We independently evaluate all recommended products and services. If you click on links we provide, we may receive compensation. Learn more. Style Nails The 15 Coziest Nail Colors For January 2024 Kick off the New Year with a fresh mani. By Jenna Sims Jenna Sims Jenna is a Senior Digital Editor for Southern Living and joined the team in 2014. She writes, produces, and assigns content with a focus on email growth and commerce content. She covers a range of topics in the lifestyle space from holiday gift guides to new product launches to tips for cooking with your air fryer. Southern Living's editorial guidelines Updated on January 9, 2024 Olive & June The beginning of a new year often has us all feeling like starting off fresh by taking on better habits, getting rid of old ones, and—most commonly—changing up our look. A fresh mani in one of these nail colors for January is the easiest way to do just that.While others are hitting the squats and going into the salon for a pixie cut, why not start slow and steady with a cozy winter manicure in a color that feels new to you? It takes only a little courage to step outside your usual OPI Lincoln Park After Dark or Essie Ballet Slippers, which is all you need to kick your year off on a fanciful foot. From new wintry takes on classic dark nail colors to unique pops of color that'll have you feeling the opposite of boring, these are the best nail colors to try this January and tick off all the way into spring. Olive & June Favorite Beanie Olive & June View On Oliveandjune.com This blue-gray is destined to be a stand-out in your nail polish lineup. It's a low-key way to add color to your winter look that won't take over your outfit. OPI Bubble Bath OPI View On Amazon $12 View On Target $12 View On Ulta $12 Bubble Bath's pigment, or lack thereof, is found to be incredibly comforting for neutral lovers. Even the barely-there shade of pink can look totally chic. Olive and June CN Olive and June View On Oliveandjune.com Bring on the not-your-typical dark nail colors, starting with this smooth chocolate brown that will feel sumptuous no matter what you're wearing. OPI Rub-a-Pub-Pub Amazon View On Amazon $12 View On Walmart $10 This moody gray is just the deep neutral your nails need to go with your favorite winter wardrobe pieces. Zoya Ryan Amazon View On Amazon $12 View On Walmart $11 A deep, inky blue has more intrigue than your go-to black or burgundy for cold weather. Olive & June ECC Target View On Oliveandjune.com Winter white is getting a stylish update this year in the form of this cool gray-white that will never be mistaken as a Funny Bunny-style summer white. OPI Suzi Talks With Her Hands Amazon View On Amazon $12 View On Walmart $9 We never thought we'd swoon over gray nail polish, but this one has a whole lot of soul. It's got green and blue undertones that help it look way more exciting than cement gray. Essie Wool Me Over Amazon View On Amazon $10 View On Walmart $14 This creamy taupe brown is as cozy as your favorite sweater—and will look great with it, too! Neutral lovers need to snag this color immediately. OPI Things I've Seen in Aber-green Amazon View On Amazon $12 View On Walmart $10 View On Beyondpolish.com Nothing like a smoky army green to start the next twelve months off with a bang. This one from OPI's Scotland Collection is a forever favorite. Essie Eternal Optimist Amazon View On Amazon $9 View On Target $10 A more full-bodied version of dusty rose, this not-too-pink nail color goes on with a super creamy finish. Olive and June CDJ Olive and June View On Oliveandjune.com View On Walgreens $9 If you want to save money in the new year, start off with an affordable nail polish shade you'll use to the last drop. This is the ultimate neutral that complements any skin tone. OPI Intentions Are Rose Gold Amazon View On Amazon $13 View On Ulta $13 This soothing shade is from OPI's Nature Strong line, which is made with plant-based ingredients sourced from nature. Add a little shimmer to dreary January with a rose gold polish that shines. Essie Nail Polish in Bordeaux View On Amazon $9 View On Walmart $9 View On Ulta $10 Make sure 2024 knows you're coming in confident with a creamy burgundy red that's packed with personality. OPI Drama at La Scala Amazon View On Amazon $12 View On Opi.com View On Beyondpolish.com Winter is always a big time for jewel tones, but instead of your usual ruby red, why not go with a dreamy dark teal? Sally Hansen Shock & Mauve Target View On Target $10 This light mauve is soft but makes a bigger statement than most neutrals. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit