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As a blogger, I use my hands a lot. Whether it’s on stories on Instagram Stories to show the latest product I’m obsessed with, or else on my feed as part of a jewelry post, my hands tend to find their way onto the internet fairly often. And while I used to hardly wear nail polish, these days I’m more often than not with a manicure. As on the nose as it sounds, I feel like a polished nail looks more, well, polished. Over the past few years, I’ve experimented with a few nail colors that have now become my go-tos, and in fact, one of the questions I receive most often via DM is ‘what color nail polish is that?’. So today, I’m sharing four of my favorite shades for keeping your hands looking polished and fresh.

The most recent color I’ve fallen in love with was a last minute selection at my local nail shop. I typically get gel manicures as they last a lot longer for someone who doesn’t have a dishwasher / takes a lot of baths. I hate the look of chipped nails and would rather have no polish than have chipped nails – so gel it is for me. When I was at the nail shop last week, I spotted this warm mauve-brown shade and selected it based on the little number written on the swatch. When the nail tech started painting my nails, I saw that the shade is called A-Piers To Be Tan by OPI. It’s a new favorite for me for sure, and when I go back in a few weeks, I’m planning on getting the same shade. I like that it’s a bit darker than my previous nail colors, and so far, it’s gotten plenty of compliments!

As a blogger, I use my hands a lot.

The color I wore almost exclusively last summer was another OPI shade called Going My Way or Norway. It’s a light, almost barely there taupe-pinky shade that I found worked so well with all of the white and cream dresses I wore over the Summer. I loved how subtle it was, and when my nails grew out, it wasn’t super obvious that I needed a fresh manicure.

Two other colors that I’ve tried out recently and really liked were Yank My Doodle (!!) and It’s a Piazza Cake, both by – you guessed it – OPI. Look, at this point you’d be forgiven for thinking this post was sponsored by OPI, but I assure you, it’s not. It just happens to be the brand of choice at my nail shop, and since it always lasts a long time for me, I tend to stay pretty brand loyal to them out of habit. It’s a Piazza Cake is a fun orangey red that I found really popped with outfits, and Yank My Doodle (aside from the fun name) was a real conversation starter when I was at events. It seems like finding the perfect muted dusty rose color is a constant struggle for most, so I was always happy to share the nail color to anyone who asked.

So there you have it! Four colors that are my current favorites for keeping my hands looking fresh. What are some of your favorite colors? Let me know in the comments section below!

78 Comments

  • Colleda
  • February 21, 2019

Love a polished look and your nails always look spectacular! Thanks for sharing your top color picks.

  • Natalie Serguian
  • February 21, 2019

I have been eyeing your nails for a very long time — thank you for this! IG: natalie_vivien

  • Eileen
  • February 21, 2019

I absolutely love how your nail polish choice matches your blogs aesthetic. @eileensie04

  • Natalie Serguian
  • February 21, 2019

I have been eyeing your nails for so long now! Very grateful for this post — thank you!! Xoxo IG: natalie_vivien

  • Juliette Laura
  • February 21, 2019

A-Piers to be Tan is one of my favorites! Do You Take Lei Away is another really good OPI nude color, it’s more pink. Congrats on the new website, this is gorgeous. @juliettelaura

  • Meaghan
  • February 21, 2019

I love how this site looks on mobile! Easy to scroll and read – @writemegwrite

  • Erin
  • February 21, 2019

Beautiful new layout! And I’ve been wondering what the first nail polish was for days now, haha. IG handle is @erinbtinsley.

