Ever since I can remember, I have not left my house without painted nails. I love a good salon moment, but I also like painting my nails myself. I find it relaxing and rewarding once I’m done. The only problem with doing my nails myself is that I’m limited to the nail colors in my own polish collection, which is much smaller than a nail salon’s.
When I’m feeling adventurous, I always turn to China Glaze nail polish. The brand has virtually every shade imaginable (a rainbow-colored polish, anyone?), and they last on my nails without chipping or bubbling. Here, I’ve ranked the 20 China Glaze nail polishes that I think deserve a spot in the nail polish Hall of Fame (a thing I really wish existed).
The perfect milky white—I love using this color on my toes.
The perfect dusty mauve that flatters every skin tone.
Nothing pops like electric lavender.
Breakfast at Tiffany’s, anyone? This nail polish is the iconic Tiffany blue.
This pearlescent polish is unique and looks glamorous every situation.
This is the ultimate shade of Barbie pink.
Taupe is the perfect neutral—it goes with everything.
This shade is the perfect disco-esque purple.
Red polish will always be a staple, but red with a touch of glitter adds a hint of glamour.
I can’t imagine a better shade of white than one that incorporates shimmer in every shade of the rainbow.
Brown and gold blend together for an effortlessly wearable nail color.
Emerald green is arguably the color of the year. It looks daring but still sophisticated on your fingertips.
Gray nail polish is sleek and simple, and this dark, blue-leaning shade is perfect if you have cooler undertones.
One of my favorite summertime nail polishes, this neon-pink shimmer polish makes your nails pop.
Burgundy polish will always be classic. A hint of gold shimmer amps this one up.
Like wearing your favorite leather jacket on your fingertips.
Bright, classic red that works with virtually every outfit.
Dusty-rose polish will always be a staple for me, and this one is so balanced.
More sophisticated than your usual nude, this polish blends brown and rose tones for a color that goes with every outfit.
If I want to paint my nails brown, this is the shade I’ll always reach for—it’s warm and balanced. Next: And Now, the 20 Best-Selling OPI Nail Colors of All Time—That You Can Still Buy
