Autumn has arrived, and our nails are here for it! Alongside countless tantalising trends of the season, super chic nail designs are cropping up all over our social feeds. Autumn nail designs this year are cool and crisp, celebrating autumn leaves and nude tones, animal print and retro swirls. Looking for an Autumn gel nails design that will get you through the coming chill? We’ve compiled our top 50 Autumn Nail Designs to try in 2021.
@Kyliejenner’s Leopard Lovin’ Look
First up is this French-manicured leopard print masterpiece worn by our favourite to-be mum, Kylie Jenner.
French manicure, but make it colourful. Yep, you heard that right! This classic trend can adapt to so many looks, it would be a pity not to try them all. For example, you can pick your favourite shades of brown and recreate a set inspired by the hues of fallen leaves.
@kayli.boyle loveeee fall colors🤎🍂 #nailtok #fypシ #foryou #foryoupage #fall ♬ to the salon short version bethannrobinson – Beth Ann
@valerieescobar this is your sigh to get black french tip nails🖤💅 #frenchtipnails #blacknails #fallnails2022 #nailinspo2022 ♬ super freaky girl nicki minaj out now – SUPER FRE@KY GIRL OUT NOW !!
Blue And White Swirls By @Vwnails_
These two-toned royal blue and white contrasting swirls by @vwnails_ are an Autumn nail design we’re obsessing over.
More abstract designs ideas:
Nails with swirls have gone viral throughout 2021 and summer 2022, so I understand – it’s hard to let go of such a simple yet effective nail art design. Neutral shades and a touch of dark burgundy make the swirl nail design go a long way even through the upcoming season.
@connie.wi who’s ready for fall? 😌🍂🍁 #fallnails2022 #diynailartist #naillacquers #lacquerartist #autumnnails #tiktoktaughtme #neutralnails #backtoschoolnails ♬ Nonsense – Sabrina Carpenter
@agalorynowicz 🍂 fall nails 🍂 #nails #autumnnails #fallnails #gelnails #nailpolish @elisium.nails ♬ See You Again (Piano Arrangement) – Alexandre Pachabezian
@overglowedit Brown nail art inspo for fall 🍂 #nailartideas #fallnailart #fallnails2022 ♬ bad habit – <3
@Nailsbysuman’s Nude Khaki Fantasy
Some of the best fall nail designs use 2021 trending colours: khaki, brown and nudes.
@Heluviee’s Alternating Sage Nails
@heluviee uses this gorgeous sage colour to create these alternating autumn nails.
Here’s some more negative space ideas for your nails:
Some forms of nail art will never go away, and negative space might be one of these everlasting trends.
@aminaoui iconic shade is@GELCARE® Cabernet 🧣🍂🍎 #nailarttutorial #fallnails #autumnnails #fallnailinspo #nailsartvideos ♬ dark beach – record audios.
@connie.wi it’s the mini acorns for me 😭🍂 #fallnails2022 #autumnnails #gelxnailsathome #diygelxnails #backtoschoolnails #fallnailart #easydiynails #dailycharme ♬ Rockstar by Hannah Montana – theamandaallenshow
@Joelyoceannails’s Pink And Green Retro Swirls
@joelyoceannails uses contrasting shades Sage and Earth by @glossifyofficial to create a retro Autumn nail design Austin Powers would be proud of.
@Joelyoceannails’s Cutest Pink Cuticles
Never mind the tips, this Autumn it’s all about cuiticles. @joelyoceannails uses these pretty pink shades to create this whimsical Autumn nail design.
@Sarahsgelnails Brown Retro Swirls
Autumn is the time for Cappuccinos and Cinnamon Swirls. These decadent chocolate swirls are a real mocha fantasy. Mmmmmmm.
@Daniellemetz Nude Tips
@daniellemetz shows off her alternating nude nail tips; super on trend, effortlessly chic, and a cute and easy Autumn nail design.
@Katiealice_nail_design’s Nude Raindrops
@katiealice_nail_design uses her nude @glossifyofficial colours to create this Autumn raindrop fantasy in trending tones white and brown.
@Chaunlegend’s Croc Print Tips
Autumn nail designs this year will be full of print. Just look acroc t these stunning croc print tips in true Autumn colours by @chaunlegend.
