September is this glorious moment between the lingering golden glow of summer and shadows of fall. And when the season changes, the first thing you change (at least, if you are, like me, is your nails). What then are the nail colors shades of September 2025 that are fresh, flattering, and fun at this point? Navel-velvet and seductively burgundy-mattes to matte sage greens to orange glitter-combinations and back to matte to make this year about having a mood, having texture, tiny sparkle factors and surprises. No matter whether you love fall gel short, dip powder or even classic DND and OPI colors, this selection is filled with ideas to bookmark or screenshot.
Velvet Matte Merlot: The New Neutral for Early Fall
It may be something about the September nails color that makes me think I want something richer, deeper–yet still soft. That craving is conjoined in this matte merlot gradient dusty mauve undertone. It’s not loud, it’s not flashy—it’s confident. Kind of like fall very early in 2025 when you have no desire to shake off the warm summers yet all you want to do is bust out your giant knits. It is structured by the square shape yet comfortable because of the velvety texture. And the minimal difference of plum and mauve on every nail? That’s the little detail that makes it chef’s kiss.
This makeup is duplicated using DND 2025 colors Satin Mulberry, Warm Embrace, both matte gel finish. Frankly speaking, DND has lately been taking over, in my case, the stage surroundings in muted transitional tones. Top with a matte top coat Opi also has one in their Infinite Shine line and you achieve the look they call velvet. Literally.
A super-smooth base will make the matte a smooth finish. After shaping the nails (this set works beautifully on 2025 short or long square nails), apply two coats of alternating colors, then cure. Top off with a decent matte top coat and recure. Side note matte finish can highlight defects so it is a precondition to buff material beforehand.
Every person asks me whether I made these shades professionally each time I am wearing them. They are casual, elegant and I just adore them paired with gold jewelry and a dark berry sweater. This is one of the best ways to embrace the fall 2025 in case you are still making the transition.
Golden Sage Gloss: Botanical Chic for the Modern Natural
Assuming there was such a thing as a fall remix of the aesthetic concept of clean girl, this rich sage and olive pairing with gold leaf decoration would be it. It is botanical, balanced and leans into nature without being boring. There is a natural glamour to it that I love especially- it has that I read Vogue but I compost vibe. Subdued green shades combined with the subtle metallic pattern is perfectly suited to early fall short almond or square nails.
To achieve this, I created this using the perfect muted greens by Opi, on the fall of 2025 called olive to green and this is not greenland. For the gold leaf? I grabbed a small foil pack off Amazon, less than 10 bucks and put a regular gel top coat over it. Simple, luxe, and totally Pinterest-worthy.
This design works best with gel. Apply a base coat, two coats of your greens (alternating optional), then use a dotting tool or tweezers to place your gold foils. Carefully push down and seal it all top coated with a glossy gel. So you could be nervous on being placed, and use a single or two accents per hand. Less is more.
I used this in August to a brunch that was a dinner party. It is a subject of conversation–but that sort of conversation that begins with a cup of green tea. Another great fall inspired dip powder look in case you like that method as well.
Delicate Latte Leaf: The Soft Side of Autumn Neutrals
Strength comes in moderation and this muted pinky-taupe with fine gold stripe and white leaf artwork is just that. It is what I picture the nails of Jane Austen characters would be in the case they were living in Brooklyn. Feminine, modern, and totally wearable. You remember those September afternoons in September; it is a sort of brown and yellow tint. This set captures that vibe.
You could go classic gel or even fall dip powder for this—either way, pick up a shade like DND’s “Mocha Whisper” or “Rose Silk.” For the leaves, a thin nail art brush and a crisp white polish (I love Opi’s “Alpine Snow”) work beautifully. The micro gold stripes? Gold nail tape can be found at any nail supply shop-or a slice of foil if you are clever.
Start by prepping your nails with a rounded shape (these look best in oval or almond). Use your base shade and then trace the leaf with soft strokes out in the center. Keep it loose and light—don’t overthink it. Add a milky sheer coat as a produce of desired extra-softness.
