In a Cosmopolitan reader poll for “His Picks,” 80% of the respondents reported that it’s obvious when their girlfriend could use a pedicure.

But on a lighter note, crackle polishes are teeming at the shelves and salons with these texturized lacquers. Try OPI’s Silver Shatter for a date night over a navy blue, or for a day at the office Cosmo recommends Essie Nail Color in Nice is Nice overlayed with China Glaze Crackle in Fault Line.

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