When the thermometer drops, we swap pop polish shades for softer hues. Winter is the perfect time to treat yourself to a comforting and stylish manicure! This season, we revisit the great classics with a chic and contemporary touch inspired by the Autumn-Winter 2025-2026 haute couture runways.
Winter 2025-2026 color trends
Chic & soothing browns
Brown nail polishes are establishing themselves as the new neutrals of winter. Goodbye mid-tones, hello warm and woody shades inspired by vintage furniture and Parisian cafés…
This is the case with Orme, a café au lait shade with a soft charm, between beige greige and milky brown. A trendy shade - as evidenced by the mohair bodysuit spotted on the Acne Studios Autumn-Winter 2025 runway - soothing and decidedly in tune with the times, like Mocha Mousse, one of the colors of 2025.
In the same vibe: Chestnut, a shimmering brown with chestnut nuances, as sublime as patinated Italian leather… It even evokes the one from the dress spotted in Fendi’s Autumn-Winter 2025 collection. A polish that rhymes with style & self-confidence!
Another great option: Mocha, a dark brown polish with cool undertones, between bitter cocoa and iced ebony that reveals a rare intensity, a shade much loved by Hermès. The very essence of winter chic, in short.
💡 Tip: these brown tones are wonderful for a tone-on-tone manicure matched with camel or gold accessories or in nail art for a revisited French or polka dots.
Orme, Chestnut & Mocha: the essential trio of browns for an ultra-chic winter manicure.
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Sensual and intoxicating burgundies
The trendy color of autumn 2025 and the ultimate symbol of chic, burgundy remains a staple of the winter season. And this year, it ventures into new territories, flirting with plum, violet, and claret.
To wear these shades with long-lasting wear, find the full selection of semi-permanent burgundy polish to cure under an LED lamp.
Proof is Violeta, a rosy purple polish with purple reflections and speckled with ripe nuances, capturing the light and giving you sumptuous Velvet nails. A vibrant and bold shade, in the spirit of the sculptural, futuristic design ensemble by Mugler. Where sensuality and modernity intertwine…
In the same spirit: the essential Dark Pansy. Our cult wine burgundy polish, streaked with prune highlights, evoking the crushed velvet of a ball skirt on a winter night in New York. A dramatic and romantic shade like those from Carolina Herrera.
And then, we don’t forget Prune. A dense and sensual wine burgundy that oscillates between ripe grape and garnet silk, also seen on the sensual, sheer silhouettes of Christopher Esber. 100% desirable, this shade captivates with its perfect balance of warmth and mystery.
💡 Tip: these burgundies are stunning paired with gold jewelry. For a red carpet look, combine them with a nude base for an inverted french manicure.
From the runway to your nails: Violeta, Dark Pansy & Prune establish burgundy as the new trendy color of the season.
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Tender and delicate milk nails
Between opacity and transparency, the milk nails trend continues to charm on social media. This winter again, it stands as a refuge of softness and light.
We dress, for example, our nails with Milky White, a translucent white polish of infinite delicacy. Its milky finish is similar to that seen on the drapes of Alberta Ferretti. Like when light seems to glide over fabric… A basic to have in your drawers, easily paired with a clean clothing look or a colorful sportswear outfit.
We are also enchanted by Crème, a dense and caressing off-white, filled with diffuse light, synonymous with effortless sophistication. The iconic tweed of Chanel also highlights this shade this season. And for good reason: it is divine!
As for Blossom, it is a pink polish marshmallow, gently powdered, with a discreet sweetness found on the cocoon and asymmetrical sweater by Issey Miyake. A shade that brings a joyful and playful note to this cold season.
💡 Tip: apply a thin coat for a nude effect, two for a more opaque and milky finish. Shades that pair wonderfully with well-moisturized hands and silver jewelry!
Milky White, Blossom, and Crème: three soft shades for delicate milk nails. (@tagwalk)
Frosted pearly and sparkling winter shades
When the sky clouds over, pearly polishes take over from the sun. Their reflections brush our hands like iridescent snow on the skin, awakening the season with discreet brightness.
