November is always the month to warm up in the richer colors, warm colors and a bit of seasonal bling. Earthly neutrals to daring designs, the nails of this month are all about the trick of finding a balance between grace and the playful autumnal energy. These styles will ensure your manicure is kept fresh well into Thanksgiving and beyond whether you are a fan of simple classics or bold statement looks.
Golden Brown Elegance
The autumn statement is achieved with warm brown, and sparkles of copper. This manicure is a combination of dark chocolate nail with bright glitter accents and thin leaf patterns that are seasonal and stylish. It is that in between zone between basic glitz and glitter, and just right on cosy November weekends.
I would re-create it with OPI, Espresso Your inner self with a copper glitter gel polish such as Penny Talk by DND. The delicate strokes of the white leaves can be painted with the help of a thin detail brush and this manicure appears to be done by a professional even at home.
When I put on a nail set like this, I feel like I am holding a mug of hot cocoa in front of a fire- it is stable, elegant and has that almond solid warmth we all need when days grow shorter.
Olive and Gold Luxe
Olive green and crisp white and solid gold accents sounds very fresh but very November. This is the nail polish that demonstrates how even the most neutral colors may be luxurious with the right amount of glitz. It is a plain yet high-end design, which is efficient both on casual days and on evenings out.
To achieve this appearance, I would apply Essie, Sage You Love Me to green, OPI, Alpine Snow to white and finish it with Orly, 24K Gold Flake. It is a full cover but simple manicure that brings together a sense of grounded calmness and holiday glitz.
The first thing I did with olive on my nails was not convinced that it would match me, but with metallics, it became one of my favorite fall collections- it is subtle and yet noticeable.
Midnight Sky Gradient
This blue manicure is a cool mood in the cool November nights. A combination of light icy sounds which fade into dark navy is the November sky, at twilight till midnight. It is simple but refined in its implementation, producing the ideal ombré of simple and statement.
The sponge method would be the best way to achieve that perfect gradient using polishes such as Zoya in Blu and Essie in After School Boy Blazer. Nail artist Julie Kandalec once told Allure that blue manicures are classic in that they are modern and at the same time neutral and I could not agree less.
Whenever I put on shades such as these, I seem to have my nails to suit the November evenings-shiny, stylish and a bit mysterious.
Teal and Copper Mix
This manicure blends dark teal and bright copper chrome and gold foil flecks-autumn leaves on a gemstone surface. It is colorful and polished and hits that balance between earthly and glamorous. The combination of matte and glossy surface brings this design to a new level.
I would apply Beetles Gel Polish in Teal Blue, and copper chrome powder to create this. To achieve that effect of dimension, gold leaf foil can be pressed into the tacky layer and then overcoated with a glossy top coating.
This appearance is like having tiny fragments of autumn art in your fingernails- it is bold and yet can be worn, particularly with the sweaters in brown or beige colors.
Autumn Leaves Fantasy
In this case, nails become canvases on which jewel-colored leaves in the colors of orange, green and copper are painted. The colors stand out on the matte navy background and the crystal embellishments provide the right amount of sparkle. It is almond colored inspiration at best, full of details, yet just right at the time of November.
To make my own, I would stamp the leaves using stamping plates with colors such as OPI, Cajun Shrimp and Zoya, Hunter. Add Swarovski flatbacks to add a touch of glitz.
This manicure is as though one has entered a forest in late November where the leaves are crisp underfoot and everything shines in low sunlight. It is a bit fanciful, a bit melodramatic-just the atmosphere I desire just before the holiday season sets in.
Spooky Chic Orange and Black
This nail polish is a twist on the traditional Halloween colors and it is trendy. The dark matte black background and dripping neon-orange details are bold, playful and definitely November. Not only is it spooky but it is a bright and fashionable design that can easily shift between October nighttime and early November.
Polish Matte black is important to recreate it. I would recommend Essie in her matte finish Licorice, and a flashy pumpkin color such as OPI in My Chihuahua Doesn’t Bite Anymore. Striping brush is used in order to get those drip-like effects that are edgy and stylish.
Each time I put on nails such as these I get the sense that I am bringing a small piece of festivity into the daily world. They are adventurous, entertaining and the best way to have fun during the season without being overboard.
Wild Olive Leopard
Animal prints will never be out of fashion and this olive-green coffin short bright manicure with leopard spots proves it. The combination of the grounded sounds and a bold design provide a lighthearted but high profile appearance, with simple polish and statement details.
To this, I would begin with a foundation of olive green gel polish such as the Orly brand, Olive Grove. Then, the leopard pattern is made by a dotting tool of black and tan. A layer of glossy top coating makes it smooth and allows the print to shine.
I like the fact that this style is both neutral and colorful. It is somewhat wild, somewhat elegant-just what one wants his nails to say fall, but scream fashion.
Retro Mustard and Burgundy Swirls
It is a vintage manicure dream: solid mustard, dark burgundy, and swirl designs that are so groovy and scream November nostalgia. It is simple in its color blocking as well as playful in its pattern. Imagine warm turtlenecks, cinnamon lattes, vintage style built into one nail set.
