The Essie Wedding Collection isn't just for brides and OPI's new collection New York City Ballet isn't just for ballerinas. The two polish assemblies feature a handful of pastel shades that make perfect neutrals for sunny summers.

Good Housekeeping's June 2012 issue said: "At last, new nail hues that aren't garishly bright or vampy and dark. They feature pretty pastels with more punch than standard neutrals."

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