The season of beauty, autumn is in the air and there’s no better way to embrace the change than having a striking manicure to boot. Whilst the classic autumn manis remain timeless, we’ve rounded up six of the trendiest nail art looks to keep your sets spiced up all season long.
Rich in warm, earthy tones, from chic French tips to whimsical forests and ever-so-in-vogue animal prints, we’ve got you covered with the cosiest collection of autumn-inspired nail art designs. Whether you're snuggled up watching films or out walking the fall foliage, these manicures will be the perfect finishing touch.
Pull on your favourite jumper and pour out a cup of hot apple cider, let’s find your set of the season.
Animal Print Gel Nail Polish Art
Unleash your wild side with this playful animal print manicure that roars with autumnal colour. Pairing a toasty, toffee nude Gel Nail Polish with a spicy pop of orange, this set perfectly matches the vibrancy of the season. Begin with a flawless nude base using French Kiss, before painting your fierce French Tips using a Thin Nail Art Brush and Easy Tiger. Create a reverse French effect at the bottom of your nail using Act Your Beige, before finishing with a Dotting Tool and Black Out to breathe your animal print to life. Whether you’re heading out or curling up under the blankets, this gel manicure is certain to bring the excitement.
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To recreate our Animal Print gel nail art, watch our Youtube tutorial here.
Magical Mushrooms Gel Nail Polish Art
Enchanted forest vibes, this magical mushroom gel manicure takes you on a trip to your best nail art look yet. With an earthy feel, this set embraces autumn's mystical energy and will have you lost in its mesmerising beauty. Get started by swirling shades of Green Gel Nail Polish, such as Amazonian and Thyme to Shine to create that natural, rustic charm. Taking the indulgent Red Velvet Gel Nail Polish, paint the tops of your mushrooms, before switching to Just White to paint the stems and spots. The perfect companion for all your autumn adventures, with this set, you’ll feel unstoppable.
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To recreate our Magical Mushrooms gel nail art, watch our Youtube tutorial here.
Red Checkers Gel Nail Polish Art
An autumn gel manicure that you’ll be zooming to create, this trendy checkerboard nail art is the winner of the season. Bringing together a muted red Gel Nail Polish with a hint of a golden, pearly shimmer, this set gives your autumn mani a playful twist whilst staying true to its warm, cosy and inviting roots. After applying two coats of Pearlescent Rose Quartz Gel Nail Polish, simply paint on your grid lines using Red Velvet and your longest Thin Nail Art Brush in a slow, careful manner. Cross the finish line by filling in the gaps to form your checkers, riding off into the distance with the perfect cosy mani - pumpkin spice latte in hand.
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To recreate our Red Checkers gel nail art, watch our Mini Tutorial Highlight on Instagram here.
Multi French Tip Gel Nail Polish Art
A classic French manicure made better. Using an effortless autumn colour scheme, this multi-shade mani gives your set a seasonal spin in a subtle way. Each tip should be painted in a classic autumnal, rich natural shade, ranging from bark-like browns to forest greens, old golds, and everything in between. We’ve opted for French Kiss Gel Nail Polish as a base, with our French tips coloured using Cabin Fever, Au Naturel, Stumped, Into the Wild and Walking on Eggshells Gel Nail Polish. Perfectly pairing with your seasonal wardrobe, this is a set is a must-have in your autumn gel nail art rotation.
For a little help in creating the perfect French Tips at home, use our French Nail Tip Guides, designed for easy, consistent and accurate application every time.
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To recreate our Multi French Tip gel nail art, watch our Mini Tutorial Highlight on Instagram here.
Cow Print Gel Nail Polish Art
Animal print is spreading everywhere this season, and we’re glad that the udder-ly fabulous cow print is making an impression. Whilst the star of the show, the rich brown Gel Nail Polishes, off-whites and golden details tie the look together. To create the cow print, simply use the Gel Nail Polish brush to dab spots of Dirtbag over top of Walking on Eggshells, and mix up the rest of your mani using Stumped, Shimmer Me Timbers, French Kiss and Poppin’ Bottles. Quick and easy to create using colours that are notably flattering, this is the ideal gel manicure for those looking to spend less time on their nail art and more time embracing the season’s splendour.
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To recreate our Cow Print gel nail art, watch our Mini Tutorial Highlight on Instagram here.
Tortoiseshell Tips Gel Nail Polish Art
Embrace the beauty of the outdoors and the shifting of the seasons with this gorgeous tortoiseshell gel manicure. The perfect combination of earthy and edgy, this set mixes Pining For You, a sheer, forest Green Gel Nail Polish with timeless tortoiseshell tips. Effortlessly created using our Tortoiseshell Polish Pack, simply mix Rich Mahogany and Colonel Mustard together on a Nail Art Palette, and paint your French tip. Apply a thin coat of Blooming Gel to your tip, dab on spots of Dirtbag, followed by Stumped and Black Out using your Oblique Brush, before painting an outline using Pining For You. Bringing a touch of nature to your fingertips, with this set, you won’t need to leave the cosy confines of your home to experience the magic of autumn.
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To recreate our Tortoiseshell Tips gel nail art, watch our Youtube tutorial here.
