(Controversial statement, we know.)
Burgundy polish, however, complements pretty much every skin tone, nail shape, and length.
Don’t believe us?

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Scroll on for some of our favorite burgundy manicures.
Thisblack cherry manicureis a prime pick for summer, without going the obvious pastel route.
Burgundy Valentine
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Wondering what looks good with burgundy nails?

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Look no further than sister shadepink.
And not just for Valentine’s Day, mind you.
We’ll be flaunting these sweet tips all year long.

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Burgundy Chrome
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What’s a nail inspo roundup without a littlechromeinjection these days?
Despite what many amilky glazed manicurewould have you believe, chrome can get prettydeep, too.
Just take this burgundy chrome approach for example.

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The glittery accent instantly ups the festive factor.
These burgundy and whitematte nails.
Plus, the subtle shimmer?

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We’re so here for it.
Oxblood
Of course, don’t feel like you have to go all out with nail art.
Burgundy is a rich shade that makes a bold statement all on its own.

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Burgundy Fizz
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Want a little something extra?
This sparkly rendition emphasizes the depth of the color.
Good luck not getting too mesmerized by those glittery pools on your fingertips.

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It’s giving esoteric vamp and feels like the perfect segue set for summer to fall.
As cute as the white heart is, you could easily forego it for a more minimalist nail look.
Hawaiian-Inspired
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Hawaiian print is yet another early ’00s motif that’s alive and well.

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The trick to getting such straight nail edges is to have a sturdynail file.
Elevate your oxblood mani with a chic and strategically placed blue outline.
This one features slightly thicker tips than your typical double French, giving it a more graphic appeal.

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For a unique touch, add some nail art or decals on top.
We love the choice of an eight-ball, as seen here.
To DIY this look, start with the geometric burgundy tip, followed by a swipe of lilac underneath.

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Burgundy Croc
Excuse us while we sprint to the salon to copy these burgundycroc/snake printnails.
Watercolor
Feeling a bit of tie-dye nostalgia?
We’ve got you covered.

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Complete withwatercolorsplotches and gemstone accents, this is one nail look that’s hard to ignore.

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