'Tis the season for vampy manicures. While I’m never one to shy away from a deep eggplant or navy hue this time of year, coffee-colored polishes are holding my attention. To be fair, cafes have been inspiring many beauty trends lately. Both latte manicures and makeup proved to be a hit and have remained a staple look even once the virality died down. However, the shift to coffee feels different. Unlike latte-inspired beauty, it’s grounded in highly pigmented tones to deliver a much more luxurious look. Coffee also has a wider range, making it ideal for any skin tone. From dark espresso to the lively berry tones of a fresh coffee bean, there’s something for everyone to get into. If you’ve wanted to shake up your fall manicure routine, introducing one of the coffee shades below is a great place to start.
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If brown isn't your thing, you can still wear this manicure trend with an adjacent shade. This polish, aptly named Clove, is a deep hue that leans into the underlying tones of coffee like burgundy and espresso.
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This is a great brown polish to wear during the early weeks of fall. The shade falls somewhere between milk chocolate and coffee and has just enough warm tones to match the lingering summer weather. It's the perfect neutral-toned polish for fall.
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If you prefer minimal over moody, this is the coffee-colored polish for you. It's creamy with a smooth finish, as the name suggests, and makes a subtle statement. Even better? As part of Essie's quick-dry line, you won't have to wait long for the final look.
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A true chocolate brown is akin to a classic red polish. Subtle, sophisticated and always in style, this option by Olive & June will easily become a go-to in your manicure rotation. Like red, the shade works year-round and for every occasion.
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