It seems this is the week for what color nail polish do I wear with (fill in the blank color) dress Kim?
It seems there must be some major parties going on that everyone is looking for information on just what color nail polish works for their dress color of choice.
Mostly this week it has been what color nail polish do I wear with my black dress? Which is the most popular color dress I can’t decide what color polish to wear with this week. Even though I did get asked what to wear with my orange dress and what do I wear with my yellow dress? I even got asked what color nail polish goes with my eggplant color dress cause my son is getting married question.. Wow talk about a range of different shades of dress colors. How would you choose your nail polish?
So I decided it would be easy to tell you here on my blog.. I have a list of questions I asked each person so I could give them a few good ideas that I thought would work for them. Now please understand I am no expert on the subject of nail polish, I just happen to sell lots of amazing indie brands of nail polish as well as a few bigger brands such as BB Couture on my website which is why I get asked often what color to wear. Now that we now offer Above the Curve, Cult Nails, Picture Polish, Dollish Polish as well as Serum no.5 and more, we got lots more colors to pick from!
Here we go with my list of questions to think about when choosing your nail polish. (don’t match your lipstick and your nail polish please, that is so very old school thinking. Just thought I would throw that in for kicks) 
My first question when I get asked what color polish do I wear, is what is the event you are planning on going to? What you would wear to your senior prom is not the same as what you might wear on your first date or in one case to your son’s wedding. For example if you are going to a black tie event wearing a black full-length evening gown with open toed shoes, you might what to wear red on your toes for a splash of color, and do French tips on your nails. Nowhere does it say you have to wear the same color on your nails and toes, so remember that ok?
My next question would be what is your skin tone? There are some colors that even I being pale as I am just cannot wear, the color may make my hands look old, or washout depending on the shade in question. So that is why I would ask that question. It’s really good to know what colors you can’t wear, along with colors you can. Knowing helps narrow down your choices.
My next question is what you got on hand already? Why go out and buy a new bottle of nail polish if you are only going to wear it once? Unless you really need to, that is. Like we need reasons right ladies?
Now lets get into what nail polish colors I would wear with:
Yellow dress ~ I would for sure not wear yellow polish. Reds are always good choice, try a more orange red than a blue red.. Try Hermera or Nude as good starting points, or gold like Fate would be fun.
Orange dress ~ I wouldn’t try to match the orange I would go to the other side of the color wheel which in this case would be blues or greens.. Don’t get me started on greens, I love them all! Blues stay away from light crèmes, go with your richer shades. Depending on your shade of orange, Bunny Bum might work because its a pastel shade of a beautiful peach color.
Eggplant (purple) dress~ I have to disagree with my color wheel, I don’t think you want to wear Army green nail polish.. if you do check out Dark Waves of the Sea or Blind Love.. A neutral shade is good look at Santa Monica Sands or Barely There by Serum no.5 . Depending again on the event would let you know if you are going to wear a glitter based nail polish or not.
Little black dress ~ really any color but black I think.. I would wear a gray like Ashes. Or depending on why you are wearing that little black dress, add some shimmer or even a bit of glitter!. or go red with Sangria Party or Tuxedo Night. Or maybe silver holographic like Risen by Above the Curve would be a blast! I would stay away from any light color yellows, or pale blues or greens because your dress needs to be what they are looking at. Pale shade of polish and a black dress just don’t seem like they would go together..
Well that’s its folks.. like I said I’m no expert on nail polish but if you could see my emails?? You would think I created nail polish not just offer the trendiest coolest brand ever BB Couture! And Holographics? Oh my gosh it has to be Above the Curve! Or these days there are lots of indie brands that offer amazing holographic shades.
PS: If you really can’t decide or you are worried that the color just won’t work or your run out of time to choose, go with your basic French Tips.. white tips with a natural nail color polish..
PSS: If you were wondering why not pink choices? I don’t wear pink nail polish so it was really tough to think of any.. but you know that colors from A Touch of Greecemight work for your little black dress.. humm or if you want to go super dark, check out here all the nail polishes colors we have to offer at Overall Beauty..
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what color would go well with silkver gown ?
