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Sometimes it’s good to go back to basics – neon shades and intricate nail art are so much fun, but you can’t beat a classic red polish for vampy, feminine chic. Rococo has launched two new reds for Summer 2013 – the darker berry-coloured Poison and Once Bitten, a true cheery toffee apple red with the glossiest, shiniest finish imaginable.

And the reason this red feels contemporary rather than retro is the formulation, which is super sheer yet highly pigmented – perfect for an intense pop of colour on fingers and toes to stand out against your tan.

Rococo Nail Polish in Once Bitten, £12 at Look Fantastic