Brown Nails Are Officially Trending for Fall—Here Are 10 Designs to Try

This neutral mani is definitely a nod to the ‘90s.

Summer brights have had their fun on our fingers these last months, but as we round the corner toward autumn, people are starting to swap their milky green matcha and strawberry lemonade hues for a fall color palette that’s a bit more neutral and creamy. Enter: brown nails, which are perfectly neutral and undeniably chic. This sophisticated mani—which complements basically everything in your cool weather wardrobe—is the nail color of fall 2024.

How to Choose the Perfect Brown Nail Color

Brown nails come in a wide range of tones, ranging from pale taupe to espresso. This neutral color palette is obviously a natural fit for autumn, but it’s also a nod to the brown-toned makeup and manicures that were so popular in the ‘90s.

Celebrity manicurist Deborah Lippmann says that the mani is an extension of the “bronzy, glowy look” and minimalist makeup trends we’re seeing everywhere right now. When trying to find the right shade of brown nail polish, Lippmann says to consider your skin tone and then grab a shade of brown, taupe, or beige that works best against your complexion.

"The same way you try on clothes before you buy them, you should try on lacquers to find the perfect shade,” Lippmann says. “When it comes to nudes and browns, a great way to tell is by looking at your cuticles for answers. If the lacquer isn't right for your skin tone, your cuticle will actually look red or dirty.”

Generally speaking, colors with cool undertones flatter people with cool complexions, and colors with warm undertones flatter those with warm complexions. From there, consider whether you want to go for a lighter shade on the spectrum or something darker.

10 Brown Nail Designs

Want to try on some brown nails this season? There are tons of colors, designs, and trends to try.

1. Creamy Latte Nails

Latte nails have a nice swirl of milk added to the brown, making it more of a creamy brown versus dark color. This neutral mani will definitely match with everything you pull from the closet.

2. Brown with Leopard Print

If you haven’t noticed, leopard print is everywhere this season. Get in on the trend by incorporating this animal print onto your nails. Here, brown polish is paired with a leopard accent nail .

3. Caramel Brown Nails

For a warm and cozy brown manicure that shouts “autumn,” opt for a caramel-leaning brown nail polish. The golden tones lend a sophisticated twist that feels very appropriate for the season.

4. Brown Ombre Nails

Combine the brown nails trend with the ombre (or “paint chip nails”) trend by applying a different color within the same color family to each nail.

5. Coffee Marble Nails

It’s hard to resist the mesmerizing swirl of this coffee-inspired manicure. It replicates that moment when you pour cream or milk into your coffee and it dances around in your mug.

6. French Brown Mani

French manicures will never fade from favor, largely because there are so many ways you can put your own twist on the design. Try a brown French tip with white lining, as pictured here.

7. Espresso Nails

If you want something deeper and moodier, opt for a dark espresso color. This rich, tonal brown is still a neutral, but offers more drama compared to lighter shades.

8. Twisted Brown Mani

For a bold, unexpected twist on a brown manicure, add a layer of green sheen on top. You can do this with a sheer chrome, or an ultra-fine green shimmer or holographic top coat.

9. Glittery Brown

Keep things shimmery with a medium to dark brown nail polish that’s infused with lots of glitter. It’ll catch the light—and plenty of compliments—wherever you go.

10. Neutral Brown Nails

Warm things up a bit with a neutral brown color. The neutral undertones flatter all complexions so you don’t have to think too hard about picking the right shade for your complexion.

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