Not knowing what the dress is for, I would go simple colors, like a nude pink like Tink Pink or Pink Champagne.. I would not wear a dark nail polish of any color. If you are wearing open toed shoes, red polish is good
the color for my wedding dress is( champagne).
I hope I was able to give you some ideas. If you do not want to go plain as in french tips, look for a very nice nude shade, with maybe a bit of shimmer to it.
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I love Essie nail colors so much. I love the Tink Pink better. It’s so elegant.
I am going to a pre wedding party and am wearing a bright blue dress, what color nail polish should I wear?
That depends on the company. Bright blue as in neon bright? What ever color it has to be one that doesn’t take away from the dress.. Red is always good for the toes if you are wearing open-toed shoes. You could go pale colors like Pink Champagne by BB Couture. Stay away from greens, yellows and oranges. You want a color that works with the dress. Not take away from it. Look at one that is the same shade of blue.. for your toes and nails. Or go nude colors. I would wear Pinks if it was my choice..
i am wearing a neutural colored dress to a friends birthday party and i dont know wearther to go colour pop or blend it with the dress
im wearing a bright green dress to a party
Are you looking for nail polish for your toes or nails? Your skin tone makes a different on a color choices.
Hi. I am wearing a medium green dress to homecoming. Its not emerald but almost. I have a medium skin tone, olive complexion. And the dress has silver and gold sequins and im wearing a nude/pewter shoe. What color nails? I really want something thts not french. Silver? Lavender/lilac? Or like a neutral or light coral pink? Thanks!
After thinking about this for a while I came up with a few ideas for you. Not seeing the dress itself I am only guessing here.. Do you want your nails to stand out? I would wear a Glitter Gal Holo in Silver.. or Light as a Feather. I think they would help the silver in your dress stand out. And both colors can be worn by just about anyone. But that is just a silver color idea. If you don’t then I think a really soft silver would work. Nothing loud or with glitter. That would take away from the dress.
You said something about maybe a lavender color? I would go light.. again not knowing for sure what color green the dress is because I haven’t seen it.. I think a soft peachy coral shade of nail polish would be nice too.. Like Pale Poppy by BB Couture but you may want to go lighter than that.
Whatever you do, don’t wear red nail polish!! Then you are going to be looking like a Christmas tree! lol
i’m wearing this dress http://www.bankfashion.co.uk/product/lipsy-jewel-one-shoulder-dress/63790/
for my school formal i have a medium skin tone what color nail polish should i wear? and i have no idea how to wear my hair either (its very long and brown)
It took me a bit looking at the dress but I came up with a few ideas for you. On your hair I would curl it so its flows around your face. Maybe pull a bit back in a clip with looks of pretty curls. On your nails I got a great ideas for you! Being I offer more than one brand of polish I look through them all to help you decide what you think works. From Glitter Gal , I think Copper 3D Holo, Frappe 3D Holographic or Suede 3D would be amazing! Show off your sense of style with a touch of being a bit different. Not knowing your length of nails I picked colors that would work for any length. From Cult Nails I think Cruisin Nude.. From BB Couture I think Candy Lace, Animal Instinct, Diamond Dust, Cosmopolitan and Butt-Naked Bronze.
i’m wearing a strapless dress the top half is black and the bottom half is cheetah print, i’m wearing black stilletoes open toed, what color nail polish should i wear? hands and feeet…..
I would wear either a nude shade that matches the lighter brown of the cheetah print, to work with your outfit.. or red..
Hi so im wearing a red dress wiith red shoes annd I am not sure whatt color nail to have do you hhave any suggestions ?
That can be a tough question to answer but here goes.. depending on the red, I would go with a neutral color.. you don’t want to take away from the dress right? Have you look into Silver maybe or something like a super dark ruby red? I love dark colors so I would recommend Ruby Ruin by BB Couture because its a red-black. Or neutral, I would check out Crusin Nude.. Silver I would for sure go with Silver Holo by Glitter Gal.. if you want to wear a real awesome red? Code Red Holo by Glitter Gal.. All can be found here: Overall Beauty loves Nail Polish!
