20 Fall Birthday Nail Ideas: Almond, Square, Acrylic, and Short Designs
Are you ready to celebrate your birthday this fall with some stunning nail designs? Whether you prefer short, almond, square, or coffin shapes, there are endless possibilities to make your nails the star of the show. In this article, we’ll explore a variety of fall birthday nails ideas that are not only beautiful but also achievable at home. Let’s dive into the world of fall birthday nails and find the perfect design for your special day.
Delicate Leafy Nails
When it comes to fall birthday nails, this delicate leafy design is a winner. The combination of soft nude polish with intricate black and gold leaf patterns creates a sophisticated and natural look. The accent nails with gold foil add a touch of glamour, perfect for a fall celebration.
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- Nude base polish (e.g., OPI Nail Lacquer in ‘Samoan Sand’)
- Black nail polish for leaf patterns (e.g., Essie Nail Polish in ‘Licorice’)
- Gold foil for accents
- Fine detail brush for painting leaves
- Top coat for sealing the design (e.g., Seche Vite Dry Fast Top Coat)
- DIY Instructions:
- Apply a nude base coat and let it dry completely.
- Using a fine detail brush, paint black leaf patterns on selected nails.
- Add gold foil accents to a few leaves for a touch of shine.
- Seal your design with a top coat to protect it and add a glossy finish.
Elegant Floral Vines
These elegant floral vines on a nude and burgundy background are perfect for those who want a more refined look for their fall birthday nails. The design beautifully balances bold and delicate elements, making it versatile for any fall outfit.
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- Nude base polish (e.g., Sally Hansen Miracle Gel in ‘Bare Dare’)
- Burgundy nail polish (e.g., Essie Nail Polish in ‘Bordeaux’)
- Black nail polish for vines (e.g., Essie Nail Polish in ‘Licorice’)
- Fine detail brush for painting vines and flowers
- Top coat for sealing the design (e.g., Sally Hansen Miracle Gel Top Coat)
- DIY Instructions:
- Apply a nude base coat to all nails and let it dry.
- On selected nails, paint a burgundy background.
- Using a fine detail brush, paint black vines and small flowers over the nude and burgundy nails.
- Finish with a top coat to protect your design and add shine.
Bold Autumn Blooms
For those who love vibrant colors, these bold autumn blooms are a fantastic choice for fall birthday nails. The burnt orange and gold accents make this design pop, while the floral patterns keep it fun and festive.
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- Burnt orange nail polish (e.g., Zoya Nail Polish in ‘Jasper’)
- White nail polish for floral patterns (e.g., OPI Nail Lacquer in ‘Alpine Snow’)
- Gold nail polish for accents (e.g., Essie Nail Polish in ‘Good as Gold’)
- Fine detail brush for painting flowers
- Top coat for sealing the design (e.g., Essie Gel Setter Top Coat)
- DIY Instructions:
- Apply a burnt orange base coat to all nails.
- Using a fine detail brush, paint white floral patterns on selected nails.
- Add gold accents to the flowers for a touch of sparkle.
- Seal your design with a top coat to ensure it lasts.
Glamorous Glitter and Plaid
Combine glitter and plaid for a glamorous yet cozy look that screams fall. This design is perfect for a festive birthday celebration, offering a mix of textures and patterns that catch the eye.
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- Orange nail polish (e.g., Essie Nail Polish in ‘Playing Koi’)
- Glitter polish (e.g., China Glaze Nail Polish in ‘Fairy Dust’)
- Burgundy nail polish (e.g., OPI Nail Lacquer in ‘Malaga Wine’)
- Fine detail brush for plaid design
- Top coat for sealing the design (e.g., INM Out the Door Top Coat)
- DIY Instructions:
- Apply an orange base coat to all nails.
- Paint glitter polish on selected nails for a sparkly accent.
- Using a fine detail brush, create a plaid design with burgundy polish on a couple of nails.
- Finish with a top coat to protect your intricate design and add shine.
Sparkling Brown Ombre
Brown ombre nails with a touch of glitter are perfect for those who prefer a more subtle yet stunning look for their fall birthday nails. The gradient effect adds depth, while the glitter brings a celebratory sparkle.
