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When it comes to winter, we often see a color palette that is dark and moody.

After all, according to celebrity manicuristGina Edwards, thats the science of anchor colors.

Its their twist on the expected winter hues that make them unique.

Mocha colored nails on hand with gold rings

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The bright hue is bolder than your typical silver, giving it an unexpected allure.

If you are looking for more shimmery inspo, check out oursnowflakes design roundup.

After all, she predicts that blue-meets-gray shades will be a major request this winter.

Winter Nail Colors Mauve

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Deep English Green

Goldstein says rich, dark green hues are always welcome in winter.

Deep English green adds a slightly retro allure to the pine-tinted color.

One of our favorite takes on the hue?

Hand with Winter Nail Colors in Silver Chrome

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Smith & Cult’s Kundalini Hustle.

Mustard Yellow

Another color reappearing from years past?

Goldstein believes the 70s-inspired hue will be a go-to this year.

Hand wearing Winter Nail Colors in Moody Blue

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Glam & Grace’s version of the hue is a particular favorite thanks to its vegan, 10-free formula.

And, it makes sense considering the color has been popping up in retailers near and far.

Trusty Turquoise

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Around the holidays, jewel tones are always a crowd-pleaser.

Hand Wearing Winter Nail Colors in Mocha

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Something about frosted window panes makes frosted tips feel right.

When a hue is as pretty as this one, there is no need to add anything extra.

This deep raspberry color pops against any skin tone and is bound to garner compliments.

Hand Wearing Winter Nail Colors in English Green

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If you are entering your Bejeweled era (IYKYK), consider rocking a shimmer this holiday season.

This subtle statement is reminiscent of glittering ornaments, shimmering garland, and of course, mistletoe.

Check out sometips on how to apply shimmers here.

Hand Wearing Winter Nail Colors Classic in Cherry Red

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This faded lavender looks just as festive without the cliche.

Wear this shade all over your nail or spice things up by doing amodern French tip.

“I think nail artists will be experimenting with different techniques, textures, and finishes.”

Hand Wearing Winter Nail Colors in Mustard Yellow

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Plus, the versatile look will go with just about every possible outfit in your wardrobe.

Rusted Red

Earthy tones aren’t just popular in the autumn.

They’re cozy, warm vibes carry over into fall too.

Hand Wearing Winter Nail Colors in Hot Pink

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Case in point, this rusty, coppery red that is giving us all the feels.

Au Naturale

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Don’t underestimate the power of a clear coat.

A lot of people are going back to natural nails, says Boyce.

Winter Nail Colors Sandstone Orange

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Plum

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Moody purple plum and aubergine hues will always be on trend for colder months.

Add some pizzazz with a coat of glitter or shimmer.

Black on Black

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Black nails for winter?

@lolonailedit wearing Winter Nail Trends Turqoise

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But seriously, black nails will never go out of style in the colder months.

Kick it up a notch with dual finishes, like this matte and glossy black French tip combo.

Chocolate Milk

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‘Tis the season of warm beverages.

A milky-white dip powder manicure

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Try Essie Hike It Up or Chanel Le Vernis Particuliere.

Glazed Donut

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Hailey Bieber’s glazed donut manicure is here to stay all throughout winter.

It brings the perfect amount of shine to an otherwise gloomy day.

Chocolate Girl Mani wearing magenta winter trend nails

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Try Essie Cut It Out, the perfect light greige.

Incorporate a variety of shades within the family by opting for anauraor ombre design, as seen above.

Break up a monotone mani with a fun design.

Essie Wearing Winter Trend Nails in Shimmery Green

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Try Orly Pine-ing for You to nail this shade.

Chocolate Girl Mani Wearing Misty Fog Winter Nail Trends

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Caucasian hand with dark denim colored nail polish on

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Essie Playing Koi

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Glossy Natural Nails -Byrdie Rich Girl Nails

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eggplant nails

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model showing off manicure of creamy, yellowish-white shade on long almond nails, wearing two gold rings and a chunky light green knit sweater

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Matte black round nails with a shiny black french tip.

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Chocolate Milk Nails

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Glazed donut almond-shaped nails

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Essie Cut It Out polish

Oxblood Shimmer Ombre Nails - Byrdie Ombre Nail Ideas for Halloween

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Dark green manicure with multicolored wave design on bare accent nail

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pale nails with gold two lined tips

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