Hi. I’m wearing a bright red gown to my Prom and my skin tone is fair. I’ll also be sporting black heels and clutch. My desired lipstick color is nude so I don’t think that nail polish choice would be good for my look.
Please give suggestions on what nail polish color should I wear. Thanks
I am only guessing that if you are going with nude lips that your eyes are smoky? Depending on how bright.. I would stay away from silver on your nails due to being fair. I am fair and its too hard to find the right one. You could go with with a super dark red nail polish on your nails like Black Widow (brand new by BB Couture) Or Napa Valley Red both have red in them. Wearing black nail polish on your toes might be fun.. Neutral colors are good as well.. But I think you want something maybe a bet more flashy? I am not sure pink would work due to the fact your dress is a bright red.. Unless you was going to wear a holographic pink.. Then I would go with Flawless Pink by Glitter Gal.. I do hope I was able to at least give you some ideas..
Hi! I’m wearing this dress http://oi40.tinypic.com/14nmdte.jpg to a wedding during the day. My skin is pale. My question is which nail polish colors would go well with that dress? I was thinking of a pale pink but I’m wearing the dress with pearly shoes and clutch, so I don’t know if it would look good. Also my toes won’t be visible so I’ll only need to know for my hand nails
Thanks! Its a lot easier to help someone when they show me what they are going to be wearing. I am pale as well. If you are thinking of wearing a pale pink, don’t go too pale because it will wash out your skin and will make your hands look old. French manicures are usually the easiest choice. If you are going to wear a pink polish I would go with something like Baby Pink Sparkle those are my nails
. I was thinking that with a pearly clutch you might want your nails to stand out a little. Or Pink Champagne is nice because it has no glitter in it. Here is a link to all the pinks I offer.. see if any of those work Pink Link
I think the best pink would be a pink that isn’t sheer, has a bit of shimmer or glitter to it. Not too crazy.. So it works with your clutch and shoes..
Thanks for such a quick answer! I actually have a pink nail polish with glitter. Also, what would you think of black nail polish? I know it’s the other extreme and being myself pale it could look a little bit gothic but it’s a nice contrast with the clutch I’m wearing…I’m still undecided
No a problem!! I love helping.. I agree it would be a great contrast. It comes down to do you want your nails noticed? Now on black nail polish, don’t wear a matte.. it won’t work for this.. I would wear a black holo to be honest if was going to wear a black.. but it might be too harsh so I would go with a more silver gray black.. Something that isn’t a flat black.. I love wearing dark nail polish anyway.. a good choice I think would be by Zoya.. Cynthia is really awesome dark almost black..
Oh and if you not sure about just wearing a black nail polish there are some really awesome top coat like polishes you can put over it.. Nostalgic Nail Lacquer is awesome because they add something to your dark polish.
Or my personal favorite is by Glitter Gal.. Black Holo but don’t go too silver black it doesn’t look good on pale skin.. Dying Time is a great dark almost black gray.. Oh and I’m not sure where you are, but I do happen to ship overseas..
Thanks for all the tips! I’ll definitely have them in mind
Not a problem! Let me know what you decide ok? It would be great to hear about.. That is a awesome color dress by the way
Hi! I finally wore a black, glittery nail polish, kinda like Chanel steel. It looked really good with the whole outfit, so thank you for your advice.
For some reason I can’t reply to your last comment so I replied here
Oh wow that is so freaking awesome to hear!! I am glad that I was able to help even if it was just to give you some ideas..
HI. im wearing a short black dress with gold lace and sparkly heels to prom. my skin is a medium tan. i wasn’t sure what color nail polish to use. i didn’t want too many sparkles haha what do you think?