Starting with Fairy, a holographic pearly white polish that dresses nails like the moon dresses the deep night. A satin veil that glides over the nail with the same grace as the white satin dress seen at Ralph Lauren. We love it because it is subtle, fluid & infinitely refined.
In the same vein, there is Tweed, an urban gray with warm, slightly pearly undertones, whose subtle shine recalls the astonishing Courrèges dress between liquid metal and futuristic knitwear.
Between icy taupe and subtle sparkle, Quartz embodies ultimate chic. Like the equestrian-style princess spotted at Max Mara galloping into the cold season with flair and confidence! For a refined winter manicure without a hitch.
💡 Tip: layer a thin coat of Quartz over Milky White for an adorable Frosted nails effect. Perfect for the holiday season or simply to brighten up a heather gray sweater.
Winter magic reaches the tips of your nails with our pearly polishes.
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Nail and hand care: winter essentials
Hydrate to counter the effects of the cold
Winter spares neither skin nor nails. Cold, repeated washing, and heating can weaken keratin and dry out cuticles. Fortunately, a suitable routine is enough to keep nails strong, smooth, and flexible.
The essential step? Daily hydration. To maintain nail flexibility and soft hands, adopt our Nail Moisturizing Duo: a rebalancing duo to restore comfort and suppleness to dehydrated nails. The Base 5.5, enriched and protective, works deeply thanks to its botanical actives, while the Sérum Complet provides light, continuous hydration without a greasy or sticky finish.
👉How does it work? For 2 weeks, apply the Base 5.5 on clean nails every 2 days without removing previous layers. At the same time, apply a drop of Sérum complet daily by gently massaging the nail and its surrounding skin.
Complete this pair with the Crème Mains, with its melting texture and comforting orange blossom scent – a must-have in your winter handbag.
The Nail Moisturizing Duo and Crème Mains: your gentle allies against the cold.
Strengthen to counter seasonal fatigue
Temperature changes can weaken nail strength. To reinforce them, rely on the duo Huile Verte & Concentré Perfecteur:
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The first hydrates and protects the nails and their surrounding skin.
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The second acts as a strengthening treatment.
👉How does it work? On bare or manicured nails, apply a drop of Huile Verte every day by massaging it onto the nails and their surrounding skin. Keep your Concentré perfecteur pen handy for a nourishing on-the-go treatment anytime during the day.
The winter wellness gesture: the duo Green Oil + Perfecting Concentrate to slip into your bag.
Boosting nail growth
For strong nails that grow regularly, you have the choice between:
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The Kératine Booster, a hardening treatment that restores strength and structure to weakened nails. Its biomimetic formula based on plant keratin, silicon, and biotin works at the core of the nail plate to restore its density. Apply on bare nails one to three times a day for one week. Let dry until fully absorbed, without rinsing or massaging.
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The Nail Boost supplements that work from within by providing the essential vitamins and minerals for healthy nail growth. Take as a maintenance cure for 2 months at 2 capsules per day, to be repeated 2 to 3 times a year.
Kératine Booster & Nail Boost: the complete routine for stronger nails, both inside and out.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to choose your polish color in winter?
To choose the right polish color in winter, favor shades that are both elegant and warm: opt for a timeless burgundy or cherry red for a sophisticated effect that suits all skin tones. Revisited neutrals like coffee brown or frosted beige have become must-haves. Finally, black and white polishes are also part of the mix for year-end party nights, combined with chrome polishes or golden glitter for sparkling and festive nail art.
Which manicure to choose for winter?
In winter, when the cold puts hands to the test, choosing the right manicure becomes strategic. For a cozy routine, the classic Green™ polish is ideal: easy to apply, easy to change according to your mood. But if you want a color that lasts, go for Green Flash™, our long-lasting LED semi-permanent polish. A glowing result for up to 12 days, without damaging the nail. One enhances, the other resists — the choice is yours depending on your pace.
You can also choose a natural nail polish, designed for a cleaner color manicure every day.
