I'm Calling It: This Shade of Green Is the Most Elevated Nail Colour
If you're looking for a chic nail colour this winter, you simply can't go wrong with olive green. Here's the proof.
If there's one thing I'm excited about right now, it's the influx of elevated, expensive-looking nail colours. From chic brown nail polish shades to deep burgundy finishes, we're spoilt for choice when it comes to rich, luxe-looking hues. However, if you're a little bored with these classic shades, then I think I have just the nail colour for you. Say hello to olive green.
That's right, not only do olives make a delicious snack, but they happen to make a pretty chic nail colour, too. Offering a little more zest than sage, a softer finish than forest green and a punchy alternative to mint, trust me, this muted green is the fastest way to let people know, "I don't follow nail trends, I create them."
Don't just take my word for it, though, as I've been seeing lots of fashionable ladies on my Instagram feed opting for this nail colour for autumn, winter and beyond. So, if you're as excited as me to give this colour a go on my next visit to the nail salon, and if you're looking for some inspiration, then keep on scrolling for some of my favourite olive green nail looks. Trust me, they are not to be missed...
Olive Green Nail Trend Inspiration
1. Easy Olive
Such a classic, timeless look.
2. Dark and Moody
I love how this colour perfectly compliments the tones in this autumnal outfit.
3. Olive Tips
Don't want a full olive green mani? Opt for French tips instead.
4. Green Dream
Such a stunning shade.
5. Olive Nail Art
Okay, this is officially the coolest manicure I have ever seen. Forget the olive green colour and go all out with olive nail art instead.
6. Extra Dirty
A glossy finish makes this shade stand out.
7. Power Pedi
Yes that's right, olive green also makes a great pedicure colour.
8. Soft Swirls
I love this fun nail art.
9. Team Green
So elevated.
10. Cool Combo
Burnt orange and olive green might just be my new favourite colour combo.
11. Go Bright
Olive tones needn't only be dark and moody, this brighter take offers a fresh feel.
12. Subtle Shine
A chrome top coat makes olive nails party-ready.
13. Molton Metal
Gold details add interest to a block coloured nail look.
The Best Olive Green Nail Polishes

Grace Lindsay is the junior beauty editor at Who What Wear UK. At the age of 18 she decided to train as a makeup artist before going on to study english and media at Goldsmiths University. It was during that time that she explored her love for journalism by interning at a small beauty start-up based in Shoreditch. Since then, she has worked at a number of publications including Marie Claire and Hello!, where her love for all things beauty continued to grow.
As Who What Wear UK's junior beauty editor, she covers everything from the latest hair trends to the stand-out makeup products of the season.