Falling for these 20 Creative Autumn Nail Designs
From time to time us ladies need to revel in some quality ‘me time’. Whether that be buying a whole new wardrobe, taking a hot bath or even it being just as simple as getting a flat white from your local coffee shop. We all need that moment to renew ourselves and romanticise our ordinary.
One thing I’ve found to be my renewing factor is getting my nails done. From biting my nails from a child through to my teens I always admired beautiful and neat nails. But without any form of nail polish upon my nails, my fingertips always seem to find my mouth. So now getting my nails done is one, a must have to be able to keep a set of nails upon my hands but two, a must have to my me time.
With the seasons flourishing and fading into one another, Autumn/ Fall is now creeping upon us. With spooky season and the autumn months, this time of year is perfect for getting out of your comfort zone and choosing some new and exciting combinations with your nail tech.
Ombre Nails
Ombre Nails have been popular for years but this set is on another level. The fading of 3 autumnal shades into one another is a genius idea for this fall. Brown, orange and green are a match made in heaven and this set will look amazing with an autumnal outfit.
2. Tortoise Shell
This is more of a light tortoise shell paint but darker browns also look amazing with this effect. In recent years the tortoise shell pattern has been increasingly popular and this year I think it will be the best year yet, especially within this time of year.
3. Vampy Aura Nails
Aura nails have been all the hype this year. This look takes on a combination of the aura nail trend and blends it with a vampy, gothic aesthetic. This could be done with a few colour pairings surrounding the fall colours.
4. Marbled Green Nails
Forest green nails have always been a must have around fall and Christmas time, however this look puts more of a twisted spin on a classic green nail. This look looks like you have just entered out of an elvish forest. I’m loving this idea for Autumn!
5. Tobacco Smoke Nails
These Smokey Nails are perfect for a Halloween nail look or an elevated black and white nail set for fall. This nail look would also be great around November time, surrounding Bonfire Night.
6. Gold Accented Nails
Gold accented nails never fail. This beautiful set gives elegance and detail. You could easily make this look your own with red or green base colours or finding cool ways to use the gold accents to your ow styling.
7. Peach/Orange Chrome
Peach nails have not been done enough! If you really want to stand out this autumn then take this look for yourself. Autumnal colours and adding chrome could be a heart stopper this fall season. This beautiful peach colour gives an elegance to this nail set making the nails impactful but not jarringly bright.
8. Just go crazy!
This is my favourite nail set of all time to be completely honest with you. The texture the colours, everything. This look to be is perfect for Halloween and this time of year. this look is also perfect for shorter nails/ natural nails. Go crazy and do a different colour/design on each nail like this set. These types of sets always are great when the nail tech has a great deal of fun with them.
9. Star Nails
The Star Nails look definitely gives off a bit of ‘Rockstar Girlfriend’ energy, which we all know and love. This look incorporates red and gemstones and I love this easy idea for Autumn.
10. Glass Nails
This marbled glass effect is truly stunning. I love the dreamy aesthetic this nail look gives. A haze of autumn colours , transfixing you into the winter months.
11. Cheetah Print Nails
Cheetah Print has been on the rise in popularity this year, Not only in nail inso but in everything. This look is a more simple and calmer approach to a nail look. If you like a more simple statement then these cheetah print nails may just be what you've been looking for.
12. Purple Rain Nails
This look is witchy but sophisticated at the same time. From the office to full moon parties this nail look is calling your name. I love the quietness this look brings to my mind. A softest almost.
13. Autumn Leaves
This idea brings that classic warm autumn feeling. These nails are beautiful and can easily be unique to you by making the leaves, colours and sizing to your liking. I particular like this set due to the detail of the leaves.
14. Tortoise Chunky Steel Nails
I have never seen a look quite like this one. Stunningly unique with a tortoise base, finished off with silver chrome detailing. If you're really into creative nails and chunky silver jewellery I think this look would resonate well with you. A new look for fall and a statement piece themselves to match your statement jewellery.
15. Brown with Gold Leaf
This look brings the classic rich brown colour of fall to life. The exquisite gold leaf blends harmoniously with that deep brown base coat and is a set that will be reeling in compliments left, right and centre.
16. Stained Glass Windows
A more intricate to say the least but one to leave an impression for the room. This stained glass window inspired set is a glorious masterpiece. If you love to go all out on your nails then go all out on these!
17. Elvish Nails
I love this look. These nails remind me of an Elvish Queen. This look is beautifully done and it quite simple even though it looks to be very intricate. This is a great look if you love green and want to do something a bit new and fun for autumn.
18. Magnetic Moonlight
This set is simply gorgeous. Delicate and detailed to perfection. This look is perfect for those who like something with more muted colours but still want a set that is playful and special. This magnetic silver and icy blue set is stunning for any Ice Princess this Autumn.
19. Spiral Nails
This set is a brilliant set for the end of Autumn, when spooky season is near. If your nails last a long time and you want a set perfect for Fall and Halloween then this set might be a fun choice. for all my ‘only wears black people.’ This is your nails set!
20. Smoked Fall colours
This colourful smoked Style nails set is brilliant for autumn. This look is elevated and gives again that aura effect with gold detailing. Gold and Silver are both stunning for fall and can be great to accent small and large details onto your nails, just like this look does here too.
Whatever nails you decide to have this autumn, have fun with it. Get creative and try something new. Treat yourself and don’t feel guilty about allowing yourself some well deserved me time.
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