As the leaves start to change, it’s the perfect time to let your nails match the cozy, colorful vibes of fall. Fall leaves nail designs bring all the autumn beauty right to your fingertips — warm tones, golden glitters, and rustic patterns that celebrate the season. Whether you love simple, chic nails or bold artistic designs, these fall leaf manicure ideas are sure to inspire your next salon visit.
1. Classic Autumn Leaves
Warm shades of orange, red, and gold painted as falling leaves on nude nails create a timeless fall look.
2. Gold Foil Leaves
Add a metallic touch with gold leaf foil for a subtle yet glamorous autumn sparkle.
3. Matte Brown Base
Pair a matte brown polish with small orange and yellow leaves for a cozy, sweater-weather vibe.
4. Gradient Fall Tips
Create an ombré effect using fall colors like burgundy, caramel, and mustard — perfect for leaf designs on the tips.
5. Transparent Leaf Accents
Keep it minimal with clear nails and delicate hand-painted leaves — soft, elegant, and classy.
6. Burnt Orange Elegance
Burnt orange nails with golden leaf decals give a warm, earthy glow that screams autumn.
7. Leaf French Tips
A creative twist on French nails — replace white tips with painted fall leaves for a festive finish.
8. Glitter Leaf Nails
Use gold and copper glitter polish to highlight tiny leaf details for a shimmery fall effect.
9. Burgundy and Gold Combo
Deep burgundy nails paired with metallic gold leaf art create a rich and elegant autumn look.
10. Forest Green Leaves
For a natural touch, try dark green nails with hand-painted brown and yellow leaves.
11. Neutral Leaf Art
Cream or taupe base with delicate brown leaf outlines — simple yet sophisticated for everyday wear.
12. Mix-and-Match Autumn
Combine different designs — glitter, matte, and leaf art — on each nail for a playful fall manicure.
