Best Nail Polishes of 2017

 

Getting overwhelmed in the nail polish section of any store is a pretty easy thing to do. Not all nudes and reds are created equally, which you discover only after you've taken a bottle home and swiped the
color on your digits. After spending the better part of the year quizzing pros and swiping on countless nail colors, these four lacquers reigned supreme among others considered for our 2017 Best Beauty Buys list. Scroll down to find out why we're obsessed with them, and where you can pick up a bottle.

1. Dior Rouge 999

It doesn't get more glamorous than this red, which debuted at the first Dior runway collection in 1947. This blue-based hue is undeniably timeless and gives any many or pedi a touch of Grace Kelly appeal.

Dior | $27

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2. Essie in Ballet Slippers

This barely-there hue makes nails look longer, stronger, and all-around prettier.

Essie | $9

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3. Deborah Lippmann Nail Polish in Fashion

No surprise that this beloved celebrity manicurist has figured out the key to an awesome nude shade. Lippmann's taupe flatters all skin tones, and the rich, creamy finish whispers luxurious.

Deborah Lippmann | $18

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