7 Cozy Fall Nail Colours to Try This Season

This fall, as you’re swapping out summer’s cotton and linen for autumn’s suede and leather, consider this your reminder to get a fresh manicure that also matches the mood of the season.

For this transitional time of year, we’re feeling inspired by the rich hues of nature. The deep reds, browns, greens and yellows of falling leaves; the ripe orange of pumpkins ready to be harvested. And, the milky browns of tea and coffee sipped from your favourite mug. To sum it up, our favourite fall nail colours this year are simply cozy. And according to our social media feeds, they’re also bang on-trend.

Ahead, we present seven fall nail colours to paint your nails this season. Plus, the most impressive polishes (and press-ons!) to shop for each shade.

Pretty plum

Autumn calls for much deeper and darker shades than summer’s neon hues. For your first gothic manicure of the season, opt for a witchy, aubergine-shaded set of nails. If you’re not quite ready to commit to jet-black tips, this cool polish is dark enough to be moody but is still technically a colour. It’s plum(b) perfect.

Chanel’s Le Vernis polishes have been re-formulated with naturally derived, brand-exclusive camellia eco-ceramides to provide a high-shine finish with every stroke. Nail the plum polish trend with this “141 Oiseau De Nuit” shade.

Care to try jelly nails this season? Strengthening your nails as it wears, Butter London’s Jelly Preserve polish in “Victoria Plum” also imparts the most stunning sheer finish with a purple tint.

Opt for olive

A sophisticated counterpart to spring’s playful mint, summer’s bratty apple green and winter’s deep forest, olive green nails are on the forecast for the fall 2024 season. This leafy shade is a seasonal mixture of brown, yellow and green, resulting in the ultimate transitional colour to paint your fingertips this September. While it’s understated in tone, it’ll still contrast nicely against all of your favourite neutral knits and toppers as temperatures dip.

Painting your nails when you’re pressed for time is a cinch with Essie’s Expressie quick-dry polishes. For a lighter approach to olive green, shop this “Cargo-go!" shade.

Must-wear mustard

So long to summer’s butter yellow nails! This autumn, we’re all about rich, mustard-coloured manicures. Mirroring the hues of changing leaves and the caramel tones of fall fashion, this vibrant colour trend is sure to keep positive vibrations high as we make our descent into the dark winter months.

We may be months away from Taurus season, but BKIND’s “Taurus” polish is a must-shop for mustard manicures. Free of 21 toxic ingredients typically found in nail polish, BKIND’s professional-grade polishes are quick-drying, long-lasting and seriously gorgeous.

Merlot, anyone?

There are blood reds, cherry reds, brick reds — the list goes on. But is it really autumn if your fingertips aren’t painted a vampy shade of red at least once this season? We think not. The trendiest red tips right now lean towards deep burgundy and merlot hues. Essentially, the darker the better — but go for a polish that still allow that red tint to shine through. I mean, what’s chicer than a mani that matches your vino?

If nail painting isn’t your forte, skip the hassle and go the press-on route. Sally Hansen’s Perfect Manicure Press Ons in “Cinna Snap” are a breeze to apply. Bonus points for their pointed almond shape that elevates that vampy feel.

O.P.I’s polishes are the one-coat wonders that never fail at-home manicurists. Add the “Como Se Llama?" shade to your cart for a highly-pigmented set of rich red nails.

Milk chocolate brown

Ease your way into autumn with a milk chocolate manicure. In tune with the season’s brown colour palette, this light, creamy shade offers a more subdued take on classic brown that feels timeless and incredibly chic. Not to mention, it pairs perfectly with a steaming hot cup of hot cocoa.

Splurge on Hermès’ Les Mains Hermès nail enamel for a long-lasting manicure with major shine. To achieve the milk chocolate look, pick up the shade “80 Gris Etoupe.”

Pumpkin spice orange

According to this fall nail colour trend, you can still play with bright colours this autumn. Go all in on commemorating pumpkin spice season with orange-painted tips guaranteed to make heads turn. Or, consider this hocus pocus-esque shade an early nod to spooky season.

Designed with PureFit technology for a comfortable wear on nails of all sizes, we love these orange press-ons from Kiss Nails’ imPRESS colour range. Did we mention they’re chip-, smudge- and water-proof?

With a “one stroke, one coat, done,” promise, bet on Sally Hansen’s Insta-Dri polishes for an impressive manicure that dries in 60 seconds. “Time Warmth” is the orange pumpkin shade you have to try.

Subtle chai

For a no-fail manicure that’ll pair well with your fall ‘fits, opt for a classic set of beige nails. Reminiscent of a cozy cup of chai, this subtle (demure, even) shade whispers: “Hello, autumn.” Until you’re ready to dive into the season’s richer hues, you can do no wrong with this minimal mani.

Paint your fingertips with Londontown Lakur’s Enhanced Colour polish in “Teatime” to get in on this barely-there colour trend. Can we talk about how fitting the name of this shade is for fall?