Welcome to the ultimate guide on fall nails square 2024! As a professional manicurist, I’ve seen trends come and go, but fall 2024 promises to be an exciting season for nail enthusiasts. From short to long, medium length to short acrylic, we’ve got a plethora of pretty, elegant, and trendy designs for you to try. Let’s dive in and explore the hottest nail ideas for this autumn.

Sunshine Blossoms

For a bright and cheerful autumn look, the Sunshine Blossoms nails are perfect. These nails feature a stunning gradient from yellow to orange, topped with intricate flower accents. The medium length nails offer a pretty and elegant touch, making them suitable for any occasion.

Consumables:

• • Yellow and orange gradient polish: OPI Nail Lacquer in Sun, Sea, and Sand in My Pants and OPI Nail Lacquer in No Room for the Blues
  • Flower nail stickers: Whats Up Nails – Tropical Floral Nail Art Stickers
  • Clear top coat: Seche Vite Dry Fast Top Coat

Instructions:

1. 1. Apply a base coat to protect your natural nails.
   2. Paint the nails with a yellow polish, gradually blending into orange.
   3. Use flower stickers to add floral accents.
   4. Finish with a clear top coat to seal the design.

Red and Bold

If you’re looking to make a statement, these bold red nails with leopard print accents are for you. Perfect for a vacation or a night out, these long acrylic nails combine red, black, and brown for a pretty and trendy look.

Consumables:

• • Red polish: Essie Nail Polish in A-List
  • Leopard print decals: Sally Hansen Salon Effects Real Nail Polish Strips
  • Clear top coat: Sally Hansen Miracle Gel Top Coat

Instructions:

1. 1. Apply a base coat to protect your natural nails.
   2. Paint the nails with a red polish.
   3. Add leopard print decals to accent nails.
   4. Finish with a clear top coat to seal the design.

Earthy Elegance

For a more subtle and elegant look, these medium length nails in earthy tones are perfect. Featuring a mix of matte and glossy finishes, floral accents, and plaid designs, these nails are both minimal and sophisticated.

Consumables:

• • Brown polish: Zoya Nail Polish in Flynn
  • Matte top coat: OPI Matte Top Coat
  • Floral nail decals: Born Pretty Flower Stickers
  • Plaid nail tape: Whats Up Nails – Striping Tape

Instructions:

1. 1. Apply a base coat to protect your natural nails.
   2. Paint the nails with a brown polish and apply a matte top coat.
   3. Add floral decals to accent nails and use striping tape to create plaid designs.
   4. Finish with a clear top coat to seal the design.

Glitz and Glam

These nails showcase a luxurious blend of glitter and matte brown tones, creating a striking fall nails square 2024 design. The long nails feature a shimmering gold glitter accent nail, surrounded by intricate floral details on a matte base, giving a sophisticated yet fun vibe perfect for the season.

Consumables:

• • Gold glitter polish: China Glaze Nail Polish in Golden Enchantment
  • Matte brown polish: OPI Nail Lacquer in Chocolate Moose
  • Flower nail art decals: KADS 3D Flower Nail Art Stickers
  • Clear top coat: Sally Hansen Miracle Gel Top Coat

Instructions:

1. 1. Apply a base coat to protect your natural nails.
   2. Paint the nails with the brown polish, leaving one accent nail for the glitter.
   3. Apply the gold glitter polish to the accent nail.
   4. Add flower decals to the matte brown nails for added elegance.
   5. Finish with a clear top coat to seal the design and add shine.

Autumn Delight

This design is a pretty and elegant option for fall nails square 2024. It features a mix of nude and brown tones with floral and polka dot patterns, accentuated by gold glitter. The medium length nails provide a balanced canvas for this intricate yet subtle design, perfect for both casual and formal settings.

