I was watching the Today Show last week and was thrilled to see every blogger’s favorite blogger, Emily Schuman of Cupcakes & Cashmere, presenting her top five picks for summer. The loose denim shirt and paint-your-own costume brooches were fun and cute, but my favorite moment was the orange nail polish. And how much there is! And how exciting it is to think that there is a nail trend going on that you don’t have to be a millionaire or a beauty genius to work! I’m in.

Coral had its big moment last summer, but Schuman insists you can wear it in place of orange if you’re not quite ready to take the plunge. This product junkie is all about the orange crush angle though, and ready to explore the different varieties out there. If you check out her blog this week, you’ll see Lauren is sporting Essie’s “Fear or Desire,” an almost pearlescent creamsicle orange that will work on your skin tone, whether you think so or not.

Here are some of my other faves:

Neon EVERYTHING is in right now. Why not work the orange nail trend and the neon thing at once? This polish is an excellent choice for a beach vacation or for toes that peek out of cute little sandals. American Apparel neon orange polish, $6, americanapparel.net

Bright just right. Dior Vernis keeps it classy in a bright coral-orange that will spark millions of compliments. $23, sephora.com

Flashy and sassy but more pumpkin than tangerine, this opaque choice from Essie is ready for summer fun. $8, beauty.com