Every Time I Wear Forest Green Nails, I Get Compliments—These are the Best Shades

One of my most consistently highly complimented manicures is when I have forest green nails. I love the perfect dark forest green polish that almost teeters on black, but has enough verdant color to make it clear it’s actually a green at heart. Burgundy hues and deep purple shades tend to dominate fall and winter manicures, but we’re making a case for forest green. Not only are forest green nails a gorgeous fall jewel tone, but they’re also the perfect transition color from fall to winter, paying homage to the evergreen pines. These are our favorite forest green polishes to try.

Forest Green Nail Polish Shades We Love

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LONDONTOWN lakur Enhanced Color in Vibe ($16)

Londontown describes this shade as “jade green with a hint of licorice,” and that sounds like the perfect dark green polish to us.

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

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Essie Off Tropic ($10)

This lush grove dark green is an Essie best-seller for a reason. It’s perfect for the fall-to-winter transition and beyond.

• BUY ON AMAZON – $10
• BUY ON TARGET – $10

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Olive & June It’s Actually Dark Green ($9)

If you’re looking for a shade closer to black on the spectrum, go with this polish from Olive & June. Plus, it’s fun to reply with the name “It’s Actually Dark Green” when people ask about the shade.

• BUY NOW – $9

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OPI Stay Off the Lawn!! ($12)

Might we recommend wearing this deep, lush green from OPI’s Washington DC line to vote this Election Day?

• BUY ON OPI – $12
• BUY ON AMAZON – $12

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Addiction Tokyo Posh Green ($19)

This shade might be the most green in pigment on the list, but it still maintains a somewhat deep, moody tone that we love for the cooler months.

• BUY NOW – $19

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Sally Hansen Insta-Dri Nail Polish C-hill Out ($8)

For those who are always in a hurry, we recommend this forest green polish with This shade might be the most green in pigment on the list, but it still maintains a somewhat deep, moody tone that we love a quick dry formula for a striking jewel-toned manicure.

• BUY NOW – $8

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ORLY Regal Pine ($10.50)

This evergreen shade is a gorgeous cool green. Plus, the lush polish is so well-pigmented that you’ll only need a coat or two to achieve the look.

• BUY NOW – $10.50