21 Chic Fall Nail Ideas
It’s time to grab your sweaters and boots and turn your manicure into a colorful work of art! These Chic Fall Nail Ideas are the perfect way to cozy up with your pumpkin spice latte and a book. So get some classy and beautiful nail inspiration for your next manicure with these fall nail ideas!
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Summer might be making its exit, but that’s no reason to fret! Crisp fall air brings a whole new world of exciting nail possibilities, and let’s be honest, our nails are craving a seasonal refresh. We’re talking cozy colors, classy designs, and enough inspiration to keep our fingers on-trend all season long.
Whether you’re a nail art boss or prefer a classic manicure, this blog is your guide to fall nail magic. I’ll be diving into the hottest color palettes, exploring creative designs that are both subtle and statement-making, and offering tips and tricks to help you achieve salon-worthy results at home (or inspire your next salon visit).
Chic Fall Nail Ideas
This is a hot idea for colder months! Grab this idea with a matte top coat and some gold nail strips.
Brown and nude nails are always a great choice for fall. This design catches the eye for a fun twist with classic shades.
Ombre brown almond-shaped chrome nails are fashionable and make a statement.
Matte milky white nails with brown swirls are perfect for Autumn.
3D nail designs are hot right now! This leaf print on a green canvas is so pretty.
Dark brown matte nails with a glossy French tip. This chic design is so sophisticated and unique!
Chocolate Tortoise Shell Print Nails are a rich version of normal tortoiseshell nails. But is a hot trend this fall.
Negative space swirls with neutral polish are a subtle and chic design for fall.
Midas tips are a trendy design this year. This golden French tip is perfect for your November or December manicure.
Dark thin French Tips. This delicate design is perfect for shorter nails during the cooler months.
Mixing and matching different nude fall shades is a great way to enhance your chic fall manicure.
Wine with nude is a classy combination for a perfect fall manicure!
Classy Autumn Nails
Coffee Swirl nails are a perfect fall design. Get this design yourself with a mocha shade of nail polish swirled with a creamy nude.
Velvet nails are so unique and full of texture. They catch the light in the prettiest way. To get this trend at home, use a polish with metallic flakes and a nail magnet.
Rust colors are super hot this year! This polish shade looks great on most skin tones and is the perfect Autumn color.
Reverse French Tip is a great way to stay classy with a twist. You can make this manicure matte for even more contrast.
Rose gold chrome nails are so trendy right now. This is such an easy manicure to do yourself with a rose gold polish and some chrome powder.
Deep Rose cat eye nails are a beautiful design that is ideal for fall. A bright shade that is deep enough for a fall manicure.
Milk white with gold foil is a beautiful and chic manicure idea. You can make the gold foil pieces as small or as big as you want for a variety of textures.
Milk Chocolate nails are a perfect fall staple shade. Brown looks great on everyone, and you can even try going matte or chrome with this look!
Fall Manicure Must-Haves
If you are attempting these Fall Nail Ideas at home, you may need some tools to get started. Here are the tools and products that I swear by to keep my nails healthy and in great shape. I like to do my manicures at home, and these products do the trick to make my manicures last! Click the picture for the links!
Manicure Tips
Whenever you do your own manicure I always recommend a few steps before you start painting.
1. Trim and file your nails. These nail files are THE BEST. They make your nails feel so smooth.
2. Clean up your cuticles. This cuticle remover is a little pricey but it works so incredibly well. I like to use these push sticks. *Never cut your cuticles it leads to hangnails and possibly infection.
3. Buff your nail plate to smooth the surface of your nails. This buffer is the best option.
4. Wash your hands and wipe with acetone or alcohol. This ensures that there is no remaining oil left on your nails that will get in the way of your manicure lasting as long as possible.
5. Apply base coat. Some of the brands below require specific pre-polish steps- I’ll flag them so you are aware.
6. Apply a coat of polish and wait a few minutes for it to dry before applying the next coat. Repeat until you get the coverage you like.
7. Apply top coat and for the best result brush it over the edge of your nail to ensure everything stays as long as possible.
8. Apply cuticle oil or serum as needed. I like to apply it before bed.
Bonus: If you have thin/ weak/ peely nails this nail hardener helps SO MUCH!
I Hope These Fall Nail Ideas Were Helpful!
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Gorgeous Bachelorette Nail Ideas
xx,
Lauren
