14 Gorgeous Fall Pedicure Colors That Are Too Stylish for the Classroom Summer is like the president of the class; she has all A’s, everyone is her buddy, and her pedicures are the same vibrant pink as her manicures. Embracing a dark, too-cool-for-school, “I knew about that band before they were on the radio” feel is the main goal of fall pedicure colors.
While the subtle shimmer and jelly finishes were lively and enjoyable, the somber fall weather makes us want a more robust, rock ‘n’ roll, metallic pedicure. We were obsessed with Aperol spritz coral over the summer. Thank you so much for treating us to a matching pedicure and just drinking red wine. And if a sky blue pedicure was pretty and cheery, navy blue and forest green create the impression of a transfer student hiding a seductive dark secret.
The hues of these somber fall pedicures will make the seasonal affective disorder too afraid to approach you. The experts below advised us on colors to consider for days that are colder both in terms of temperature and appearance.
Introducing the experts: 14 Gorgeous Fall Pedicure Colors That Are Too Stylish for the Classroom
- The creator of JINsoon and a nail artist residing in New York City is Jin Soon Choi.
- Mazz Hanna is the CEO of Los Angeles’ Nailing Hollywood.
- Celebrity nail artist Morgan Dixon works out of New Orleans.
- Based in Los Angeles, Stephanie Stone is a famous manicurist.
Black
There are a few universal truths about fall: First, summer is over on August 31, no matter how hot it is (or what Earth’s axis and the solar equinox say). Second, it’s never too soon to decorate for Halloween. Third, the appropriate transitional jacket is a leather moto jacket. We don’t make the rules.
To match, you’ll want another fall classic: a punky black pedicure. For a pure black pedi, try Nailtopia Plant Based Nail Lacquer in Respect or Korres Gel Effect Nail Color in Black. If you want a little black magic and chrome sprinkled in, try Pleasing Nail Polish in Moonlit Pond.
Metallic Silver
This shiny silver foot massage? She is just too busy to spend time with you. Fashion Week is taking place. She’s occupied taking pictures and finding a seat at Carbone (no reservations required). According to nail artist Jin Soon Choi, “These shades are particularly stunning on medium to dark skin tones.” We choose Emilie Heche Nail Artist Polish in Mr. M. or Dazzle Dry Nail Lacquer in Silver Lamé. A darker titanium silver, such as Orly Nail Polish in Shine, will stand out and contrast more if your skin tone is lighter.
Gold Rose
Choi also enjoys a more seductive metallic pedicure in rose gold. (She’s still rather busy, but she will make time to see her supporters; the Carbone’s spicy rigatoni is a bit too hot for her sensitive palate.) Consider Revlon Nail Enamel in Desirable for a very pink shade. Ciaté London Plant Pots in Good As Gold are a great option if you like your rose gold to lean more gold than pink. Of course, Lakur by Londontown Nail Polish in Kissed by Rose Gold is the finest of both worlds if you want it just so.
Rich Burgundy
Our preferences naturally shift from crisp pinot grigios and sauvignon blancs to hearty merlots and cabernets as summer begins to wane. According to Choi, “Deep red is a sophisticated and universally flattering option” also applies to our toes. inside the wine list? Genuine burgundy reds, such as Fig from Gelcare Nail paint or Audacity from JINsoon nail paint or Manicurist Paris in Hollyhock, or even a fruitier purple red.
Dusty Rose
While tulips and petunias hibernate until the next spring, you can still expect on this dusty neutral pink to appear on toes until the first frost since pink roses may bloom into late October. Sally Hansen Vegan Nail Polish is a dusty nude for those who are afraid of pink, and Zoya Nail Polish in Shimmer is ideal if you prefer your roses to have a hint of sparkling morning dew on them. Apres Nail Light and Shadow Gel Couleur varies in color from sheer pink to a mauve-y opaque depending on how many coats you paint on.
Milk Chocolate
Lemon bars are great for summertime cookouts, but now that we’re spending more evenings home, we’re in the mood for indulgent sweets like fudge brownies and hot chocolate with a shot of booze. According to Choi, “those who want a darker shade but prefer a [subtler color] can opt for a coco brown pedicure.” Butter London Patent Shine Nail Lacquer Vernis in Boozy Chocolate gives a warm, milk chocolate tone, while OPI Nail Lacquer in Purrrride creates the ideal bittersweet dark chocolate nails. Mooncat Nail Polish in Dark Horse, if you’re in the mood for something stiffer, with a shimmering cinnamon finish and the same chestnut hue as an espresso martini.
