Fall Nail Colors: Trendy and Stylish 26 Ideas

As the leaves change and the air gets crisper, it’s time to freshen up your nail game with the best fall nail colors. Are you ready to embrace the season’s trends and show off your style? Whether you’re a fan of dark and moody shades, vibrant and fun shades, or classic and timeless shades, we have what you’re looking for. In this article we explore 26 stunning nail ideas that suit every nail type and shape, from short and chic to long and glamorous. Dive into the world of OPI gel polishes, bling accents and unique designs, perfect for fall, Halloween and beyond. Let’s find your new favorite nail look and make this fall your most stylish look yet!

Elegant black and pearls

When it comes to fall nail colors, nothing screams sophistication like this black nail design accented with pearls. The glossy black polish gives a sleek look, while the single pearl on each nail adds a touch of elegance and luxury. This combination is perfect for a night out or a formal event where you want to make a statement.

Consumables:

• Glossy black nail polish (e.g. OPI Black Onyx)
• Pearl decorations
• Top coat (e.g. OPI Topcoat)

For this design I recommend using OPI Black Onyx because of its rich, deep colors. The pearls are easy to find in any nail art store and finishing with a high-quality top coat ensures a long life.

How to create:

1. Apply a base coat to protect your natural nails.
2. Paint your nails with two coats of glossy black polish.
3. While the polish is still tacky, place a pearl embellishment near the cuticle on each nail.
4. Seal the design with a top coat for a glossy finish and extra durability.

Mustard yellow with black spots

Brighten up your fall with this vibrant mustard yellow nail design speckled with black flecks. The color itself is strong and playful, making it perfect for those who like to stand out. The almond shape of the nails adds an elegant touch to this quirky design.

Consumables:

• Mustard yellow nail polish (e.g. OPI Sun, Sea and Sand in My Pants)
• Black flecks of glitter
• Top coat (e.g. OPI Gel Top Coat)

For this look, OPI’s mustard yellow polish provides the perfect pop of color, while the black flecked glitter adds a fun and unique element. Finish with a durable top coat to keep your nails looking fresh.

How to create:

1. Start with a base coat to protect your nails.
2. Apply two coats of mustard yellow polish, allowing each coat to dry completely.
3. Carefully apply the black speckle glitter over the yellow polish.
4. Finish with a top coat to seal the design and add shine.

Rich chocolate brown

Enjoy the richness of this chocolate brown nail design. The glossy finish makes these nails look absolutely luscious and reminiscent of a decadent dessert. Perfect for autumn, this color is both warm and inviting, ideal for cozying up with a cup of cocoa.

Consumables:

• Deep chocolate brown nail polish (e.g. OPI Suzi Loves Cowboys)
• Top coat (e.g. OPI Gel Top Coat)

For a luxurious look, use OPI Suzi Loves Cowboys because of the deep, rich shade. A high-quality top coat ensures that your nails remain shiny and chip-free.

How to create:

1. Apply a protective base coat to your nails.
2. Paint two coats of chocolate brown polish and let each coat dry.
3. Finish with a top coat for a high-gloss, durable finish.

Vibrant turquoise

Add a pop of color to your nails with this vibrant turquoise design. The glossy finish enhances the brightness of the turquoise, making it a fun and vibrant choice for any season. The square shape of the nails keeps the look modern and fresh.

Consumables:

• Clear turquoise nail polish (e.g. OPI Teal the Cows Come Home)
• Top coat (e.g. OPI Gel Top Coat)

This vibrant turquoise color from OPI is perfect to add a touch of fun to your nails. A sturdy top layer keeps the paint looking fresh and prevents chipping.

How to create:

1. Start with a base coat to protect your nails.
2. Apply two coats of turquoise polish and make sure each coat is dry before applying the next.
3. Finish with a top coat to give your nails a shiny, long-lasting finish.

Classic red

You can never go wrong with a classic red manicure. This deep red color is timeless and elegant, suitable for any occasion. The glossy finish adds an extra layer of sophistication, making your nails look polished and flawless.

Consumables:

• Deep red nail polish (e.g. OPI Big Apple Red)
• Top coat (e.g. OPI Gel Top Coat)

For a classic red look, OPI Big Apple Red is a favorite. A glossy top coat enhances the richness of color and ensures that your nails look perfect.

How to create:

1. Apply a base coat to protect your natural nails.
2. Paint your nails with two coats of deep red nail polish.
3. Finish the look with a top coat for a glossy, long-lasting finish.

Purple elegance with glitter accents

Fall Nail Colors 2025. The glossy purple nails are accentuated with a glitter finish on a few nails, creating an enchanting look. This design is ideal for making a powerful statement at any event.

