Ring in the New Year With Garnet Nails, January’s Richly Red Birthstone

I don’t tend to change my nail color often—I prefer warm taupes, milky whites or sheer pinks, if anything, but if there’s ever a time to switch things up a bit, it’s January. The start of a new year means the holiday festivities are winding down, and the grips of winter are settling in, so a fresh manicure is exactly what I need to perk up my routine with some fun. And it seems I’m not the only one with a bold manicure in mind. All autumn, red jewel tones—burgundy, wine, plum, cranberry—have been the hottest nail color trends by far. In that same spirit, garnet nails, inspired by January’s intense and sultry birthstone, are flooding my feeds.

If you like what you see, keep scrolling for 15 nail polishes to recreate a richly-red garnet manicure this January.

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Holo Taco Crème Nail Polish in I’m Over Brew ($12)

Holo Taco’s sultry red nail polish is fitting for cozy January nights.

• BUY NOW – $12

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ILNP Sabrina ($10)

Per the brand, ILNP’s Sabrina is a “rich, vampy red base” with a “fiery crimson glow.”

• BUY NOW – $10

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OPI Nail Lacquer in We the Female ($12)

This empowering red color from OPI puts garnet front and center.

• BUY NOW – $12

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Dazzle Dry Nail Lacquer in Seduction ($22)

Dazzle Dry’s Seduction gives us all the celebratory NYE feels.

• BUY NOW – $22

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Sally Hansen Insta-Dri Nail Color in Cinna-snap ($6)

Sally Hansen’s Insta-Dri polishes have a 3-in-1 formula with a built-in base and top coat, so you can get a rich red manicure in minutes.

• BUY ON AMAZON – $6
• BUY ON TARGET – $6.50

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ORLY Don’t Take Me For Garnet ($11)

Here, ORLY amps up garnet’s bold hue with luxurious metallic shimmer.

• BUY NOW – $11

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LONDONTOWN lakur Enhanced Nail Colour in Lady Luck ($16)

Her name may be Lady Luck, but LONDONTOWN says this deep hue is “so sultry, you won’t need luck.”

• BUY ON LONDONTOWN – $16
• BUY ON AMAZON – $16

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OPI Nature Strong Natural Origin Nail Lacquer in Give a Garnet ($13)

OPI’s Nature Strong formulas are cruelty-free and eco-friendly and made from natural-origin ingredients, according to the brand. In the collection, you’ll find the pretty gem-colored Give a Garnet.

• BUY ON AMAZON – $13
• BUY ON ULTA – $13

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Olive & June Long Lasting Polish in Garnet Glass ($9)

If you love jelly nails, stop here. Olive & June’s Garnet Glass is a deep scarlet hue with a jelly finish.

• BUY NOW – $9

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Essie Nail Lacquer in Bordeaux ($9)

If it’s good enough for Anna Wintour, it’s good enough for us. Essie’s Bordeaux is as timeless as nail colors come, but especially on trend this season.

• BUY ON AMAZON – $9
• BUY ON ULTA – $10

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JINsoon Nail Polish in Coquette ($18)

Inspired by the 1929 film Coquette, JINsoon created a red that screams sophistication.

• BUY NOW – $18

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Manucurist Green Natural Nail Polish in Dark Pansy ($14)

Described as a “velvet red,” Dark Pansy looks rich, cozy and winter-ready.

• BUY NOW – $14

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OPI Nail Lacquer in Malaga Wine ($12)

The vino-inspired color is “rich and intoxicating,” per the brand. We love the moody red and its shiny crème finish.

• BUY NOW – $12

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LONDONTOWN lakur Enhanced Colour in Cockney Glam ($16)

This metallic red-colored jewel tone is a bit edgy and inspired by “London’s rhythm and style.”

• BUY ON LONDONTOWN – $16
• BUY ON AMAZON – $16

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Essie Expressie Quick-Dry Nail Polish in Not So Low-Key ($9)

Have we convinced you garnet nails are perfect for winter yet? This deep and creamy garnet is as about as gorgeous as it gets.

• BUY NOW – $9