Full disclosure: As much as we enjoy decking out our nails in the prettiest, most intricate of designs (opens in new tab), we can’t help but love the ease of a classic chrome manicure—especially when we don't have to shell out a ton of money to get the look. And in a season where milky pastels will be seen on every finger and toe, we'll be opting for the understated metallic, like these 10 incredibly gorgeous polishes, ahead.




This Creamy Blue-Gray
Essie Mirror Metallics Nail Polish in No Place Like Chrome, $9
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Ruby was the beauty editor at Cosmopolitan, where she covered beauty across print and digital. Her work has appeared on The Zoe Report, Fashionista, and StyleCaster. Follow her on Instagram.
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