Consumables:

• Shiny purple nail polish (e.g. OPI Do You Lilac It?)
• Purple and gold glitter polish
• Top coat (e.g. OPI Gel Top Coat)

For this look I recommend OPI’s “Do You Lilac It?” for the rich purple base. The glitter polish is available at any nail store and a top quality top coat helps maintain shine and prevent chipping.

How to create:

1. Apply a base coat to protect your natural nails.
2. Paint all nails with two coats of glossy purple polish.
3. Apply the glitter polish over the purple base to the selected accent nails.
4. Finish the look with a top coat to ensure durability and shine.

Autumn leaf motif with copper accent

Fall nail colors 2025.

Consumables:

• Nude base coat (e.g. OPI Samoan Sand)
• Black nail polish for the leaf designs
• Copper polish (e.g. OPI Worth a Pretty Penne)
• Nail art brush or stamping tool
• Top coat (e.g. OPI Gel Top Coat)

Use OPI Samoan Sand for a perfect nude base and OPI Worth a Pretty Penne for the copper accent. A fine nail art brush or a stamping tool will help create the detailed leaf designs.

How to create:

1. Apply a base coat to protect your nails.
2. Paint your nails with the nude base coat.
3. Use a fine brush or stamping tool to create the black leaf designs on the nude nails.
4. Paint the accent nail with the copper polish.
5. Finish with a top coat to seal the designs and add shine.

Bold autumn mix

Fall nail colors 2025.

Consumables:

• Orange nail polish (e.g. OPI A Good Man-darin is Hard to Find)
• Brown nail polish (e.g. OPI Squeaker of the House)
• Gold leaf accents
• Top coat (e.g. OPI Gel Top Coat)

For this vibrant look, I suggest using OPI A Good Man-darin is Hard to Find for the orange color and OPI Squeaker of the House for the brown color. Gold leaf accents add an extra touch of luxury.

How to create:

1. Apply a base coat to your nails.
2. Paint each nail with the chosen colors: orange, brown and gold.
3. Add gold leaf accents to the nails as desired.
4. Finish the look with a top coat for a long-lasting finish.

Classic red

You can never go wrong with a classic red manicure. This deep red color is timeless and elegant, suitable for any occasion. The glossy finish adds an extra layer of sophistication, making your nails look polished and flawless.

Consumables:

• Deep red nail polish (e.g. OPI Big Apple Red)
• Top coat (e.g. OPI Gel Top Coat)

For a classic red look, OPI Big Apple Red is a favorite. A glossy top coat enhances the richness of color and ensures that your nails look perfect.

How to create:

1. Apply a base coat to protect your natural nails.
2. Paint your nails with two coats of deep red polish.
3. Finish the look with a top coat for a glossy, long-lasting finish.

Glistening green

Fall nail colors 2025.

Consumables:

• Deep green holographic nail polish (e.g. OPI My Gecko Does Tricks)
• Top coat (e.g. OPI Gel Top Coat)

For this enchanting design I recommend OPI My Gecko Does Tricks. A high-quality top coat helps maintain shine and prevent chipping.

How to create:

1. Apply a base coat to protect your nails.
2. Paint your nails with two coats of deep green holographic nail polish.
3. Finish with a top coat to enhance shine and ensure durability.

Confetti delight

Fall nail colors 2025. The short, round nails keep it stylish yet practical.

Consumables:

• White nail polish (e.g. OPI Alpine Snow)
• Confetti nail polish (multicolored speckles)
• Top coat (e.g. OPI Gel Top Coat)

For this look, OPI Alpine Snow provides a clean and fresh base, while the confetti polish adds a playful touch. A top coat helps seal the design and keep the confetti in place.

How to create:

1. Start with a base coat to protect your nails.
2. Apply two coats of white nail polish and let it dry completely.
3. Apply a layer of confetti polish for a speckled effect.
4. Finish with a top coat to ensure the design stays put and shines.

Fall mix and match

Fall nail colors 2025.

Consumables:

• Beige nail polish (e.g. OPI Tiramisu for Two)
• Brown nail polish (e.g. OPI Squeaker of the House)
• Burnt Orange Nail Polish (e.g. OPI It’s a Piazza Cake)
• Nail art brush for leaf design
• Top coat (e.g. OPI Gel Top Coat)

Use OPI Tiramisu for two, Squeaker of the House and It’s a Piazza Cake for the base colors. A fine nail art brush will help you create the delicate leaf design on the accent nail.

How to create:

1. Apply a base coat to protect your nails.
2. Paint each nail a different color: beige, brown and burnt orange.
3. Use a fine brush to create a leaf design with a contrasting color on the accent nail.
4. Finish with a top coat to seal the design and add shine.

Peach perfection

Fall nail colors 2025.

Consumables:

• Peach nail polish (e.g. OPI Got Myself in a Jam-balaya)
• Top coat (e.g. OPI Gel Top Coat)

For this look, OPI Got Myself into a Jam-balaya is an excellent choice. A high-quality top coat ensures that your nails look shiny and fresh.

