Ready to go to your favorite salon and leave for 2025 with chic fall nails? Find your must-try seasonal designs in our list below, featuring everything from timeless fall nails to trendy fall manicures!

Beautiful autumn maniacs that you must see

As we all enjoy the warm weather and poolside days, it won’t be long before the season changes and we’re dressed in oversized knits and our favorite boots. To match our cozy, chic fall outfits, we need cozy, chic fall nails to add the perfect finishing touch.

SYO Editor-in-chief Christal has done some research and found the most beautiful autumn nails to inspire us for this season. So whether you’re looking for trendy and unique fall nail designs or classic autumn maniacs, you’ll find inspiration in the beautiful seasonal nail ideas below.

PS Don’t miss: The verdict is in: the most popular nail trends for fall 2025!

Molten gold and flowers

Molten gold details are perfect for a design that oozes elegance (pun intended). These metallic 3D accents always take a manicure to the next level, and the gold tones add a beautiful and refined warmth.

Combine these golden details with a rich, brown polish. Whether used in florals, tortoiseshell nails or French tips, this classic fall combo creates a stylish manicure suitable for formal or informal occasions.

Autumn-colored chess board

Go for a retro-chic aesthetic with checkerboard patterns. This simple yet timeless pattern is perfect for fall, and you can make this minimalist print more interesting by alternating shades of brown with classic black, white and nude tones.

Chocolate brown, marble and golden shimmer

Chocolate brown looks extra delicious during fall, and this luscious hue feels even more luxurious when paired with shimmering gold and marble details.

I’m obsessed with the freestyle design of this mani, and it’s perfect to welcome cold weather anything with pumpkin spice this fall.

Leopard print Frenchies

Combine wild leopard print with prim and polished French tips for an ultra-chic fall manicure.

Wear these Frenchies over milky white nails for a trendy touch that adds contrast and depth to your design. You can also opt for a nude nail polish base for a warm and timeless aesthetic.

Moody marbling

Ask your nail technician to swirl sienna brown with bold black nail polish for a moody marbled look. Both sophisticated and dramatic, this manicure is absolutely drool-worthy and perfect for everything from a holiday gathering to a casual everyday look this fall.

Creamy chrome

Not ready to give up bright tones yet? Step into fall with this creamy white chrome mani.

This design feels effortless and adds elegance and style to your everyday outfits. I also love that this manicure can be dressed up or down, making it versatile enough to wear all season long.

Plum Purple

Dark purple shades are a fall must-have, and this polish is one of my favorite options for a sophisticated fall look. Plum purple is gorgeous enough for simple, chunky nails and adds a chic, feminine touch to your outfits, while blending harmoniously with other deep autumn shades.

Collage style

A dark but semi-transparent pink, combined with ivory and tortoiseshell details, creates the most stunning collage-style autumn design. Simple enough for everyday use, but daring enough for a night out on the town, this fall mani really has it all.

Crimson Polish

Crimson is another classic fall color, and while this shade has a timeless appeal, Does it ever really go out of style? I don’t think so.

I love how vibrant this shade is, making it perfect for something rich and fall-inspired, but bright enough to add an elevated and striking touch to any outfit.

Soft marble manicure

While dark or jewel tones usually steal the show in the fall, soft tones can work well for a cozy and stylish fall design. Combine pastel blue with milky beige and deep brown, marbled together for a beautiful design that feels light and effortless.

Don’t forget the ivory veins here to complete the faux marble design and add an unexpected brightness to these fall nails.

Wine Red

If you want something regal and timeless, a wine red mani is it always the path you must take.

This gorgeous shade is both sultry and sophisticated, making it my go-to for date night with your partner this fall. Alternatively, this color looks great when you’re out and about with the girls.

Brown French tips

Thin brown tips along milky nails have an elegant yet trendy look.

I love this design on long almond nails, where this masculine shade contrasts with a chic, feminine canvas. This fall manicure is perfect for something elegant and put together while visiting family this Thanksgiving.

Brown Chrome Mani

Give classic brown fall nails a glazed finish for a stylish yet fashionable design. I love the way chrome transforms this traditional fall look into something trendy and modern, and you can add a chrome top coat to any shade or even a brown gradient design to mix things up.

