5 Shades of Gray (Nail Polish, That Is)
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True confession: We find the charms of nail polish more satisfying than a certain erotic fiction trilogy. And this season's gray lacquers do smolder! After dallying with dozens, these are the five we succumbed to.
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Essie Nail Polish in Miss Fancy Pants
A refined putty (the perfect gateway gray).
$8;
Essie.com
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Nars Nail Polish in Storm Bird
A soft, creamy slate.
$18;
NarsCosmetics.com
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Butter London Nail Lacquer in Dodgy Barnett
A sheer, sparkling silver (wear it alone or as a top coat).
$14;
ButterLondon.com
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OPI Nail Lacquer in Nein! Nein! Nein! OK Fine!
A dark gray tinged with olive.
$8.50;
OPI.com for salons.
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Chanel Nail Colour in Vertigo
Published 09/14/2012
