Real Simple magazine suggests sophisticated lavender nails of different hues and a polish accelerator for a quick, mess-free dry. In its April issue, the magazine says this of each color:

  • Orly's Sweet Lollipop has an opaque finish.
  • OPI's Pandamonium Pink is way cooler than sheer pink.
  • YSL's La Laque #143 Mauve Silk: layer on for intensity.
  • American Apparel's Dynasty is great on darker skin tones.

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