7 Autumn-to-Winter Manicures That Scream
As a beauty editor who specialises in staying at the forefront of the biggest and best nail trends, I pride myself on having a nail moodboard ready and waiting for every occasion. Whether it’s sparkly looks ahead of party season, festive nails for when Christmas rolls around or simply a go-to list of expensive-looking nail colours perfect for wearing year-round, trust me, I’m prepped and ready for every occasion.
Right now, however, we’re at somewhat of an interesting time — no longer autumn (at least in respect to the temperatures outside) yet not quite winter either, the current weather has left me feeling a little unsure about just which pool of trends I should be choosing from. So, I thought, why not start fresh and pull together some inspiration that perfectly channels this tricky transitional time? Think nail colours that we loved throughout the autumn months, yet with a winter-approved spin, or nail art that can see you through from early December and into the new year, too.
So, without further ado, these are the best autumn-to-winter nail trends, chosen by a nail-obsessed beauty editor…
The Best Autumn-to-Winter Nail Trends
1. Mulled Wine Nails
Autumn may have been all about rich red tones; however, for winter, we’re transitioning into a red with a little more depth. Mulled wine nails, AKA a wine red with a hint of sparkle, tap into the Christmas spirit without feeling overtly festive, perfect for those who prefer to keep their Christmas nails a little more muted.
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Nail Colour
A great affordable option.
Nailberry
Oxygenated Nail Lacquer in Very Merry Merlot
This has the prettiest sparkle running through it.
2. Plaid Print
I recently wrote a whole article about our current love for checkered nails, so of course I had to include them in this roundup. This set by nail artist Queenie Nguyen is a great example of checkered nails that bridge the gap between autumn and winter, combining our favourite autumnal shades with a winter-approved plaid design.
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Hermès
Les Mains Hermès Nail Enamel in Brown
Pair with brighter tones for an interesting contrast.
Perfect for creating sharp lines.
3. Midnight Black
Winter nails aren’t all about Christmas-approved sets; for those who prefer a more minimalist look, midnight black is the chicest way to go. Dubbed ‘winter nude’ by manicurist Julia Diogo, this crisp, clean shade looks elegant, expensive and oh-so-luxe, especially during the colder months.
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Dior
Vernis in Bold Black
A pigmented black polish.
Nails Inc.
45 Second Speedy Gloss in Black
Designed to dry faster for when you're short on time.
4. Bambi Nails
We’ve seen leopard print, zebra print and even cow print nails trending this year, however, for this transitional period there’s a new animal print nail trend taking over. Bambi nails are the cutest way to embrace animal print this season channeling the coat of the fawn in shades of rust and copper paired with creamy white dots and speckles.
