Swap out your clothes, swap out your nail looks. As sweaters and warmer threads get pulled up from under the bed, it’s only natural to want your nails to meet the occasion. “Fall fashion gives us so much to work with,” says Gerstein. “Leather, suede, animal prints, amazing coats. I always look at fashion and think: How can I turn that into a nail without literally copying it?”
Gerstein adds, “I love blooming gel for animal prints because it does some of the work for you and nothing comes out exactly the same,” so a cow print or a speckled deer pattern becomes more realistic and almost tactile. For more traditional fall garb, tartan and plaid look as cozy as your favorite flannel and can come in any range of colors, including wine reds, cheekier yellows, and crimson tartan.
“I would start with a smooth, milky nude or sheer base,” says Kansas City-based nail artist Maryna Slynko. “Then, using a fine liner brush, create intersecting vertical and horizontal lines. Two or three shades with different levels of depth—such as chocolate, cream, and merlot—can help create the feeling of an actual textile.” For a more minimalist approach, opt for one or two accent nails with a fabric print, then paint the others in a simple, rich, opaque color.
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