What’s the quickest way to give a nod to the festive season without going full bauble and glitter? No, not chucking a length of tinsel around your neck *shudders*. A swipe of shimmery nail polish can instantly Christmassify your outfit without going overboard – especially if it’s a desk to drinks situation. No doubt you’ll find plenty of sparkly enamel shades this time of year, but where NailKind get it right once again is in their broader interpretation of autumn winter colours. Their new collection Pure Confidence offers a new take on classic shades that are perfect for the winter months: a rich midnight blue, the blackest of reds, a sophisticated deep grey, and a brushed metal for that festive nod – not a hint of tinsel in sight. As the collection’s name suggests, this colour palette oozes – rather than screams – confidence. Take your pick.

Nailkind nail polish in Mr Rock Solid

The vegan and cruelty-free brand describes this shade as ‘a metallic black hue’. I don’t quite see it – to me the name provides a much stronger description: a dark grey the colour of a rock you’d find in the forest, permanently damp which adds to the depth of the grey, with a barely perceptible hint of green moss that catches the light. Unlike any grey I’ve come across, it’s a strong colour that takes you a bold step away from the ‘boring’ label grey can illicit. 

Nailkind nail polish in read my lips

Seeing this colour in the bottle, I was not expecting to like it as much as I do. Red is known to be an attention-grabbing colour associated with confidence – a classic to turn to for look-at-me nails. But this shade of red is much more subtle and sophisticated: a deep rouge noir hue that quietly hints at confidence, with no need for the shouty vibes of a pure red. This low-chemical lacquer manages to deliver a strong and bold festive winter colour, all wrapped into one shade.

Nailkind nail polish in Tokyo Nights

My favourite shade in this collection. Hinting at beaming city lights and electric vibes, it manages to combine vibrancy and depth, for the coolest midnight hue. Unapologetic style and confidence, always with up to 85% bio-sourced ingredients.

NailKind nail polish in I’ve Got This

The perfect nod to party season, this is the new direction for metallics, like you’ve dipped your fingers in mercury. Don’t be scared by the shimmer in the bottle, this ultra-wearable brushed metal silver catches the light without looking brash or out of place in daytime environments. If you have a steady hand and fancy trying a little nail art, I’ve Got This is the perfect shade for drawing a silver star on a Tokyo Midnight backdrop.

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