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- Light brown base polish (e.g., Essie Nail Polish in ‘Sand Tropez’)
- Dark brown polish for ombre effect (e.g., OPI Nail Lacquer in ‘Chocolate Moose’)
- Glitter polish (e.g., China Glaze Nail Polish in ‘Golden Enchantment’)
- Makeup sponge for creating the ombre effect
- Top coat for sealing the design (e.g., Sally Hansen Miracle Gel Top Coat)
- DIY Instructions:
- Apply a light brown base coat and let it dry.
- Using a makeup sponge, dab the dark brown polish on the tips of your nails to create an ombre effect.
- Apply a glitter polish over the ombre for added sparkle.
- Seal with a top coat to ensure your design lasts.
Elegant Black and Gold Birthday Nails
For a glamorous fall birthday, these black and gold nails are a perfect choice. The intricate designs featuring candles, roses, and the number 30 make this manicure ideal for a milestone birthday. The combination of matte black and shimmering gold creates a luxurious look that will surely make a statement.
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- Black base polish (e.g., OPI Nail Lacquer in ‘Black Onyx’)
- Gold glitter polish (e.g., Essie Nail Polish in ‘Good as Gold’)
- Fine detail brush for intricate designs
- Stamping plates for detailed patterns
- Top coat for sealing the design (e.g., Seche Vite Dry Fast Top Coat)
- DIY Instructions:
- Apply a black base coat to all nails and let it dry completely.
- Using a fine detail brush or stamping plates, create intricate gold designs featuring candles, roses, and numbers.
- Apply gold glitter polish to accent nails for extra sparkle.
- Seal the design with a top coat to protect your artwork and add shine.
Vibrant Fall Stiletto Nails
These vibrant stiletto nails are a fantastic choice for those who love bold and colorful designs. With shades of orange, green, and nude, complemented by plaid patterns and glittery accents, this design is perfect for a fall birthday celebration.
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- Orange nail polish (e.g., Essie Nail Polish in ‘Playing Koi’)
- Green nail polish (e.g., OPI Nail Lacquer in ‘Stay Off the Lawn’)
- Nude base polish (e.g., Sally Hansen Miracle Gel in ‘Bare Dare’)
- Glitter polish for accents (e.g., China Glaze Nail Polish in ‘Fairy Dust’)
- Fine detail brush for plaid patterns
- Top coat for sealing the design (e.g., Essie Gel Setter Top Coat)
- DIY Instructions:
- Apply the orange, green, and nude base coats to different nails.
- Using a fine detail brush, create plaid patterns on the nude nails.
- Add glitter polish to accent nails for a festive touch.
- Seal your design with a top coat to ensure it lasts.
Copper Leaf French Tips
For a sophisticated yet festive look, these copper leaf French tips are ideal. The soft pink base paired with copper tips and delicate leaf patterns create an elegant design that is perfect for celebrating a fall birthday.
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- Soft pink base polish (e.g., OPI Nail Lacquer in ‘Bubble Bath’)
- Copper nail polish for tips (e.g., Zoya Nail Polish in ‘Autumn’)
- Fine detail brush for leaf patterns
- Top coat for sealing the design (e.g., Sally Hansen Miracle Gel Top Coat)
- DIY Instructions:
- Apply a soft pink base coat and let it dry.
- Paint the tips of your nails with copper polish.
- Using a fine detail brush, create delicate leaf patterns on the tips.
- Seal the design with a top coat to protect your artwork and add a glossy finish.
Luxurious Gold Foil Tips
These luxurious gold foil tips are perfect for a classy and elegant fall birthday look. The nude base with gold foil accents provides a chic and sophisticated style that is sure to turn heads.
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- Nude base polish (e.g., Essie Nail Polish in ‘Ballet Slippers’)
- Gold foil for accents
- Top coat for sealing the design (e.g., INM Out the Door Top Coat)
- DIY Instructions:
- Apply a nude base coat and let it dry completely.
- Carefully apply gold foil to the tips of your nails.
- Seal the design with a top coat to ensure the foil stays in place and to add a glossy finish.
Floral French Tips
These floral French tips are a delightful and feminine choice for a fall birthday. The combination of soft pink and white with delicate floral patterns creates a beautiful and timeless design that is perfect for any birthday celebration.
