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Daisy DND Gel Polish Colors: Complete Guide

DND (Daisy Nail Designs) gel polish comes in three lines: DND Duo (white bottle, 500+ shades), DND DC (gold bottle, 300+ shades), and DND DIVA (square gold bottle, 288 shades). Combined, the brand offers 1,150+ gel polish colors spanning neutrals, pinks, reds, blues, purples, neons, glitters, and specialty finishes including mood-change and sheer formulas. All three lines are made in the USA, cure under LED (45 seconds per color coat) or UV (2 minutes), and last up to 3 weeks.   DND stands for Daisy Nail Designs, a Southern California nail brand that has become one of the most widely used professional gel systems in the US. Walk into nearly any nail salon and you'll see the DND swatch display. The brand's appeal is straightforward: an enormous color range, reliable formula, easy application, and pricing that makes professional-grade gel accessible. As one experienced nail tech on Tiktok put it: "DND - OG fave. Super affordable, lots of colors." With 1,150+ shades across three product lines, the dnd gel polish full collection can feel overwhelming if you don't know how it's organized. if you don't know how it's organized. This guide breaks it down, what each line offers, what the specialty collections bring, and which shades actually perform across every color family. The 3 DND Lines: What's the Difference? DND organizes its gel polish into three distinct lines, each with different bottle design, size, and color numbering: Line Bottle Shades Best For DND Duo White / Glass bottle 500+ classic shades Everyday salon staple. Broadest color range, most recognized DND DC Gold bottle 300+ premium shades Higher pigmentation, richer coverage: DC Mermaid, Platinum, Mood Change, Gel Ink sub-lines [Style Inspiration: Want more than just a shimmer? Master the magnetic trend with our Cat Eye Nails: Everything You Need to Know.] DND DIVA Square gold bottle 288 shades Trend-forward seasonal collections: Coquette, Mirrorball, First Class, and more All three lines are cross-compatible. DND, DC, and DIVA gel colors all work with the same base coat (#500 or #800) and top coat (#400, #600, #700, or #900). You're not locked into using only DND gel with DND base. Any combination works, but for a fast salon finish, we recommend pairing these colors with a dnd top coat no cleanse. Finishing Step: Ready to seal your color? Check the official DND Top Coat Cure Time for a perfect gloss. How to Tell the Lines Apart at a Glance White-coated bottle = DND Duo line (classic) Gold round bottle = DND DC line (premium) Gold square bottle = DND DIVA line (trend collections) Clear bottle = lacquer (air-dry only - does NOT go under a lamp) Series Overview: Looking for more on brand history and tech? See our The Complete Guide to DND Gel Polish. DND Gel Polish Color Families: What's Available Across all three lines, the Daisy DND color catalog covers every color family a salon or DIY user would need. Here's how the range breaks down by color family, with confirmed top shades in each: Neutrals & Nudes Neutrals are DND's most consistent best-sellers. They anchor the brand's reputation for everyday wearability. "DnD bare neutral is my go to!!!" - a sentiment repeated across the DND community. Top Shades Shade # Description Perfect Nude #867 Skin-toned nude that disappears into the nail, the clean polished look Bare Neutral #2345 Warm nude with slight pink undertone — described as OPI 'Put It In Neutral' dupe Snow Flake #448 Purest white — French tip standard, works for nail art base Ballet Pink #601 Soft nude baby pink - the most requested shade in the DND lineup Pinks Pink is DND's largest and most diverse color family. The full range runs from sheer milky pink through classic rose to bold neon.  Key entry points: Ballet Pink #601 (nude-pink, best-seller), Italian Pink #592 (cool rosy pink), Hot Pink #505 (neon bold), Summer Hot Pink #414 (jelly coral). Reds Reds are a core strength of the DND lineup. The brand offers true reds, berry reds, wine reds, and coral-reds at price points that make them viable for high-volume salon use. Top Shades Shade # Description Valentine Red #064 Classic true red from the DC line, consistently a top seller Ferrari Red #430 Bold saturated red, named for the Italian car brand's iconic hue Cherry Mocha #751 Deep reddish-brown with burgundy-plum depth, fall/winter staple Thai Chili Red #065 Warm red with slight orange edge, vivid