As August draws to a close and September begins, it’s time to brace for colder weather. This means gradually switching iced matcha for hot chocolate, and debuting all the cosy sweaters that were buried in your closet. And if your next nail appointment is looming in, then screenshot these nail ideas for a transitional nail that matches the transitional weather.
Burgundy
First and foremost, the basics. If you aren’t considering burgundy nails, is it even autumn? The ever-classic deep brownish-red colour matches the moody weather and a moody wardrobe seamlessly.
Goodbye Pastels, Hello Earth Tones
Since summer is all about bright, pastel tones, the best way to transition to deeper colours is to start with earth tones. The muted, warm tones reflect the changing environment and the changing mood. We’re talking olive, rust, and of course, browns, brightened up with a warm gold metallic accent.
Black
This colour is straight up winter territory, but now that Season 2 of Netflix’s Wednesday is out, it seems like the perfect time to don gothic, black nails.
Dark Aura
Aura nails have been trending for a while now. So, to adjust to the changing seasons, change the colour combination to something moodier. We’re talking purple and black for a haunting look, or red and brown, the ever classic autumn combo.
Pumpkin Spice Nails
When September rolls around, we start to see pumpkin spice everywhere. And if it’s in your lattes and cupcakes, why not embody it in your nails? To achieve the look, ask for a bronzy orange with chrome.
Sapphire Nails
It’s basically a navy blue cat eye. It’s elegant and sophisticated, exuding cool when paired with the standard sweater and jeans
Khaki Nails
While it’s not a common colour you would see during the transitional seasons, it fits perfectly with the autumn weather. It’s muted, warm, and reminds us of the forest and Taylor Swift’s Folklore.
Leopard French Tip
Animal print, especially leopard nails, isn’t going anywhere anytime soon. If you’re someone who still likes to keep it bright and light during the colder months, but still craves a moody-looking nail, we recommend leopard print, but as a French tip. You get a hint of dark brown and orange while still maintaining a light base; it’s a win-win.