Consumables:

• • Nude polish: Essie Nail Polish in Topless & Barefoot
  • Brown polish: Zoya Nail Polish in Louise
  • Gold glitter polish: OPI Nail Lacquer in All Sparkly and Gold
  • Dotting tool: Beetles Gel Polish Nail Art Tool Kit
  • Clear top coat: Seche Vite Dry Fast Top Coat

Instructions:

1. 1. Apply a base coat to protect your natural nails.
   2. Paint the nails with nude polish, leaving one or two accent nails for the brown and glitter designs.
   3. Use a dotting tool to create polka dots and floral patterns with the brown polish.
   4. Apply the gold glitter polish to the accent nails for a glamorous touch.
   5. Finish with a clear top coat to seal the design and add shine.

Chocolate Roses

These nails are a trendy and elegant choice for fall nails square 2024. The design features a rich brown base with gold glitter accents and 3D floral details, giving a luxurious and pretty look. The long nails provide ample space for the detailed artwork, making them perfect for those who love a minimal yet aesthetic design.

Consumables:

• • Brown polish: Sally Hansen Miracle Gel in Spice Age
  • Gold glitter polish: Essie Nail Polish in Rock at the Top
  • 3D floral nail art: NICENEEDED 3D Flower Nail Art Decorations
  • Clear top coat: CND Vinylux Weekly Top Coat

Instructions:

1. 1. Apply a base coat to protect your natural nails.
   2. Paint the nails with the brown polish, leaving space for gold glitter accents.
   3. Apply the gold glitter polish to the tips or as an accent.
   4. Add 3D floral decorations to create a luxurious look.
   5. Finish with a clear top coat to seal the design and add shine.

Floral Fantasy

These nails are a masterpiece of intricate floral designs on a pretty and elegant clear base. The delicate petals outlined in gold and filled with shades of pink create a subtle yet eye-catching look. The medium length nails are adorned with tiny rhinestones, adding just the right amount of sparkle to this minimalist design.

Consumables:

• • Clear base coat: Essie Nail Polish in Clear
  • Gold outline polish: Sally Hansen Insta-Dri in Go for Gold
  • Pink polish for filling: OPI Nail Lacquer in Suzi Nails New Orleans
  • Rhinestones: KISS Salon Secrets Luxe Accents
  • Clear top coat: Seche Vite Dry Fast Top Coat

Instructions:

1. 1. Apply a clear base coat to all nails.
   2. Use the gold polish to outline flower petals on each nail.
   3. Fill the outlined petals with pink polish for a vibrant look.
   4. Add rhinestones around the flowers for extra sparkle.
   5. Seal the design with a clear top coat.

Classic Maroon

For a simple yet trendy autumn look, these short nails are perfect. Painted in a rich maroon shade, they exude sophistication and are ideal for everyday wear. The short length makes them practical, while the deep color adds a touch of elegance.

Consumables:

• • Maroon polish: Essie Nail Polish in Bordeaux
  • Clear top coat: OPI Top Coat

Instructions:

1. 1. Apply a base coat to protect your nails.
   2. Paint all nails with the maroon polish.
   3. Finish with a clear top coat for a glossy finish.

Starry Night

These nails are perfect for those who love a bold and dark look with a touch of cute. Featuring black stars and dots on a pink base, these medium length nails are both fun and stylish. The black stars contrast beautifully with the light pink, creating a unique and trendy design.

Consumables:

• • Pink base polish: Essie Nail Polish in Fiji
  • Black polish for stars: OPI Nail Lacquer in Black Onyx
  • Dotting tool: Beetles Gel Polish Nail Art Tool Kit
  • Clear top coat: Sally Hansen Miracle Gel Top Coat

Instructions:

1. 1. Apply a base coat to protect your nails.
   2. Paint all nails with the pink polish.
   3. Use a dotting tool to create black stars and dots on each nail.
   4. Finish with a clear top coat to seal the design.

Glitter Ombre

These nails are perfect for those who want a subtle yet elegant look for autumn. Featuring a glitter ombre effect from nude to brown, with floral accents, these long nails are both sophisticated and pretty. The glitter adds a touch of glam, making them perfect for any occasion.