@Nailsbycaroline_’S Pina Colada Swirl Tips
We wish we were on the beach sipping a Pina Colada with @nailsbycaroline_ Autumn swirl interpretation. She uses @the_gelbottle_inc’s GelPot3, with shades of piña colada and tortie.
@Danakindofday Red Feminine Sketch
@danakindofd shows off her Autumn nail design by @glamournailsfitchburg. These bright red beauties are painted with delicate feminine sketches.
@Naileditbeauty Pumpkin Spice Swirl
@naileditbeauty transports us to Pumpkin Spice Latte season with these warm nude retro swirls. She uses colours from the Hollie Barker X Glossify collection.
@Holliebarkernailartist’s Little Black Nails
Go sleek and shiny with these ultra chic black nails by @holliebarkernailartist. She uses this sultry black tone from @glossifyofficial.
Is black too overpowering for you? Then try these delicious burgundy ideas instead…
This might as well be the number one shade for autumn. Let’s be honest – we’ve all longed for the simplicity of a perfectly crafted, shiny set of burgundy acrylic nails!
@emmablaz can’t go wrong with these 💅🏼💅🏼 #nailvlog #fallnailinspo #fallnails2022 #fallnailinspo2022 #classicnails #acrylicnails ♬ original sound – Jessica Reilly
@jellybeanpolish I’m ready to start wearing fall colors! I don’t care if it’s still 90 degrees out. 🥵😂 Are you starting to wear your fall polish or holding out a little longer? Here’s a swatch of @Olive Ave Polish Sumac. It has such a beautiful shimmer and a great formula! It’s definitely a one-coater. (I always wear 2 coats for extra protection on my nails though.) #fallnails #fallnails2022 #nailswatches #nailswatcher #fallnails🍂🍁💅🏻 #nailtok #nailtiktok #nailvideos ♬ Always Remember Us This Way – Lady Gaga
@sydbrowny Autumn incoming… 🍂🍁💋🥀❤️🔥 save for your next nail appointment! #nailinspo #autumnaesthetic #autumnnails #fallnails #fallnails2022 #fallnailcolors #thatgirl #neutralstyle #autumntrends ♬ original sound – Kenz Lawrén
@Nailmailbykhlo Blue Sky And Smiles
We’re getting distinct day fezzie vibes with these blue sky, smily face creations by @nailmailbykhlo. She uses @candy.coat Pro palette shade Summer.
@Pressedbycharlotte_’S Milky White & Bright White Swirls
These milky swirls are Autumn nail perfection. @pressedbycharlotte_uses @glossifyofficial shades milky white & bright white to create this look.
@Naildbykimberley’s Black To Black Swirl Tips
This gorgeous creation by @kiaraskynails blends shades Pure White, Black To Black and Flower Child to create this sophisticated fantasy.
@Pressedbycharlotte_ Soft Pink Snakes
@pressedbycharlotte_uses a pale pink base to paint on her snake like swirls in the stunning Autumn nail design. To recreate the look use shades from @glossifyofficial & @the_gelbottle_inc.
@Paintbyjaz’s Ghost Glamour
@paintbyjaz is ready for spooky season with these adorable (and glamorous) ghouls. She uses shades from @salonsystem #GELLUX: Light Pink Builder Gel, Purely White and Black Onyx.
@Sarahsgelnails’s Pink Halloween
Feel cute and spooky with these chilling designs by @nailz_by_dev @nailzbydevshop. To recreate this Halloween horror, use colours from @thegelbottleireland.
Getting your nails ready for Halloween? Here’s some more scary cool ideas!
If the reason why you love this season so much is the approaching of All Hallows’ Eve, then perhaps you can get inspired by your favourite horror movie for a scary-cool nail set. Get inspired by Halloween nail art!
@fitisabel3 My hyper focused is nails right now if you can’t tell #greenscreen #fallnails2022 ♬ original sound – Xiuwen Liu
@yvetteemariee Day 2 of Halloween nails!!!! ❤️🧛🏻♀️ #halloweentok #yvetteemarieetiktok #yvetteemarieenails #nailsbyyvetteemariee #nailart #longnails #nailtok ♬ toxic change – William Antranig Mar
@kayleekersey IT nails for the Halloween season 😍 #fyp #pickacardnails #viral #SoundcoreGoForGold #blood #IT #holloween #nails #nailart ♬ Monster Mash – Countdown Singers
@Beautybyelee’s Caramel Latte Nails
Dreaming of a caramel latte? This Autumn gel nails design by @beautybyelee has us running to the local coffee shop for a toasty Cappuccino date.
