OPI’s Most Requested Collection Brings Back 7 Archive Nail Colors

OPI’s Most Requested Collection makes a case for returning to the shades people remember wearing. Seven archive colors, originally released between 1997 and 2012, come back alongside five new shades. The mix moves from glossy, deep reds and purples to soft pinks and wearable neutrals, giving the collection both nostalgic pull and plenty of options for a current manicure.

The returning lineup has range beyond its throwback appeal. There are dark shades with dimension, a bright fuchsia with gold-flecked sparkle and a caramel-and-cream combination. For anyone who likes a manicure to shift with the season or outfit, these colors offer several distinct moods without asking you to leave OPI’s familiar polish palette behind.

Seven shades from the archive

Every Month Is Oktoberfest first appeared in 2012. Its vampy purple sits in the deeper end of the collection, with a bold look suited to a one-color manicure when you want the nails to carry the visual weight. It also works as a seasonal alternative to a classic red.

Lincoln Park at Midnight dates to 2006 and brings shimmer to OPI’s famous black-purple family. The source describes it as a shimmery counterpart to Lincoln Park After Dark. That finish gives the near-black shade a little more light-catching detail than a flat, inky color, while keeping its dramatic feel intact.

For a brighter option, It’s All Greek to Me pairs fuchsia with a hint of gold-flecked sparkle. Released in 2004, it has the kind of vivid, celebratory finish that can lift a simple outfit. Wear it across every nail for maximum color, or use it as an accent beside a quieter pink or neutral.

Mod About You Pastel, from 2008, is described as the “milkier sister” to Mod About You. The comparison points to a softer, pastel take on that established pink. It’s an easy direction for readers who want a lighter manicure with more presence than a sheer wash.

The collection’s most unexpected pairing may be Route Beer Float, first released in 1997. Its “fizzy” combination of rich caramel brown and soft vanilla cream brings two warm tones together in one shade. The result sounds especially fitting for fall, though the creamy contrast can add interest whenever you’re reaching for brown polish.

Two more archive shades bring a classic evening mood. Vampire State Building is a burgundy first released in 2000, while Vodka & Caviar is a crimson from 2007. Both lean into rich, saturated color: burgundy for a dark, polished finish and crimson for a brighter red statement. Together, they show why deeper reds keep finding a place in manicure rotations.

Five new colors complete the edit

The newer shades give the collection a softer counterpoint to its richer archive colors. Berlin There, Doin’ That is described by the brand as “sleek, unbothered, and versatile.” That positioning makes it the collection’s adaptable choice, ready to sit neatly beside outfits with either warm or cool tones.

Throw Me a Wink is a blushy pink with a soft, familiar appeal. It gives the lineup a lighter option between sheer-looking neutrals and the stronger fuchsia of It’s All Greek to Me. For a warm peach direction, Suzi Take a Vow takes inspiration from Baby Take a Vow and is described as “just peachy.”

Rounding out the new colors are France-y Seeing You Here, a neutral mauve, and Don’t Over Ink It, a navy shimmer. The mauve offers a quieter, balanced color, while the navy adds depth with a reflective finish. That range makes the five additions feel like a considered companion to the returning classics.

For a low-key look, start with one of the pinks or the neutral mauve. When you want stronger color, the archive burgundy, crimson and purple shades make the statement; the fuchsia and navy shimmer bring extra sparkle or contrast. The Most Requested Collection’s appeal lies in that mix: familiar OPI favorites return, but the full lineup leaves room to find a shade that feels fresh on your hands now.