I would use the Essie In Stitches in burgundy and Hay There by OPI in mustard. Swirls can be painted free hand with a thin detail brush but decals can save time when one is starting out.
People keep on asking me about such styles when I put them on. They are almond of a kind- fun, bold and immediately conversation starting. In some cases, nails do not complete an outfit, but are the outfit.
Ruby Red Sparkle
This manicure is classic and modern combining solid ruby red with accent nails that are full of shimmer and holographic sparkle. It is sunny, eternal and glamorous without any effort, making you forget about Thanksgiving parties and enter the world of holiday parties. Festive chic collides with almond spring vibes.
To this, I would choose OPI, Big apple Red and apply a top coat of glitter such as Deborah lippmann, stairway to heaven, to get that holographic pop. It is a simple appearance that does not seem mundane at all when the light hits the shine.
Something about red nails never ceases to be magic. They are strong, female and fashionable. Whenever I put on a set like this, I feel invincible- as though my nails are the last touch to my November glow-up.
Fiery Orange Marble
The heat is raised in this set with swirling marble of brown and gold on top of glowing orange. It is sunny and yet not glare-y-a warmth of firelight on cold November days. The combination of smooth solid orange and intricate swirls is a design that is vibrant, but also posh.
I would begin with a bright gel such as Gelish, Orange You Glad and then marble veil it with a thin brush dipped into metallic gold polish. It is all covered with a glossy top coat that allows the fiery glow to be seen through.
I adore the fact that these nails are like little fireflames on your hands, strong and at the same time stylish, the right amount of fun and sophistication.
Burgundy and Nude Waves
This contemporary design of waves is a combination of deep burgundy and creamy nude. The golden striping line makes it classy and the dark wine color provides the depth. It is the type of manicure that is simple in its construction but anything but simple.
In this combination, I would pick up OPI, Malaga Wine and a neutral such as the Essies, Ballet Slippers. Metallic striping tape or a gold polished detail brush is just enough to add sparkle to the set without being overpowering.
I feel instantly uplifted whenever I put on burgundy nails-as though my clothes were automatically promoted, even a knit sweater and jeans.
Autumn Knit Sparkle
This manicure feels more like fall in a can of paint: the colors of forest green, burnt orange, copper glitter, and champagne sparkle. It is very warm-up and particularly with big sweaters. Every nail is different, but they are all a story of the seasons.
Such a mix and match manicure will require multiple polishes, such as Zoya, Hunter, Essie, Playing Koi, and a copper glitter topper. Switching finishes is a gimmick that a number of U.S. professionals suggest to capture the light without being excessive.
I can always smile when this style is used. It is easy, cozy, and so much in keeping with the season-as though you had autumn leaves in your fingertips.
Evergreen and Crimson Shine
Green and red in November? Yes, please. This solid manicure with almonds demonstrates how to introduce the energy of the holidays without losing that autumn richness. The dark green glitter is elegant and the red glitter is a touch dramatic enough.
I would apply the Venetian Green by ILNP and the Got the Blues for Red by OPI to achieve this appearance. It is important to maintain the nails long and almond-shaped and this is where the shine is brought out.
Whenever I wear such a combo, I feel celebratory yet not pressed into the season- it is a small nod at the holidays and yet one foot in November.
Golden Leaf Accents
The glaze on warm terracotta orange that has been polished using floating pieces of gold foil produces a simple but impressive effect. It is neutral but it has a sparkle that is rich and seasonal, as leaves in the afternoon sun. Such an easy concept taken to the next level with luxury.
The gold foil can be pressed into a sticky gel layer and it can be sealed with a clear top coating so that it does not peel. I would suggest a warm orange gel base that would work best.
This is a quiet sort of beauty-these nails speak of refinement and autumnal light, and are all you need in November.
Black and Orange Waves
This manicure has current graphic feel with a matte black base and an orange wave striping. It is coffin brief bright inspiration made in a fashionable manner-edgy but not excessive. A smooth design that is balanced between dark and bright.
To achieve this appearance, I would apply a matte black polish such as Zoya polish, Willa, and a neon orange gel as a contrast. With a fine liner brush, it is easier to come up with smooth lines of waves.
Putting this on is like entering a runway show- it is bold, stylish and sure to get compliments.
Pumpkin Cream Swirls
This set is glossy orange and creamy nude with sharp strokes of black and white. It is vivid and soft, heavy, but fine. A cheerful and warm design, as though pumpkin pie on a cold afternoon.
It requires a crisp nude base, bright orange gel and a striping brush. To achieve that ideal swirl contrast, I would stack up some black and white lines.
It is playful and at the same time versatile- I could imagine it to be used equally well on a casual coffee date or even at a Thanksgiving dinner.
Burnt Ombre Drama
The dark burgundy that fades to mustard orange creates a dark almond colorful ombré. It has a smooth matte texture which makes it appear bold and comfortable. It is easy to do but gorgeous in its effect-one of those sorts of styles that smell of November in a bottle.
