5 Biggest Nail-Polish Trends For Fall 2022
5 Huge Nail Trends That'll Rule Your Mood Board This Fall
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If summer is the Elle Woods of nail-polish colors — bright, fun, the perfect accoutrement to holding fuzzy pink pens — then fall is the Wednesday Addams. It's darker, moodier, and bold as hell . . . and definitely not traveling to Harvard Law School for a man.
Over the last few months, we've seen the return of minimalist beauty, and the upcoming season's biggest nail-polish trends are definitely sticking to that theme.
"This fall, we are going to see a lot of subtle nail art, from foils to dainty details like hearts and dots," Rachel Apfel Glass, founder of nail studio Glosslab, tells POPSUGAR. If you aren't a fan of nail art and like to keep things a little more classic, not to worry, Glass says: "As far as colors, neutrals including earthy browns and charcoal grays will be hugely popular."
Ahead, we break down the biggest nail trends you're going to see everywhere this fall. Keep scrolling to peep our predictions and shop the products needed to make your nails the envy of everyone in the room.
— Additional reporting by Renee Rodriguez
Fall Nail Trends: Charcoal Gray
"Charcoal gray is a brighter neutral, making it the perfect transitional shade from summer to fall. You can also go lighter or darker depending on your preference," Glass says. This Zoya Nail Polish ($10) is the perfect moody gray to add to your collection.
Fall Nail Trends: Charcoal Gray
If you're looking for a lighter gray, this color of Idun Minerals Nail Polish ($7) is the perfect mix between neutral and trendy.
Fall Nail Trends: Earthy Brown
"Perfectly balancing out a fun, bright summer dress, don't underestimate the power of a good, earthy brown tone," Glass tells POPSUGAR. Brown has seen a huge comeback over the last few months, especially in tones like this Zoya Nail Polish ($10).
Fall Nail Trends: Earthy Brown
Although we're stans of a deep earthy-brown nail polish, sometimes the outfit requires a lighter shade. Our pick? The OPI Nail Lacquer Brown Nail Polish ($11).
Fall Nail Trends: Earthy Brown
If you're somewhere in between wanting a lighter versus darker brown, try out the OPI Nail Lacquer in Squeaker of the House ($11). This color is the perfect pick for when you just can't decide!
Fall Nail Trends: Silver French
If you want to go a little bold with your silver french, try adding silver tips with a bit of glitter. The OPI Infinite Shine 2 Long-Wear Lacquer in Silver on Ice ($13) is our pick for adding a little extra something to your mani.
Fall Nail Trends: Silver French
"A classic take on an old favorite, the silver french is super dainty and pretty and will become even more all the rage this fall," Glass says. Say bye-bye to boring french manicures, and grab a bottle of the Kyda Silver Nail Polish ($10) while you still can.
Fall Nail Trends: Foils
Glass says, "Foils are a fun way to add some sparkle to a regular manicure, without too much hassle, and they've become very popular among our clients. Add them over any neutral fall shade for a fun pop." The Eseres Nail Foil 3D Sparking Gold Flakes For Nails ($9) come with all the tools you need to give yourself the perfect at-home manicure with foil art.
Fall Nail Trends: Little Details
As for nail art, Glass tells POPSUGAR, "Subtle nail art will be all the rage, from tiny hearts to little dots. And don't be afraid to mix bright and neutral shades to really make them stand out!" In order to make all of your subtle nail-art dreams come true, make sure you grab all the tools necessary, like the Saviland Nail Art Brush Set ($13).
