Autumn is the ideal season to try out fresh nail designs, especially with the deep, vibrant shades of purple. Whether you prefer dark plum or soft pastels, purple nails offer endless possibilities to match any style. In this guide, I’ll share some stunning nail designs perfect for fall, complete with detailed descriptions and expert tips. Get ready to be inspired by these beautiful purple nail ideas for the autumn season!
Matte Ombre Purple Nails
This purple fall nails design features a stunning matte ombre effect, transitioning from a deep purple at the base to a lighter shade at the tips. The matte finish gives a sophisticated and modern look, perfect for those who prefer a subtler, yet stylish manicure for the fall season.
Consumables:
- Base coat: Butter London Nail Foundation Priming Basecoat
- Dark purple polish: OPI ‘Lincoln Park After Dark’
- Light purple polish: Essie ‘Lilacism’
- Matte top coat: OPI Matte Top Coat
- Makeup sponge for blending
Hope Application Tips:
- Apply a base coat.
- Paint a stripe of OPI ‘Lincoln Park After Dark’ and Essie ‘Lilacism’ onto a makeup sponge, overlapping slightly in the middle.
- Dab the sponge onto your nails to create the ombre effect, repeating until the desired gradient is achieved.
- Finish with a OPI Matte Top Coat for a matte finish.
Bright Purple Nails
For those who prefer a vivid and bold manicure, these bright purple nails are a fantastic choice. The high-gloss finish and intense color make a strong statement, perfect for adding a pop of color to your fall wardrobe.
Consumables:
- Base coat: CND Stickey Anchoring Base Coat
- Bright purple polish: Essie ‘DJ Play That Song’
- Top coat: Sally Hansen Miracle Gel Top Coat
Home Application Tips:
- Start with a base coat.
- Apply two coats of Essie ‘DJ Play That Song’.
- Finish with Sally Hansen Miracle Gel Top Coat for a glossy finish.
Purple with Silver Foil Accent Nails
These purple fall nails feature a bold purple base with silver foil accents, creating a unique and eye-catching look. The combination of metallic elements with a rich purple hue makes these nails perfect for fall festivities.
Consumables:
- Base coat: Orly Bonder Base Coat
- Purple polish: Butter London ‘Molly Coddled’
- Silver foil: Kiara Sky Silver Nail Foil
- Top coat: Glisten & Glow Top Coat
Home Application Tips:
- Apply a base coat.
- Paint your nails with two coats of Butter London ‘Molly Coddled’.
- Apply Kiara Sky Silver Nail Foil using a nail adhesive.
- Seal with Glisten & Glow Top Coat.
Purple Glitter and Solid Nails
This purple fall nails design features a combination of solid purple nails and a glittery accent nail. The blend of solid and glitter finishes creates a dynamic and festive look perfect for the season. The acrylic nails showcase a vibrant purple shade with a sparkling touch on one finger, making it a versatile design for various occasions.
Consumables:
- Base coat: OPI Natural Nail Base Coat
- Solid purple polish: Essie ‘Play Date’
- Purple glitter polish: China Glaze ‘Fairy Dust’
- Top coat: Seche Vite Dry Fast Top Coat
Home Application Tips:
- Apply a base coat to your nails.
- Use Essie ‘Play Date’ for the solid purple nails.
- Apply China Glaze ‘Fairy Dust’ on the accent nail for a glitter effect.
- Seal the design with Seche Vite Dry Fast Top Coat.
Purple Foil Accent Nails
This design features a striking metallic purple polish paired with a clear base nail accented with purple foil and a simple black line. The combination of metallic and minimalist elements creates a bold and contemporary look, perfect for making a statement.
Consumables:
- Base coat: Orly Bonder Base Coat
- Metallic purple polish: Essie ‘For the Twill of It’
- Nail foil: Kiara Sky Purple Nail Foil
- Black nail art pen: Sally Hansen Nail Art Pen
- Top coat: Glisten & Glow Top Coat
Home Application Tips:
- Apply a base coat.