When you mean sparkles you are talking about glitter correct? You don’t want to take away from your shoes by wearing sparkly nail polish? On your nails or toes? Why not see if you can find a nail polish color that matches the gold in your dress? It won’t take away from the outfit.
thanks. i actually ended wearing a light light pink like nude and it worked pretty well
Hey, this Friday I am going to my cousins 15 birthday party a Quinceanera. Its formal to semi-formal. I will be wearing a mid thigh length lace dress. Its one shoulder and in the color Byzantium (a dark purple). My skin tone is a medium tan. I hope you answer quickly also I was considering wearing a thin yellow bow belt around my waist, i’m not sure if its a good idea or not. I would love your opinion
I think if the dress looks amazing on its own, I don’t think you would need to add anything to it. Unless you want your waist to be shown off, then add the belt. I would not wear it because it would take away from the dress. The idea when wearing a dress to a semi-formal is you don’t want anything that stops the eyes when they look at you. Like something is out of place but you can’t quite tell what it is?? You want your look to flow.. from top to bottom with nothing to stop the eyes. I would go without the yellow belt because it would stop the eyes from looking at all of you. The eyes would stop at the belt, and not really see how beautiful you look over all. Make any sense?
Hi I’m wearing a red dress to my engagement with black shoes and black stocking ( the light see through black) what colour nail polish would go?
Do you think a electric blue would go? Please reply back ASAP
I would go with a red polish that matches your dress. Blue would show up way too bright in black stockings
Hi, I am wearing a one strap GOLD SEQUENCE short dress to a black tie gala. My shoes are nude to not take away from the dress. What color nail polish should I wear?
What color is your purse? If I was going to be wearing a gold sequence dress then I would be carrying either gold or black. I would wear nail polish that matches the color of the dress, or the purse if its gold. Have you looked into gold nail polish that is the same shade as your dress but works with your skin tone? Being its a black tie gala and wearing a gold dress, do not wear any color that is harsh, like blacks, purples, blues etc. You want to wear a color that works the dress..
not take away from it. When picking a color, look at the dress and hold a color of polish up to it, do your eyes focus on the dress or do you see only the nail polish? Unless you are planning on making a statement, do not wear any color that will stand out and take away from the dress itself.
Thanks for the great advice! The dress was the center piece of the gala. I went with french nails and gold purse. I was fabulous!...lol
Awesome to hear!! I bet you look amazing
Thanks for coming back and letting me know.. I would of loved to seen the dress.. 
Hi.. i am going to the marine corps ball next week and im wearing a strapless silver(full sequin) gown and i dont know what to do with my nails.. im trying to stay away from the basic french tip. I also am wearing open toe silver heels. I have very pale skin and blonde hair(if that changes anything) (:
As someone who is blond I understand how tough it can be. Not sure, how long are your nails? You might try a simple pale pink.. or if you do the basic French Tip try a no-glitter silver instead of the usually white tips. Red is always good for the toes, stay away from a orange red, it makes our pale skin look yellow..
I am going for my school formal, and my dress is black. My heels are black as well, and my accessories are black and gold. My clutch, is a dullish gold. What colour nails do you think would suit best? Thanks.
You may find this a odd answer. Depending on the length of your nails. I would go black polish for your nails if your nails are short, and nude nails of they are long. Nude nails I mean wearing a nude shade of polish, not naked nails. The black nail polish not a matte shade, you want high glossy shiny black. The idea is not to take away from your dress. You don’t say if you have opened toed shoes or not so I can’t help with your toes.
Hi, I wanted to know what nail polish I should wear with a light blue bodycon dress and nude/tan shoes?
Usually it helps me if I know what the outfit was or or what the event would be. But its a light blue dress, why not stay within the shades of blue? Not too light because it would take away from the dress.. and one that works with tan shoes.. Check out Ball and Chain by BB Couture or Junk in the Trunk. both great basic shades of blue. Not knowing your skin tone both these blues work great on anyone.. thanks for asking, how that helps.
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This is my dress http://www.fashioncode.com.au/surf-blue-signature-essentials-dress-with-straps/
This event is my 18th birthday
What a beautiful dress! The best color I can think of, and I even asked a good friend’s 18 year old daughter.. work the dress..go with a teal, and maybe shimmer or glitter.. Now the best that I offer is Ariel’s Tale over Marine and if you wanted no shimmer than you are looking for a shade of polish like Marine. Let me know what you think.. I asked four different people I know, and two are polish creators (indie brands) and they all agreed.. we hope we helped.. Leave the toes nude..