This is a whisper of a manicure. Not trying too hard, but still so put together. Perfect in the first few days of fall 2025 where you still drink both iced and hot latte during different times.
Caramel Swirl Almonds: Warmth, Spice, and Everything Bold
Chocolate, cinnamon, rosewood, toffee. That’s the exact energy this spicy gradient brings. It’s warm and grounded—but it’s got movement. And on almond-shaped nails? The form turns it into full fledged lead protagonist hands. This shouts at popular 2025 DND colors draped in a sleeve of your own personal style.
If you’re a DND girl, you’ll want to look at shades like “Burnt Umber,” “Toffee Cream,” and “Autumn Smoke.” They are decadent earthy colours that add up to quite a bit of fall 2025 but not pie in the face Halloween. Where Opi-minded, then the other two to check out are “Cliffside Karaoke” and “Brown to Earth.”
Begin with the lightest tone on the thumb and make it darker through the hand. Once that is dried apply two coats of each color slowly mixing the edges together in order to make an actual ombr usage. The shades are juicy and modern, which is achieved by using a top coat.
This ensemble lead me to compliments everywhere–baristas at the coffee shops and even my workmate who does not notice anything. It is one of the best mixtures to attempt in case you are not yet prepared to modify to pumpkin spice but certainly on with summer peaches.
Muted Neons: When September Plays in Color
Yes, it’s still September—but who said we can’t flirt with brightness when the leaves are just starting to turn? Fierce earth-toned neons matte rainbow is the only thing that can bridge the gap between August cheer and fall 2025 audacity. There are green, lime, mustard, coral-each a statement in its own right but all together feel rooted. It is an autumn rainbow mix of the season of outer weather protection and unexpected sunshine.
I used a mix of colors from Opi’s Nature Strong line—especially “A Great Fig World” (green) and “Cactus What You Preach” (lime). The coral 2025 DND matte and the yellow 2025 DND matte, both are available by the way, and yes, they are even prettier in real life. A velvet matte top coat makes all the difference.
Application tip? Go bold and clean. These shades need two solid coats and a good matte finish to shine (ironically). I suggest that buffing is first so that there are no streaks in the colors. Unless you are feeling very adventurous and risky, go for this only as an accent set or during a trial pedicure.
I wore this and smiled every time I stopped and looked at my hands. It’s fun without being juvenile, bright without being summery. Perfect for transitional weather days and denim jackets. A surprise favorite, honestly.
Champagne Gleam: Luxe French for the Minimalist Glam Girl
Baby pink takes on a micro-fine shimmer and a smooth, gold metallic tip- this is no ordinary French manicure. It’s elevated, expensive-looking, and yet refreshingly subtle. It’s giving bridal, but also September office chic. Honestly, it is among my best bets in fall short short almond or square nails in 2025, and it is so because of those who adore a classic style but with little bit of indulgence. It glows in warm cafe lights just enough to have you take a second look.
I am basing this off of Opi Bubble Bath. That soft pink with shimmer is key. On the golden edges I use chrome nail tape or fine gold foil painted with DND 2025s Golden Flame to achieve that ultra-precise glint. And do not neglect the glitter in the base-that is what provides the nail with almost ethereal luster.
You’ll need a steady hand for the tips, or you can cheat with French tip stickers (I do!). Begin whatever color you claim is your base shimmer and then either cure or dry thoroughly before adding in your gold tips. Finally seal all with a high gloss top coat to maintain the luster as well as to stop chipping.
I had this to an end of August dinner party and I felt I had little glasses of prosecco on my fingers. Beautiful, subtle and seamlessly wearable, it is the little black dress of September nail polish color. An evergreen favorite in my fall rotation.
