These are the 9 best pedicure shades to take to your next appointment, according to the pros
Celebrity news, beauty, fashion advice, and fascinating features, delivered straight to your inbox! Thank you for signing up to Marie Claire. You will receive a verification email shortly. There was a problem. Please refresh the page and try again. There’s nothing quite like getting a fresh pedicure—feet scrubbed to perfection and shiny new lacquers meticulously painted on toes. But choosing the perfect pedicure colour is always a challenge. While there's heaps of inspiration out there on the best , pedicure choices seem to be less diverse. We’ve called in some of the best experts in the industry to share their top toenail colour trends so you never make the wrong shade choice again. Whether you’re a true devotee to the same shade or like to switch it up every time, we’ve got plenty of pretty colours to suit all tastes. We’ve got well-loved classics like and , plus lots of other creative options like and Aperol orange. Read on to take a look at the best. You can’t go wrong with a pinky-hued nude. “It’s perfect all year round, either on its own or with a glossy top coat or with a French tip for a more polished look,” says nail artist, . “This is sure to be even more popular after that viral scene in the Barbie movie,” she adds. If you’re getting neutral bases, Sadie recommends going for The Gel Bottle’s Builder in a Bottle (BIAB) because it’s great for easy maintenance, “it can be infilled to save time on removal,” she explains. The best part about this kind of shade is that it can be customised based on skin tone and preference for the perfect natural, bespoke to you. Try and for other options. “I love a crisp white toe,” says celebrity nail artist, . It’s actually a go-to shade for her, noting that it’s one which always gets a flurry of compliments. There are actually lots of hues to choose from when it comes to the classic white pedi, so it’ll never look like block white Tipp-Ex. We adore and If you want to jazz it up a little, top this off with a beautiful chrome or pearlescent shimmer with . When it comes to our love of Aperol, it doesn’t stop at our bev of choice. We take it all the way to our toes with a juicy orange. “In the summer, my advice would always be to flip that dial to the furthest end of the colour spectrum,” says nail artist . We love shades and , which are two slightly different hues depending on your tastes. Both Stephanie and Alex note daring neons, specifically yellow and green, to be exciting shades for a pedicure — particularly for summer holidays. “Citrus hues including chartreuse yellow and acid green have certainly turned the heads of those daring to be bold this year,” Alex explains. For a stand-out finish, Stephanie recommends adding a matte top coat. Alex’s favourite high street shades include and for a gel polish if you’re hitting up the salon. Another statement-making shade is gold chrome toes, which Stephanie loves. We’re talking elevated armour and incredibly eye-catching. This is created using a gold chrome pigment, which Stephanie recommends visiting your nail tech for. This will sure have your toes standing out, especially in the summer whilst wearing your favourite gladiator sandals. No chrome to hand? Try shade or . It wouldn’t really be a pedicure roundup without two types of white. “White pedicured feet have been a worldwide craze for quite a few years now,” says 14 Day Mani expert, . “A sheer, milky white is equally as complementary on the toes.” It’s a hue that’s much more subtle than its striking classic white sister. Choose shades like , which is a builder gel, or if you prefer regular nail polish. Julita says you can either wear the shade on its own, or add a solid white french tip for a more elevated look. “When in doubt, wear white!” Similarly to Aperol orange, Alex says cerise pink is a popular choice among his clients. The hue is on the red end of the pink spectrum and is particularly vivid. If you regularly wear red on your toes, this is one you’re going to love. Favourite polishes include and for a gel option. Contrastingly, to the statement shades is a high-gloss sheer nude pedicure. “This speaks volumes of someone wanting to exude effortless beauty and put-togetherness,” says Alex. You might also have heard this as “ ” which focuses on the same, glossy features. His go-to high street shades are , which also doubles as a strengthening treatment; , which is a stunning barely-there hue; and , the perfect your-nails-but-better. If you’re off to the salon for a professional pedi with gels, Alex loves The Gel Bottle in , , and ; or . Your nail tech can also help customise the colours together to find your perfect high-shine hue.