@Tori.Nailedit 60s Monochrome Swirl Tips
@tori.nailedit takes us back to the swinging sixties with this monochrome Autumn gel nails design. Feel like Cruella Devill using @glossifyofficial shades black & white one coat gel.
@Nailsbykirstenchanel’s Nude Spectrum
This Autumn gel nails design uses a spectrum of nude shades to celebrate this fashion-forward season. Nudes are the new Colours this Autumn.
@Nails_byesther’s Black And Tan Tips
@nails_byesther contrasts @valentinobeautypure shades in Glamorous Nude, Gel 051 & 048. Feel super chic this Autumn with this sophisticated Autumn gel nails design.
@Nails_byesther Cafe Au Lait
These whimsical designs by @nails_byesther take coffee and milk to a whole new level. Get this Autumn Gel Nails Design using @valentinobeautypure Gel polishes 112 & 011.
@Ps_nailss’s Earthy Mosaic Tips
@ps_nailss uses fabulous earthy Autumn tones to create this cell-like mosaic creation. If you have a delicate hand, just paint the tips to make this look really pop.
@Chloehayward_’S Hot Chocolate Swirl
Nail artist @bw.nails creates this mouth-watering dark hot chocolate swirl Autumn nail design that looks good enough to drink.
@Bw.Nails
Nail artist @bw.nails creates this mouth-watering dark hot chocolate swirl Autumn nail design that looks good enough to drink.
@Joelyoceannails Nova Check
This press on creation by @PressedByJ Gives us distinct Burberry Nova Check vibes. A super chic y2k design is perfect for 2021 Autumn trends.
@Kuypernailart’s Nude Zebra
This alternating nude zebra Autumn nail design is giving us major safari vibes. Get the look using shades from @lightslacquer: ‘Mila’ ‘Matilda’ ‘Lyla’ ‘Emma’ ‘Alyanna’ and ‘Olivia’.
@Nails.By.Zo_’S Mermaid Leaves
These Teal toned Autumn gel nail designs will make your friends leafy green with envy. The subtle monochrome leaves are skillfully etched in using shades from @kiarasky: Now and Zen, Pretty Fly and Pure White.
Autumn patterns are all the rage during the chill season, so why not experiment a little with these looks?
If you loved the knitted-effect nails we’ve seen during winter, rest assured you’ll absolutely love these nail designs. It’s all in the details!
@connie.wi which nail is your fav? 🍂 #amazonnails #fallnails2022 #autumnnails #gelxnailsathome #diygelxnails #backtoschoolnails ♬ Chill Vibes – Tollan Kim
@nailsbybecerra Responder a @brianaandazola3 #thanksgivingnailart #nailartist #3D #fallnails2022 #uñasdeotoño #uñasotoñales🍂🍁🍂 #shortnails #uñascortas #uñasmate #u ♬ Amapolas – Leo Rizzi
@Nails.By.Zo_’S Autumn Mosaic
These Autumn mosaic tips are created using neutral earthy tone from @the_gelbottle_inc . Use matt nude shades for the rest of your nail to make this look really pop.
Mosaic and marbles: if you like these geometrical, abstract designs, then here’s another top tier look for you!
The marble effect on acrylic nails has peaked in popularity somewhere around 2015, and some aficionados of the look are trying to repurpose it this year.
@glitter_cave Autumn Marbling Acrylics 2022 #nails #autumnnails #nailtrend #nailinspo #nailvideo #glittercave #worthingacrylic #worthing #squarenail ♬ BILLIE EILISH. – Armani White
@Overglowedit’s Two Toned Tips
This easy Autumn nail design is super simple to create, using coffee and cream shades to create a two toned tip look.
@Overglowedit’s Caramel Patterns
This babe uses the @chinaglazeofficial Autumn Spice Collection to create these fabulous caramel nail designs.
@Lightslacquer’s Checkerboard
@disseynails Creates these Mixed checks in white and red will spice up your coziest sweaters. For these exact colours choose @Lightlacquer shades Misfit Toys and Midnight Train.
@Disseynails Yin And Yang
Feel Zen this Autumn with this Yin and Yang design by @disseynails. Perfect this look using @lightslacquer shades Paper Snow, Tuxedo Mask, Emma and Jefa.
