Embrace the beauty of fall with a manicure that reflects the season’s rich colors and styles. From cozy, warm hues to intricate patterns, fall nail designs offer endless inspiration. This guide will walk you through some of the most stunning fall nail ideas, complete with tips and tricks for creating them at home. Whether you prefer short nails, acrylics, or the chic almond shape, you’ll find plenty of inspiration here for your next autumn manicure.
Warm Neutrals: Mixed Beige and Brown Almond Nails
This nail design features a mix of beige and brown shades with a fun twist — leopard print accents. The almond shape adds elegance, while the variety of colors and patterns keep it playful and interesting. This look is perfect for those who love experimenting with different styles.
Consumables:
- Beige nail polish: OPI’s “Samoan Sand”
- Brown nail polish: Essie’s “Mink Muffs”
- White nail polish: OPI’s “Alpine Snow”
- Black nail polish: Essie’s “Licorice”
- Nail art brush for leopard print
- Clear top coat: Sally Hansen’s “Insta-Dri”
How to Create:
- Apply a base coat.
- Paint nails with alternating beige, brown, and white polishes.
- Use a nail art brush to create leopard print accents with black polish.
- Finish with a clear top coat to seal the design.
Enchanted Forest: Green Glitter and Textured Nails
These nails capture the essence of a mystical forest with a blend of green glitter, solid green, and textured patterns. The combination of different finishes and textures adds depth and interest, making this design perfect for the fall season.
Consumables:
- Dark green nail polish: OPI’s “Here Today… Aragon Tomorrow”
- Green glitter polish: Zoya’s “Ivanka”
- Textured green polish: China Glaze’s “Don’t Let the Dead Bite”
- Clear top coat: Essie’s “Good To Go”
How to Create:
- Apply a base coat.
- Paint nails with alternating dark green, green glitter, and textured green polishes.
- Apply a clear top coat to seal and protect the design.
Frosty Fall: Brown to Gray Ombre Coffin Nails
These ombre nails transition from a warm brown to a cool gray, creating a frosty effect perfect for the later fall months. The coffin shape adds a modern twist, while the subtle gradient makes this design versatile and stylish.
Consumables:
- Brown nail polish: OPI’s “You Don’t Know Jacques!”
- Gray nail polish: Essie’s “Chinchilly”
- Sponge for blending
- Clear top coat: Butter London’s “Hardwear Shine UV Topcoat”
How to Create:
- Apply a base coat.
- Dab brown and gray polishes onto a sponge.
- Gently press the sponge onto each nail to create the ombre effect.
- Repeat until the desired opacity is achieved.
- Seal with a clear top coat.
Classic Elegance: Pink and White Ombre Coffin Nails
These pink and white ombre nails offer a fresh, elegant look for fall. The gradient effect is subtle yet striking, transitioning seamlessly from a natural base to soft pink tips. This design is perfect for those who prefer a more understated, chic manicure.
Consumables:
- Light pink nail polish: OPI’s “Bubble Bath”
- White nail polish: Essie’s “Blanc”
- Sponge for blending
- Clear top coat: Seche Vite’s “Dry Fast Top Coat”
How to Create:
- Apply a base coat.
- Dab light pink and white polishes onto a sponge.
- Gently press the sponge onto each nail to create the ombre effect.
- Repeat until the desired opacity is achieved.
- Finish with a clear top coat.
Woodland Whimsy: Fox and Forest Nails
Celebrate the playful side of fall with these adorable fox and forest-themed nails. The design features intricate hand-painted foxes and trees on a nude base, complemented by solid green nails. This whimsical manicure is perfect for nature lovers and adds a touch of fun to your fall look.
Consumables:
- Nude nail polish: OPI’s “Samoan Sand”
- Green nail polish: Essie’s “Mojito Madness”
- Various colors for the fox design (orange, white, black)
- Fine nail art brush for details
- Clear top coat: Seche Vite’s “Dry Fast Top Coat”
How to Create:
- Apply a base coat.
- Paint nails with alternating nude and green polishes.
- Use a fine nail art brush to paint foxes and forest designs on the nude nails.
- Finish with a clear top coat to protect the artwork.
Nature’s Palette: Green and Copper Leaf Nails
These nails blend the natural beauty of green polish with the luxe touch of copper leaf accents. The combination of earthy tones and metallic highlights creates a stunning autumn manicure that’s perfect for any occasion. The balance between the solid green nails and the clear ones with copper leaf gives a dynamic and sophisticated look.
Consumables:
- Green nail polish: OPI’s “Stay Off the Lawn!”
- Copper leaf flakes
- Clear base coat: Essie’s “All In One”
- Clear top coat: Sally Hansen’s “Insta-Dri”
How to Create:
- Apply a clear base coat to all nails.
- Paint alternating nails with green polish and leave the rest clear.
- Apply copper leaf flakes to the clear nails while the base coat is still tacky.
- Seal all nails with a clear top coat to secure the design and add shine.
Sparkling Burgundy: Glitter Short Square Nails
For a touch of glamour, these short square nails feature a rich burgundy base adorned with glitter. The depth of the burgundy paired with the sparkle makes this a stunning choice for fall, perfect for both day and night.