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Thank you so much, this has helped me a lot! I cant wait to get dolled up for my birthday
Awesome!! Enjoy your party!!
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Iam trying to find out;what color I should color my nails with.
I am wearing a champagne dress for my wedding.
Thank u very much
Hi! Thank you for more information to work with. Do you have a photo of your dress or an example of the color? First thing you really need to think of, do you want your nails to stand out in the photos? Meaning if you are wearing a color that is trendy now but in a year or so be old news, do you want that color to be what see first in your photos? Getting married is such an important date and your photos will be around for a very long time
What might be the best way to go being its a champagne shade and its your wedding, keep it very simple. I would wear french tips with maybe a simple flower design on your ring finger. If possible try getting french tips that are close to the same shade as your dress. You can get nail art decals that are white to help show off the beauty of your new wedding ring.
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Hi! I’m wearing a red strapless dress and silver sparkly shoes for prom. What would be a good combination for nails and toenails? I’ve been thinking for a long time and can’t come up with anything that fits. Thanks so much!!
Wow sounds like a beautiful combo there! Have you ever thought of just going with a dark rich berry red? Or maybe a pinky red? Depending on your skin tone.. there are two that I can think of that may work.. For pinky red go with Selene Napa Valley Red.. the reason why I saw Napa Valley Red is because it has sparkle and its a rich berry red that just about anyone could wear. Work with the red of your dress.. Any red that matches your dress will work with your shoes. But not seeing your dress I am just guessing if these two colors will work or not. If you like dark polish? Go with Dark Tommy.. its a black red that rocks short nails! And would look awesome on toes too! I hope this helps!
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I love both the dark red colors with my dress!! The light pink color is gorgeous though, and I could totally see myself wearing it on a summer-y day. This helped so much!! Thank you!!
OH wow awesome!! Glad I could help! Have fun at the prom!
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Hi, I’m wearing a Marilyn Monroe-inspired dress to prom next weekend. It’s a white-lace dress with a halter top. It’s around knee length. My date wanted to do a black-and-white thing, so he’s wearing a traditional tux and I’m wearing the white dress, silver shoes and earrings, and the corsage is going to be black white & silver. I want to do a pop of color with my nails but I’m not sure what color to go with! Please help!! Thanks (:
OH wow sounds pretty
OH my gosh you are going to wear a Marilyn Monroe style dress? Like the one in her famous photo over the vent with it blowing up? If that is your dress, why not red? A deep berry red.. Like Pianos Filled With Flames red.. or Napa Valley Red or a bit brighter go O’Hara red.. Quench red.. The idea is you want a red that Marilyn Monroe would wear.. 
Hope it helps!
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Okay thanks! But I found out that my date was gonna add some light pink petals to the corsage because he knew I wanted a touch of color.. So should I paint my nails the color of the pink petals?
Yeah that is a good idea! That way you are working with what you are wearing. the little touch of pink on your nails would be a lovely add on. Don’t go too dark.. try to match the pink petals as closely as you can.
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Okay, thank you ! (:
What color of nails design should I do for my nails and toe nails
My color dress is coral
What are you wearing the dress to? A wedding, black tie event, prom, date? That would be a great help if you could let me know that as well. What color coral? Light coral? Dark coral? With or without a design? Thanks!!
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I’m wearing a pink floral dress to my 8th grade graduation. I know what I’m wearing for my nails, but I always do a different color on my ring finger. I’m not sure what to do for that, any color suggestions? The dress has light blue and purple in the print. Thanks!
oh, it also has a silver belt and I’m wearing silvery flats with it.
What are you wearing on your nails over all? Are you working with the dress? It would help if I knew what color you were wearing first.. then I could help come up with some ideas for your ring finger. Thanks!
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Sorry, forgot that part! I’m wearing a hot pink all over my nails.
Oh and the dress is blue? Why go with a blue then? Something that is bright and maybe has glitter in it? That would be cool I think.. Or you can paint all your nails Hot Pink and wear glitter over just the ring fingers like I made the Path by Crowstoes or maybe Jumping Jellyfish by Sea Lore that would work over a blue.. AS ideas..
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