Matcha
Matcha, on the other hand, is a healthier alternative to pumpkin spice lattes. Mazz Hanna, founder and CEO of Nailing Hollywood, says that “this is a great transition shade between summer and fall since it adds a pop of color without being too overpowering for fall palettes.” For a deeper fall hue, try Ella + Mila Nail Polish in Evergreen and Le Mini Macaron in Smoky Matcha, or try Nailberry Nail Lacquer in Minty Fresh for a more subdued pistachio shade.
Forest Green
For fall pedicures, nail artist Morgan Dixon prefers a moodier green color. She suggests Boy Bye Madam Glam Gel Polish for a real forest green. For a more seductive serpentine green, try Mineral Fusion Nail Polish in Smoke and Mirrors. If your forest is less deciduous and more blue-green tropical, we also recommend Pacifica Plant Magic in London Tomboy.
Plum
Hanna notes that the lavender manicures of spring and summer have evolved into dark plums for October. If you’re not quite ready to say goodbye to warm weather hues, Hanna recommends Peacci Nail Polish in April as a transitional shade. You may go on to darker eggplant shades like 100% Pure Nail Polish in Blackberry Woods or CND Vinylux Longwear Nail Polish in Plum Paisley if you’re already wearing a sweater and Doc Martens.
Tan
If you were eschewing neon pedicures this summer and opting for subtler jelly pinks then muted taupe is a natural evolution for fall. Look for something that “falls somewhere between brown and gray,” says Hanna. Deborah Lippmann Gel Lab Pro Color Nail Polish in Feeling Myself is a great pinkish-brown nude, while Gucci Vernis à Ongles Nail Polish in Annabel Rose is more of a true khaki taupe. If you want a cooler polish with a gray hue, Côte Nail Polish in No. 125 looks super clean on toes.
Amber
Amber has a sort of mystical quality about it. Warm, glowy pedicure sort of glow, not like the Jurassic Park mosquito kind of manner (we saw how that turned out). This fall, Hanna anticipates seeing a lot of this color, especially among people who are tired of the standard jewel tones and royal hues. Hermès Nail Enamel in Jaune Imperial better reflects the topaz-citrine aspect of amber than Paintbox Nail Lacquer in Like Camel, which is a nice warm orange color. With the use of a magnet wand, ILNP Magnetic Nail Polish in Amber may give you the multidimensional appearance of authentic fossilized resin, creating a captivating shine.
Navy
Once September arrives, the Navy becomes an honorary neutral. It looks just as well with an evening gown as it does with leggings and a Fisherman’s knit sweater. Should you wish to dabble in a little bit of color, Sienna Byron Bay Nail Lacquer in Stargazer is a somber, almost-black blue. Dior Vernis Glossy Nail Polish in Denim is a reliable blue denim shade for people who want a pure blue, while Wet N’ Wild Fast Dry AF Nail Polish in Putting on Airs is a traditional maritime navy.
Cold-Faced Neutrals
This fall, celebrity manicurist Stephanie Stone predicts that toes will sport the glossy nail style. The style fulfills all requirements: “It’s professional yet playful at the same time.” It’s neutral yet sparkly at the same time, she explains. Gilded Galaxy, an Essie Special Effects Nail Polish that mimics the popular chrome powder finish, is what she suggests. For a glazed finish over a darker mauve foundation, we also enjoy Addiction Tokyo Nail Polish in Night Spell, or Habit Cosmetics Vegan Nail Polish in 11 Pearl of a Girl, which has more of an opal pearlescence.
Pink Orchid
Don’t let the arrival of fall force you to give up on vibrant hues. When the weather turns a bit drier, Stone adds that vivid orchid pink is the ideal pop of color to make your day. “The shade is slightly more muted, which is ideal for fall, even though the polish is bright.” Liquid Glass Lacquer for Static Nails in Control Rich magentas like Hottie and Chanel Les Vernis Nail Polish in Activiste are ideal. Cirque Colors Nail Polish in Plastik, which is a pink with a blue undertone that seems as though it was plugged into an outlet, is a great option if you want to give your pedicure a little extra punch.
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