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15 Popular Fall Nail Colors We’re Going to See Everywhere This Year

Shades you’re certain to fall in love with.

Headshot of Brigitt EarleyBy Brigitt Earley
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Right now, when the days suddenly seem a little bit shorter and you start to see mentions of pumpkin spice everything, manicures will begin to shift from whites and brights to neutrals and earth tones. And though September 23 is technically the first day of fall, as soon as the harvest festivals start and the stylish coats hit store racks, we're ready to change up our manicures, too.

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"For fall 2023, trending shades include warm and rich shades that reflect the cozy and vibrant mood of the season," says Julie Kandalec, celebrity manicurist and founder of Julie K Nail Academy. Shades like blue, sage, olive, berry, and a comeback of gray, says celebrity nail artist Elle Gerstein.

Nail designs are still pervasive, too. This fall, "metallics and chrome will take the lead, giving a 3D effect," says Kandalec. We'll also see creative variations on the French manicure—aka Frenchie—she adds. Peep the look in colors like neon and even designs like tortoiseshell.

Whether your go-to is a quick at-home mani (yes, press-ons and nail stickers totally count!) or a more comprehensive salon trip to swap out your nail art, these are the popular hues to try as fall 2023 ramps up.

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OPI How Great Is Your Dane? Nail Lacquer

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Shimmery brown will be a big hit this fall, says Kandalec. It's moody, but the kiss of sparkle makes it just playful enough.

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Gelish Sappy But Sweet Gel Nail Polish

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Gelish Sappy But Sweet Gel Nail Polish

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You can't go wrong with a deep berry, like this shade by Gelish. The slight sparkle is a nice surprise that's right on trend.

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Best Blue

essie Navy Blue Expressie Quick-Dry Nail Polish

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essie Navy Blue Expressie Quick-Dry Nail Polish

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Blue may be bolder than you normally go, but fall 2023 is the time to try it, says Kandalec. Nail the look with deep colors like this quick-dry shade of navy blue from Essie.

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OPI Infinite Shine Scorpio Seduction

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OPI Infinite Shine Scorpio Seduction

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Part of OPI's fall 2023 line, this sparkly cobalt is giving big zodiac energy—and we're here for it. It looks blue but shimmers a shade of pink in the light.

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Orly Act of Folly Nail Polish

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Just trust us on this one: Gerstein says this soft brown/ochre is a definite color to look for this season. It's like putting your favorite neutral cashmere sweater directly on your nails.

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Best Green

ZOYA Sage Nail Polish

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This earthy gray-green—a combination of sage and olive—looks right at home on nails of any shape this fall.

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Orly Endless Night Nail Polish

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Orly Endless Night Nail Polish

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This unique bluish gray may feel like a risk—especially with the shimmer—but Gerstein says it's on trend. Plus, think of nails as the perfect non-permanent accessory.

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OPI Have Your Panettone and Eat It Too Infinite Shine Nail Lacquer

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If you want to tap into the colors of the season, you can give pumpkin orange a try. It may be one of the more surprising colors on the list, but nail experts say the shade looks especially great on dark skin tones.

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OPI Drama at La Scala Nail Lacquer

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Fun jewel-tone shades are also popular, says Manda Mason, a manicurist at the W Nail Bar. This includes deep teals, like this hue from OPI, as well as colors like garnet, emerald, and amethyst.

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OPI Malaga Wine

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While bright reds are a perennial favorite, this year, you'll also see tons of deep, dark burgundies like Malaga Wine from OPI, says Mason.

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OPI Movie Buff

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If you prefer to go more neutral, this calming OPI shade is a soft pastel that fits right in with the warmer autumn tones.

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Best Nude

Essie Wild Nude

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For those who want to try brown but need to slowly immerse themselves in the trend, try this softer option. You can find similarly soft greens, grays, and even blues, too.

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This fall, you can expect to see more rich, cool-toned reds, says Park. Try this vibrant shade, which has those blue undertones you're looking for.

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ella mila Grey Skies

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If you're leaning toward gray this fall, try this pastel shade. It's right on trend and perfectly reminiscent of those gray winter skies to come.

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Nails Inc. Keep It Tonal 4-Piece Ombre Nail Polish Set

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Earth tones are trending, and this set offers four options that are flattering on all skin tones. Or paint each nail with a different shade to create a chic tonal ombre effect. Beautiful!

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Brigitt Earley
Contributing Writer

Brigitt is a writer, editor and craft stylist with nearly 15 years of experience. She specializes in lifestyle topics, including home, health, parenting, beauty, style, food, entertaining, travel and weddings. She has written for Glamour, People, Good Housekeeping, Women's Health, Real Simple, Martha Stewart, Apartment Therapy, The Spruce, and more.

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