It’s one of the easiest, most affordable, ways to instantly update your look! Just add a different nail color to your outfit to look more stylish and on trend. Be inspired by the changing seasons and opt for beautiful autumnal shades this Fall. Below, you’ll find our favorite winter and fall nail colors.
Think pumpkin, spicy browns, rich greens, and mustard shades. Take a look and see if you find a new favorite.
Also check: how to do a home manicure for tips on how best to apply your nail varnish.
nail colors for fall and winter
Let’s look at some of the lovely nail shades to choose this season.
Terracotta red
The hint of orange in this Dior nail polish makes it feel warm and autumnal, making it the perfect transitional shade as we move from the warmer months to cooler weather.
Dior Vernis Gel Shine & Long Wear Nail Lacquer
Muted pumpkin
To tap into the colors of the season, choose a color inspired by Halloween pumpkins. The London Town nail color (below) comes in a muted pumpkin shade which is almost like a nude or a neutral, so it’s a lovely subtle take on the trend.
LONDONTOWN Perfecting Nail Veil Enhancing Nail Color
Forest green
While you may usually wear a deep shade like burgundy for winter and Fall, how about a different dark, dramatic color like forest green? A great way to add a quick, on-trend element to all of your outfits.
OPI Infinite Shine Nail Polish Lacquer
Nude
A soft pink or nude shade is on trend any time of year. Look for a nude shade with beige or orange tones to fit the Fall season.
Dark caramel
Caramel shades look beautiful for Fall. The essie nail polish (below) has a shimmer, so it’s ideal for party season. This polish has good reviews from wearers who say it is highly pigmented and good quality, and it also comes in bright red, orange, and green if you want to treat yourself to a few different colors.
Burgundy
A dramatic classic that is ideal to go with your winter party outfits. Add burgundy nail varnish to your favorite little black dress outfit.
Christian Louboutin Lalaque Le Vernis Brillant
Mustard yellow
Yellow is a bold, beautiful shade that doesn’t have to be reserved for sunny months. Choose a mustard yellow shade for Fall. Perfect to bright up your favorite jeans and sweater outfit, even on the dullest days.
Also look at our article on how to wear yellow.
HERMÈS Les Mains Hermès Nail Enamel
Gold and sparkly
A little bit of bling for you now. If you have parties coming up, you could add gold nail polish to your look. The Emilie Heathe nail polish (below) has bamboo extract to help nourish your nails.
Emilie Heathe Nail Artist Nail Polish
coral
Coral is often a shade you associate with summer, probably because it looks lovely against white shades and tanned skin. But it is also just as stylish for Fall and Winter. The orange base adds a warm element that is perfect for all seasons.
butter LONDON Patent Shine 10 X Nail Lacquer
navy
If you like a darker nail shade but don’t want to go too “gothic”, then choose navy rather than black. We also love the coral, nude, and gold shades in the CHANEL LE VERNIS range.
CHANEL LE VERNIS Longwear Nail Color
Fuschia
Add a pop of bright color to your winter and Fall outfits with the Gucci nail polish (below). Perfect to wear against black or navy in the colder months.
Gucci Vernis à Ongles Nail Polish
Polish sets
If you want to give yourself a few nail color options this season, then choosing a nail polish set with different shades is the perfect choice. Also a great idea if you’re looking for gifts this season.
Emilie Heathe The Liquid Assets Nail Polish Set
Londontown Total Care Gift Set
Continue reading:
- How To Choose The Right Nail Color And Avoid “Old Lady” Hands
- How To Care For Your Nails And Do A Manicure At Home
- 5 Tips To Instantly Improve Your Style
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