Essie Weingarten founded her namesake nail polish company 40 years ago with 12 unusual colors—six of which are still a part of the brand's collection. Thanks to endorsements from celebrities like Joan Rivers (she loved Jelly Apple red) and influencers like the Queen of England (Ballet Slippers pink is her favorite hue), the brand became an instant classic. We love Forever Yummy, one of Essie's best-selling red nail polishes, for its high shine and brilliant shade.