Bright and dark shades make rare (if any) appearances on Kate Middleton's nails. The duchess steers clear of any color that isn't a light nude shade or clear polish, much like the rest of the royal family. "There's no actual protocol about dark nail polish... It's simply about being appropriate," royal correspondent Omid Scobie told Harper's Bazaar in 2018.
The queen has famously worn Essie's Ballet Slippers on her nails, according to Insider, and Kate also opts for similar shades. Her manicurist Marina Sandoval revealed to the Daily Mail that the duchess wore a blend of Bourjois Rose Lounge and Essie's nail polish in Allure ($8) for her wedding day (as seen in the above photo). Kate seems to wear a comparable palette of nudes in her everyday looks, too. So, a blend of clear polishes, light baby pink hues and possibly a touch of mauve pink may be an ideal "Middleton look." While the Bourjois Rose Lounge isn't to be found anywhere, the similar Shade 27 from the brand is still around for $11.
Either way, the royal nails are affordable and trend resistant — perfect for classic, timeless inspiration.
