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Call it the Goldilocks season!

Selena Gomez appears on the red carpet in a red rosette dress and loose waves.

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When such manicure malaise hits, there’s only one color to bridge that gap: classic red.

It’s a little ’50s retro given the shape and the candy-coated scarlet colorand a lot glamorous.

For a similar color, try Best of Beauty-winningSally Hansen Insta-Dri Nail Polish in Augmented Red-ality.

Cardi B poses in the mirror wearing a bright red manicure and matching red bra.

Cardi B

This is the kind of red you’ll wear forever.

When in doubt, go red!

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Selena Gomez takes a photo in the mirror with Benny Blanco. She has red nails.

Selena Gomez

Jenna Ortega poses in a nude and black dress with a deep red manicure.

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