- Use Essie ‘For the Twill of It’ for the metallic nails.
- Apply Kiara Sky Purple Nail Foil on the clear base nails, adding a black line using the Sally Hansen Nail Art Pen.
- Seal with Glisten & Glow Top Coat.
Dark Purple with Gold Accent Nails
These nails feature a rich dark purple shade with a subtle gold accent, creating a luxurious and sophisticated look. The addition of a small gold charm on one nail adds an elegant touch, perfect for an upscale autumn manicure.
Consumables:
- Base coat: Deborah Lippmann Hard Rock Base Coat
- Dark purple polish: OPI ‘Lincoln Park After Dark’
- Gold charm: Born Pretty Gold Nail Charms
- Top coat: Essie Gel Couture Top Coat
Home Application Tips:
- Apply a base coat.
- Paint your nails with OPI ‘Lincoln Park After Dark’.
- Attach the Born Pretty Gold Nail Charms to one nail using a small amount of nail glue.
- Seal the design with Essie Gel Couture Top Coat.
Purple and White Leaf Accent Nails
These nails feature a vibrant purple base combined with a white accent nail adorned with black leaf designs. This art design brings a natural element into the mix, making it perfect for autumn. The contrast between the purple and white, coupled with the leaf motif, adds an artistic and seasonal touch.
Consumables:
- Base coat: Deborah Lippmann Hard Rock Base Coat
- Purple polish: OPI ‘Do You Lilac It?’
- White polish: Essie ‘Blanc’
- Black nail art pen: Sally Hansen Nail Art Pen
- Top coat: Glisten & Glow Top Coat
Home Application Tips:
- Start with a base coat.
- Apply OPI ‘Do You Lilac It?’ on most nails and Essie ‘Blanc’ on the accent nails.
- Use the Sally Hansen Nail Art Pen to draw leaf designs on the white nails.
- Seal the design with Glisten & Glow Top Coat.
Dual-Tone Glitter and Solid Purple Nails
This design combines a dual-tone look with glitter and solid purple nails. The mix of light and dark purple shades along with the glitter adds depth and dimension to the nails. The combination of solid and glitter finishes makes this a standout design for the fall season.
Consumables:
- Base coat: CND Stickey Anchoring Base Coat
- Light purple polish: Essie ‘Lilacism’
- Dark purple polish: OPI ‘Lincoln Park After Dark’
- Purple glitter polish: ILNP ‘Dreaming’
- Top coat: Essie Gel Couture Top Coat
Home Application Tips:
- Apply a base coat to your nails.
- Use Essie ‘Lilacism’ and OPI ‘Lincoln Park After Dark’ for the dual-tone effect.
- Apply ILNP ‘Dreaming’ on the glitter accent nails.
- Seal the design with Essie Gel Couture Top Coat.
Floral Purple Nails
For a delicate and whimsical look, these purple fall nails feature floral designs embedded within the purple polish. The design incorporates tiny, detailed flowers that add a feminine and romantic touch to your nails. This look is perfect for those who appreciate intricate details and a soft, cute aesthetic.
Consumables:
- Base coat: Deborah Lippmann Hard Rock Base and Top Coat
- Purple polish: ILNP ‘Funhouse’
- Nail art stickers: Dashing Diva Flower Nail Stickers
- Top coat: Sally Hansen Miracle Gel Top Coat
Home Application Tips:
- Apply a base coat to your nails.
- Use ILNP ‘Funhouse’ as the base color.
- Apply the Dashing Diva Flower Nail Stickers on top of the purple polish.
- Seal the design with Sally Hansen Miracle Gel Top Coat for long-lasting wear.
Shimmering Plum Purple Nails
These nails feature a sophisticated plum purple base with a subtle shimmer that catches the light beautifully. The design is perfect for fall, combining elegance with a touch of sparkle. The almond shape adds to the overall chic and polished look.
