If April does indeed bring May flowers, you're going to want a mood-boosting manicure to remind you of the vibrant colors and sunny days to come. So now is the perfect time to break out bright yellows, ethereal iridescents, and grounded greens.
"I’m a big fan of anything colorful for April because spring has officially sprung," says celebrity nail artist Natalie Minerva. "This year, I foresee lots of orange-reds, pastel neons, and azul [blue]." Nail artist Sonia Sanchez adds that pastels are also perfect. "Pastel colors provide cheerfulness and calmness from their high brightness and low saturation," says Sanchez.
Meet the expert
Natalie Minerva is a celebrity nail artist, lead nail artist for HBO's Euphoria, and an OPI brand ambassador.
Sonia Sanchez is a nail artist and brand ambassador for Aprés Nails.
To get your arsenal April-ready, browse 20 gorgeous polishes that will put a smile on your face.
"The new OPI spring collection, OPI Your Way, has a lot of great pastels that are great for April," says Minerva. This stunning buttery yellow is one of her favorites.
This is the pretty blue Sanchez is sporting in the top image for this story. It's a stunning shade that emulates clear blue skies. It's a gel polish, so it requires the proper base, top coats, and UV light to cure.
Not all spring colors need to be bright. This deep purple is reminiscent of the clematis, violas, and other flowers that are on the cusp of bloom. It's a gel polish, so it requires the proper base, top coats, and UV light to cure.
Moonicorn is the magical, iridescent color your polish arsenal has been missing. It reflects stunning shades of mint and lavender and is perfect worn alone or layered over other polishes.
Keep your mani cute and girly with this rosé-inspired pink polish.It's a gel formula, so note it requires the proper base, top coats, and UV light to cure.
Get the perfect creamsicle orange with this pastel polish. Keep in mind that it's a gel formula, so it requires the proper base, top coats, and a UV light to cure.
The color blue has an effect on our emotions, and can help calm those worries. When choosing a shade for your nails (or even your living space) try to go with lighter shades of baby blue or powder blue.
"This look seamlessly blends sophistication, elegance and grace. [To re-create] this must-have look, go for shades of soft pink reminiscent of ballet slippers and milky whites." This is such a beautiful colour for the warmer months, and looks chic on all nail shapes.
Red conveys a direct attraction and is associated with sensuality and erotic interest. Black, one of the favorite colors, is considered particularly trendy and is therefore also associated with attractiveness.
Lighter Tones: Choose lighter shades of any color, such as pastels or light grays. Lighter tones help to brighten the hands and create a more youthful appearance. Sheer and Natural Finishes: Consider using sheer or natural finishes, like a sheer pink or a clear coat.
Blue has the opposite effects of red and is the most soothing color. Primary blue is used in therapeutic settings for meditation and relaxation because it helps you unwind, find peace, and become more comfortable expressing your inner feelings. It's also associated with wisdom, creativity, and spirituality.
Red, for example, is associated with confidence, while tangerine orange boosts creativity and inspiration. Thus, painting your nails specific colours helps you harness that energy, while seeing those colours every day can impact your outlook—regardless of whether or not you even believe in manifestation.
If April does indeed bring May flowers, you're going to want a mood-boosting manicure to remind you of the vibrant colors and sunny days to come. So now is the perfect time to break out bright yellows, ethereal iridescents, and grounded greens.
Think fiery reds, splashy blues, and even vivid yellows alongside classic springtime hues like lavender and pink. These nail colors take inspiration from Fall/Winter 2024 runway shows, spring fashion trends, and mood-boosting elements of the season.
“If you have a lighter skin tone, the color would differ depending on how fair your skin is, but corals, greens, and red would be good for older hands because it draws attention to the nails,” according to Orly. According to Orly, older adults with darker skin may look best in orange, gold, and gray shades.
Soft pastel shades like baby pink, lavender, or light blue can evoke a sense of sweetness and femininity. These colors are often associated with a gentle and approachable personality. Many guys find pastel nail polish attractive because it gives a feeling of innocence and charm.
Taupe. A neutral and effortless nail polish color that straddles the gray-brown spectrum, taupe has a soft warmth that complements a wide range of skin tones. For those looking for nail paint that goes with everything, this is their go-to shade.
“Nail polish colors that have cool tones—like blue, lavender, and light pink—typically complement people with cool undertones,” says celebrity manicurist Queenie Nguyen. Pastel colors, blue-based reds, and jewel tones are also very flattering. If you're choosing brown nail polish, lean toward taupes.
Yellow is another intense, motivating color that triggers feelings of happiness. It tends to bring out your intelligence, wisdom, and creativity and is the most optimistic, hopeful color (probably because it's associated with sunlight).
Happy colors—yellow, orange, pink, red, peach, light pink and lilac. Happy colors are usually thought to be bright, warm shades, like yellow, orange, pink and red, or pastels, like peach, light pink and lilac.
Color psychology suggests that different shades can evoke various emotions. Bright colors like yellow and orange can boost happiness and energy, while blues and greens are calming and promote tranquility. Vibrant reds exude confidence and passion, whereas pastels bring a sense of serenity and gentleness.
Yellow is usually the color of happy, joyful emotions. But according to a new study, not all people associate the sunshiney shade with good vibes. To find out what factors might play a role, researchers tested a new hypothesis: What if people's physical surroundings affect their feelings about certain colors?
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