.
Black nails are a fan favorite, whether worn short and glossy or long andmatte.
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No matter how you choose to pull off ablack manicure, the versatile shade is so chic and sleek.
Gray
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Dusty shades ofgrayare downright beautiful and strikingly elegant.
For a simpler nail, stick with a glossy solid shade.
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Or, you could enhance your gray manicure with a silver chrome finish to spice things up.
Beige
Soft, muted beige is perhaps the quintessential neutral nail shade.
It’s such a simple yet sophisticated color.
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With just a hint of color, light pink polish makes the nails look effortless yet perfectly manicured.
Peach
Certain shades of orange are associated with specific seasons.
For example, we tend to gravitate toward red-orange and coral manicures during the spring and summer.
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However,peach nail polishhas a year-round appeal.
Mauve
The lighter you go with mauve nail polish, the more neutral the shade appears.
This sophisticated, subdued color gives off light pink or grey-tinted undertones, depending on the shade you choose.
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Opt for an extra glossy topcoat to keep your muted manicure looking fresh.
While you may feel inclined to stick to lighter versions of olive, deeper tones are just as versatile.
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