Remember when sparkling dragons and water-painted flowers were the only options for nail art? That was the time. However, nail art actually disappeared from the scene for a while following its short popularity in the early 2000s. Nail fashions and manicures have, for the most part, remained monotonal, simple, and polished during the past ten years or so, in stark contrast to the grandeur and excess of decorated talons and elaborate patterns.
However, in the last year or two, we have noticed that nail designs have started to get a little more fun again. It would appear that we are all looking for new ways to enhance our mani game, from vibrant rainbow nails to stylish gradient patterns. You’ll be happy to know that fall nail art is, in fact, back and more fashionable than ever.
“As a former nail-biter, I can attest that fall nail art makes every length look extra fabulous,” says New York City-based nail artist Miss Pop. “If you have very short nails, consider focusing the design down by the cuticle—try a half-moon or a negative-space look.” Actually, all lengths look great with these manicures, but shorties look especially good. Even better, each of these sets is offered in a selection of hues and patterns that will suit practically everyone’s aesthetic preferences. No love for pastels? There are a few of our ideas that are more in the middle. Do you prefer pink to neutrals? We also have those. Consider all your nail art needs covered.
Continue reading to see 33 manicure designs you’ll want to recreate, add to your nail art mood board, or demonstrate to your nail technician at your upcoming salon appointment.
