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There’s arguably nothing more classic than ared manicure.
Ahead, we tapped four leading nail artists for their favorite shades of red nail polish for the summer.
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Keep reading for their tip picks.
Meet the Experts
Classic Red
Sally Hansen
Sometimes, going basic is the best option.
Lee, who is no stranger to nail art, advocates for a textbookred nail polish.
Sally Hansen
“You really can’t go wrong turning to classics.
It’s timeless and chic.
But if you want to jazz your red mani up a little, try adding a glitter accent nail.
Cirque Colors
The glossy, colorful polish practically screams summer.
They’re fun to wear solo or with nail art likeauraandgradient designs.
He describes the polish as “a fun spin on a classic red nail.”
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Matte Red
F.U.N.
Lacquer
When it comes to red for the summer, no texture or finish is off-limits.
Green suggests going bold with a matte red.
F.U.N. Lacquer
you could sport a polish that has a built-inmatte finish, like the F.U.N Lacquer in Fashionista 958.
She recommends usingNails.INC Better On Top Quick-Drying Top Coat.
Byrdie Tip
“Add a playful touch to your red mani by adding nail art,” Green says.
Lights Lacquer
“This could be through [something simple] like polka dots.
“Glitter adds a refreshing take to red polish,” Kandalec says.
“I love Lights Lacquer Nail Polish in Aries for summer.
ORLY
It’s a raspberry red polish with a holographic finish.”
Creme Red
ORLY
Regardless of the season, creme polishes are always a great choice.
These opaque, glossy polishes are long-lasting and high-quality.
Kiss
“I love a [creme]red nail,” Kandalec says.
It is a year-long classic, especially for summer, and it makes you feel strong and powerful.”
She recommends Orly Nail Lacquer in That’s My Jam, a cherry red creme polish.
“Some of my favorite red press-on nails include KISS GelFantasy’s in the We Mist style.