Porcelain Nude: The Quiet Power of Skin-Tone Perfection
It reaches a time all through fall that I need a reset. Something stripped back. No sparkle, no decals, no color-blocking. Just clean, minimalist perfection. The appealingly porcelain nude on an almond shape makes it feel like skincare on your hands. It is minimal, and yet life-changing- and it is a 2025 short nail color that shows just how in-credible nude nail polish can be when used to its full effect. It particularly works well in combination with gold rings and thick knits as the element of polish that is not shouting to get attention.
I call on DND Milk Rose or Opi Put It in Neutral when I need that clean-girl feel- that color works well on warmer skin tones. For lighter tones, try “Pale to the Chief.” The porcelainlike finish must have a glossy top coat. These are ideal with fall dip powder as well should you want longer wear.
Application tip? Buff, buff, buff. The more fine the nail, the nicer the nude looks. I always will use a sheer ridge-filling base coat, then two coats of nude, and a super-glossy top coat.
This manicure makes me look and feel more polished and put together especially since I look down right in leggings. It is no wonder that beauty editors regard it as one of their favorites and I completely understand.
Pink Noir Contrast: Drama Meets Softness in Every Stroke
This is what I put on when I need my nails to say “I am romantic–but I will draw lines.” The opaque rose and blush tonality contrasts with the matte black in such sharp tones, that it provides immediate drama, although it is completely wearable. The black accents almost give it a runway vibe. It is the kind of ‘2025 looks’ that will start appearing everywhere on Pinterest starting in September and beyond.
To combine the best combo, I recommend something like Opi, Mod About You and Bare My Soul by Opi as pinks and a rich matt black such as DND Black Velvet. Glossy-to-matte contrast is the main thing here: it gives the visual interest without any design effort.
This set suits well to long square / coffin shapes. Following base coats alternate your shades, two coats of each. To put the black striping detail apply a fine brush or striping tape. And don t forget to only seal the glossy nails with shine top coat not the matte top coat on black.
Whenever I put this on, it just seems like I need to be sipping a coffee with my right hand and paging through a hardcover art book with my right hand. It’s bold, but not loud. Exactly the sort of fall 2025 look in you fancy just a bit of gnarl.
Forest Matte: A Moody Escape for Early Fall Days
With a rich matte green, there is a repose–particularly when that green is the effect of being as though you took a walk through a pine forest in cool September air. It is this deep, foresty tone and it is precisely what I am leaning into when I want a moodier moment but not the whole-hog Halloween. It calms, settles, and is so cool paired up with thick sweaters and silver rings. A fall 2025 essential for those transitional in-between weeks.
I use: Opi: Suzi – The First Lady of Nails or DND 2025: Hunter Soul, to get that rich matte. Frankly, matte greens just had their time and I am so here. They will be easily combined with neutral fashion and strong gold jewelry.
It’s an easy set to DIY too. Just prep, apply two even coats, and finish with a matte top coat (I love OPI’s Matte Top Coat—it’s got that no-shine velvet effect without streaks). Go short or long—this color works either way.
The color provides me with main character vibes, the silent types. Such as having a mysterious book in your tote and a warm cider in your other hand. An unexpected favorite for early fall.
Olive Grove Luxe: Texture and Gold for a Designer Vibe
And were your nails wearing a couture look this would be it. Deep matte olive square foundation with ribbed striping and a hint of metallic gold-this set is user-friendly and gives the designer feeling without being excessive. The accent nail reminds the fingers of a runway model, not an average Joe on the coffee shop. But the best part? It’s still wearable. Still elegant. And now one of the most requested 2025 short nail designs I have pinned in my inspirations folders lately.
I love DND’s “Army Moss” or Opi’s “Stay Off the Lawn!” as the base green. With the texture, you can do light grooves using striping brush before the polish is dry then apply matte top coat. Apply the accents with either gold foil or metallic gel polish, they should not be too much taken up on it.
At home, to achieve the ribbed effect, I suggest using the thinnest layering with the help of a detail brush to apply the ridges- sort of a piping effect on a cake. Cure between each layer if you’re using gel. And now take your gold stripe and put the green on in matte and matte top on the gold.