Consumables:

• • Nude base polish: Essie Nail Polish in Topless & Barefoot
  • Brown polish: Zoya Nail Polish in Louise
  • Glitter polish: China Glaze Nail Polish in Fairy Dust
  • Flower nail decals: Born Pretty Flower Stickers
  • Clear top coat: Seche Vite Dry Fast Top Coat

Instructions:

1. 1. Apply a base coat to protect your nails.
   2. Paint the nails with the nude polish, leaving space for the brown and glitter ombre effect.
   3. Use a makeup sponge to create the ombre effect with the brown and glitter polishes.
   4. Add flower decals to accent nails for added elegance.
   5. Finish with a clear top coat to seal the design.

Red Marble

These nails are a striking choice for autumn, featuring a deep red marble design. The long acrylic nails are painted in a rich red with a marble effect, making them perfect for a birthday or any special occasion. The glossy finish adds a touch of luxury to this elegant design.

Consumables:

• • Red polish: OPI Nail Lacquer in Big Apple Red
  • Clear top coat: Sally Hansen Miracle Gel Top Coat

Instructions:

1. 1. Apply a base coat to protect your nails.
   2. Paint all nails with the red polish.
   3. Use a fine nail art brush to create the marble effect with a lighter shade of red or white.
   4. Finish with a clear top coat for a glossy finish.

Chocolate Delight

For a simple yet trendy look, these nails are painted in a rich chocolate brown. The medium length nails are perfect for those who want a sophisticated and elegant look for autumn. The glossy finish adds a touch of luxury to this minimalist design.

Consumables:

• • Chocolate brown polish: Sally Hansen Miracle Gel in Spice Age
  • Clear top coat: OPI Top Coat

Instructions:

1. 1. Apply a base coat to protect your nails.
   2. Paint all nails with the chocolate brown polish.
   3. Finish with a clear top coat for a glossy finish.

Swirl Delight

These nails feature a playful and modern design with swirling patterns in green and red. The medium length nails are perfect for those who want a simple yet eye-catching look. The swirls create a dynamic visual effect, making the nails stand out without being too flashy.

Consumables:

• • Nude base polish: Essie Nail Polish in Topless & Barefoot
  • Green polish: Sally Hansen Insta-Dri in Leaf Me Be
  • Red polish: OPI Nail Lacquer in Big Apple Red
  • Thin nail art brush: Beetles Gel Polish Nail Art Brush Set
  • Clear top coat: Seche Vite Dry Fast Top Coat

Instructions:

1. 1. Apply a base coat to protect your nails.
   2. Paint the nails with a nude base polish.
   3. Use a thin nail art brush to create swirling patterns with the green and red polishes.
   4. Finish with a clear top coat to seal the design and add shine.

Earthy Tones

For a subtle and elegant look, these short nails in a rich brown shade are perfect for autumn. The short length makes them practical for everyday wear, while the deep color adds a touch of sophistication. This minimalist design is ideal for those who prefer a more understated look.

Consumables:

• • Brown polish: Zoya Nail Polish in Flynn
  • Clear top coat: OPI Top Coat

Instructions:

1. 1. Apply a base coat to protect your nails.
   2. Paint all nails with the brown polish.
   3. Finish with a clear top coat for a glossy finish.

Pink Leopard

These nails combine a fun leopard print with a vibrant pink background, perfect for a trendy and pretty look. The long acrylic nails are adorned with small rhinestones, adding a touch of sparkle to this bold design. Ideal for those who love a wild and playful style.

Consumables:

• • Pink base polish: Essie Nail Polish in Fiji
  • Black polish for leopard spots: OPI Nail Lacquer in Black Onyx
  • Rhinestones: KISS Salon Secrets Luxe Accents
  • Clear top coat: Seche Vite Dry Fast Top Coat

Instructions:

1. 1. Apply a base coat to protect your nails.
   2. Paint the nails with the pink base polish.
   3. Use a dotting tool to create leopard spots with the black polish.
   4. Add rhinestones for extra sparkle.
   5. Finish with a clear top coat to seal the design.

Floral Gradient

These nails feature a vibrant gradient from orange to red, adorned with delicate white floral accents. The long nails are perfect for a bold and elegant autumn look. The gradient effect adds depth, while the floral details provide a cute and pretty touch.

