That's right. Don't get me wrong, I'm all for the creamy pastels and bright hues of summer, but around this time of year I just can't wait to put rich colors on my nails. Deep burgundys, ripe reds, pretty purples, burnished browns...agh, enough with the alliteration! Here are some of my favorites and some picks for great fall nail color:

Revlon Nail Enamel in Blackberry. You don't know how many times I've picked this up at the store thinking "wow, this is a really pretty color!" and then have come home to realize I already have two from other such revelations at the drugstore.


Lippmann Collection Nail Color in No More Drama
(sephora.com)


Essie #522, Sole Mate
(at salons and other select retailers)




Maybelline Express Finish Fast-Dry Nail Enamel in Raisin Run
(at drugstores everywhere)


OPI Nail Lacquer in Romeo & Joliet (and yes, you read that right, it's "Joliet"!)
(at salons and other select retailers - click here to find out where to buy OPI in your area)




Bourjois Paris Very Vernis Nail Enamel in Lacque Brune
(sephora.com)


Givenchy Vernis in Rouge Interdit
(at select retailers - go to givenchy.com to find locations near you)