  • Ashley
  • February 21, 2019

I love these choices, may need to add some new ones to my line up. Also, your site looks amazing! IG: @pompisthenewblack

  • Olivia
  • February 21, 2019

Love this post! Determined to match all my accessories from now on to my nail colour!! The website redesign is seriously epic- congrats!! @starsandsky12

  • Olivia
  • February 21, 2019

Love this post!! So determined to match every accessorie I own to my nail polish- haha! Really love the new design- so easy to navigate & of course beautiful content! @starsandsky12

  • olivia
  • February 21, 2019

Okay it turns out my comment did post! Oops I got my insta wrong it’s @starsandsky24 – congrats again

  • Anny
  • February 21, 2019

Loving your blog! And it’s true, being a blogger you do include your fingers and nails a ton so they should look polished but lately I have been kind of lazy so I leave mine naked. Hehe maybe I’ll start doing them again. Keep up the blog! XO @annyto_

  • Melissa (Instagram: @mfloresstudio)
  • February 21, 2019

Absolute perfection. You have an incredible eye for color.

  • Haleighbirdie
  • February 21, 2019

Great post! I can’t pull off beigey nudes and rust colors but they are great on you! Love your new blog! -@haleighbirdie

  • Indri Widyanti
  • February 21, 2019

Congrats for your new website design. It’s look more fresh and keep me read your post again and again. Your hardwork is amazing. IG: @missindriii

  • Kate
  • February 21, 2019

Lovely. @katefranzman

  • Kyrie G.
  • February 21, 2019

Think I might have to try my way or Norway now… looks great! @que_verde

  • Roryfox
  • February 21, 2019

I’ve been a big fan of OPI for years! I also have it’s a piazza cake and I’m so in love with it . Best Autumn/Winter shade! It reminds me of pumpkin pie hehe. Thank you for sharing your favourite shades, they’re so pretty!! Btw, loving the new website (especially the new fonts & colour palette!). @the.thought.fox on IG

  • Natalie
  • February 21, 2019

Love the yank my poodle color! My nails are almost always light pink but I might have to give that color a try. IG ivyetrose

  • Madison Moulder
  • February 21, 2019

Totally obsessed with OPI Yank my Doodle, going out to get some right now! Also LOVE the new site. IG: madmoulder

  • Tierney Jones
  • February 21, 2019

Love this article. Whenever I’m shopping for nail polish I try to shuffle through your posts to match them, now I know the exact names, Thanks!! IG @tierneyjonesmodel

  • Bee
  • February 21, 2019

I love all of these colors so much! Makes me want to paint my nails ✨ my IG is @honeynwool

  • Melissa
  • February 21, 2019

Just love your feed and style! The only blogger I follow. And thanks for sharing your nail polish colors. Just ordered all 4!
-melmarie2010

  • Zoë
  • February 21, 2019

You have such an amazing style ✨ @zoecarette

  • Madison
  • February 21, 2019

You and I are color palette soulmates ✨ @m.griggles

  • Brooke
  • February 21, 2019

Love how perfectly the nail color coordinates with that sezane knit!! @bk_tyler

  • Jen
  • February 21, 2019

I got the yank my doodle polish per your recommendation and adore it Loving all the photography in this post!
@jenarmand

  • Michelle
  • February 21, 2019

Love OPI! My go-to nail polish is OPI Bubble Bath. Definitely need to try Yank My Doodle. It really suits you! Your new blog looks wonderful. Keep shining, Courtney!✨ @1VintageSoul

  • Johnna LaFaith
  • February 21, 2019

So pleased that you posted this! I love that first color and I work at a salon where they use OPI! I’ll be using my discount to score that!!

  • Alexa Barone
  • February 21, 2019

I absolutely love the new site! And thank you for sharing your nail colors, that A-Piers to be Tan one is so gorgeous and so YOU! Also, you’ve gotten me hooked on Sezane and I’m seriously lusting after this sweater… Instagram: alexxa.bee

  • Eunae
  • February 21, 2019

Congrats on your re launching your website! My go to color is just black but I definitely need to try A Piers to be Tan! Also, I was just in Paris and stopped by Sezane store, I was debating to buy this sweater but seeing you wear it I wish I bought it! @eunae_so