and saturated Purples & Blues DND's purple and blue range covers soft lavender through deep navy and jewel tones. A color family that sees strong seasonal demand in fall and winter and steady year-round interest for bridal and special occasion nails. Top Shades Shade # Description Blue Violet #003 Cool violet with blue undertone, crisp and saturated Amethyst #021 Soft-medium purple, works across skin tones Crocus Lavender #026 Light lavender, spring staple, pairs well with nail art Great Smoky Mountain #572 Light lilac-purple, described as youthful and fresh Neutrals: Browns, Greens & Earthy Tones DND's earth tone range has expanded significantly — mocha, taupe, terracotta, and sage shades now sit alongside the classic nudes. These perform strongest in fall-winter and have grown consistently as the quiet luxury and clean girl aesthetics have dominated nail trends. Top Shades Shade # Description Walnut Brown #052 Rich warm brown - earthy and sophisticated Mud Oak #054 Deep neutral-brown with taupe pull - fall anchor shade Aurora Green #747 A lush emerald green with the perfect jelly-like texture Mint Green #034 Soft mint - spring seasonal staple, clean and fresh DND Specialty Collections: Beyond the Classics Within the DND, DC, and DIVA lines, several specialty sub-collections offer unique finishes and formulas that standard gel polish doesn't deliver: DND Sheer Collection A range of translucent, jelly-finish shades designed for minimal coverage with a glossy depth effect. Community response: "The DND sheer collection is my one and only." These are the shades behind the soap nail and jelly nail trends. Lower pigment = multiple coats needed, but the result is distinctly different from standard gel. DND DC Mermaid Collection Iridescent shimmer shades from the DC line — aquatic, multidimensional, and designed for effect. The Mermaid Collection's shimmery formulas deliver at most 2 coats for full effect and contain a variety of tones that shift in different light conditions. DND DC Platinum Collection Metallic and high-shine shades from the DC line — silver, gold, and chrome-adjacent finishes that provide a premium metallic effect without requiring separate chrome powder. Best for statement nails and holiday seasons. DND DIVA Trend Collections DIVA releases named seasonal collections — Coquette, Mirrorball, First Class, Happy Trails, Parallel Universe, and others — each with 36 shades organized around a theme or trend. These collections are where DND responds most directly to nail trends and social media aesthetics. Best for salons that rotate their color menus seasonally. Which DND Line Should You Start With? New to DND and building a first kit → DND Duo: broadest classic range, most salon-tested shades, easy to find. Want richer coverage + specialty finishes → DND DC: Mermaid, Platinum, Mood Change add depth to any collection. Following trends and seasonal aesthetics → DND DIVA: updated collections each season, ideal for TikTok-ready color menus. For high-volume salons → all three: stock DND Duo classics + DC specialty finishes + rotate DIVA seasonally. Top DND Colors by Season: Quick Reference Season Color Families Standout DND Shades Spring Pastels, soft pinks, light florals, sheer Ballet Pink #601 · Crocus Lavender DC #026 · Sheer Collection · DC Petal Pink Summer Neons, bright corals, bold pinks, jelly Hot Pink #505 · Summer Hot Pink #414 · Sheer Collection · DC Mermaid shimmer Fall Mocha, burgundy, earthy neutrals, wine red Cherry Mocha · Walnut Brown DC #052 · Valentine Red DC #064 · Mud Oak DC #054 Winter / Holiday Reds, jewel tones, DC Platinum metallics Valentine Red DC #064 · Ferrari Red · Blue Violet DC #003 · DC Platinum line Year-round Nudes, Ballet Pink, true whites Perfect Nude #867 · Bare Neutral · Ballet Pink #601 · Snow Flake white How to Read DND Color Numbers DND's numbering system can be confusing because each line has its own sequence: DND DC: Numbers often start with 'DC' or 3-digit codes specific to the DC system. Gold bottle. Format: DC #064, DC #003. DND DIVA: Numbered within each collection (e.g., DIVA #228 from the “I Have A Crush” collection). Square gold bottle. Duo sets: Come with matching gel + lacquer pairs. The bottle number refers to the gel; the matching lacquer in the clear bottle is the same color. When buying online at DTK Nail Supply, every DND product page shows the bottle line, shade number, and description - making it straightforward to identify exactly what you're ordering.