Espresso nails

Give your fall wardrobe a boost with espresso-colored nail polish! I love how this color is so warm and inviting, while the richness of this shade gives it a luxurious and seductive look.

This shade is especially perfect for short nails, as dark and short manicures will be one of the top trends in fall 2025.

Lavender Milk Mani

Speaking of fall trendslavender milk nails are having a moment this season! This soft, uplifting shade has a subtle fall vibe and is a great choice for a transitional nail design that takes you from summer to fall.

To really follow this viral trend, make sure you add a high-shine finish and add a layer of protection over this beautiful pastel shade.

Feminine autumn nails

“If you’re already beautifying the rest of your body, why not give your nails the same treatment?”

Long, feminine almond nails with a nude pink base, ivory bow charms and a gold bead finish are perfect for a flirty vibe this fall. Combine these details with a rich, brown polish and match these nails with your outfit by choosing gold-colored jewelry and accessories.

Purple undertones

A brown or gray nail polish with purple undertones has a chic, subdued autumn atmosphere. I love this subtle shade and this elegant design has a neutral finish making it easy to pair with any ensemble.

For an even simpler look, use this color for classic French tips on milky white nails.

Shimmering violet

A glittering top coat makes any nail design more beautiful if you ask me. This purple polish with micro glitter has a lofty and ethereal vibe that is totally Instagram-worthy.

Add a touch of glitter to a deep, moody purple like above, or layer it over a muted mauve for a brighter aesthetic.

Olive green Mani

Earthy, grounded olive green adds a beautiful pop of color to a comfortable ivory knit. I love this shade paired with light neutrals, like cream, ivory or beige, and it instantly adds a fall vibe to any outfit.

Use a glossy finish over olive polish for a traditional nail design or a matte top coat for extra refinement.

Autumn Aura Nails

Fall staura nails are another trendy nail choice we’ll be seeing this season.

I’m seriously obsessed with the moody, vampy vibe of this color combination above, but the sky is truly the limit when it comes to fall-inspired aura nails. Mix and match deep green, brown, purple, red, navy blue and muted orange shades for a trendy nail design that reflects your wardrobe and personal style.

Autumn rainbow

A soft autumn gradient is perfect for a youthful, cheerful look. Even without nail art, this manicure has a cute, cottagecore look, making it a must-try for a cute, earthy aesthetic.

Combine it with suede, leather and other natural textures for an earthy, relaxed vibe this fall.

Turtle shell and gold details

Short nails don’t have to be basic! Decorate graceful, round nails with autumn shades and gold accents for a beautiful, sleek autumn manicure.

This fun fall design has the perfect balance of seasonal colors and simple neutrals, making it effortless and chic.

Muted cat’s eye

I love the mysterious look of this muted iridescent cat eye design. This look alternates between shimmering yellow, blue, purple and black tones and has a starry night vibe that I love.

Rock these fall nails at a holiday gathering for something seasonal yet bold!

Glitter and pearls

Give dark, glittery nails a boost with pearl embellishments. This mani is sure to turn heads, so wear this to channel and embrace you energy of the main character at least this fall.

Autumn tips with gold

Classic yet innovative fall tips with color gradients look luxurious next to gold trim. These rich fall hues pair so well with gold accents, and the delicate lines and timeless design come together for a beautiful, polished aesthetic.

Tortoise & Silver

While I love the classic combination of tortoiseshell and gold, combining this animal print with silver creates an unexpected but totally chic nail design. This look is playful and refreshing, with the shimmer and subtle tonal contrast giving this mani a seductive finish.

Cocoa cat’s eye

Cocoa cat eye nails have a wonderfully rich tone and perfectly capture the charming warmth of autumn. The combination of a classic fall nail color and a modern cat-eye finish is perfect for a unique yet understated look.

Dreamy + rich brown

Finally, dark brown almond nails are the epitome of simple, chic fall nails. The sleek, tapered shape and rich brown hue are feminine yet elegant, and this timeless design can easily complement any aesthetic.

Which of these fall nails is your favorite? If you’re like me and can’t pick a favorite, you’ll have plenty of inspiration for your fall manicures in 2025!

If you enjoyed this article, don’t miss last year’s edition for even more inspiration – 27+ Beautiful Fall Nails for 2025!