As the leaves start turning golden and the crisp air sets in, fall is the perfect time for nail art to experiment with designs that reflect the cozy vibes, warm hues, and festive spirit of the season. Whether you opt for intricate patterns or a subtle elegance, thereβs no shortage of options for fall nail designs. Whether your style leans toward pumpkin-inspired designs, muted tones, or glittering accents, there’s something for everyone. Here is a quick guide to 90+ fall nail art designs that are divided into every style imaginable, from bold and dramatic to minimalist chic. π
Nail Art Designs in Classic Fall Colors π
Fall is made for warm, earthy tones. These nail styles feature a variety of classic, but modernized colors like deep reds, oranges, yellows, and browns for an elegant and stylish look.
- The Burgundy & Gold: With deep burgundy and gold accent stripes. β¨
- Burnt Orange Ombre: Transition from orange to yellow-orange. π
- Rusty Red Swirls: Intense red swirls on a neutral brown canvas. π₯
- Mustard Yellow Tips: French tips on nude in mustard yellow. πΎ
- Copper Leaf Description: Copper-colored leaves on a beige background. π
Nature-Inspired Designs & Autumn Leaves π
Autumn leaves, forest motifs, and natureβs vibrant transformations come through beautifully in these designs.
- Golden Leaf Stamping: Detailed gold leaf designs over a nude base. π
- Leaf Imprints: Imprints of pressed leaves in orange and brown. π
- Pine Cone Accents: Small pinecones on dark brown nails. π²
- Gradient Maple Leaf Gradient: Small maple leaf accents with red to orange gradient. π
- Crispy Fall Leaves: Hand-painted leaves of different colors on a dull base. π
Nail Art Designs Inspired by Halloween π
Make it extra spooky with these Halloween nail art ideas.
- Pumpkin Faces: Cute jack-oβ-lantern faces on an orange base. π
- Spider Web Detail: A basic black and white spider web detail. πΈοΈ
- Witchβs Potion Bottles: Small potion bottles featuring glittery accents. π§ββοΈβ¨
- Ghost Nails: Black ghostly figures on a white background. π»
- Skull and Crossbones: Simple skull and bone illustrations. β οΈ
Fall Nail Art β Glitter & Sparkle β¨
Give your fall nails a little sparkle with glittery designs that glimmer for any occasion.
- Gold Glitter Ombre: Graduating from dark to gold glitter at the tips. β¨
- Silver Glitter with Leaves: Silver sparkle on a deep purple base with leaf detailing. π
- Black Glitter French Tips: For subtle tips. Deep red base color with glitter tips. πβ¨
- Glitter Dipped Nails: Glitter on tips fading into the base. π
- Glitter Ombre: A pop of glitter on a neutral autumn color. π
Sweater Weather Inspired Styles π§Ά
Fuzzy vibes have hit even our nail art, with fluffy knits reminding us of cozy sweaters.
- Cable Knit Textures: Knitted patterns in a pastel foundation. π§Ά
- Sweater Pattern Stamping: Sweater patterns can be stamped on a cream base. π§΅
- Plaid Design: Red & black plaid lend a holiday touch. π
- Lattice Patterns: Matte-finish crosshatch patterns. π²
- Tweed Accent Nails: Inspired by tweed, interspersed with neutral colors. π
Matte Fall Nail Art Designs π
For fall, matte nails give a luxe look with smooth, polished finishes.
- Matte Burgundy with Gold Stripes: Burgundy with gold stripes. π
- Matte Nude & Brown Ombre: A gradient from nude to brown. π°
- Matte Black with Fall Leaves: Black matte nails and fall leaves designs. π
- Matte Grey with Silver Details: Grey base with silver geometric accents. βͺβ¨
- Matte Orange and Gold Details: Orange matte nails with gold details. πβ¨
Minimalist Fall Nail Art Designs πΎ
With simple looks, minimalist designs focus on negative space and subtle accents.
- Single Fall Leaf Accent: Small leaf painted on one nail. π
- Geometric Autumn Shapes: Sharp lines in autumn colors. πΊ
- Half Moon Fall Nails: A half-moon orange or brown design. π
- Negative Space Lines: Delicate negative space designs. β¬
- Tiny Pumpkin Detail: One nail with a tiny pumpkin painted. π
Gradient & Ombre Fall Nail Art Designs π
Ombre designs are a great way to imitate the natural transition of colors during Fall.
- Autumn Leaves Ombre: Gradient of red, orange, and yellow. ππ
- Pumpkin Spice Gradient: Gradation of brown, orange, and gold. π
- Sunset Ombre: Fade from pink to orange. π
- Cinnamon Swirl Ombre: Brown to cream gradient that makes a cinnamon roll. π©
- Earthy Brown Gradation: Gradation of earthy browns followed by dark chocolate. π«
Elegant Fall Nail Art Designs π
For a chic, sophisticated aesthetic, these classy styles blend deeper hues with subtle details.
