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As the leaves are changing, so are our manicures — and they happen to use the same color palette. Just because you’re bundling up doesn’t mean you have to skip out on doing your nails from September to November. With cute, stylish, and over-the-top fall nail designs, we’re obsessed with what these professional nail artists have come up with — and we really think you can recreate these on your own too. Whether you typically opt for flowers (yes, fall florals are a thing) or need to buy the perfect jewel tone polish, we have those and so much more in store for you.
There are the classics, like pumpkins and cute deer, and then there are the trendier options, like marbled nails and striping tape creations. These designs aren’t all glossy either. In fact, we’ve rounded up quite a few options that feature a very fall-forward matte top coat. Whatever your dream favorite fall nail design is, you’re bound to find exactly what you’re hoping for. All in all, fall patterns shouldn’t simply exist on your cozy knit fall sweaters. Stay seasonal from head to toe (literally) with these beautiful fall nail designs. While you’re at it, head over to check out our go-to fall hairstyle trends and hair color trends.
Yes, red nails are classic — but this gold-and-blood orange design is anything but ordinary.
Once the bright white shades of summer have disappeared from our nails, it’s time to aim for something a little warmer. Try a beautiful beige color, then achieve the world’s easiest nail art by drawing a thin, single line down one nail per hand.
2 Navy Studs
If your style is one part elegant and two parts edgy, this cool jewelry-inspired manicure is perfect for you.
3 Festive Leaves
These leaves are more artsy than realistic — just how we like them. And the colors are really fun.
4 Tortoiseshell
With blonde and tortoiseshell hair colors still trending, it makes sense that these earthy shades would become fall nail art too.
5 Metallic Chevron
This idea takes chevron to the next level by switching up where the placement on each nail. Pair ivy with a metallic gold or silver to make your pattern pop.
6 Fall Splatter
Before Halloween season truly gets started, give yourself a subtly spooky manicure. Bonus: It looks great on short nails too!
Divide your nails into two parts: one glossy, one matte. The result is a cool, modern-looking manicure that’s just right to pair with your favorite leather jacket.
Want your hands to look a little slimmer? Try this elongating design that draws the eye toward the tips of your fingers.
Take an edgy manicure like an angular cutout design and make it more subtle for work by using a totally on-trend pastel shade.
Fact: There’s no such thing as too much sparkle! Celebrate the season with this glittery manicure.
11 Matte Nails
Double the accent nail, double the fun! The matte green base really lets the two middle nails stand out.
We’re downright dazzled by this stunning design. It’s a beautiful balance of finishes (glossy and matte) and dimension with the gold jewel accents.
If you want to make sure your hands get noticed all autumn long, give this look a try. The bright orange combined with the pumpkin and sparkly accents nails are nearly impossible to miss.
14 Mix and Match Nails
Can’t decide on a certain color or design? Take note from this nail artist, who added a little bit of everything.
15 Negative Space Nails
You don’t need a lot of color to make your nails stand out. The naked nail beds showcase the designs beautifully.
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16 Flower Nails
The sparkly base and the shiny leaves are a stunning combination on this manicure. To make it slightly understated, use a matte top coat, like this nail artist did.
18 Leaf Nails
If you look closely enough, inspiration is all around you. This nail artist emulated her seasonal mug to make this manicure.
19 Sparkling Leaf Nails
You can customize this look using a different colored base. A muted orange or yellow would also look lovely this time of year.
The kids will get a kick out of this nail design. After you’ve tuned into A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving, use the holiday classic as inspiration to keep these lovable characters close at hand.
20 Multicolored Nails
Show off your sweet side with this idea that pays homage to the classic Halloween candy. Teeny tiny candy corns make this ombré look super easy to recreate.
22 Squirrel Nails
It doesn’t get much cuter than these critters. You can either freehand the squirrels or use nail stickers.
Get your nails ready for sweater weather by matching your lacquer to your outfit.
24 Pumpkin Nails
A petite pumpkin peeking in makes for an absolutely adorable accent nail. If you prefer a bolder look, just use a brighter color for the base, or add graphic pumpkins to more nails.
25 Leaf Nails
This pretty fall leaf design will look pretty on acrylic and natural nails alike. Gold glitter accents add just the right amount of shimmer.
