As the seasons transition, our nail preferences follow suit. If you’re seeking stunning nail art ideas for the autumn season, I’ve gathered a collection of my favorite contemporary styles that perfectly complement the cozy ambiance of sweater weather.
The neon trend remains as stylish as ever and effortlessly adapts to the fall season by incorporating polishes in nude and neutral tones. The juxtaposition of vibrant neon colors against a more understated base creates a visually appealing and chic aesthetic.
Cute graphics and fall nail polish shades are all you need to complete this look. The matte base allows those graphics to really stand out, and the touch of glitter adds dimension!
Smiling faces made in brown tones look very cute. With a light nude base, these happy little characters stand out without being overpowering.
This line art design is very creative and can easily be adapted for fall using beige and terracotta tones. Black lines can be created with a thin brush or nail art pen… just make sure you have a steady hand!
The colors of this design scream FALL while still being elegant and pretty. I love the combination of texture with the shiny gold polish along with the solid orange tones and floral art!
No one said you have to stick with oranges and browns for fall. This purple/raspberry red color works very well for this season and looks great with green. Small flowers never get old!
Foliage and mushrooms are front and center in this adorable nail art. Once again, by using a neutral base you can transform virtually any design into a colder season style. And how cute are those mushrooms!?
A pumpkin design without going overboard! The plaid is unique and matches the pumpkin artwork, while the pop of aqua brightens everything up perfectly. Blue tones also go great with oranges, so keep that in mind during your next manicure session!
A classic matte look with some simple but effective tribal inspired designs. The colors on these nails are gorgeous and give me fall vibes.
Remember what I said about blue and orange? This design shows that these complementary colors look great together. And what better way to use your orange polish than to do your nails with pumpkins?
This color combination is everything for the season. This version of the traditional cheetah print is simply perfect.
It would never have occurred to me to pair gold with orange until I started creating this post, but I have to say I’m here for it! More checks, whimsical pumpkin nail art, and a mix of matte and shiny finishes. Perfection!
I’m really liking this color combination and I think it’s really pretty on darker skin tones. This is a design that can be dressed up or down and customized with different shapes!
This design reminds me a lot of hand-painted ceramics and the colors are beautiful. These nails were finished off with a stained top coat and I think I need to add one to my own collection ASAP!
Pink never goes out of season! Combined with some brown tones and white outlines, you can easily switch up your pink tones throughout the year. Try dark, medium and light shades that complement each other to achieve this look.