How to create:

1. Apply a base coat to protect your natural nails.
2. Paint your nails with two coats of peach nail polish.
3. Finish with a top coat for a glossy, long-lasting finish.

Funky cow print

Fall nail colors 2025.

Consumables:

• Black nail polish (e.g. OPI Black Onyx)
• White nail polish (e.g. OPI Alpine Snow)
• Orange nail polish (e.g. OPI It’s a Piazza Cake)
• Nail art brush for cow print design
• Top coat (e.g. OPI Gel Top Coat)

Use OPI Black Onyx, Alpine Snow and It’s a Piazza Cake for the base colors. A fine nail art brush will help you create the cow print design.

How to create:

1. Apply a base coat to protect your nails.
2. Paint your nails with the basic colors: black, white and orange.
3. Use a fine brush to create the cow print design on the white nails.
4. Finish with a top coat to seal the design and add shine.

Royal blue with bling

Fall Nail Colors 2025. The rhinestone accent adds a little bling for a glamorous finish.

Consumables:

• Royal blue nail polish (e.g. OPI Euroso)
• Rhinestones
• Top coat (e.g. OPI Gel Top Coat)

For this look, OPI Euroso Euro offers a rich blue color. The rhinestones are easy to find at any nail art store, and a durable top coat helps set the bling.

How to create:

1. Apply a base coat to protect your nails.
2. Paint your nails with two coats of royal blue nail polish.
3. Apply rhinestones to desired nails while the polish is still tacky.
4. Seal the look with a top coat for extra shine and durability.

Deep berry elegance

Fall Nail Colors 2025. The glossy finish on these short, oval nails enhances the richness of the berry shade, creating a sophisticated yet approachable look.

Consumables:

• Deep berry nail polish (e.g. OPI Malaga Wine)
• Top coat (e.g. OPI Gel Top Coat)

For this look, OPI Malaga Wine offers a deep and vibrant berry color. A high-quality top coat keeps your nails shiny and protected.

How to create:

1. Apply a base coat to protect your nails.
2. Paint your nails with two coats of deep berry polish, allowing each coat to dry thoroughly.
3. Finish with a top coat to improve shine and durability.

Mystical purple cat eye

Fall Nail Colors 2025. The short, square nails are ideal for showing off the enchanting cat’s eye design that shifts and shimmers in the light.

Consumables:

• Cat-eye purple nail polish (e.g. OPI Turn On the Northern Lights!)
• Magnet for cat-eye effect
• Top coat (e.g. OPI Gel Top Coat)

For this look, OPI turns on the northern lights! creates a stunning cat-eye effect. The magnet helps create the unique design, and a top coat ensures a long-lasting finish.

How to create:

1. Apply a base coat to protect your nails.
2. Paint your nails with the purple cat-eye polish.
3. Before the nail polish dries, hold the magnet over each nail to create the cat-eye effect.
4. Finish with a top coat to secure the design and add shine.

Fiery orange sparkle

Fall nail colors 2025. The long, almond-shaped nails enhance the vibrant orange hue.

Consumables:

• Fiery orange nail polish (e.g. OPI My Chihuahua Doesn’t Bite Anymore)
• Orange glitter polish
• Top coat (e.g. OPI Gel Top Coat)

OPI My Chihuahua Doesn’t Bite Anymore is perfect for this vibrant look. Adding a layer of orange glitter polish gives your nails a sparkling finish, while a top coat ensures durability.

How to create:

1. Apply a base coat to protect your nails.
2. Paint your nails with two coats of fiery orange nail polish.
3. Apply a layer of orange glitter polish for extra shine.
4. Finish with a top coat to set the design and add shine.

Matte autumn vibes

Fall nail colors 2025.

Consumables:

• Matte black nail polish (e.g. OPI Black Onyx)
• Matte gray nail polish (e.g. OPI Suzi Takes the Wheel)
• Matte orange nail polish (e.g. OPI It’s a Piazza Cake)
• Nail art brush for leaf design
• Matte top coat (e.g. OPI Matte Top Coat)

For this look, OPI Black Onyx, Suzi Takes the Wheel, and It’s a Piazza Cake provide the perfect fall palette. A fine nail art brush helps create the delicate leaf design, while a matte top coat ensures the finish remains smooth and velvety.

How to create:

1. Apply a base coat to protect your nails.
2. Paint each nail with the chosen colors: black, gray and orange.
3. Use a fine brush to create the leaf design on the gray nails.
4. Finish with a matte top coat to seal the design and maintain the matte effect.

Chocolate Swirl

Fall nail colors 2025. The long, square nails are ideal to emphasize this intricate look.

