The new season is quickly approaching, and as much as I love classic autumn nail colours, this year, I’m ready to have some fun with my manicure. That’s right, I’m talking about nail art ideas. I’ve always been one to shy away from more exciting nail designs, opting instead for classic black and deep red colours throughout the colder seasons, but as September gets closer and closer, I feel inspired to switch things up.
That being said, it’s no secret that there are about a million and one nail designs to choose from right now. Everything from floral nail art to ‘tuxedo’ nail art is trending, but what can we expect to see in the upcoming months? Luckily for you, it’s my job to stay on top of the latest beauty trends, and I’ve been doing lots of research into what designs are set to be big this season. I’ve been seeing everything from metallic nails to colourful french tips, and it’s safe to say that I’m ready to book an appointment.
So, if like me, you’re looking to step out of your comfort zone when it comes to your manicure, keep on scrolling for some seriously cool autumn nail art ideas to screenshot before your next appointment. Trust me, these designs will have you running to the salon. New season, new nails, right?
If you’ve read our autumn shopping guide, then you’ll know that metallics are going to be big this season, and this counts for nails too. I’ve been seeing these silver and gold stud designs all over my Instagram feed, and I love how minimal this trend can be. For that stylish, chic look, opt for a subtle approach, like adding metallic studs to one or two nails or trying this cool French tip nail art.
You can even change the positioning of the studs on each nail for a unique finish. Use a clear, glossy top coat to help tie everything together and you’re good to go.
If you want to give this nail art trend a go, invest in a kit like this one from Mylee, that comes with all the decorations you could ever need.
Although French tips are nothing new, I feel like this design has blown up in recent months, with everyone favouring the understated nail art. To switch things up a bit, opt for a fun, colourful tip in whatever shade you desire.
Blue and green designs are definitely popular at the moment, but I suspect we will see people favouring slightly darker colours as we move more into winter.
This design can be hard to do yourself, so why not opt for easy, stick-on nails instead?
There’s something so stunning about a chrome mani. I’ve been seeing this trend slowly creep back onto my Instagram feed, and I’m not mad about it. In fact, the hashtag #chromenails has currently got a cool 1.1 billion views on TikTok and counting. I personally love pale pink and milky white designs, as they still have that fun, shiny finish without clashing with your outfit.
The best bit about this mani? It will be perfect for the upcoming party season too, so no need to change up your nail design every few weeks.
Price shown is members’ price. This gold nail polish from Beauty Pie is perfect for getting that chrome-like finish without the hassle of using a powder.
Recently I wrote about how I had been seeing brown nail polish everywhere, and I predict that brown nail art will be huge this autumn too. There are so many different ways to give this trend a go, but this brown French tip mani is definitely top of my list.
French tips not your thing? Why not try a cool half-and-half design like this one? It’s giving me all of the autumnal vibes.
A brown nail polish is an essential for the upcoming months, and you can’t go wrong with OPI.
I told you French tips would be popular, and sparkly tips are my new obsession. I practically gasped when I saw this design come up on Instagram a couple of days ago. It’s giving quiet luxury with a hint of maximalism, and I suspect all the celebs will be giving this a go.
If you want to add a touch of colour, don’t be afraid to go for a statement sparkle like this bold blue hue. I love the fact that it’s been paired with a soft, milky mani, making it pop even more.
Nails Inc know what they are doing when it comes to sparkles. Is this not the cutest nail polish you have ever seen?