I have never had more compliments off of strangers than when I wore this. It is a complete showstopper into fall 2025 and a great transition between what August has to offer and more toned September.
Matte Mocha: Cozy Chic in a Single Swipe
Dark matte brown is one of those colours that automatically say fall has come along. It reminds me of warm latte, leather bag, brown sugar all in one slim and clean package. Never to overcook the sophistication, this manicure is also one of the most liked fall 2025 tones that I could find everywhere including editorial shoots and street style round-ups. If you’re craving something earthy but modern, this is it.
What you want is a super-chocolatey polish, like DND 2025 in Cocoa Dust or Opi in Brown to Earth which keeps you looking rich brown without veering into the muddy. The matte finish is on-trend, and don t worry, it will go with nearly everything you knit in your wardrobe.
Apply several layers of your base, two thick coats of color. Once that’s dry or cured (depending on your system), layer on a smooth matte top coat. Be patient here—rushing leads to streaks. And if your nails are almond or coffin-shaped? Extra bonus. This shade loves that length.
By wearing this I feel like I am the girl who gets complimented in bookstores and knows what cappuccino to order. I had it on during the first brisk weekend in September and I just want to say–it fit me and my jacket like a glove.
Crimson Corduroy: Matte Red’s Quiet Comeback
It is matte crimson, bold but not loud, the sultrily-sexy sleeper making must-have in fall 2025. Not your firetruck summer red, but lighter, more pleasant to wear than it being too dark, too close to being vampy. On square or oval short nails, it’s incredibly chic. Like the red lip of the nail world. There’s power here, but it whispers.
Karlie Kloss wears Opi in the shade Big Apple Red which can be finsihed with matte top coat or DND in shade Rust Rouge gives you that perfect shade of drama and polish. I like it because these reds go well with denim or gold jewelry–they complement the two.
The key to this look is prep. Matte red paints are able to display all the ridges and bumps so I start with a smoothing base coat. Two clear coats of colour then, and then the velvet seal mat hurdurring lock it up. This may be done on natural nails or as a fall dip powder set to make it extra durable.
This is the one that I think of when I go to my constant over-worn burgundy sweater–solid, flattering, classic. It is one of those best shades that one can have in his back pocket throughout the season.
Army French: Edgy Meets Earthy
Sage green with a sharp black French tip? Yes please. This isn t the standard French, it is the remix and it is here, until 2025. The muffled green base is nice and gentle but the glossy black tips give the finished effect just enough graphic punch. It’s like a military jacket with patent leather boots. Opposites that just work.
Opi: “This Isn t Greenland” is such. DND: “Olive Grove” is also a good one. On the black tips, try a depth glossy black gel or lacquer, I prefer DND 2025s Blackout Shine. Use French tip guides or a detail brush if you’re going freehand. Keep the curve subtle—it’s more sophisticated that way.
Do your sage green base, allow to cure or dry completely and then paint your black tips carefully. I then seal it with a top coat of the same color- always a gloss or a glossy top coat on this one. It works on 2025 short/medium square nails and it still pops off.
This earthy and bold combination is instantly going to become a fall highly demanded staple in 2025. It’s a style that says you know what you’re doing—fashion-wise and manicure-wise.
Muted Rainbow: When Neutrals Get Playful
Let’s talk color-blocking—but make it muted. This beautiful, more than a bit unexpected amalgamation of olive, cocoa, plum, indigo, lacquer, and lavender is providing September nails color in the most la-di-da manner. It is not screaming rainbow, but it is winkingly telling you it is a fun-time. Each nail tells its own color story, but together? Harmony. And the best part? It works on fall gel short nails perfectly.
I created this palette by combining Opi, You Don Know Jacques, I Am Not really a Waitress, Russian Navy, One Heckla of a Color and Suzi the first Lady of Nails in my palette. It is the type of appearance that allows one to experiment with colors that they have been keeping in a cabinet without necessarily sticking to a single one.
