Fall isn’t just about swapping iced coffee for chai lattes and pulling out your favorite sweaters – Hello Sweater Weather! It’s also the season when your nails deserve a little wardrobe change of their own. This year’s fall nail trends are cozy, moody, and surprisingly wearable. From spiced-up neutrals to chic twists on French tips, I’ve rounded up the ten looks that are everywhere on Pinterest and TikTok right now.
Whether you’re booking a salon appointment or painting at home, these styles are equal parts trendy and doable. So grab your pumpkin spice latte (yes, it counts as a nail accessory) and let’s dive into the colors and designs that will own fall 2025.
- Pumpkin Spice Nails
Pumpkin spice has officially moved from your coffee cup to your manicure. Burnt oranges, creamy lattes, and warm browns are being swirled into ombré blends and gradient tips this season. Some versions go full pumpkin patch—bright and bold—while others lean soft and creamy, like a spiced chai.
Style Inspo: A glossy burnt-orange base with a single accent nail that fades from latte beige to mocha brown. Add a thin gold line at the cuticle and you’ve got the perfect “PSL in a nail look” vibe—cozy but just elevated enough to turn heads.
- Burgundy Wine Reds
This shade comes back every year for a reason—it’s the little black dress of fall nails. Burgundy looks luxe whether it’s worn glossy, matte, or with a subtle shimmer. In 2025, deeper, almost-black tones are edging out brighter reds.
Style Inspo: Matte burgundy nails paired with a single glossy accent nail. The texture contrast makes a simple color instantly more interesting without feeling overdone.
- Sweater Texture Nails
Raised knit designs are the definition of cozy season. They’ve been floating around Pinterest for a few years, but in 2025 they’re getting an update with neutral, latte-colored palettes and almond nail shapes.
Style Inspo: Soft taupe nails with a single sweater-textured accent nail on each hand. Think cable-knit sweater, but shrunk down onto your fingertips.
- Plaid Accent Nails
Flannel shirts, but make it fashion. Plaid nails are playful, but the key this year is keeping them minimal—just one or two plaid nails mixed into a set of solids.
Style Inspo: A dark navy plaid pattern painted on one accent nail, surrounded by glossy burgundy nails. It’s bold but still wearable for everyday.
- Latte Nails
Neutrals are never out of style, but “latte nails” are fall’s current darling. This trend layers shades of beige, cream, and mocha for a creamy, coffee-inspired look.
Style Inspo: A gradient manicure starting with soft beige on the pinky and ending with a rich mocha brown on the thumb. It’s subtle, chic, and goes with literally every outfit.
- Olive Green Nails
Olive is one of those earthy shades that feels both unexpected and completely right for fall. It’s more modern than hunter green and more wearable than neon.
Style Inspo: Matte olive nails with a single gold-foil accent nail. The green keeps it grounded while the metallic detail adds a little luxe factor.
- Gold Foil Accents
Gold foil takes any mani from simple to stunning in seconds. In 2025, you’ll see it layered over nudes, olives, and even rusty terracottas.
Style Inspo: A sheer nude base topped with irregular flecks of gold foil near the tips. It’s elegant, low effort, and catches the light beautifully.
- Moody Eggplant Purples
For those who love a dark nail but want something fresher than black, eggplant is the answer. It’s deep, vampy, and endlessly flattering on short or long nails.
Style Inspo: Glossy eggplant nails with a subtle chrome topcoat. The shine takes them from witchy to chic in one swipe.
- Minimal French Tips (Fall Edition)
The French manicure isn’t going anywhere, but fall brings a twist. Instead of white tips, think burgundy, rust, or even olive green.
Style Inspo: A sheer nude base with thin, rust-colored tips. It’s minimalist, modern, and a little unexpected for the season.
- Rust & Terracotta Nails
These warm, desert-inspired tones are everywhere in 2025. Rust and terracotta shades bridge the gap between pumpkin spice and neutral nudes, making them versatile enough to wear all season.
Style Inspo: Glossy terracotta nails with one matte accent nail on each hand. The tone-on-tone finish feels sophisticated but still seasonal.
And there you have it—ten fall nail trends that are defining 2025. From pumpkin spice gradients to olive foils and cozy sweater textures, this season is all about mixing comfort with a little polish (pun intended). Save this post for your next salon appointment or DIY night, and don’t forget to pin your favorite look to your “Fall Nail Inspo” board.
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