  • Louise
  • February 21, 2019

Thanks for sharing this, I’ve always admired your nails and the colours you choose so I’m glad to know the specifics. Might have to pick up a few of these polishes now! @llouisellen

  • Sarah
  • February 21, 2019

Love love love the new blog! Thanks for posting about one of my favorite topics ❤️ @sarahmayim

  • Simone
  • February 21, 2019

Love this! I’ve been admiring your nail color for a while now. @ladystaardust

  • Hollie
  • February 21, 2019

Loving your blog and the rust-coloured nail polish! IG: happyhollieday

  • Jillian Owen
  • February 21, 2019

Have ordered this sweater and 2 polishes! I had no idea this palette worked for me until you inspired me to try it. Such a beautiful blog – congrats! @jillianclaire2

  • Carolina
  • February 21, 2019

@carogoes 🙂

  • Kat DeLong
  • February 21, 2019

Love it!!! – @katdelong

  • Michelle M
  • February 22, 2019

You could do a really cute wabi-sabi style manicure with all of these shades! One on each nail (+plus one repeat). So cute!

  • Lara
  • February 22, 2019

A-piers to be tan looks so nice! Now I’m desperately trying to get a hold of it, but Opi is not easy to find where I live! Also it’s like it’s meant to be with your Sezane sweater perfect match
Instagram: @laradigar

  • Emily Vandiver
  • February 22, 2019

I don’t wear nail polish but Yank My Doodle is so pretty. IG: @vandiveremily

  • Liz Willix
  • February 22, 2019

I too am a BIG OPI fan— love all of your recommendations as well! PS LOVE the new site look and feel well done!! My insta handle is:Lizwillix as well!

  • Kathleen Tompkins
  • February 22, 2019

I love this post so much! I feel the exact same way. I ALWAYS do gel nails, I even bought a home kit for it. I had to break that rule when I saw, It’s a Piazza Cake by OPI. I love it! All these colors are so beautiful and unique. They truly look great on you!
@sunandland_

  • Courtney Cecale
  • February 22, 2019

I’m seriously loving these toasty warm colors, girl — especially on this literally snowy LA day!!!

thanks for the inspiration, as always ✨✨
@ccecale

  • Jessica
  • February 22, 2019

I always love your nails! Thanks for sharing these colors!
IG: @jessi_walkinthepark

  • Jessica
  • February 22, 2019

I always love your nails! I will definitely be picking these up. Thanks for sharing!
IG: @jessi_walkinthepark

  • Shannon Copley
  • February 22, 2019

Beautiful new site! It’s perfect. Piazza cake is my favorite shade too 🙂
IG : shannon_copley

  • Miranda
  • February 22, 2019

I always look for polishes similar to yours! Thank you for sharing 🙂 Also – the site makeover is just awesome. So happy for you! @spumonidino

  • Cords
  • February 22, 2019

This burnt orange / rust colour is soooo flattering on us girls with warm skintones. I love your blog’s new look a lot, I feel like I am browsing Sezane. Could you tell me what is the bolded font you’re using? <3 IG: @lycanthropicandsincere

  • Ashley Sassoon
  • February 22, 2019

Aaaahhhhhhh I’ve been hoping for a post with your fav nail polishes!!! Thank you for sharing and I love love love the new look of your blog. <3 @wildwood_floral_co

  • SundayDahlias
  • February 22, 2019

Thank you for this! Ive been looking for a color like the first one but havent had any luck. Now I know where to go!! Much love @sundaydahlias
http://www.sundaydahlias.com

  • Marissa Aurora
  • February 22, 2019

AGH. I’ve been looking for nude/brown/orange tones for so long and to find that they’re OPI. That’s a big BLESS. @marissaurora

  • Sarah
  • February 22, 2019

Gorgeous colors! Do you have any recommendations for a top coat or base coat? IG @sarahanne67

  • Ayla
  • February 22, 2019

Ahh thank you so much! Your nails always look amazing! Love the new look of the blog @aylafiala