No fancy tools required here. A little patience, only five bottles and a clear vision. Apply two coats of each shade, working from pinkie to thumb (or vice versa depending on your spectrum preference). Top coat is essential to pull it all together.
I used this when I felt like I couldn t choose one mood–and five were the result. It can be cheerful, but not tone-deaf and this is what is so good about it on the grey-decisive days of early fall.
Plum Punch: Matte, Moody, and Unapologetically Bold
Other times you just want your nails to speak. This is one of those colors that strides into the room before us. This is electric plum matte. It is daring, vivid, and intense- yet it does not seem to be out of place in fall 2025. It is one of those looks that are playful, and trendy at the same time. And yes, it works on every skin tone particularly when it is cool coloured light.
This vibrant and full-blooded purple is provided in the “Violet Voltage” by DND or in “Pompeii Purple” by Opi with a matte finish. To dip lovers, this is a killer fall dip powder- it maintains saturation extraordinarily well.
Bright and mattes always make me suggest filling the ridge with a base coat before the paint goes on. It will then be given two coats of color followed by a soft-touch matte top coat thus making it look velvety. It is best displayed by short or medium square nails- too long and it may seem overly dramatic.
This shade makes me feel powerful. I have worn it to work and have been complimented five times before lunch. So yes it is the thing, and yes you should. At least once this season.
Berry Bright with a Touch of Gold: Barbiecore Meets Autumn
Let’s talk bold femininity. This deep berry pink matte is an example of such colors that cause heads to turn but it does not make it feel underage. And that single, clean gold stripe down one nail? Iconic. It elevates the whole look without trying too hard. Barbiecore, but with cashmere scarf and espresso martini. It is a September nails color on the girls who prefer to adore pink and desire to make it a fall version.
I necessary work to achieve this look with DND: Bubble Berry Matte or Opi: Mad for Madness Sake and matte top coat. That stripe? It is either a line of a gold foil or the very thin nail tape covered with a layer of the clear top coat. Even the combo is easy low buy-high wear impact, just what I want in fall 2025 glam.
This is the manicure to which you can basically apply at home in less than an hour. Shape your nails (square or squoval works best), apply two coats of color, and finish with matte top coat. Lay off your gold line once it is dry and make sure the flakes are glued down well-tweezers will be your friend.
Whenever I put this on I wonder why I am not dancing around in another well-planned coat in a windy street. It’s flirty, fun, and just unexpected enough to stand out among typical autumn shades.
Mulled Merlot: Matte Drama for Crisp Days
It is deep plum red with a matte finish–the cocktail dress of nail colors. The color skews slightly wine, slightly berry and every sort of beautiful. It is that sort of crabby color that makes you want to thank God it is five PM and light a candle and pour yourself a glass of red after the first chilly day of the season. As far as the early fall is concerned, if you have yet to slap anything on, this is the calling card.
I applied Opi in Malaga Wine and then topped it with their Matte Top Coat to get this effect but 2025 DND has a killer in meant in Spiced Plum. This looks dreamy on fall gel short nails or almond tips, and has that deep and soft-focus look everywhere this fall.
The trick with darker mattes? Nail prep. Dull the surface, use a ridge-filling base coat and take your time to apply. And I also add some little drop of cuticle oil in the end- because contrast is chic.
And this one jogs my memory to nights out in the city. Big scarf, small bag, bold nails. The ultimate outstanding choice in dramatic statement that can be worn.
Cow Print Revival: Playful But Polished
Here is a cheer to one such trend that does not give up. The cow print nails are not dead yet- and frankly, they are looking better than ever before. Glossy black together with a blush pink and a fun accent nail presents the right amount of personality without turning farm-girl chic. It’s minimal meets fun, and it’s perfect for days when you want to feel a little extra but still totally wearable.
