Nail Colour Ideas 2023: Find the Perfect Colour for You

Nail colour trends for 2023 are all about making a statement, with bright and bold colours taking the lead. What colours are hot? Read now!

We’re over half way through 2023, and these nail trends are still going strong. From classic brights to goth bold, you’ve come to the right place for nail colours ideas!

Hands up if you scroll for nail inspo like it’s your part-time job but end up going for the same shade and shape every time. With so many options, it’s tough to know which trends are worth buying into. Well – here’s a curated list of the top nail trends of 2023 with plenty of inspiration for your autumn/winter manicures, so you can finally stop googling “What nail colour should I get?

Nude Nail Ideas: Lipgloss Nails

Hailey Bieber’s Glazed Donut nails have had us in a chokehold since 2022. Enter the updated version: lipgloss nails. This is the it trend of 2023. Perfect for weddings, work, and everyday, this nail colour goes with everything.

The lipgloss nail trend is inspired by the look of natural, lined, high-shine lips. It’s your nails, but better.

This look is created using sheer, semi-translucent pink shade 218 Pearl Lila for an effortless, clean girl look. You can even layer micro chrome on top for extra sparkle.

Brown Nail Ideas: Hot Chocolate Nails

This warm brown hue is perfect for ringing in the cosy fall vibes. Think earthy, rich tones like 472 Bonfire Soirée and 470 Beach Soirée for a fresh twist on neutral nude shades.

Brown nails are classic enough for the office, but still give that something extra that gives a subtle nod to the changing seasons.

Red Nail Ideas: The OGManicure

There’s a reason this shade never goes out of style. Classic and chic, it immediately gives you a strong, feminine, polished appearance – perfect if you want to look put together with minimal effort.

Reds with an orange or amber base, like 039 Sexy Red, look great on warmer skin tones.

Cooler skin tones look amazing in blue based reds, like 027 Intense Red.

For a fierce twist on red nails, try the fire chrome nail trend by adding chrome powder Semilac Flash Aurora Pink over your favourite red shade.

Black Nail Ideas: Gothcore Nails

Wednesday Addams has taught us that gothcore nails aren’t just for Halloween.

We’ve been loving black, textured nails in 2023. This trend is all about super dark hues, so if true black is too much for you – try a deep wine red shade like 083 Burgundy Wine or a midnight blue shade like 420 Safari Night Blue for a more wearable, toned down version.

Goth inspired black French tips add some serious edge to your look. This effect offers another more wearable take on the trend. Try shade 108 Metallic Black or 031 Black Diamond.

White Nail Ideas: The Milky Manicure

Understated and polished, semi-translucent milky shades have been everywhere this year.

TikTok has been loving this trend, claiming that white is the most attractive nail polish colour – and they’re not wrong. The milky white mani gives a softer look than opaque paper white shades, but still gives more colour than sheer nude manicures.

Another nail colour that goes with everything, this trend also suits any nail shape owing to its ultra-natural look. Try shade 389 Coconut Ice Cream to get this look.

Pink Nail Ideas: Barbie Girl

The Barbie movie wasn’t just a moment – it was a movement. And barbie pink nails aren’t going anywhere anytime soon.

This deep fuchsia shade in 121 Ruby Charm is like the flirty, light-hearted version of a classic red. Still powerful, still feminine, just a little more fun.

If you’re more of a ballet barbie than a malibu barbie, try shade 002 Delicate French, which works for every season.