Consumables:

• • Orange polish: OPI Nail Lacquer in It’s a Piazza Cake
  • Red polish: Essie Nail Polish in A-List
  • White polish for flowers: Sally Hansen Insta-Dri in White On Time
  • Thin nail art brush: Beetles Gel Polish Nail Art Brush Set
  • Clear top coat: Seche Vite Dry Fast Top Coat

Instructions:

1. 1. Apply a base coat to protect your nails.
   2. Paint the nails with the orange polish, blending into red for a gradient effect.
   3. Use a thin nail art brush to add white floral details.
   4. Finish with a clear top coat to seal the design and add shine.

Matte Brown Elegance

These nails are painted in a rich matte brown, providing a subtle and elegant look perfect for autumn. The medium length nails feature floral accents on a couple of nails, adding a touch of pretty to this minimalist design.

Consumables:

• • Matte brown polish: OPI Matte Top Coat over Chocolate Moose
  • Floral nail decals: Born Pretty Flower Stickers
  • Clear top coat: Seche Vite Dry Fast Top Coat

Instructions:

1. 1. Apply a base coat to protect your nails.
   2. Paint the nails with the matte brown polish.
   3. Add floral decals to accent nails.
   4. Finish with a clear top coat to seal the design.

Extravagant Embellishments

These nails are a showstopper with a variety of 3D embellishments, including cute characters, pearls, and rhinestones. The long acrylic nails provide ample space for creativity, making this design perfect for those who love to stand out and showcase their pretty and trendy style.

Consumables:

• • Nude base polish: Essie Nail Polish in Topless & Barefoot
  • Brown polish: Sally Hansen Miracle Gel in Spice Age
  • 3D nail art decorations: NICENEEDED 3D Flower Nail Art Decorations
  • Pearls and rhinestones: KISS Salon Secrets Luxe Accents
  • Clear top coat: Seche Vite Dry Fast Top Coat

Instructions:

1. 1. Apply a base coat to protect your nails.
   2. Paint the nails with a nude base polish, leaving space for brown accents.
   3. Apply brown polish in desired areas.
   4. Add 3D decorations, pearls, and rhinestones to each nail.
   5. Finish with a clear top coat to seal the design and add shine.

Cow Print Chic

These nails are a unique blend of simplicity and boldness, featuring a cow print accent on a couple of nails. The long acrylic nails combine a white base with black spots, creating a trendy and eye-catching design. The rest of the nails are kept natural with a touch of pink, making the cow print stand out even more.

Consumables:

• • White polish: OPI Nail Lacquer in Alpine Snow
  • Black polish: Sally Hansen Insta-Dri in Black to Black
  • Pink base polish: Essie Nail Polish in Mademoiselle
  • Clear top coat: Seche Vite Dry Fast Top Coat

Instructions:

1. 1. Apply a base coat to protect your nails.
   2. Paint the accent nails with the white polish.
   3. Use a dotting tool to create black spots on the white nails for the cow print effect.
   4. Paint the remaining nails with the pink base polish.
   5. Finish with a clear top coat to seal the design.

Shades of Brown

These nails showcase a beautiful gradient of brown tones, perfect for an elegant and sophisticated autumn look. The medium length nails are painted in varying shades of brown, creating a cohesive yet diverse appearance. This simple and pretty design is ideal for any occasion.

Consumables:

• • Light brown polish: Essie Nail Polish in Topless & Barefoot
  • Medium brown polish: OPI Nail Lacquer in Chocolate Moose
  • Dark brown polish: Zoya Nail Polish in Louise
  • Clear top coat: Sally Hansen Miracle Gel Top Coat

Instructions:

1. 1. Apply a base coat to protect your nails.
   2. Paint each nail with a different shade of brown polish.
   3. Finish with a clear top coat for a glossy finish.

Blue Dots Delight

These nails are a fun and playful take on the French tip design, featuring blue dots along the tips. The long nails have a natural pink base, with the tips adorned with a pattern of blue dots, adding a touch of whimsy and elegance to this trendy design.

