Nars nail polish in Galion

Photo: Gregor Halenda

Nars Nail Polish in Galion

A deep smoky gray.

$17; NarsCosmetics.com
Sonia Kashuk nail polish in Mauving on Up

Photo: Gregor Halenda

Sonia Kashuk Nail Colour in Mauving on Up

A classic dusty mauve.

$5; Target.com
Deborah Lippmann nail polish in Brick House

Photo: Gregor Halenda

Deborah Lippmann Nail Polish in Brick House

A subtly shimmering rust.

$16; DeborahLippmann.com
L'oreal Paris Pro Manicure nail polish in Mystery

Photo: Gregor Halenda

L'oréal Paris Pro Manicure Nail Polish in Mystery

A very pretty putty (really!).

Note: For each polish sold, L'oréal will donate $1 to the Ovarian Cancer Research Fund.

$5; drugstores
Chanel nail coulor in Quartz

Photo: Gregor Halenda

Chanel Nail Colour in Quartz

An elegant silvery beige.

$25; Chanel.com

Next: Get an at-home manicure in 7 easy steps