In the case of ombré nails, I would apply a sponge blending method with burgundy and mustard colors, and apply a matte top coat. The fade is smooth and dramatic.
I have always been a fan of ombré in fall- it is comfortable to wear and immediately fashionable, the nails are practically shouting the color change of the trees.
Burgundy and Rose Gold French Tips
It is an almond spring twist on the French tip- deep burgundy, dusty pink, and gilded rose gold edges. It is a feminine, celebratory, and elegant design that does not feel high-end, yet it retains its gentle nature.
To this I would match OPI’s Bogotá Blackberry with a mauve such as Essie Angora Cardi. A perfect tip highlight is made using a fine detail brush which is dipped in rose gold chrome polish.
This manicure is evidence that French styles never out of fashion they are just changing. I would wear it in any November party when I would wish my nails to be polished and not too flashy.
Golden Leaf Magic
This manicure is a combination of deep ruby red and clear tips with gold foil and painted fall leaves. It is rich, lush and so seasonal, as having a miniature fall scene on your nails.
You will require a clear base, a dense gel polish in red and bits of gold foil in order to sparkle. The leaf designs may be done with a fine nail art brush or pre-made decals by amateurs.
Whenever I look at nails like these I imagine strolls in November parks, the golden glitter on the bright red is eternal and at the same time playful.
Coral and Sage Botanical
A new twist on almond colored nails- soft coral, sage green, leafy black with touches of gold foil. It is sunny and down-to-earth, and it suits a person wanting to have a nature-powered design that is elegant and contemporary.
To achieve this appearance, I would suggest the use of a palette of coral pink, muted green, and nude. It has a Pinterest-worthy hand-painted look added with a touch of dark leaf patterns using black gel polish.
It is a kind of style that seems to be personal-as though your nails were telling a little November garden tale.
Matte Olive Blossoms
Simple is sometimes the best statement. Such neutral, matte olive nails with minimalistic golden flowers outlines are trendy, chic, and can be used in all November outfits.
The matte top coats immediately make a manicure look more glamorous and when combined with soft line art, the appearance is elegant but not flashy. This ensemble is smooth without making an effort.
I would wear it to a Thanksgiving dinner- it is fashionable yet will not conflict with a comfortable outfit.
Purple Velvet Ombre
This dark deep ombré fades into plum into burgundy, and is topped by a velvety matte texture. It is heavy, simple and less sunny than the majority, ideal to wear in the look of a November evening.
To this, I would mix colors such as the Essie Dressed to the Nineties with a mat coat. A sponge is used to obtain that perfect gradient.
These nails always bring to mind autumn sunsets-dramatic, dreamy, and memorable.
Cozy Coffee Tones
This set is suitable in case you are fond of neutral and plain palettes. Latte, cappuccino and dark roast brown shades with one glitter accent nail are used to create a little bit of shine. It is stylish, comfortable and shouts November cafe.
The combination of glossy nude, mocha brown and a glittery chunky accent make the ideal fall manicure that matches everything.
Whenever I put these shades on, I have the impression that I am in my favorite oversized sweater and holding a latte.
Autumn Spark Ombre
This is a dramatic set: glitter ombré fades off copper to gold, and it is combined with a brilliant metallic green. It is sunny, catchy and befits the celebratory November evenings.
The polish is a chrome green that is placed in opposition to fiery glitters. I would dress up with this appearance during Friendsgiving or even a pre-holiday party.
It is the kind of manicure that everyone notices at a glance- you cannot help smiling when your nails shine like this.
Feather-Inspired Elegance
This colorful manicure is almond with strokes that are made like feathers in colors such as mustard, brown, and black. It is weighty yet comfortable and makes a movement and texture that is comfortable and artistic.
The fine feather appearance can be obtained with nail art pens or stamping plates. Matte top coats do a great job to make it up-to-date.
It is as though you were wearing the leaves of fall with a fine brush on them-the leaves, unusual, warm, and ever stylish.
Navy Leopard Accent
This appearance is easy and fun: shiny navy nails with a leopard print. The combination of dark and patterned nails is cool, stylish and ideal to short nail wearers.
The leopard design only requires a navy polish and a straight hand (or a decal) to apply. It is carefree, yet trendy.
Even the tiniest details can have the largest effect such as a single accent nail.
Caramel Swirl French
A caramel brown twist on the French tip: swirls of caramel brown over nude with sparkly spots. It is almond one of those manicures that is so refined, classic, and yet so November.
This appearance is attained best using nude gel polish, caramel colors, and gold glitter effect to add more shine.
It is trendy, luxurious and totally versatile- the perfect mix of sweet and chic.
Conclusion
Fall is a season of change, and your nails can be included in that change of the season. You may feel a pull towards somber darker colors, eye-catching accents, or even French tips, but there is a November nail art, here to suit any mood. Use one of these styles and allow your manicure to be the last touch to your autumn radiance.