- Candy Corn Nails: A color-blocked design inspired by candy corn. π¬
- Pumpkin Spice Latte Nails: Brown, orange, and white swirls. βπ
- Confetti Falling Leaves: Multi-colored confetti shaped as falling leaves. πβ¨
- Acorn Detail: Baby acorns on a taupe background. π°
- Fall Animals: Foxes or owls with autumn leaves. π¦π¦
Warm Neutrals & Earthy Tones πΏ
If you prefer a more understated approach, neutral and earthy tones are perfect for welcoming fall without being loud about it.
- Caramel Ombre: Light caramel gradient for brown nails. π¬
- Taupe with Gold Foil: Light taupe with gold foil details. β¨
- Metallic Green: If you want some shine and bling. πβ¨
- Moss Green Accents: Gold leaf detailing on a moss green base. πΏ
- Earthy Brown & Beige Swirls: Lots of warm swirls for cozy vibes. π°
Fall Florals Nail Art Designs πΈ
Deep florals pay homage to fallβs beauty with ornate, nature-inspired designs.
- Maroon Roses: Dark maroon roses on a nude base. πΉ
- Pressed Flowers: Dried flowers on dark polish. π»
- Golden Dahlia Design: Golden dahlia on purple. πΌ
- Sunflower Overlays: Sunflower on light brown base. π»
- Vintage Floral Details: Vintage florals in dark red and yellow. πΉ
Fall Nail Art with Metallic & Chrome β¨
For a glamorous, modern look, go for metallic and chrome nails for a shinier, cosmopolitan touch.
- Rose Gold Leaves: Plant life in rose gold on dark (deep) purple nails. πΏβ¨
- Chrome Copper: Chrome copper finish for the futuristic look. β‘
- Silver on Burgundy: Silver lines on a burgundy base. π«
- Foil Gold on Black Matte: Matte black background with gold foil. π€β¨
- Chrome Ombre: Dark green to black chrome transition. π
The Best Abstract & Artistic Fall Nail Art Designs π¨
Be bold with statement abstract and artistic patterns.
- Triangle Fall Shapes: Can be colored autumn colors. πΊ
- Abstract Brushstrokes: Brushstroke patterns in shades of burnt orange and gold. π
- Polka Dots & Lines: Big, bold polka dots and lines in warm hues. β«
- Fall Color Blocks: Blocks of red, brown, and gold. π΄π€π‘
- Abstract Leaves: Leaf illustrations in a minimalist style with thick lines. π
Fall Nail Art Designs with Foil Accents β¨
Metallic touches of foil accents elevate your fall nails for a bit of luxury.
- Gilded in Burgundy: A burgundy base topped with gold foil. π π
- Copper Foil Tips: Beige nails with copper foil tips. β¨
- Silver Stripes on Black: Silver foil stripes on black nails. β«β¨
- Gold Foil Strokes:Β Gold strokes on a deep dark burgundy background. π·β¨
- Holographic Foil Flakes: On taupe nails. β¨
Nail Art Inspired by Woodland Fall π²
Shoes trees evoke the forest, and you can add this to your nails with woodland visions inspired by the falling leaves of fall.
- Wood Grain Effect: Textured wood grain in brown and beige. π³
- Acorn & Pinecone Detail: Painted acorns and pinecones. π°π²
- Mushroom Designs: Mushrooms on a soft brown base. π
- Birch Tree Stripes: Vertical birch tree stripes with fall leaves. π³π
- Forest Green with Branches: Forest green with simple branch design in gold. π²β¨
Fall Nail Art Designs in Dark & Moody Styles π
The dark side of fall can be yours with bold, moody colors.
- Deep Plum Nails: A luxurious color that always looks sophisticated. π
- Black & Purple Swirl: Purple and black whorled designs. π
- Charcoal & Silver Leaves: Charcoal with silver leaves. π
- Matte Deep Red:Deep red matte nails. β€οΈ
- Midnight Blue with Silver Stars: Midnight blue with silver stars. πβ¨
Pumpkin Patch Nail Ideas π
Kristin shares she is also celebrating with fall harvest pumpkin designs.
- Pumpkin Faces with Orange Nails: Jack-oβ-lantern faces on orange nails. π
- Pumpkin Spice Nails: Orange, brown, and cinnamon accents. ππ©
- Design: Orange and Black Stripes: Witch attire for a pumpkin feel. π€π
- Mini Pumpkin Details: Small pumpkins set on a dark green background. π
- Pumpkin Gleam Nails: Shimmering metallic orange with pumpkin decor. β¨π
Browse through our over 90 fall nail art designs to find your favorite way to welcome autumn. From nature-inflected designs to scary Halloween motifs, glimmering accents, and cozy sweater textures, fall nail art has something for every aesthetic. Have a blast mixing and matching these ideas and putting together your own fall-inspired ensemble! ππ
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