Classic nail polish colors always stay in style, offering an effortlessly polished look that elevates your entire beauty routine. These timeless shades complement nearly any outfit, no matter the season. Need inspiration? Here are nine elegant nail colors that work for any occasion, outfit, or mood.

### 1. Cardinal Red
A Marilyn Monroe favorite, this bold red is glamorous and eternally chic—just like the icon herself.

Shop the look:
– Chanel Le Vernis Longwear Nail Colour in Incendiaire ($33)
– Essie Expressie Quick-Dry in Send A Message ($9)

### 2. Chocolate
A rich, sophisticated brown that flatters every skin tone. Kendall Jenner recently rocked this shade in NYC.

Shop the look:
– Chanel Le Vernis Longwear in Faun ($33)
– Olive & June Long Lasting Polish in CN ($9)

### 3. Nude
A subtle, skin-matching shade elongates fingers for an understated elegance—see Jennifer Lopez at Sundance 2025.

Shop the look:
– Hermès Les Mains Hermès in Rose Coquille ($59)
– OPI Nail Lacquer in Bare My Soul ($12)

### 4. Black
A favorite of Dua Lipa and Billie Eilish, black nails are bold yet versatile—just like Janelle Monáe’s Thom Browne look.

Shop the look:
– Chanel Vernis à Ongles in Crystal Black ($35)
– Deborah Lippmann Gel Lab Pro in Fade to Black ($20)

### 5. Bordeaux
Deep burgundy adds magnetic glamour, as seen on Elizabeth Olsen’s oxblood nails.

Shop the look:
– Manucurist Green Polish in Dark Pansy ($14)
– OPI Nail Polish in Como se Llama? ($12)

### 6. Klein Blue
Vibrant yet refined, this electric blue is a go-to for Selena Gomez.

Shop the look:
– Addiction Tokyo The Nail Polish in Moroccan Blue ($19)
– Essie Nail Polish in Butler Please ($7)

### 7. Navy Blue
Timelessly elegant, navy nails are a staple—just ask Hailey Bieber.

Shop the look:
– Butter London Patent Shine in Brolly ($9)
– Londontown Lakur in Under The Stars ($16)

### 8. Milky White
A clean, minimalist glow—like Issa Rae’s chic French manicure at the 2024 Pandora Fashion Awards.

Shop the look:
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Nail Polish in Funny Bunny
$12 | [AMAZON](https://www.amazon.com)
Essie

Nail Polish in Marshmallow
$10 (now $8) | [AMAZON](https://www.amazon.com)

### 9. Baby Pink
A flirty shade by definition, baby pink rounds out this list perfectly. Its soft blush adds a sweet touch to your nails—just take a cue from Margot Robbie during her 2023 Barbie press tour.

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Deborah Lippmann
Gel Lab Pro Nail Color in Stylist
$20 | [NORDSTROM](https://www.nordstrom.com)

Londontown
Lakur Enhanced Nail Color in Waterloo Sunset
$16 | [AMAZON](https://www.amazon.com)