Fall 2024's Biggest Nail Trends Include Moody Jellies and Prismatic Chrome

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Fall 2024’s Biggest Nail Trends Include Moody Jellies and Prismatic Chrome

Embrace the moody and mysterious vibe of fall with these dark and sultry nail designs. Click to discover more captivating nail art trends.

I totally feel you on that, girl. A classic cherry red or pastel yellow mani is always a vibe, but when autumn rolls around, I’m all about those deep, moody shades – plums, chocolate browns, rich burgundies, navy blues, and of course, the timeless black. (Gotta give a shoutout to my girl Lauren Conrad and her iconic 2007 black nail look, am I right?)

Fall nails are just on another level, you know? As manicurist LaTara Haye puts it, “Transitioning seasons is fun. Your surroundings are changing, and so is nail fashion. With all the festivities like Halloween and Thanksgiving, there’s just this celebratory spirit in the air. And the colors can really alter your mood, making you want to switch up your mani.”

This season, the celeb manicurists are going all in on the fall vibes. We’re talking essential dark and moody shades, but also some cool chromes, edgy sheers, and even an updated take on that summer Brat green.

Anyway, I’ve rounded up all the coolest fall nail trends to help you plan out your first mani of the season. Time to get that fall lewk on lock!

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All Green Everything

Ooh, I love that Brat green is carrying over into fall – it’s just such a vibe, you know? Celebrity manicurist Julie Kandalec says it’s a shade that’s really holding strong. “Green is a shade that’s firmly trending. It’s unusual, and makes for a conversation starter,” she explains.

Her top pick for fall is the Chanel Le Vernis in Reveuse – that acid green color. “Chanel is always known for being a step in front of the trends, so you know it’s going to be huge,” she says. I’m totally here for that unexpected pop of color to mix things up for fall.

It’s just such a cool, edgy take on the typical autumnal hues. Gotta keep ’em guessing, right? This Chanel green is definitely gonna be a head-turner.

Charcoal Jelly

Celebrity manicurist Jin Soon Choi calls this trend “sheer with attitude” – a hint of greige in a sheer polish for a “cool, edgy vibe.” It’s a fresh, sophisticated take on the classic nude nail. Her pick is JINSoon’s Serenity, a light smokey greige shade. This new sheer look with a moody twist is perfect for rocking that fall mani.

Glam Goth

Fall is the perfect time to go big and bold. Manicurist Jenny Bui created a dramatic dark reddish-black stiletto set for Cardi B and says it’s perfect for the season. “The fall season reminds people of Halloween so the length gives off the perfect fall vibes,” she explains. Bui applied “5XL” stiletto tips to Cardi, but you can get the look on any length nail. Just layer OPI Big Apple Red and OPI Black Onyx for that rich, dramatic gothic glamour. “The trick is to evenly coat the nails because any uneven nail polish will show on a simple nail like this,” says Bui.

Matte Manis

Haye is all about the matte finish for fall. “Matte manicures spark up style and creates art for the individual that may not want detailed nail art,” she explains. “A manicure with a matte finish can stand out in the room as much as embellished manicures.” Go fully matte or mix it up with shiny French tips.

Kandalec was behind the manis at the Christian Cowan A/W 24 fashion show and cites the matte black as a look that feels “both edgy and refined” and ideal for a “sleek, understated elegance.” Matte nails are very easy to DIY; Kandalec used CND’s Black Pool and Matte Shellac Top Coat at the Cowan show for a “leather-like texture.”

Chocolate Brown

Swap your usual burgundy and black shades for a luscious chocolate brown this year, says manicurist Steph Stone, citing Essie’s Odd Squad as a top pick. “It reads as a neutral so it really has the versatility to be worn for any occasion and is flattering on all skin tones.” To make sure your mani or pedi looks picture perfect, Stone says to focus on “painting inside the lines,” as darker shades can get messy fast. Grab a small concealer brush and dip in polish remove for easy clean up.

Magnetic Chrome

Take your nail art up a notch for fall with prismatic, shape-shifting chromes and magnetic effects. Celebrity manicurist Tom Bachik, who sculpts the nails of Selena Gomez, Camila Cabello, and Jennifer Lopez, is a fan. “I love the magnetic, cat-eye effect and chrome shades in general, ideally with holographic effects,” he says. “As we get into the cooler weather, the different chromatic effects create depth and dimension to the color, allowing the nails to match all outfits—no matter what fall weather looks like wherever you are based!” You don’t need to go to the salon to get the look; Bachik likes imPRESS press-on nails in shades Better Things, Levels, and Infinity.

Seasonal Ombré

Ombré hair is making a comeback and so are ombré nails. “Ombré and mixing and matching colors with fun tonal shades on the nails is a great option,” says Bachik. “Warmer, deeper, earthier tone shades will be trending. Ombré looks are timeless but especially beautiful for fall.” At the salon, ask for a gradient of similar shades or DIY with a few tones and a small sponge to blend them together.

Aperol Spritz Orange

Don’t leave your summer drink behind when the weather changes. According to Kandalec, bright orange shimmer reminiscent of the delicious cocktail “works as a perfect transition shade from summer to fall, and gives a holiday nod in the winter.” She recommends Lights Lacquer, “Aperol Spritz, Anyone?”

Moody Tones

Both Choi and Bachik want you to indulge your dark side this season, whether it’s with deep navy blues like Essie’s Step Out of Line (Bachik’s pick) or a chic jelly color in a transitional shade, like JINsoon’s moody periwinkle Halcyon or plum-garnet Ember.