You will require a bright white or delicate pink base, which I adore is Opi s Mod About You and a shiny dark like the DND Ink Drop. Then use a dotting tool or the back of a bobby pin in order to create the cow spots. Such a look is best suited with 2025 short square nails so it remains graphic and controlled.
Apply two coats of your base color and freehand the black spots in blobs of all shapes. Once that is dry apply your gloss finish top coat. And you may leave the accent nail behind, in case you are not in the mood, but believe me, it makes a lot of difference.
This set always sparks conversation. It’s cheeky, stylish, and a great break from the usual autumn tones when you’re craving something unexpected in your fall 2025 lineup.
Indigo Statement: Dark Blue That Doesn’t Disappear
It is one of those dark colors that are classic yet edgy, navy-indigo glossy polish. It’s sleek, it’s rich, and it’s one of those September nails color shades that shifts depending on the light—sometimes almost black, sometimes a clear midnight blue. On shorter nails, I love the minimal and yet strong effect of it. No art, no accents—just unapologetic polish.
This sort of end-treatment can be had by Go for Opi, Russian Navy, or DND, Ocean Echo. My favourite thing about it is the way it plays with light- it is not as flat as it is with dark tones. Keep it high-gloss for the best impact.
This one’s a dream to DIY. C-shape, flat bottom, two layers of deep navy hue, top varnish. There. I recommend applying thinner layers than usual—deep colors like this can pool at the edges if you’re not careful.
I used this on a week when I needed some minimal thinking when on my nails. And every time I caught a glimpse? Instant boost. It’s clean, cool, and totally timeless.
Mandarin Bloom: A Fresh Take on Fall Orange
All of fall is nothing but burnt orange- this season, though, vivid mandarin is stealing the show. When complemented by clean white florals and a faint hint of gold, it is fresher, more tentative and quite honestly more versatile. It is a bit of a twist on pumpkin spice and it would be ideal on fall nails with almond short or rounded nail shapes which still prefer a bit of whimsy.
The base would be perfect with DND or Opi being in the crowd of picking the right song of Clementine Crush or My Chihuahua Doesn?t Bite Anymore. On two accent nails add a white base and stripe with gold striping tape or foil to create the outlines of the flowers. The key is soft strokes and a light hand.
This is something you positively can do at home when you have a detail brush and a little patience. I sketch in the shape of the flower, which is followed by the definition with touches of gold. Put a top coat that is crystal clear on top, so the accents stand out.
I wore this look to a Sunday farmer market and strangers stopped me twice. It kind of looks bright, but hey, it is dazzlingly current, it is tremendously now, it is something you have to sample before even the leaves have turned all the way.
Modern Moss Geometry: Minimalist Art on an Earthy Canvas
It is such a geometric olive green layout that is refreshing as a breath of fresh air during a rainy September. It is minimal, modern and reminds me of the stained-glass art, reinterpreted, fingertips. The matte gives a softness to counterbalance the black lines in a sharp and precise manner. This one is super clean structure and natural color- a complete standout in the fall 2025 aesthetic list.
In the case of this design, I started with the Sage Slate DND 2025, with the matte finish. The graphic details were done using a nail art pen (black, ultra-fine tip), though you could also use gel and a precision brush. The first look at it is intimidating however once you learn how to get into the flow in the lines it becomes meditative.
You can lightly sketch out the sections with a liner brush or you can do it on a stencil should you want symmetry. Be steady yourself with your hand, and ensure the base is dry until the time of drawing. The last is matte top coat to lock that velvet finish.
I already wore this design twice and on both occasions a person believed I have had them done in a design salon downtown. It is earthy but architectural- perfect when you want to make those fall short almond nails a bit more artsy but wearable.
Golden Heart Burgundy: Romance in a Bottle
There is an aura of a handwritten love letter covered in a ribbon of velvet to this set. Burgundy matte is set against soft gold moons and little hearts and the interplay is warm, royal, and quite frankly emotional. This isn’t just fall 2025 polish—it’s a whole feeling. It has me giving me early sunsets, leather bound journals, and old school Hollywood glam. If romance had a manicure, it would be this.
