6 Nail-Polish Shades That Will Be Everywhere This Winter

Nail-polish trends tend to correlate to the seasons: For winter, deeper shades like glossy black and midnight blue perfectly complement the windchill and the 4 p.m. sunset. But according to the pros, this season's up-and-coming picks also draw inspiration from emerging color trends in the fashion world, as well as the festive, twinkly undertones of holiday-party season.

Ahead, you'll get your first look at the experts' nail-polish trend predictions for winter 2019/2020. Shop your favorite shade now, before you see the shimmery rose gold of your dreams poking through the wide-knit weave of someone else's chunky sweater.

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Olive Green

According to celebrity nail artist Gina Alcedo, green — specifically, the color of a martini olive — will continue to gain traction through winter. "Light pistachio was popular on the designer runways, but for winter I see one shade deeper," Alcedo says. "Olive is on trend and plays well around the holidays. My favorite is Olive for Green by OPI."

OPI Olive for Green, $, available at OPI

Sable Brown

It's official: Dark brown is the new black — and even chicer, at that, according to Olive & June founder Sarah Gibson Tuttle. "A rich chocolate brown is the most fashion-forward neutral," she says. "Our take is a glazed dark-chocolate brown, and we'll definitely be seeing a lot more of it this winter and into award season."

Olive & June Olive & June CN Nail Polish, $, available at Olive & June

Rose Gold

Tuttle also confirms that shiny metallic manis are of the moment, especially the pale pink-tinged variety. "Rose gold is currently our clients' favorite shade," she says. "You can wear as a solid color or add it as a nail-art accent." This polish — Reflection Perfection from Essie's new metallic line — is that perfect sparkling-rosé shade.

Essie Intergalactic Metals Collection Reflection Perfection, $, available at CVS

Deep Purple

There's something about a deep gothy purple that is both edgy and elegant at the same time — the perfect complement to any sweater or sequin dress. To make this NVLA polish all the more appealing, Alcedo tells us it's one of Amal Clooney's go-to shades.

NVLA NVLA Perfect Image, $, available at NVLA

Mustard Yellow

The real shocker of this trend report might be the dark-yellow prediction. "Mustard is going to be one of the top winter nail trends," says Alcedo. "It's not bright or pastel, but a deep and rich yellow. I love Urbanized by Cirque Colors."

Cirque Colors Urbanized, $, available at Cirque Colors

Statement Red

If you're wavering between candy-apple red and glitter — wear them both. Essie Global Lead Educator, Rita Remark, tells us the statement reds will trend this season. "Red is always a classic, but around the holidays you'll see it take a sparkly form," she says. "I love Knotty or Nice by Essie for its perfect velvet red finish and iridescent glitter."

Essie Essie Winter 2019 Nail Polish in Knotty or Nice, $, available at Ulta Beauty

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