Consumables:

• • Pink base polish: Essie Nail Polish in Ballet Slippers
  • Blue polish for dots: OPI Nail Lacquer in Do You Have this Color in Stock-Holm?
  • Dotting tool: Beetles Gel Polish Nail Art Tool Kit
  • Clear top coat: Seche Vite Dry Fast Top Coat

Instructions:

1. 1. Apply a base coat to protect your nails.
   2. Paint the nails with the pink base polish.
   3. Use a dotting tool to create blue dots along the tips of the nails.
   4. Finish with a clear top coat to seal the design.

Chocolate Short Nails

For a simple autumn look, these short nails painted in a rich chocolate brown are perfect. The short length makes them practical for everyday wear, while the deep color adds a touch of sophistication and elegance to this minimalist design.

Consumables:

• • Chocolate brown polish: Sally Hansen Miracle Gel in Spice Age
  • Clear top coat: OPI Top Coat

Instructions:

1. 1. Apply a base coat to protect your nails.
   2. Paint all nails with the chocolate brown polish.
   3. Finish with a clear top coat for a glossy finish.

Autumn Jewels

These nails are perfect for the fall season, featuring rich brown tones and jewel embellishments. The long nails have a mix of brown and nude bases, adorned with gold and red jewels, making them perfect for a special occasion or a night out.

Consumables:

• • Brown polish: Zoya Nail Polish in Louise
  • Nude polish: Essie Nail Polish in Topless & Barefoot
  • Gold and red jewels: KISS Salon Secrets Luxe Accents
  • Clear top coat: Seche Vite Dry Fast Top Coat

Instructions:

1. 1. Apply a base coat to protect your nails.
   2. Paint the nails with the brown and nude polishes.
   3. Apply the gold and red jewels to each nail.
   4. Finish with a clear top coat to seal the design.

Pumpkin Spice Nails

These nails feature a fun and festive pumpkin and fall leaves design, perfect for the autumn season. The medium length nails are painted in a creamy white base, with pumpkin and leaf accents in gold and brown, creating a cute and seasonal look.

Consumables:

• • Creamy white polish: OPI Nail Lacquer in Funny Bunny
  • Gold polish: Sally Hansen Insta-Dri in Go for Gold
  • Brown polish: Essie Nail Polish in Mink Muffs
  • Clear top coat: Seche Vite Dry Fast Top Coat

Instructions:

1. 1. Apply a base coat to protect your nails.
   2. Paint the nails with the creamy white polish.
   3. Use the gold and brown polishes to add pumpkin and leaf accents.
   4. Finish with a clear top coat to seal the design.

Spooky Halloween

These nails are perfect for Halloween, featuring spooky designs like ghosts, spider webs, and skulls. The medium length nails are painted in a combination of orange, white, and brown, creating a fun and festive look for the holiday.

Consumables:

• • Orange polish: OPI Nail Lacquer in It’s a Piazza Cake
  • White polish: Essie Nail Polish in Blanc
  • Brown polish: Sally Hansen Miracle Gel in Spice Age
  • Thin nail art brush: Beetles Gel Polish Nail Art Brush Set
  • Clear top coat: Seche Vite Dry Fast Top Coat

Instructions:

1. 1. Apply a base coat to protect your nails.
   2. Paint the nails with a combination of orange, white, and brown polishes.
   3. Use a thin nail art brush to add spooky designs like ghosts, spider webs, and skulls.
   4. Finish with a clear top coat to seal the design.

FAQ

Q: How can I make my fall nails square 2024 designs last longer? A: Use a high-quality base coat and top coat to extend the life of your manicure. Avoid exposing your nails to harsh chemicals and wear gloves when doing household chores.

Q: What are some basic nail care tips? A: Keep your nails clean and dry, moisturize your cuticles regularly, and avoid biting your nails. Trim your nails regularly and file them in one direction to prevent splitting.

Q: Can I achieve these designs with short nails? A: Absolutely! Many of these designs can be adapted for short nails. Use smaller decals and finer details to make the designs pop on shorter lengths.

Q: What is the best way to remove autumn acrylic nails? A: Soak your nails in acetone for 10-15 minutes and gently push off the acrylic with a cuticle pusher. Be sure to moisturize your nails and cuticles afterward.