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• You can get into the spirit of Thanksgiving without being too on the nose by sticking to the holiday’s neutral, cozy color palette.

• We recommend taking a table-to-nail approach—think mouthwatering cranberry, chocolate browns, and pumpkin orange.

Thanksgiving is the official kick-off to the holiday season. Whether you’re going to the annual family shindig or keeping it low-key with takeout and a festive movie marathon, a holiday-appropriate manicure will get you in the mood to celebrate. Instead of hitting it on the nose with turkey decals and whatnot, a polish shade inspired by the dining table itself will certainly do the trick. Dashes of cranberry, mocha brown, and even tinges of gold to contrast silverware are perfect for giving your holiday-inspired nail look an elevated touch. Rich pumpkin tones, warm espresso, and deep olive greens also capture that cozy, post-feast glow, making your nails feel just as seasonal as your favorite sweater. Whether you prefer a minimalist swipe of color or an intricate cat eye moment, there’s a look for you that can instantly set the tone for the day.

Craving some color? Below, we found every mouthwatering nail polish shade that even the pros are swiping on for the big holiday.

Meet the expert

• Sonya Belakhlef is a celebrity nail artist to stars like Charli XCX and Rosalía.

• Julia Kandalec is a celebrity nail artist to stars like Emily Blunt and Jessica Chastain.

• Sofiia Mazur is a professional nail artist and educator.

• Elizabeth Garcia is a celebrity nail artist to stars like Victoria Monét and Meghann Fahy.

Scrumptious Browns

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If there’s one thing we can all agree on (including Pantone and every nail artist we talked to for this list), it’s that brown is the color of the season, if not the year. From sheer taupes to rich espresso and everything in between, you can’t go wrong with a decadent shade of brown at your next Thanksgiving function. “Rich espresso brown brings a sense of warmth and sophistication that fits perfectly with the Thanksgiving palette,” says Sofiia Mazur, a professional nail artist and educator. “I’ve also been really into taupe brown lately, as it’s one of those shades that always looks clean and elegant without trying too hard. It has a soft, neutral tone that goes with everything.”