35 autumn nail designs that will elevate your pumpkin spice latte pic
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35 autumn nail designs that will elevate your pumpkin spice latte pic
The times they are a changing, so it's time to bid your summer nails goodbye and replace them with some autumn inspired colours, designs and art from our biggest edit to date.
We've rounded up the biggest trends from Instagram for 2020, so whether you're looking for acrylics or natural, gels or polish, we've got something for everyone.
Whether that's something Halloween themed, like a bright orange to coordinate with your pumpkin picking photoshoot, or a jet black spooky nail art design.
If you're after something a little less creepy (can't relate), don't worry, we've got you covered as well. From the richest, forest green shades, to stunning matte merlots and of the course the classic Uma Thurman Pulp Fiction inspired deep burgundy.
Not to mention the nail art we've found. From tartan stripes to graphic lines and tortoiseshell print, you might not have the steady hand to recreate them at home, but at least you can take an inspiration pic the next time you book a salon appointment.
One scroll through our gallery and you'll no longer be mourning those neon shades we've spent the last few months in.
So go, grab your pumpkin spice latte and find a suitably autumn leafy background to take your first #nailfie of the season.
Don't forget to tag us @CosmopolitanUK so we can see your handy work and who knows, you might just end up in our next nail gallery...
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1) Bad moon rising
This manicure by Betina Goldstein combines our two favourite things: black nail polish and half moons.
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2) Muted mattes
Stick to tonal shades in an autumn colour palette and leave some negative space at the base of your cuticle.
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3) Spooky tips
Not to be dramatic, but this design by The Hang Edit might just be my favourite of ALL TIME.
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4) A touch of pumpkin
For a subtle manicure that will look great in your pumpkin picking photo.
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5) Tortoise touch
With all those rich brown tones, this is the print of the season.
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6) Khaki coffins
After a summer of much-needed vitamin D, this manicure is making us want to reach for the acrylics again.
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7) Mixed spice
The one manicure that means you'll never regret your nail colour again.
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8) Petrol spill
Save the glitter for Christmas and instead play with metallic foils and negative space.
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9) Tartan stripes
A little too cliche for that Edinburgh mini break, but cute nonetheless.
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10) Curved lines
We love this subtle twist on a French manicure with the addition of forest green and curved lines.
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11) Pick 'n Mix
There's no harder job than picking your nail colour in the salon and with this design you don't have to pick just one.
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12) Patent blue
For a home manicure that looks like a gel, nothing compares to Seche Vite's Dry Fast Top Coat.
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13) Matte Merlot
We might not be able to afford the LV bag, but at least we can afford the matte mani.
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14) Mixed metals
Inject some colour into your all black with this multi-coloured metallic mani.
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15) Sweat pant season
This Yeezy inspired nail art should come with a pair of beige tracksuit bottoms.
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16) Pumpkin orange
For those of you who just can't quit that neon life, despite it being pumpkin spice season.
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17) Just do it
Upgrade your signature autumn burgundy shade with your favourite '90s logo.
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18) Two tone
Don't stray away from bright colours just because the sun's no longer out. We love this combo of cyan blue and gold.
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19) Common ground
Mix and match your nail art with an autumnal colour scheme.
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20) All black errrthang
Forget everything we just said about bright colours, this represents our entire wardrobe for the foreseeable future.
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21) Changing spots
Keep your browns for your tortoise shell print and upgrade your leopard art work instead.
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22) Dipped in gold
If you wanna make your French manicure feel that little bit less summery, these gold tips are just the answer.
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23) Seasonal tones
You can say you based your manicure on the changing leaves when really you just couldn't pick one colour.
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24) Keep it monochrome
We love the simplicity of this black and white nail art.
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25) Toffee tones
If nail art isn't your thing, switch to brown-based nudes for a manicure that gives a slight nod to the season.
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26) Autumnal moodboard
Can't pick just one new season colour? With this manicure you can pick five instead.
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27) Cher Horowitz
A matte purple and yellow polish will ensure your nails and your Clueless inspired skirt match at all times.
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28) Dark chocolate
For nails that look like our favourite snack, apply a matte top coat over a rich, dark brown.
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29) Short but sweet
Not only does this manicure remind us of autumnal sunsets, but it's proof that nail art can look just as cute on shorter tips.
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30) Tortoise hearts
Upgrade your go-to nude mani with this French heart tortoise design.
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31) Jaded
Sometimes you just can't beat a glossy forest green, no fancy designs required.
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32) Stormy marble
Addicted to marbling? Try adding browns, creams and blacks for a wintry finish.
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