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Certain hues get all the love when it comes to manicures.

Aclassic redis a timeless go-to, andbarely-there pinknever gets old.

But what about milky brown?

solid light brown nails

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Theneutral coloris usually not a first-choice polish shade, but it should be.

Just think about itthis light brown shade is such a versatile color and looks stunning on everyone.

There are so many incredible ways to incorporate it into your manicure.

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Whether you opt for a simple neutral mani or give it anombre twist, the options trigger the gamut.

For proof, we rounded up the best light brown nail ideas below.

Solid Light Brown Nails

Friendly reminder: Plain, light brown nails are far from boring.

Light cream with dark accent brown manicure

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As demonstrated here, the right length andshapecan make this neutral shade look even more beautiful.

Use Zoya’sNail Polish($12) in Evan to achieve this finish.

These warm, neutral tones are an ideal way to ring in autumnal vibes.

Tan Stan

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Get this exact look with Vivre’sNail Lacquer($13) in Cozy in Our Cashmere.

Light Brown Baby French Nails

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A two-tonebrown manicureis beyond striking.

Pairing black and white flowers with a light brown base is the perfect example.

two-tone brown nails

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With this look, each finger features a different shade of light brown.

We also love that this is a mani that is easy to DIY.

Light Brown French Tips

Ditch the classicwhite French tipand opt for a light brown one instead.

brown floral nail design

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Sleek Deep Chocolate Nails

Keep it simple with a sleek dark brown manicure.

This warm chocolate tone is cozy all year round but is especially suited for fall.

Ombre Brown Nails

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The beauty ofombre nailsis that the design works with any color.

Swirling light and dark brown manicure

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However, brown is the perfect neutral to show off the unique nail art motif.

Here, the graduated effect seamlessly goes from dark to light brown.

This milkymarble manifeatures a pearlescent base and various light and dark brown swirls across each nail.

gradient brown nails

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For this exact brown, use Lights Lacquer’sNail Polish($11) in Bon Bon.

Coquette Light Brown Nails

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Thiscoquette manicureexudes regency, luxe vibes.

Each nail features a different designsome have gold je,welry while others have hand-painted, dainty floral accents.

light brown french tips

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The resulting look is incredibly glamorous and regal.

Light Brown Skittle Nails

This take on agradient manicurefeatures three variations of light brown polish.

The matte French tips give this look an added flair.

Deep chocolate manicure

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Each nail is half-painted with a cream polish from Lights Lacquer’sYour Nails But Better Bundle($58).

Here, the light brown base serves as the ultimate backdrop for the snakeskin design.

Warm Chocolate Palette Mani

Don’t settle for just one shade.

ombre brown nails

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Light brown polish serves as the perfect base for the bold, black pattern.

Brown and shade of gold (including gold foil!)

make this set a showstopper.

milky light brown nails

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3D Textured Chocolate Manicure

Gorgeous?

This manicure checks all the boxes.

Light and deep chocolatey shades are used alongside bright shimmery blue and gold.

festive brown manicure

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The3D gel effectadds something special to this set.

gold and floral light brown nails

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gradient brown nails

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brown gradient nails

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python print brown nails

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Shades for brown and cream manicure

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Base Camp

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animal print nails

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Brown and gold textured manicure

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Brown Halloween nail art manicure

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Butterfly and teal blue accent brown manicure

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