30 Fabulous Fall Nail Ideas To Inspire Your Next At-Home Autumn Mani
Pumpkins aren't the only things getting painted this fall!
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Summer is coming to an end, which means it's out with the old and in with the new—manicure, that is! As the temperatures and leaves change, it's time to trade in your bright summer mani for a moody fall nail color or festive autumn design. After all, you'll need the perfect fall nail art to pair with your favorite fall dresses, comfy boots, and fall coats. Think deep burgundies, browns, oranges, and reds that reflect the natural beauty of the season!
If solid-color manis aren't exciting enough for you, not to worry: We found plenty of fall nail ideas with cute autumnal design details like leaves, pumpkins, plaids, and more. There's something for everyone here, whether your style is laidback or slightly more glamorous. We may be heading towards darker days, but that doesn't mean our nails can't shine with autumn-ready, glittery top coats and designs! There are even some that celebrate the biggest fall holidays: You'll find Halloween nail designs and Thanksgiving nail designs that feel festive but are still neutral enough to wear from September to December. The best thing of all is you don't have to choose just one. Pick a few favorites or rock a different design on each finger for the ultimate autumn accent nail!
Up your fall fashion game with these ideas:
Gold and Orange French Flair
Channel the candy corn in your Halloween treat bowl with this funky French manicure! Use a white nail art pen to draw the French tip outline on each nail, and fill the tips with gold or orange nail polish.
Sparkly Harvest Hues
Can't decide on just one color? Wear a coordinating harvest-inspired hue on each nail, and you won't have to! This creative mani features shimmering shades of gold, bronze, and purple that look beautiful side by side.
Night Sky Nails
Get inspired by the spooky night sky with this stunning celestial nail art! Use a dotting tool or nail art pen to create stars and crescent moons on a black or white base. Do the inverse on your other hand to add even more visual interest.
Burgundy Nails
A solid, deep burgundy, complete with a glossy top coat, is a must for fall! They don't call them classics for nothing. It makes for a versatile fall vibe anywhere from Halloween to Thanksgiving!
Gold Leaf Accents
You can't go wrong with a tried-and-true all-black manicure for fall! But if you want to take it up a notch, add a few flecks of gold leaf to the corners of each nail for a shimmering surprise.
Maple Leaf Accent Nail
If you're a fan of all things maple, you'll love this mani inspired by the fall flavor! Paint each nail except one in a solid maple-butter color. Then add a maple leaf decal to an accent nail for a fun fall flair!
Red Glitter Nails
Is there anything sweeter than a candy-apple red manicure? Go beyond your basic blood-red mani by opting for a shade with glitter so it reflects light all season long.
Black and Orange French Mani
This fall-toned manicure will take your perception of the French mani and turn it on its head! Instead of bright, white tips and a light pink base, opt for a pumpkin-orange base with thick, black tips.
Subtle Spiderweb Nails
If you want something on the spookier side in time for Halloween, look no further than this subtle spiderweb nail art! Start with a pretty purple as your base, then use a black fine-tip nail polish pen to create tiny spiderwebs on top.
Fall French Twist
If your go-to is a French manicure but you want to spice things up for fall, try this gorgeous twist on the classic. Shades of purple and pink and a strip of gold make it perfect for this time of year.
Get the tutorial at Living After Midnite.
Fall Botanical Nails
One of the best things about fall is watching the leaves turn those gorgeous shades of red, orange, and yellow. This manicure incorporates all of those colors and tops it off with pretty fall botanical designs.
Get the tutorial at Nailed It.
Olive Green Leaf Nails
Olive green is such a pretty neutral color for the season. Give this manicure some extra fall flair by adding hand-painted silver leaves and a glossy topcoat.
Smoke Marble Nails
This milky white manicure topped with swirls of black, copper, and silver feels moody and mysterious, just like the fall season! It looks gorgeous with a pointed nail but would look just as good paired with any other shape.
Get the tutorial at Living After Midnite.
Terrazzo Tile Nails
If you love the look of terrazzo tile, try the trendy design on your nails. The autumnal color palette makes it feel like a fall celebration!
See more at Nailed It.
Matte Plaid Nails
Matte nails in shades of tan are jazzed up with colorful plaid accents. This manicure feels sophisticated and playful at the same time.
Orange Halloween Nails
If you spend the early fall counting down the days to Halloween, start celebrating as soon as possible with this orange and star manicure.
Get the tutorial at Living After Midnite.
Birthday Libra Nails
If you're a Libra then you know that fall is your time to shine. Embrace your star sign with this ethereal royal blue and silver manicure featuring your zodiac symbol.
Get the tutorial at Living After Midnite.
Fall Harvest Nails
How gourd-geous is this design? It features matte orange and yellow nails with a few pumpkin and gourd designs all dressed up in their best plaid.
Pumpkin Pie Nails
Welcome to pumpkin pie season! When you're not eating the fall favorite, you can wear it on your nails with this fun orange manicure featuring white half moons and tips that look just like the whipped cream on top of your pie!
See more at Nailed It.
Black and White Nails
This bewitching black and white manicure celebrates the dark side of the season without being too Halloween-y. It looks so elegant, especially with the sparkle of silver on the white accent nail.
Tierney McAfee is a freelance writer and Country Living and The Pioneer Woman contributor who covers entertainment, holiday & entertaining, food & drinks, design ideas, DIY, and more.
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