Photo credit by: @polish_holics
Consumables:
- Burgundy nail polish: Essie’s “Bordeaux”
- Burgundy glitter polish: China Glaze’s “Ruby Pumps”
- Clear top coat: Seche Vite’s “Dry Fast Top Coat”
How to Create:
- Apply a base coat.
- Paint nails with two coats of burgundy polish.
- Apply a coat of burgundy glitter polish.
- Finish with a clear top coat to add extra shine and protection.
Multicolor Fall Hues: Mixed Shades Almond Nails
This design embraces a variety of fall hues, from earthy browns to vibrant oranges and cool grays. Each nail is painted a different color, creating a harmonious yet eye-catching look. The almond shape adds a touch of elegance to this playful manicure.
Photo credit by: @alexb.balester
Consumables:
- Brown nail polish: Zoya’s “Louise”
- Orange nail polish: OPI’s “It’s a Piazza Cake”
- Gray nail polish: Essie’s “Chinchilly”
- White nail polish: OPI’s “Alpine Snow”
- Clear top coat: Butter London’s “Hardwear Shine UV Topcoat”
How to Create:
- Apply a base coat.
- Paint each nail a different color.
- Apply a clear top coat to seal and protect the design.
Classic Red: Deep Red French Tips
These nails feature a classic deep red French tip design with a modern twist. The sharp, clean lines and bold color make this manicure a timeless choice for fall. The deep red paired with the natural nail color creates a striking contrast.
Photo credit by: @verosnaillab
Consumables:
- Deep red nail polish: OPI’s “Big Apple Red”
- Clear base coat: Essie’s “First Base”
- Clear top coat: Seche Vite’s “Dry Fast Top Coat”
How to Create:
- Apply a clear base coat.
- Paint deep red French tips on each nail.
- Finish with a clear top coat for a glossy finish.
Autumn Leaves: Festive Fall Nail Art
This design captures the essence of fall with intricate leaf patterns and a mix of warm autumn colors. The combination of glitter, solid colors, and detailed artwork makes these nails a festive and eye-catching choice for the season.
Photo credit by: @susansay_offical
Consumables:
- Orange nail polish: OPI’s “A Good Man-darin is Hard to Find”
- Nude nail polish: Essie’s “Sand Tropez”
- Gold glitter polish: Orly’s “Luxe”
- Nail art brush for leaf patterns
- Clear top coat: Sally Hansen’s “Insta-Dri”
How to Create:
- Apply a base coat.
- Paint nails with a mix of nude and orange polish.
- Use a nail art brush to create leaf patterns with gold glitter polish.
- Finish with a clear top coat to secure the design.
Subtle Elegance: Nude and Brown Coffin Nails with Glitter
These coffin nails feature a sophisticated palette of nude and brown tones, enhanced with a touch of glitter. The combination of solid colors and glitter stripes creates a balanced and elegant design perfect for fall. This manicure is both understated and glamorous, making it a versatile choice for any occasion.
Photo credit by: @minea.nails
Consumables:
- Nude nail polish: Essie’s “Topless & Barefoot”
- Brown nail polish: OPI’s “Chocolate Moose”
- Silver glitter polish: China Glaze’s “Glistening Snow”
- Fine nail art brush
- Clear top coat: Seche Vite’s “Dry Fast Top Coat”
How to Create:
- Apply a base coat.
- Paint nails with alternating nude and brown polishes.
- Use a fine nail art brush to apply glitter stripes on selected nails.
- Seal with a clear top coat to secure the design and add shine.
Sophisticated Florals: Matte Plum and Floral Accent Nails
These nails combine a matte plum base with intricate floral accents, creating a sophisticated and elegant look. The matte finish adds a modern touch, while the detailed flowers bring a hint of classic beauty, making this design perfect for any fall occasion.
Photo credit by: @project_paznokcie
Consumables:
- Plum matte nail polish: OPI’s “Lincoln Park After Dark”
- Nude nail polish for base: Essie’s “Ballet Slippers”
- Various colors for floral designs (pink, orange, brown)
- Fine nail art brush for details
- Matte top coat: Zoya’s “Matte Velvet Topcoat”
How to Create:
- Apply a base coat.
- Paint nails with alternating plum matte and nude polishes.
- Use a fine nail art brush to paint floral designs on the nude nails.
- Seal the design with a matte top coat.
Geometric Grays: Matte and Glossy Gray Nails
This design features a mix of matte and glossy gray nails with geometric patterns, creating a sleek and modern look. The combination of different finishes and clean lines makes this design both stylish and versatile, perfect for the fall season.
Photo credit by: @azurebeauty_official
Consumables:
- Matte gray nail polish: Essie’s “Power Clutch”
- Glossy gray nail polish: OPI’s “Suzi Takes the Wheel”
- Fine nail art brush for geometric patterns
- Clear top coat: Butter London’s “Hardwear Shine UV Topcoat”
How to Create:
- Apply a base coat.
- Paint nails with alternating matte and glossy gray polishes.
- Use a fine nail art brush to paint geometric patterns on selected nails.
- Finish with a clear top coat to protect the design.
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