Fall, more than any other season, is dominated by style. Thick sweaters, knee-high boots, layer upon layer. When a breeze blows, I crave knitwear and scarves. While temperatures are still high in many places, you can get into the fall spirit by embracing the fall nail trends we’re obsessed with in 2024.
Fall nail art trends are the easiest and chicest way to embrace a cozy vibe. There is something for everyone. You can go the route of neutrals and chocolate tones to reflect the moody color palette of the season. Or, you can go bold with textural trends like chrome and 3D. Every visit to the salon is a choose-your-own adventure. To get an inside look at emerging fall nail trends, I reached out to Chillhouse’s head manicurist, Molly Romah, to get her take on what’s trending this season.
Featured image comes from Belathée Photography’s interview with Cyndi Ramirez.
10 Fall Nail Trends to Inspire Your Next Salon Visit
Social media is awash with creative coverage of fall nail trends. Inspiration is everywhere. Each post has something new to try and a fall vibe to capture. Whether you’re looking for manicure photos to show off your manicure skills or looking for DIY trends, here are the freshest fall manicures to transform your look. Read on to master fall’s best nail trends with ease.
1. Cherry Mocha
This nail art trend returns to the spotlight every fall and never goes out of style. maybe this is Red Nail Theory Or red nails can give off a stylish and elegant vibe. Whatever the motivation, I always gravitate toward darker, bolder colors during the fall. Choosing this deep red color is always a safe and elegant choice.
2. Taupe
Taupe is an earthy color that pairs well with fall color palettes. If you’re not a fan of bold styles and new trends, choosing a taupe that complements your skin tone can elevate your look while keeping your fall nails neutral. You can always change the style of your taupe nails by adding chrome or keeping them matte.
3. Coffee turtle shell
This is arguably one of my favorite fall nail trends. Due to its warm color schemes and subtle patterns, tortoiseshell fashion seems to be flying in many trends for fall. I’ve also seen quite a few iterations of this trend, including the tortoise French technique.
4. Negative space
“Negative space manicures can be symmetrical, off-center, geometric or oddly shaped,” says Romah. These nails appeal to the minimalists among us and can be done on both short and long nails, making them suitable for a variety of nail types. The negative space look also highlights the natural health of the nails through the addition of delicate shapes.
5. Colorful French Tips
French tips are a year-round classic that’s perfect for any occasion, and these colorful tips are always a great option to add interest to the styles we know and love. In fall, leaning toward dark browns, reds, or navy blues can help match the season’s tones and changing seasonal fashion tastes.
6.Dark green
As we move through the “kiddy” summer, dark green has taken over the fashion landscape. This includes dark, evergreen nails that look luxurious but aren’t overpowering in accent or design. This color also suits a variety of skin tones and is a simple and festive way to spruce up your look.
7.Moscow Mule
I’ve been loving the chrome trend – from glazed donuts to Christmas ornaments in red. Moscow mule studs are now taking over the scene as the next chrome stud obsession. This copper look attempts to recreate the beloved Moscow Mule glass color through a neutral base and copper or gold chrome accents.
8. Gradient color
While ombré isn’t necessarily a new trend, “these nails can come in a variety of colors and designs, from subtle to bold,” says Romah. This trend leaves plenty of room to experiment with seasonal colors and designs that suit your personal taste.
9. Marble
One of the re-emerging trends on this list, marble nails are making a steady comeback in a new and improved way. Many fall versions of marble nails include warmer color schemes such as burnt orange and brown, maroon and navy blue.
10. 3D Art
“3D nail art is eye-catching and a great way to make your nails stand out and add an extra dimension to your look,” says Romah. These nails are bold and may require a little more time at the salon, but the results are incredible. Some of the best 3D manicures simply enhance the look of your regular manicure by providing texture and line art to traditional designs.