Ideal burgundy bases are OpiGot the Blues for Red or DNDCrimson Velvet in matte or DND. I made the hearts and moons with metallic gold foil stickers, although a little more crafty and gold chrome gel, plus a stencil, will work.
You’ll need almond-shaped nails for the full effect here. Use a base paint, gold one at the cuticle or center, and the last is matte top coat. Use a gentle application to maintained a shine of the foil-do not drag.
Whenever I put on this outfit, you know, I feel like I am in a romantic indie movie. It is one of the greatest designs of this season to regain that comforted and emotional September color of nails.
Pumpkin Spice & Sparkle: The Playful Side of Autumn
Spill this set and it is almost a pumpkin patch manicure. Playful orange, snug glitter, shimmering peach, colour-blocked tips, all wrapped up in a kind of registry. It’s vibrant, fun, and doesn’t take itself too seriously. If you’re a color lover (or even just color-curious), this is a fall 2025 way to go bold without overcommitting.
The perfect palette comes from a mix: Opi’s “Suzi Needs a Loch-smith” (that burnt orange), DND’s “Copper Crush,” and 2025 DND’s “Peach Glow.” It is possible to mix and match solid nails and glitter finishes or combine half-and-half tips to create dimension.
To apply, apply glitter on accent nails, and stripping tape to achieve clean half-moons. Glossy top coats bring it all together. It works so great on fall dip powder nails as well- the shimmer comes out even more.
This on a refreshing morning coffee run and I felt my nails were the finishing touch to my oversized scarf. It is the September take on being able to hold a pumpkin muffin in hand at all times.
Glossy Pastel Fade: Holding Onto Softness as the Season Turns
It is fall 2025 yes, but at times I need not be ready to retire my pastels. And who says I have to? This sheeny shift of mint to sage to blush to pink puts the spring softness into autumn light in the dreamiest of ways. It is made polished with the use of an almond shape, and the colors that can be combined with anything, and anything works with it, cable knits to cropped blazers.
I applied Opi Gelato On My Mind layered up my thumb to pinky, Opi Sage Simulation layered up my pinky to ring and Opi Let Me Bayou a Drink layered up my ring to pinky. You could combine the colors in any way you want according to your skin color or rotations. Just keep everything glossy to maintain cohesion.
Application is easy. Each nail one color, two coats on each nail, topcoat high-gloss. This color tale works perfectly, if you do fall gel short or mid length almond nails, they are neither too sweet nor too stark.
This is my go-to when I’m easing into fall. It is the type of manicure which allows one to keep a bit of sunshine, to push New York winters away with its shortened days.
Matte Cherry Red: The Forever Power Move
You can never go wrong with deep red. But when it’s matte, elongated, and almond-shaped? It becomes iconic. This September nails color is strong, stylish, and timeless. It can be used at interviews, date nights, at weddings and when you are just wearing a hoodie. It is not the manicure that asks to be noticed, it just is noticed.
This look is exquisite with DND or Opi in “True Blood Matte” or, respectively, “We the Female”. Combine it with a velvet matte top coat of the luxury, soft to the touch look of a fabric.
Prepare your nails really well Buff and cuticles are everything when it comes to dark mattes. Two coats of color followed by a hard-matt top coat and… done. Long almond shapes bring this look to its peak.
Whenever I put this tone on, I instantly feel more confident. It is so strong, traditional, and so flattering to every pale skin color. It is one of the most trendy nail designs of the fall 2025 indeed, and it is so, due to some reason.
And as quickly as you can take a selfie, your nail moodboard is done and ready to go to fall 2025. It is less about these September nail color choices being trends and more about each one of them being a slight hint to the kind of people we become whenever a season changes. Genre doesn’t matter, you can bold, soft, structured, playful, the point is to pick the best shade to feel that you had your second re-fill already pumpkin-spiced latte today. So… which one are you trying first?
