The Trending Nail Colors You’ll See on Women Over 50 This Spring

Have you felt the whispers of spring between the chilling temperatures this week? Us too. And it’s got us excited for spring makeup looks and fresh manicures. To get ahead of the game, we asked experts to share what nail colors they think will be popular among women over 50 this season. Find your favorite spring nail colors below and book your appointment or grab one of the polishes we recommend to DIY.

Featured Experts

• Heather Reynosa is the director of global education at OPI
• Naomi Yasuda is a celebrity nail artist and Sally Hansen global partner
• Nori is a celebrity nail artist

Spring nail color trends for women over 50

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Fresh greens

“It’s time to wear brighter colors for spring,” says Nori. She predicts a variety of green shades will be trending, namely mint green and soft age green, as they give a very fresh feel for spring.

Ones to try: Sally Hansen Mint Refreshp ($10), Nailberry Minty Fresh ($21), CHANEL Les Vernis Cavalier Seul ($32)

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Milky nails

“Milky nails are a cute way to sport a more natural manicure,” says Yasuda. “For this look, pick a sheer nail polish that fits your skin tone like a pale pink, warm beige or chocolate brown.”

Ones to try: Olive & June The Queen Takes Her Tea With Milk ($9), Londontown Perfecting Nail Veil ($20), Addiction Tokyo Espresso Kiss ($19)

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Shimmery pastels

“I think that color trends transcend age. That’s the best part about the nail color category,” notes director of global education at OPI, Heather Reynosa. But she says, “Pastels are always a go-to in the spring, but we are seeing a spin on these shades with shimmers and effects in those same pastels. Think gossamer and chiffon, where layers of this build opacity with a softness that’s very forgiving and creates depth and dimension.” Celebrity nail artist and Sally Hansen global partner Naomi Yasuda agrees that pastel pearlescent colors are cute for spring.

Ones to try: OPI Happy Play-ce ($12), Olive & June Purple Puka ($9), Sally Hansen Triple Thread ($8)

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Beige Chrome

If you’re looking to level up your manicure, Nori recommends a velvety chrome or magnetic finish in soft, beige glossy colors for spring.

Ones to try: Londontown Pearl ($16), Addiction Tokyo Moonlight Story ($19), Beauty Pie Gold Drops ($25)

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Rich burgundy

“Dark red nail colors with some brown hues are my go-to color and never go out of style,” says Yasuda. She recommends “a nail polish almost like a burgundy to easily give yourself a cool manicure.”

Ones to try: Sally Hansen Pause and Reset ($10), Essie Bold & Boulder ($9), CHANEL Les Vernis Rouge Noir ($33)