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Theres something magical about fall nail designs.

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As with any nail art, the best fall nail is the one you fall in love with.
Below are 31 fall nail art ideas for you to try once the weather cools.
Read on and find the one youll be taking to your manicurist post-Labor Day.
90s Square Nails
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Opt for ’90s-inspired square nails to make a bold statement this fall.
French Square
It doesnt get more 90s than the classic French manicure.
Opt for a micro tip on a square nail for a more minimal feel that feels chic and clean.
Were also fans of a two-toned look, like this purple and lilac combo.
Playing Pool
These striped and colored billiard balls make for a fun and sporty nail look.
We especially like these intricate decals to dress up a bare nail.
Its perfect to layer or wear alone, she says.
It also makes for a perfect everyday look that matches everything.
Galactic Midnight
Our romanticized version of outer space would be this cat-eye nail look.
Dark Auras
One can never go with aura nails.
But for this fall, celebrity manicuristBrittney Boycesays to go dark and opt for cozier and cooler colors.
Its so easy to use, even beginners can master it pretty quickly.
And if theres any look that makes for the perfect Halloween nail, this would be our top choice.
Food-Inspired Decals
Thebeauty-as-food trendtakes a bit of a more literal translation this fall.
Fine Wine
Nothing says fall vibes like a deep burgundy shade.
Geometric Shapes
Looking for an easy way to spice up your mani?
Play with different tones of wine-colored nails and layer on geometric shapes.
Chrome French Tips
Elevate a classic French top by giving your tips a shiny chrome effect.
Disco Fever
Tap into your inner 70s wild child and get groovy with your chrome French mani.
Were obsessed with these disco French tips to dress up any nail look.
Use a silver metallic shimmer to outline the tips against a bare base so that it really pops.
Maximalist Art
Go bold and loud this fall.
All experts agree that fall is the perfect season to indulge in embellished nail looks.
Edwards recommends using KISS press ons to achieve these looks easily at home.
Something likeKISS Majestic Nailshave pretty bow and jewel decals for a really pretty look.
Jewel Box
Nothing says maximalist quite like bold jewel decals.
She once used gothic details on Megan Foxs long dark nails to elevate a classic black mani.
These are just super fun.
Mix and match a French tip to give your mani an unexpected pop of color.
Apple Jelly
Brat fall anyone?
Another jelly shade Goldstein loves for the cooler weather is a bright green.
Her pick is Chanels newest polish shadeReveuse.
Dress it up with abstract metallic lines on top for an out-of-this-world mani.
Ocean Blue
Majestic and mysterious, theres nothing like a deep blue shade for fall.
Goldstein recommends using somethingPleasings Hairy Mermaid.
Its a rich vibrant cobalt blue that takes very look to the next level, she says.
Grab a light blue metallic for your base and draw on a minimal earth-toned terracotta for a lovely mixture.
A Bugs Life
Goldstein also thinks bug nail art will be huge in the fall.
And its looking like the only bugs we may not be afraid of are these adorable beetle designs.
Place them against a bare nail so they really pop.
Minimally chic and plus, ladybugs are known for being lucky and were all about manifesting some good energy.
Forgoing the typical rounded tip, she instead gave it a drip effect to elevate the look.
Catch us with these nails all of fall and beyond.