Here Are The 15 Coolest Fall 2023 Nail Trends To Obsess Over

Whether or not you dread the end of summer, there’s no doubt about it: fall is quickly approaching, and with it, new nail trends that will match your stylish fall wardrobe. Get to know your new seasonal obsessions with this roundup of the latest and most popular fall 2023 nail trends seen on Instagram and throughout fashion week.

Ah, fall. There’s something magical about cooler weather, golden leaves, and, at least for us beauty lovers, seasonal nail art.

An intense wine or a classic French will never go out of style, but it’s not a bad time to opt for unexpected fall nail trends. This year, our summery shades of bright orange are getting darker, our reds are getting bolder, and we’re loving moody forest tones. Also in trend? Fun takes on French manis, inventive uses of negative space, and lots and lots of chrome polish . But don’t worry if you’re more of a traditionalist: there are still plenty of solid neutral trends but nothing boring as temperatures cool down (a bit) too.

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Get ready to hear tons of “Your nails!” Below, I’ve rounded up the best fall 2023 nail trends to get your nails ready for sweater weather and beyond.

Every season, there is a color that takes the industry by storm. This time around, it’s safe to say that red will be big for fall and winter. This season’s catwalks were dominated by one color: deep red, which appeared in practically every show.

I’m not sure if anyone has noticed this before, but fall is a prime time to throw on a sweater. A great fall manicure to accentuate your neutral-toned minimalist wardrobe is this cute two-tone French manicure.

Like clockwork, some nail polish colors come back to stand out as soon as the weather changes. Simple, sexy, and surprisingly versatile, dark brown is the quintessential nail polish color for fall.

There’s a new It Girl on TikTok.

From wardrobe essentials in a neutral palette to makeup must-haves that pull off a barely-there look, scented candles, and cozy bedding, the vanilla girls trend shows that vanilla doesn’t always have to be boring. For a manicure that looks expensive and elevated, try adding a white or cream nail lacquer to your nail polish collection.

To recreate this look at home, I recommend following my milky nails tutorial which explains what nail polishes you need to achieve this look. Or try any of the nail polishes linked below.

Do you ever crave matcha 5 times a day? Because the same. I’m seeing this ultra adorable mani everywhere and here’s why: Green is a perfect complementary color to fall’s browns.

Minimal metallic details look surprisingly chic on nude nails.

My [Instagram] Explore page is full of abstract minimalist manicures where each look is unique and perfected in its own way or very simple and classic looks with a twist, like a mini French manicure with bold colors.

Gold tips make a Frenchie feel much more luxurious and sophisticated gold looks a little more modern than classic white.

For a touch of flare, you can opt for some shiny iridescence and go for a chrome effect (yes, glazed donut nails are primed to continue their reign well into the colder months, and I’m not mad at it).

You really can never go wrong with a perfect T-shirt, button-down, blazer, or pair of trousers—& a jelly nail is a complementary mani to any staple fall outfit. Add a little pop of color with this really popular k beauty nail trend – gradient jelly nails.

You can never go wrong with velvet nails. If you want to take it up a notch and make your nails look out of this world, opt for a velvet mani. This galaxy-inspired look is an ethereal mix of silver shimmers that catch the light, making your nails change colors every time you move your hands in the light. I’m partial to this pink version, but I’ve also got my eye on aqua blue and deep red hues.

For a nail idea that’s sure to turn heads, be sure to try the incredibly viral jelly nail trend. To recreate this look, I recommend following this step-by-step guide to making DIY Jelly Nails at home on a budget.

The nights are getting longer, it’s time to get in touch with your gothic side.

Radiate good vibes with aura nails.

A combination of some of our favorite nail trends in one look, this fall manicure calls for a shiny nude base and cute star stickers to complete the look.