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- Soft pink base polish (e.g., OPI Nail Lacquer in ‘Mod About You’)
- White nail polish for tips (e.g., Essie Nail Polish in ‘Blanc’)
- Fine detail brush for floral patterns
- Top coat for sealing the design (e.g., Sally Hansen Miracle Gel Top Coat)
- DIY Instructions:
- Apply a soft pink base coat and let it dry.
- Paint the tips of your nails with white polish.
- Using a fine detail brush, create delicate floral patterns on the tips.
- Seal the design with a top coat to protect your artwork and add a glossy finish.
Black and Gold Foil Almond Nails
For a dramatic and elegant fall birthday look, these black and gold foil almond nails are an excellent choice. The glossy black polish combined with gold foil creates a striking contrast that exudes luxury and sophistication.
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- Black nail polish (e.g., Essie Nail Polish in ‘Licorice’)
- Gold foil for accents
- Top coat for sealing the design (e.g., Seche Vite Dry Fast Top Coat)
- Fine detail brush for precision
- DIY Instructions:
- Apply a black base coat to all nails and let it dry completely.
- Carefully apply gold foil to create abstract patterns on each nail.
- Use a fine detail brush to ensure the foil adheres properly and looks seamless.
- Seal the design with a top coat to protect the foil and add a glossy finish.
Floral Glitter Almond Nails
These floral glitter almond nails are perfect for those who love a touch of sparkle with delicate details. The nude base with white floral designs and glitter accents creates a soft, feminine look ideal for a fall birthday celebration.
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- Nude base polish (e.g., OPI Nail Lacquer in ‘Bubble Bath’)
- White nail polish for floral designs (e.g., Essie Nail Polish in ‘Blanc’)
- Glitter polish for accents (e.g., China Glaze Nail Polish in ‘Fairy Dust’)
- Fine detail brush for painting flowers
- Top coat for sealing the design (e.g., Sally Hansen Miracle Gel Top Coat)
- DIY Instructions:
- Apply a nude base coat to all nails and let it dry.
- Using a fine detail brush, paint white floral designs on each nail.
- Add glitter polish to accent nails for a touch of sparkle.
- Seal the design with a top coat to ensure it lasts and shines.
Black and White Gold Flake Nails
For a chic and modern look, these black and white nails with gold flakes are a stylish choice. The contrasting colors and gold accents make this design perfect for a sophisticated fall birthday look.
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- Black nail polish (e.g., OPI Nail Lacquer in ‘Black Onyx’)
- White nail polish (e.g., Essie Nail Polish in ‘Blanc’)
- Gold flakes for accents
- Top coat for sealing the design (e.g., INM Out the Door Top Coat)
- DIY Instructions:
- Apply a white base coat to some nails and a black base coat to others, and let them dry.
- Carefully apply gold flakes along the dividing line between the two colors.
- Use a fine detail brush to ensure the gold flakes adhere properly.
- Seal the design with a top coat to protect the flakes and add a glossy finish.
Burgundy Glitter Almond Nails
These burgundy glitter almond nails are a fantastic choice for a warm and cozy fall birthday look. The deep burgundy color combined with glitter accents creates a rich and festive appearance.
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- Burgundy nail polish (e.g., Essie Nail Polish in ‘Bordeaux’)
- Glitter polish for accents (e.g., OPI Nail Lacquer in ‘GoldenEye’)
- Top coat for sealing the design (e.g., Sally Hansen Miracle Gel Top Coat)
- DIY Instructions:
- Apply a burgundy base coat to all nails and let it dry completely.
- Add glitter polish to the tips or as an ombre effect starting from the base of the nails.
- Seal the design with a top coat to protect the glitter and add a glossy finish.
Copper and Brown Coffin Nails
For a bold and striking fall birthday look, these copper and brown coffin nails are perfect. The combination of matte and glitter finishes creates a stunning contrast that is sure to catch the eye.
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- Brown nail polish (e.g., Zoya Nail Polish in ‘Louise’)
- Copper glitter polish (e.g., China Glaze Nail Polish in ‘I Herd That’)
- Nude base polish (e.g., OPI Nail Lacquer in ‘Bubble Bath’)
- Top coat for sealing the design (e.g., Seche Vite Dry Fast Top Coat)
- DIY Instructions:
- Apply a nude base coat to some nails and a brown base coat to others, and let them dry.