Consumables:
- Base coat: Sally Hansen Hard as Nails
- Plum purple polish: Zoya ‘Mason’
- Shimmer top coat: ILNP ‘Mega (L)’
- Top coat: Essie Gel Couture Top Coat
Home Application Tips:
- Start with a protective base coat.
- Apply two layers of Zoya ‘Mason’.
- Add a layer of ILNP ‘Mega (L)’ for the shimmer effect.
- Finish with a Essie Gel Couture Top Coat for durability and shine.
Glittery Lavender Nails
For those who love a bit of sparkle, these glittery lavender nails are a perfect choice. The combination of lavender with silver glitter creates a fun and festive look that’s ideal for any autumn event. The short, square shape makes them practical yet stylish.
Consumables:
- Base coat: OPI Nail Envy
- Lavender polish: China Glaze ‘Spontaneous’
- Silver glitter top coat: Orly ‘Shine On Crazy Diamond’
- Top coat: Seche Vite Dry Fast Top Coat
Home Application Tips:
- Apply a base coat to strengthen your nails.
- Use China Glaze ‘Spontaneous’ as the base color.
- Add Orly ‘Shine On Crazy Diamond’ for a glitter effect.
- Seal with Seche Vite Dry Fast Top Coat.
Matte Purple and Nude Nails
These nails offer a chic and modern look with a combination of matte purple and nude shades. The design features a striking matte finish that adds a contemporary twist to the classic almond shape. This minimalist yet bold look is perfect for those who appreciate understated elegance.
Consumables:
- Base coat: Deborah Lippmann Hard Rock Base Coat
- Matte purple polish: OPI ‘Purple Palazzo Pants’
- Nude polish: Essie ‘Topless & Barefoot’
- Matte top coat: OPI Matte Top Coat
Home Application Tips:
- Start with a base coat.
- Apply OPI ‘Purple Palazzo Pants’ on the majority of the nails and Essie ‘Topless & Barefoot’ on an accent nail.
- Finish with a OPI Matte Top Coat to achieve the matte look.
Purple and Black Abstract Design Nails
These nails combine a solid purple base with an abstract black design on a neutral accent nail. The artistic black lines on the neutral background provide a striking contrast to the solid purple, making this a modern and edgy look for fall.
Consumables:
- Base coat: OPI Nail Envy
- Purple polish: Butter London ‘Molly Coddled’
- Neutral polish: Zoya ‘Godiva’
- Black nail art pen: Sally Hansen Nail Art Pen
- Top coat: Glisten & Glow Top Coat
Home Application Tips:
- Apply a base coat.
- Use Butter London ‘Molly Coddled’ for the purple nails and Zoya ‘Godiva’ for the neutral accent nails.
- Draw abstract black lines on the accent nails with the Sally Hansen Nail Art Pen.
- Seal with Glisten & Glow Top Coat.
Dark Purple Glitter Nails
These nails feature a deep, dark purple base with a subtle glitter finish, creating a sophisticated and glamorous look. The short, square shape makes this design both practical and stylish, perfect for everyday wear or special occasions.
Consumables:
- Base coat: CND Stickey Anchoring Base Coat
- Dark purple glitter polish: Zoya ‘Payton’
- Top coat: Glisten & Glow Top Coat
Home Application Tips:
- Start with a base coat.
- Apply two coats of Zoya ‘Payton’.
- Finish with Glisten & Glow Top Coat for a glossy and long-lasting finish.
Matte Purple Nails
For a sleek and modern look, these nails feature a solid matte purple finish. The short, square shape and matte texture give a minimalist yet chic appearance, ideal for those who prefer a clean and understated manicure.
Consumables:
- Base coat: Butter London Nail Foundation Priming Basecoat
- Purple polish: Sally Hansen ‘Violet Voltage’
- Matte top coat: OPI Matte Top Coat
Home Application Tips:
- Apply a base coat.
- Use Sally Hansen ‘Violet Voltage’ for the color.
- Finish with OPI Matte Top Coat to achieve the matte effect.
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