Whether you're looking to streamline your beauty routine or create a personal aesthetic, your signature nail shade should reflect your style, complement your skin tone, and feel authentic. Here’s how to find the signature color that suits you.
1) Identify Your Undertones
Understanding your skin’s undertones is the key to finding the most flattering colors. If you have cool undertones (pink, red, or blue hues), go for shades like classic reds, blue-toned pinks, deep berries, or cool-toned neutrals like taupe or gray. Warm undertones (golden or peachy hues) pair well with coral, peach, terracotta, or warm nudes. If you’re neutral, most shades will work, so focus on what feels right.
2) Consider Your Clothing
Your closet is a huge clue when it comes to finding your forever color. Are you drawn to bold colors or muted tones? Chances are, the colors you gravitate toward in clothing are the ones that will feel right on your nails as well. However, if you wear a lot of neutrals, a pop of a bold color might be your statement. If you prefer soft patterns and pastels, a mauve or dusty rose may feel right.
3) Look At Your Lifestyle
Your day-to-day routine matters when it comes to picking the perfect shade and style. If you’re constantly using your hands or prefer a low-maintenance beauty routine, a sheer pink, soft beige, or neutral tone is both versatile and very forgiving. If you’re more expressive, a standout shade like bright coral or cobalt blue could be the perfect option for spring and summer.
Tip: Try Them On
Try a few options and live in them. Which color makes you feel polished and pulled together without thinking twice? Which one earns compliments or boosts your confidence? Pay attention to how you feel wearing each color—not just how it looks.
Cover Photo by Ellie Eshaghi