  • Gabrielle
  • February 22, 2019

Ooo this is all ooo so lovely!!! Love how you have intentionally chosen your colors and layout to represent you so well. The new page is beautiful! -@gabriellepen

  • Chloe Clark
  • February 22, 2019

I love how on-brand these colors are for you! I try to stick with pinks and purples because those colors match my wardrobe the most! Love the layout of the new blog! Ig: @chloecouronne

  • Kerry
  • February 22, 2019

Thank you for the daily inspiration, girl. Can’t wait to paint my nails tomorrow after work. IG handle: @kerry.elizabeth_

  • Amy
  • February 22, 2019

Everything is simple…but it makes it looks perfect !
@careless_lov

  • Veronika
  • February 22, 2019

These colors are so beautiful and your website is so inspiring! I was looking for nail polish colors like these a long time but now i’m gonna test the OPI colors as soon as possible. My IG: @vrnk_2731

  • Hannah solman
  • February 22, 2019

The outfit you’re wearing with OPI It’s a piazza cake is just stunning Love your new site! My IG name is @hannah_solman! Xx

  • Caroline
  • February 22, 2019

I’m a big fan of Yank My Doodle myself and ~always~ get compliments on it, without fail. I need to try that A-Piers To Be Tan shade, it looks great!
@thedeckledpage

  • Charlotte
  • February 22, 2019

All four of these shades are stunning, thanks for the inspiration!
IG: @charlijj

  • Marcin
  • February 22, 2019

Great color! @cinek_

  • Aileen OConnell
  • February 22, 2019

All those shades are perfect for your color palette. Do you find if you gel too often that your nails start to get really weak, though? I do. IG: @vaileentino

  • Aileen OConnell
  • February 22, 2019

Btw, the blog looks phenomenal!

  • Natalie Wong
  • February 22, 2019

Yes, I was in desperate need of new colors! The new look of the blog is amazing and so very fitting to you—congratulations! Also, you’re just the best. ❤️ @datsjustwong

  • Rika
  • February 22, 2019

These colors!!! Gorgeous I especially love yank my doodle. Love the bright but warm color. And also, congrats on your site: it looks absolutely stunning and very you. @rikaniemeijer

  • Breena Farrelly
  • February 22, 2019

Currently at the salon looking for yank my doodle!
@breena.jude

  • Meg
  • February 22, 2019

Wow. Your new site is stunning and nothing short of perfect for you! I’m amazed and your nail polish selections are incredible. As a painter I follow you because you use colors, texture, and light sooo well, even down to such small details like nails! – IG: agavebear

  • Spring
  • February 22, 2019

I love the new blog! I’m definitely a mobile gal but I had to come check it out on my desktop and glad I did– it looks lovely! This post was full of some great colors, and I think you even led me to my perfect wedding mani color! @springavalon

  • Joaleen
  • February 22, 2019

Just came by to check out the new blog and I love it! This nail polish post is so fun and the new aesthetic of the site matches your style perfectly! Congrats!
Xo @joaleen

  • Gracie
  • February 22, 2019

Love love LOVE these earthy neutrals for nails and the new site. Layout is stunning. You’ve convinced me to beer into earth tone nails more! xx @gracques_cousteau

  • Cherie hagooli
  • February 22, 2019

Gorgeous clothes and nails as always xoxo IG: @cheriebaby__

  • Anna
  • February 23, 2019

Those are such pretty colours !! I love a good orangey red. (@hella.darling)

  • Rebecca Catherine
  • February 24, 2019

Love these colours, and will have to give them a go! I’ve often gone for another OPI shade, Tasmanian Devil Made Me Do It. I’m also a fan of Brisbane Bronze, named after my hometown. Being a bit more tan often means I need more vibrant colours, or they blend in. IG: @frayedapronstrings

  • allison
  • February 27, 2019

I got yank my doodle as a spring summer shade for my nails last year it’s so nice I just wish they were cruelty free 🙁

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