12 Nail Colors Perfect for Medium to Deep Skin Tones

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Cobalt Blue

OPI Nail Polish in OPI..Eurso..Euro

Nail Polish in OPI..Eurso..Euro

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Cobalt Blue

OPI Nail Polish in OPI..Eurso..Euro

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Cobalt blue is a great staple color — it goes it with everything. This deep, rich blue is easily one of our favorites.  

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Cobalt Blue

JinSoon Plunge

Plunge

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Cobalt Blue

JinSoon Plunge

This dark blue shade from JinSoon is the perfect color for the colder months. It has a slight metallic sheen that really pops.

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Cobalt Blue

Nails Inc. 45 Second Speedy Gloss

45 Second Speedy Gloss

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Cobalt Blue

Nails Inc. 45 Second Speedy Gloss

Time moves slowly when you're waiting for your nails to dry, but not with this new launch from Nails Inc. It boasts a 45-second dry time, even for dark colors like this jewel-toned blue.

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Hunter Green

Zoya Nail Polish in Hunter

Nail Polish in Hunter

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Hunter Green

Zoya Nail Polish in Hunter

Mimi D's personal favorite is this hunter green shade from Zoya. It's a bold olive green that really pops against medium to deep skin tones. 

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Hunter Green

Cote No. 62

No. 62

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Hunter Green

Cote No. 62

This cheery green is classic in the best way. It leaves a subtle pop of color without looking overly festive or juvenile.

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Hunter Green

Chanel Le Vernis Longwear Nail Color in Deepness

Le Vernis Longwear Nail Color in Deepness

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Hunter Green

Chanel Le Vernis Longwear Nail Color in Deepness

This green from Chanel resembles a luxurious emerald and is the perfect color if you're looking for something elegant. 

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Bright Orange

Pear Nova Festival Fever

Festival Fever

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Bright Orange

Pear Nova Festival Fever

Another personal pick from Mimi D, this orange is a great alternative to the dark and moody shades we normally pick during the colder months. It will make you smile every time you look down at your hands.

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Bright Orange

Essie Souq Up The Sun

Souq Up The Sun

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Bright Orange

Essie Souq Up The Sun

This orange from Essie is the quickest way to boost your mood. Paint it on just once and you'll soon keep it in your normal rotation of nail polish shades.

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Bright Orange

Olive and June Sweet & Gracious

Sweet & Gracious

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Bright Orange

Olive and June Sweet & Gracious

If you're looking for an orange shade that isn't too loud, this bright pastel orange will be right up your alley. It pops against deep skin without looking neon.

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Pink Neutrals

imPress Press-on Manicure Harlem Shake

Press-on Manicure Harlem Shake

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Pink Neutrals

imPress Press-on Manicure Harlem Shake

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Edwards lists rosy tan as one of her favorite nail shades. "Warm nudes are a game-changer because nudes are no longer soft, elusive colors," she says. "Nudes are now bold, with deep ranges from a pinkish retro nude to a beige brick red." She picks these press-on nails as a great option for those with dark skin.

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Pink Neutrals

Deborah Lippmann Gel Lab Pro Nail Polish inn Love Lies

Gel Lab Pro Nail Polish inn Love Lies

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Pink Neutrals

Deborah Lippmann Gel Lab Pro Nail Polish inn Love Lies

This gel-like polish gives you a glossy finish and full coverage, without the hassle of real gel. We especially love this creamy pink as a nude for medium to deep skin. 

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Pink Neutrals

Zoya Nail Polish in Brigitte

Nail Polish in Brigitte

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Pink Neutrals

Zoya Nail Polish in Brigitte

This rosy beige brings out the warmer undertones in medium to deep skin. It's subtle but gorgeous, and will be your new go-to nude mani shade.

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Audrey Noble is a freelance writer and reporter. She writes celebrity profiles and does deep-dive features about the ways race, gender, sexuality, and other forms of identity impact society via the beauty industry. Her previous work experience includes editorial positions at Vanity Fair, Refinery29, and Allure. Her writing can also be seen in Vogue, Harper’s BAZAAR, Bustle, HelloGiggles, and more. You can keep up with her on Twitter.

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