Considering that the cold weather forces us to bury our ensembles under layers of coats, hats, and scarves, perhaps we can turn our attention to another detail: nails. With the bright colors of spring and summer behind us, let us embrace the dark and chic colors this winter. There is a fresh selection of stylish hues, including new neutrals, purples, reds, and metallics. With the new year right around the corner, this is the season to live a little dangerously and flaunt a new attitude, so head to your favorite nail salon and start today! Here are a few of my top picks, after the jump.

Above: Metallic: Dior Nail Polish in Black Sequins, $21.

New Neutral: Essie Nail Polish in Merino Cool, $8.

Purple: YSL Nail Polish in Belle de Nuit, $30 for the set of two.

Red: Chanel Nail Polish in Dragon, $23.