- Add copper glitter polish to accent nails, either as tips or full nail coverage.
- Seal the design with a top coat to ensure it lasts and adds a glossy finish.
Modern Blue and White Geometric Nails
These modern blue and white geometric nails are a striking choice for a fall birthday. The clean lines and contrasting colors create a contemporary look that is both chic and eye-catching. The addition of metallic accents adds a touch of elegance to this bold design.
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- Dark blue nail polish (e.g., OPI Nail Lacquer in ‘Russian Navy’)
- White nail polish (e.g., Essie Nail Polish in ‘Blanc’)
- Silver striping tape for geometric lines
- Top coat for sealing the design (e.g., Seche Vite Dry Fast Top Coat)
- DIY Instructions:
- Apply a dark blue base coat to some nails and a white base coat to others, and let them dry completely.
- Use silver striping tape to create clean geometric lines on each nail.
- Seal the design with a top coat to ensure the tape stays in place and to add a glossy finish.
Elegant Black and White Marble Nails
For a sophisticated and timeless look, these black and white marble nails with gold accents are perfect for a fall birthday. The intricate marble patterns paired with metallic gold flakes create a luxurious design that is sure to impress.
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- White nail polish (e.g., OPI Nail Lacquer in ‘Alpine Snow’)
- Black nail polish (e.g., Essie Nail Polish in ‘Licorice’)
- Gold foil for accents
- Fine detail brush for marble effect
- Top coat for sealing the design (e.g., INM Out the Door Top Coat)
- DIY Instructions:
- Apply a white base coat to all nails and let it dry.
- Using a fine detail brush, create black marble patterns on each nail.
- Add gold foil accents to enhance the design.
- Seal the design with a top coat to protect the marble effect and add shine.
Artistic Black and Pink Nails with Gold Foil
These artistic black and pink nails with gold foil are a stunning choice for a fall birthday. The combination of pink and black with intricate line work and gold foil creates a unique and stylish look that is perfect for any celebration.
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- Pink nail polish (e.g., Essie Nail Polish in ‘Fiji’)
- Black nail polish (e.g., OPI Nail Lacquer in ‘Black Onyx’)
- Gold foil for accents
- Fine detail brush for line work
- Top coat for sealing the design (e.g., Sally Hansen Miracle Gel Top Coat)
- DIY Instructions:
- Apply a pink base coat to some nails and a black base coat to others, and let them dry.
- Use a fine detail brush to create intricate line work on each nail.
- Apply gold foil accents to enhance the design.
- Seal the design with a top coat to protect the foil and add a glossy finish.
Autumn Leaves Nails
For a beautiful and natural look, these autumn leaves nails are perfect for a fall birthday. The detailed leaf patterns on a nude base create a stunning representation of the fall season, making this design ideal for celebrating in style.
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- Nude base polish (e.g., OPI Nail Lacquer in ‘Bubble Bath’)
- Brown, yellow, and orange nail polishes for leaf designs (e.g., Essie Nail Polish in ‘Playing Koi’, ‘Fall for NYC’, and ‘Off Tropic’)
- Fine detail brush for painting leaves
- Top coat for sealing the design (e.g., Seche Vite Dry Fast Top Coat)
- DIY Instructions:
- Apply a nude base coat and let it dry completely.
- Using a fine detail brush, paint detailed leaf patterns on each nail using brown, yellow, and orange polishes.
- Seal the design with a top coat to protect the artwork and add a glossy finish.
Brown and Copper Swirl Nails
These brown and copper swirl nails are perfect for a fall birthday celebration. The mix of rich brown and copper glitter polishes creates a mesmerizing swirl pattern that is both festive and elegant.
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- Brown nail polish (e.g., Zoya Nail Polish in ‘Louise’)
- Copper glitter polish (e.g., China Glaze Nail Polish in ‘I Herd That’)
- Nude base polish (e.g., OPI Nail Lacquer in ‘Bubble Bath’)
- Fine detail brush for creating swirls
- Top coat for sealing the design (e.g., Sally Hansen Miracle Gel Top Coat)
- DIY Instructions:
- Apply a nude base coat to all nails and let it dry.
- Using a fine detail brush, create swirl patterns with brown and copper glitter polishes on each nail.
- Seal the design with a top coat to ensure it lasts and adds a glossy finish.