The Hands-Down Best Red Nail Polish Colors

Essie Gel Couture Long-Lasting Nail Polish in Bubbles Only ($13)

Essie's Gel Couture is the perfect compromise between regular polish and UV gel manicures. Plus, it can be taken off with regular nail polish remover. The formula is super long-lasting and resistant to chips. The shade Bubbles Only is a vibrant burgundy with a glossy finish.

Zoya Nail Polish in Pixie Dust ($12)

Interest in red glitter polish has spiked more than 400 percent since Swift wore the shade to a Kansas City Chiefs game. Though we don't know exactly what brand the singer was rocking, the Zoya Nail Polish in Pixie Dust is a pretty close match. It's a classic red with chunks of large glitter in it.

Chanel Le Vernis Longwear Nail Colour in Incendiaire ($32)

Like all colors, red comes in a variety of undertones. The Chanel Le Vernis Longwear Nail Colour in Incendiaire is a blue-based red that will make your fingers pop. The polish is long-lasting with a high-shine finish.

Sundays Nail Polish in No.13 ($18)

If burgundy is too dark and candy-apple red is too blue, try the Sundays Nail Polish in No.13, which has a yellowish-orange undertone. The "chili pepper red," as the brand describes it, will surely spice up your next manicure. The formula is also nontoxic and vegan.

Manucurist Glittery Nail Polish in Red Hibiscus ($14)

For ultra-shiny, metallic red nails, try the Manucurist Glittery Nail Polish in Red Hibiscus. The iridescent, magnetic-like finish catches the light beautifully without the need for chunky glitter. The formula is nontoxic and vegan and contains 84 percent bio-sourced ingredients like potato, corn, and yuca.

Gucci Glossy Nail Polish in Goldie Red ($35)

It's impossible not to feel chic with the Gucci Glossy Nail Polish in Goldie Red on your fingers. Not only is it a brilliant shade of red, but the high-shine finish also just screams expensive. It's a plant-based formula with a custom-designed brush for easy application.

Olive & June Nail Polish in Ruby Shimmer ($9)

Let's face it: as great as glitter polish is, it can be tedious to remove. For a manicure that's just as sparkly but less of a commitment, try a shimmery polish like the Olive & June Nail Polish in Ruby Shimmer. The formula is vegan and nontoxic and comes with an easy-to-use fan brush.

OPI Nail Lacquer in Red Hot Rio ($11)

There's no other way to put it: the OPI Nail Lacquer in Red Hot Rio is a classic. The shade is not too blue or too yellow — it's the perfect true candy-apple red that will flatter all skin tones. The formula offers seven days of chip-free wear and only needs two coats for opaque coverage.

JinSoon Nail Polish in Coquette ($18)

Coquette from JinSoon is a bright cherry red that will never go out of style. You'll find yourself reaching for it just as much in the summertime as you do in the fall and winter. The formula is nontoxic, long-lasting, and chip-proof.

Butter London Patent Shine 10X Nail Lacquer in Afters ($18)

If you only have two red nail polish shades in your collection, make them a bright red and a deep burgundy. With those two shades, you'll be covered no matter the season or vibe. The Butter London Patent Shine 10X Nail Lacquer in Afters has a gel-like finish that is super saturated in color and lasts for up to 10 days without chipping or fading. Meanwhile, it helps promote stronger, healthier nails while you wear it.

Tenoverten Nail Color in Dark Red ($14)

Tenoverten makes vegan, nontoxic nail polish formulas designed to leave your nails healthier than when you started. The color 260 is a dark red that's perfect for the colder months.

Londontown Lakur in Lady Luck ($16)

The vegan, nine-free formula of this glossy bordeaux is infused with a botanical complex featuring nail-strengthening garlic extract and moisturizing rapeseed oil to nurture damaged, weak nails back to health.

Christian Louboutin Rouge Louboutin Nail Colour ($50)

The very first Louboutin was born after the designer painted a shoe's sole with red polish. This lacquer is inspired by the exact same hue found on the bottom of the iconic heel, while the cap nods to one of the brand's highest stilettos. Though pricy, it surely makes a statement.

Sally Hansen Insta-Dri Nail Color in ASAP Apple ($6)

If you've ever needed a perfect manicure in under 10 minutes, you should have a bottle of the Sally Hansen Insta-Dri Nail Color in ASAP Apple in your stash. By the time you've moved on to paint your second hand, your first five fingers will be dry. Keep a bottle in your glove compartment in case of a polish emergency.