Shades of Gray

Chanel Spring 2010

By Zoe Schaeffer The collection that started it all. Click through for the trend's greatest hits and the prettiest polishes to get the look. SHOP NOW: Chanel Le Vernis in Particuliere #505, $23

Marc Jacobs Fall 2010

At Marc Jacobs, manicurists mixed five polishes to yield the perfect tint. “Each model was assigned a shade that would perfectly accessorize her look,” says Jan Arnold of CND, who created the backstage hues.

Gwyneth Paltrow

At Madrid Fashion Week, the always-turned-out star looked completely refined in her asymmetric dress and manicured taupe fingers. We love her neutral makeup, too.

Commander in Chic

This rich hue has a purple tinge that will pair perfectly with next fall’s woodsy-toned plaids. SHOP NOW: Sally Hansen Commander in Chic, $7

Sandra Bullock

Sandy may have gotten loads of accolades this year (including Best Actress at the Golden Globes), but we were also quite taken with her mushroom polish. A perfect balance to the brightness of her gown. RELATED ON WONDERWALL: Sandra's Style Profile

Over the Taupe

A caramel shade looks great on warmer skin tones. Try pairing it with gold jewelry for an extra kick. SHOP NOW: OPI Over the Taupe, $5

Demi Moore

Demi "nailed" the trend at the Oscars, pairing her taupe talons with her flesh-toned, ruffled Versace. For once, we support the “matchy-matchy” approach. RELATED ON WONDERWALL: Demi's Style Profile

Politically Primed

If you prefer something on the lighter side of the trend, we love this shade. And apparently others do, too. It's all our friends are talking about. SHOP NOW: Essie Chinchilly, $8

Rachel Bilson

Is there any style moment that Rachel Bilson isn't spot on about? Look how great her neutral nails look with her pale, cut-out dress. Love, love, love.

Mink Muffs

Vampier than the others, this shade is less restrained and has more of an edge.

SHOP NOW: Essie Mink Muffs, $8