10 Pretty Spring Nail Polishes

A nude manicure is ultra-sophisticated and classic.

Chanel Inattendu, $23; bloomingdales.com

A flattering coral that is the perfect accompaniment to your spring floral wardrobe.

Essie in Tart Deco, $8; essieshop.com

Orange you glad this hue is bold and bright but won't make your fingertips look like carrots?

MAC Nail Lacquer in Coral Wave, $12; maccosmetics.com

Keep your robin's egg blue manicure looking great by clipping your nails short and filing them square at the top.

Hard Candy in Frenzy, $5; walmart.com

A sparkling hunter green for those who aren't quite ready to give up their dark lacquers from winter.

Sephora by OPI Leaf Him at the Altar, $9; sephora.com

We're tickled pink over this fashion-forward hue and the pocket-friendly price to boot.

wet n wild Nail Color in Candy-licious, $1.99; wnwbeauty.com

A gold pedicure enhances your tan, so keep this shade through the summer months.

OPI Bling Dynasty, $8.50; amazon.com

These sheer polishes can be layered for as much or as little color as you want. Great for those who prefer bare nails.

Butter London Jelly Colour in Twee, $14; b-glowing.com

The flat, rectangular brush makes applying this dusty lilac polish a breeze.

Sally Hansen in Pedal to the Metal, $8; ulta.com

Most likely, your nails have been stained by this winter's dark polishes. Brighten up yellow spots by bleaching them in a DIY solution:

- Mix 1 tablespoon of 3% hydrogen peroxide with 2 1/2 tablespoons of baking soda in a small plastic bowl.

- Use a cotton swab to press some of the pastelike mixture firmly under the tip of each nail as well as over the top of the nail, covering all the nails on one hand.

- Let mixture remain in place for about three minutes before rinsing with warm water.

- Gently buff the nail surfaces.

- Use a base coat like Sally Hansen Double-Duty Strengthening Base & Top Coat to prevent future stains.