Nail Polish Colors to Wear Now and Later

While the summer-meets-fall intersection can be tricky to navigate on the clothing front, there’s an easy way to make the jump when it comes to beauty. Simply switch up your nail polish colors. Making the switch is cost-effective and an instant mood-booster. Plus, you can score stellar shades for just $9 so you can change things up every single day of the week. Or every few hours. We won’t judge. You may think that summer calls strictly for bright shades and fall demands darker hues, but it’s really not that cut and dry. Everything from eye-catching pinks to neutrals perfect for French manis to borderline neon hues can all still hold their own straight through September. But if you’re looking for something a tad deeper, opt for bold blues and gorgeous grays. Read on to discover the 15 nail polish colors that will make the transition to fall a whole lot easier. Still looking to hold on to a bit of summer? Rock these colors on your toes as well for a matchy-matchy vibe.

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Trans-Seasonal Nail Polish Shades 2021 Update

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Smith & Cult Nail Polish in Stranded Stranger, $18 at Smith & Cult

An opaque sage green that bridges the gap between summer and fall.
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Zoya Nail Polish in Rumi, $12 at Zoya

This muted terra-cotta cream is a new neutral.
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Côte Nail Polish in No. 83 Heliotrope Purple, $18 at Côte

The perfect purple for that in-between season.
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Paintbox Nail Lacquer in Like Camel, $22 at Paintbox

Who says camel can’t be captivating?
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Tenoverten Nail Polish in Bowery, $12 at Tenoverten

Not ready for ruby red? This brick red is more trans-seasonal-appropriate.
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Essie Limited Edition Fall 2021 Collection in My Happy Bass, $9 at Ulta Beauty

It may be part of the Fall 2021 collection, but this mid-tone yellow with lime green undertones is an ideal summer-to-fall option.
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Chanel Le Vernis Longwear Nail Colour in 761 - Vibration, $28 at Chanel

Chanel’s deep fuchsia really pops.
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OPI Nail Polish in Shore is Something!, $11.50 at OPI

Just because summer’s over doesn’t mean you can’t embrace this ocean blue hue.
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butter LONDON Glazen Nail Lacquer in Ta-Ta, $18 at Amazon

A barely-there soft gray.
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Orosa Pure Cover Nail Paint in Fig, $9 at Beyond Polish

A mauve with pink undertones to ease into fall.
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Orly Nail Lacquer in Electric Jungle, $9.50 at Orly

The brand’s metallic green foil is too moody for summer.
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Deborah Lippmann Gel Lab Pro Color in Blinding Lights, $20 at Deborah Lippmann

Rose gold is a great transitional metallic.
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Ella+Mila Nail Polish in Window Seat, $10.50 at Ella+Mila

Ella+Mila’s grayish blue will help you get in the mood for fall.
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JINsoon Nail Polish in Koi, $18 at JINsoon

When it’s too late for neon and too early for Halloween, this orange coral is the perfect compromise.
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Sundays Nail Polish in No.23, $18 at Sundays

The brand’s magenta works for many seasons.