@Disseynails’s Groovy Baby
This Autumn gel nail design is Austin Powers approved. Feel groovy this autumn with this swirl flower patterns. Recreate the look using @lightslacquer shades Adaline, Yours Truly, A Temporary Madness, A Mysterious Affair, Midnight Train and Fiona.
@Pop_polished’s Autumn Leaves
This stunning Autumnal creation uses The China Glaze Autumn Spice collection To create these matt nails with gold foil.
@Beautyworksbyamy’s Tortoiseshell
Make your friends green with envy with these tortoiseshell nails created using the NEW @the_gelbottle_inc Bottega Tortie Kit (Glass Yellow, Chocolate and Jet Black.)
@Beautyworksbyamy’s Pink And Green Half Moons
These green half moons contrast beautifully with shiny pink nails. Get the look using @the_gelbottle_inc shade Peacock.
@Beautyworksbyamy’s Dotty Details
A super quick and easy Autumn nail design to try this month. Go simple with dotty details using @the_gelbottle_inc in shade BIAB Teddy Jet black.
@Nailsbymilee’s Green Speckled Details
These green speckled nails are super chic and give us major mini egg vibes. Switch up the colour to experiment this Autumn.
@Lefevrediary’s Simple White
This easy Autumn nail design features simple white nails. Try this look for a super chic and simple nail transformation.
@Joydumpling’s Nude Drip
These nude dripping nails give us caramel mocha vibes, an Autumn gel nail design created using @opi_professionals shades Coastal Sand-tuary, Endless Sun-ner and Cliffside karaoke.
@Joelyoceannails’s Gold Swirl
Exude opulence with these subtle gold swirls. To create this look use @glossifyofficial shade Naturabuild Pink as your base, be sure to trace gold swirls delicately to maintain this lavish illusion.
Not ready to say goodbye to the sparkly glitz and glamour of summer? Gold isn’t your only option. Instead, have a look at these glittery designs, capable of easing you into the upcoming season with a lighter approach.
@jellybeanpolish 🤎🧡💛 Fall skittle mani using @holotaco glitter polishes 💛🤎🧡 #holotaco #skittlemani #skittlenails #fallnails #fallnails2022 #glitternails #holonails #nailtok #nailtiktok #nailvideos #nailswatches ♬ Younger Now – Miley Cyrus
@jellybeanpolish 🍁 @holotaco combo for fall—I’m Over Brew + Solar Unicorn Skin + Matte Taco 🍁 #holotaco #holotacocombo #fallnails #fallnails🍂🍁💅🏻 #fallnails2022 #nailswatch #nailtok #nailtiktok ♬ exile – Taylor Swift
@nailedforlife last year fall nails🍂 #nails #nailart #fallnails2021 #fallnails2022 #naildesigns #nailinspo #nailinspiration #lovenails #tiktok #nailtutorial #nailvideo ♬ BILLIE EILISH. – Armani White
@Nailartbyqueenie’s Cow Print Tips
Western vibes incoming! These cow print tips have us moo-ing in approval. This Autumn nail design is bang on trend for 2021, pair with a Western hat and boots to complete this cowboy creation.
@Cinziabayliszullo’s Nude Flame Tips
We love the flame nail trend, but this Autumn let’s keep it subtle. @anouskaanastasia creates these nude translucent flames that are the perfect Autumn nail design for 2021.
@Sar’s Ahsgelnails’ Animal Print Swoosh
Animal prints are a must this autumn, we simply love these tip swooshes in nude animal print on a pink blush base. @thegelbottleireland creates this look using @glossifyoffial shades ‘𝘊𝘰𝘤𝘰𝘢’, ‘𝘊𝘢𝘳𝘢𝘮𝘦𝘭’, ‘𝘞𝘰𝘰𝘥𝘺’, ‘𝘏𝘰𝘯𝘦𝘺’, ‘𝘊𝘰𝘰𝘬𝘪𝘦’, and ‘𝘗𝘶𝘮𝘱𝘬𝘪𝘯’.
@Sophiatuxford’s Au Naturale
Keep it natural with these sleek and shiny nude nails by @sophiatuxford.
@Nailsbycanishiea’s Nude Patterns
Celebrate Autumn 2021 with these super chic nude patterns.
