Introduction

Yury Shirokov/Dreamstime.com

A few years ago, wild nail polish colors seemed to be a passing trend. But now, as is obvious at the office, as well as on the street, it's become mainstream for non-fashionistas of all ages to wear colors other than the classic reds and pinks.

Why did it take so long for nail polish choices to catch up with the color palette of, say, L.L. Bean sweaters? What has changed?