The 10 Most Iconic OPI Nail Polish Shades
Since the '80s, OPI has held a special place in every nail polish lover's journey. You might not swear by them, but there's no way you haven't heard of at least one, thanks to their catchy names like I Cannoli Wear OPI and Alpaca My Bags. After 42 years of operation, they have every color you can imagine and an endless number of exciting collaborations, from Hello Kitty to Coca-Cola and Xbox.
Even with hundreds of shades, there are still a select few that stick out. Below, discover the most iconic polishes from OPI.
Alpine Snow
Chances are, if you're looking for a standard white polish, it'll be OPI's Alpine Snow. With no shimmer and iridescence, it's perfect for a sleek, clean nail as well as an opaque base for nail art.
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Big Apple Red
This year has seen the TikTok viral Red Nail Theory, which says men are more attracted to red nail polish. For a classic red shade, always go for Big Apple Red. It's not too dark or bright, and it looks great on every skin color.
Black Onyx
Black Onyx will always be our most trusted shade of black. With one coat of nail polish, you'll have a rich color payoff and extreme gloss. And we don't care what you think—black works for every season.
Bubble Bath
Bubble Bath might be the most iconic in our book. Whenever we struggle to find inspiration for a nail look, we go to Bubble Bath. Its neutral tone makes it easy to style with any look. You can never go wrong with it.
Dulce de Leche
Sometimes, we crave a nude polish, but not one that already looks similar to our nails. We want people to see we have a fresh manicure. On these days, Dulce de Leche is the ultimate color. It's a natural mauve that exudes sophistication.
Funny Bunny
Funny Bunny is like the dainty sister of Alpine Snow. However, it has a much more sheer formula. Still, with the right amount of coats, you'll have a dreamy, soft white. Funny Bunny is also the polish often used to recreate Hailey Bieber's viral glazed donut nails.
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Lincoln Park After Dark
Some of us at Sweety High are Chicago locals, so we were ecstatic when OPI dropped a line in honor of the city. We were even happier when one of the shades became one of their most popular. Lincoln Park After Dark is a timeless deep burgundy shade—like a more elevated black.
Malaga Wine
Are you searching for a fall swatch that isn't as dark as Lincoln Park After Dark but something more appropriate for the season than Big Apple Red? This cool-toned polish will make you feel like you intentionally spilled your most luxurious glass of wine across your nails.
Put It in Neutral
If you want a true nude shade, Put It in Neutral is the way to go. It has a subtle pink hue, offering your nail beds a healthy wash of color. We love wearing this shade to weddings and any other event with a business casual dress code.
Samoan Sand
Okay, we know Bubble Bath and Put It in Neutral, but there's still one more shade rounding out the selection of OPI's best your nails-but-better polishes: Samoan Sand. Rather than pink undertones, Samoan Sand has a golden tint, just like any tropical beach. It will seriously complement any warm-toned beauty.
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