Consumables:

• Chocolate brown nail polish (e.g. OPI Squeaker of the House)
• Nude nail polish (e.g. OPI Samoan Sand)
• Nail art brush for swirl design
• Top coat (e.g. OPI Gel Top Coat)

For this elegant design, OPI Squeaker of the House and Samoan Sand are perfect choices. A fine nail art brush helps create beautiful swirls, and a top coat provides a glossy finish.

How to create:

1. Apply a base coat to protect your nails.
2. Paint your nails with the chocolate brown and nude polishes.
3. Use a fine brush to create the swirl design on the accent nails.
4. Finish with a top coat to seal the design and add shine.

Delicate leaf design

Fall Nail Colors 2025. The subtlety of the design makes it versatile and suitable for any occasion, while the dark blue leaves add a touch of nature-inspired beauty.

Consumables:

• Nude nail polish (e.g. OPI Samoan Sand)
• Dark blue nail polish for the leaf design
• Nail art brush for detailing
• Top coat (e.g. OPI Gel Top Coat)

For this refined look, OPI Samoan Sand provides a perfect nude base, while a dark blue polish is used for the leaf details. A fine nail art brush will help create the delicate leaf patterns, and a top coat will seal the design.

How to create:

1. Apply a base coat to protect your nails.
2. Paint your nails with the nude polish, allowing each layer to dry completely.
3. Use a fine brush to create the leaf designs with the dark blue polish.
4. Finish with a top coat to protect the design and add shine.

Speckled maroon delight

Fall Nail Colors 2025. The glossy finish enhances the richness of the maroon color, while the speckles add a playful twist.

Consumables:

• Maroon nail polish (e.g. OPI Malaga Wine)
• Black speckled paint
• Top coat (e.g. OPI Gel Top Coat)

For this design, OPI Malaga Wine offers a deep maroon base and a black speckled polish adds texture. A top coat ensures that the design lasts a long time and retains its shine.

How to create:

1. Apply a base coat to protect your nails.
2. Paint your nails with two coats of maroon nail polish.
3. Add a layer of black speckled lacquer for the speckled effect.
4. Finish with a top coat to seal the design and add shine.

Chocolate crescents

Fall Nail Colors 2025. The glossy finish adds depth to the design, making it stand out.

Consumables:

• Nude nail polish (e.g. OPI Samoan Sand)
• Chocolate brown nail polish (e.g. OPI Squeaker of the House)
• Nail art brush for detailing
• Top coat (e.g. OPI Gel Top Coat)

For this look, OPI Samoan Sand and Squeaker of the House offer the perfect color combination. A fine nail art brush helps create the precise crescent design, and a top coat provides a glossy finish.

How to create:

1. Apply a base coat to protect your nails.
2. Paint your nails with the nude polish, allowing each layer to dry completely.
3. Use a fine brush to paint the chocolate brown crescents onto the tips of your nails.
4. Finish with a top coat to protect the design and add shine.

Vibrant orange

Fall nail colors 2025. The long, almond-shaped nails keep the look modern and fresh.

Consumables:

• Bright orange nail polish (e.g. OPI A Good Man-darin is Hard to Find)
• Top coat (e.g. OPI Gel Top Coat)

For this vibrant look, OPI A Good Man-darin is Hard to Find is the perfect choice. A high-quality top coat ensures that your nails look shiny and fresh.

How to create:

1. Apply a base coat to protect your nails.
2. Paint your nails with two coats of bright orange nail polish.
3. Finish with a top coat for a glossy, long-lasting finish.

Autumn leaf prints

Fall nail colors 2025. This design is both playful and trendy.

Consumables:

• Green nail polish (e.g. OPI My Dogsled is a hybrid)
• Orange nail polish (e.g. OPI It’s a Piazza Cake)
• White nail polish (e.g. OPI Alpine Snow)
• Nail art brush or stamping tool for leaf designs
• Top coat (e.g. OPI Gel Top Coat)

For this look, OPI My Dogsled is a Hybrid, It’s a Piazza Cake and Alpine Snow provide the ideal color palette. A fine nail art brush or stamping tool will help create the leaf designs, and a top coat will seal the design.

How to create:

1. Apply a base coat to protect your nails.
2. Paint your nails with the chosen colors: green, orange and white.
3. Use a fine brush or stamping tool to create the leaf patterns on the nails.
4. Finish with a top coat to protect the design and add shine.

Matte forest green

Fall Nail Colors 2025. The long, coffin-shaped nails emphasize the deep green hue, creating a look that is both elegant and modern.

Consumables:

• Forest green nail polish (e.g. OPI Stay Off the Lawn!)
• Matte top coat (e.g. OPI Matte Top Coat)

For this striking look, OPI Stay Off the Lawn! offers a deep, rich green. A matte top coat gives the nails a smooth, velvety finish.

How to create:

1. Apply a base coat to protect your nails.
2. Paint your nails with two coats of forest green nail polish.
3. Finish with a matte top coat to achieve the desired matte effect.