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What nail polish colours should you wear this autumn?

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Welcome russet leaves, steaming cups of tea and soft layered looks… autumn is back. It is time to refresh your autumn nail polish wardrobe. A new collection inspired by Parisian streets, best sellers in nature inspired hues and standout shades spotted on the autumn winter 25 26 runways… Let us explore the key tones, the right techniques and our latest nail care essentials to boost your nails as the new season begins.

Quais de Seine: discover the new collection

A brand new seasonal trio is about to land on your nails, from 12 September 2025. Inspired by a stroll through Montmartre and the gardens of Paris, this collection captures the elegance of a modern urban autumn.

First up is Bohème, a deep red brown nail polish balanced between brick and dark chocolate. This autumn nail polish pairs beautifully with a camel trench and plum lipstick. It is ultra contemporary with a full monochrome brown look or contrasted with raw denim.

Minimal and refined, Tweed is a warm pearly grey, like an early morning cloudy sky. A soft, muted shade that complements beige tailoring and oversized cream knitwear effortlessly.

Completing the trio, Tuileries is a sumptuous olive green nail polish, perfect for wandering through its iconic Parisian garden namesake. The ideal green to add character for lovers of bold colour. It echoes botanical prints and bohemian corduroy silhouettes beautifully.

Available in Green™ classic polish and Green Flash™ Gel Polish, this essential autumn nail polish trio works just as well as a solid manicure as it does styled into a modern French manicure, marbled nail art or a contemporary half moon design. Perfect for anyone who loves a colourful manicure with subtle elegance.

Lifestyle and flatlays of Bohème, Tweed and Tuileries shades

Three shades, one Parisian stroll: the Quais de Seine collection welcomes autumn with effortless elegance.

Autumn mist: soft and cosy tones

If you are drawn to a softer autumn nail polish palette, look to enveloping, cosy shades.

Bubble, a sky blue nail polish infused with grey, also chosen by Luisa Beccaria for AW25. Like a fresh sea breeze on sun kissed skin. Graphic and modern, it pairs perfectly with minimalist autumn wardrobes and gold hand jewellery.

Chestnut, a warm brown, can be worn with a matte top coat or styled as a reverse French manicure for perfect toffee nails. Seductive and timeless, it flatters both light and deep skin tones. A shade also spotted on the Elisabetta Franchi runway.

Clay, a modern taupe grey with soft pink undertones, discreet yet confident, seen at Ludovic de Saint Sernin. Think warm clay that comforts and subtly enhances. Use it as a chic base for minimalist dot nail art, a nude ombré or delicate autumn aura nails in soft blended tones.

Three autumn nail polish shades that align perfectly with the season quiet luxury mood and the reinvented nude trend seen across the autumn winter 2025 2026 fashion week shows.

Flatlays of Bubble, Chestnut and Clay with FW25 26 runway inspiration

Three enveloping shades that embody autumn in quiet luxury style. (@tagwalk)

Country weekend: inspired by nature

Autumn also calls for countryside escapes. Nails are dressed in tones inspired by foliage, seasonal vegetables and dried flowers.

Not quite forest green, but a velvety green echoing the matcha makeup beauty trend, Artichaut is the perfect autumn nail polish for a stroll through the vegetable garden. Spotted at Anna Sui, it looks beautiful with a flecked wool cardigan or tartan scarf.

Looking for a dramatic touch without a single wrong note, as seen at Saint Laurent? Choose Dark Dahlia, a velvety burgundy balanced between dried petals and couture red, available in Green Flash™ Gel Polish from 3 October 2025. For a more artistic twist, add subtle floral details over this deep base. Wear it confidently on short, softly squared nails for a glam rock feel.

At Zimmermann, chameleon green takes centre stage and we love it too. Khaki is a cool, slightly muted military green that stands out as an autumn essential. It is also ideal as a base for delicate gold foliage nail art or a gradient of woodland greens such as forest and emerald.

Three on trend autumn nail polish shades inspired by nature, perfect with chunky knit jumpers, quilted jackets and beautifully worn leather boots. Simply lovely.

Flatlays of Artichaut, Dark Dahlia and Khaki with FW25 26 runway inspiration

Artichaut, Dark Dahlia, Khaki: the perfect trio for an autumn weekend in the countryside. (@tagwalk)

A night at the Opera: autumn turns chic

Soft lighting, satin black dresses and an elegant atmosphere. For evening events, elevate your autumn nail polish with noble, powdery tones.

On the Tory Burch runway, a nostalgic taupe pink with a hint of brown stole the show. Rose Mountbatten captures this mood perfectly: a vintage rose with character inspired by autumn heather. Wear it with a beige trench, a plum knit, raw denim or a tweed blazer.

At Giorgio Armani, milk nails step aside and glitter takes over. Quartz channels this trend with a modern iced brown punctuated with metallic shimmer. Wear this mineral shade like delicate jewellery, paired with a pearl grey wool coat, cashmere knit and corduroy trousers. It shines in a full look, baby boomer nail art or subtle shimmer tips.

To complete the selection, Clove, a spiced brown nail polish infused with berry and cocoa notes, inspired by the autumn wardrobe of Salvatore Ferragamo. Clove feels like a refined winter dessert: rich, smooth and irresistible. Try it with metallic accents or a smoky gradient nail art design.

Flatlays of Rose Mountbatten, Quartz and Clove with FW25 26 runway inspiration

Noble, powdery shades for chic and sophisticated autumn evenings. (@tagwalk)

Back to routine: caring for your nails after summer

Sun, sand and sea can leave nails feeling fragile. It is time for a repairing, protective routine to keep your autumn nail polish looking flawless.

Boost your nails after summer with…

The Nourishing Nail Pen:

a targeted treatment that nourishes and strengthens nails and cuticles. Its concentrated formula with castor oil, vitamin E and pistachio extract deeply rehydrates and helps regenerate the nail. The practical pen format with brush tip ensures precise application wherever you are. Genius.

The Glossy Booster Duo:

a polish free routine for naturally glossy nails in seconds. Inspired by Japanese manicures, this duo exfoliates, smooths and reveals shine without a single coat of polish. Ideal for dull or tired nails. It includes:

  • a Glycolic Peeling pen that exfoliates, hydrates and regenerates thanks to a synergy of AHAs, plant glycerine and liquorice extracts.

  • a mini three sided buffer that smooths, polishes and boosts shine for an instant glossy finish.

The Nail Strengthening Serum: an intensive treatment for soft, damaged or splitting nails. This fortifying formula with plant keratin, biotin, silicon and vitamin C strengthens and regenerates the nail plate. Its fluid texture absorbs quickly without any greasy finish, delivering visible results from the very first days.

Lifestyle Nourishing Nail Pen, Glossy Booster Duo and Nail Strengthening Serum

Three treatments to repair, strengthen and add shine to your nails this season.

Autumn is an open palette, an invitation to explore new shades through your autumn nail polish choices. Create your own. Woody tones, metallic shimmer, sophisticated nudes, dark colours, matte, glossy or pearlescent finishes. Match your nails to your seasonal wardrobe, play with texture and care for them as you would your most precious accessories. They become the chic detail that defines every silhouette. So, which autumn nail polish shades will you fall for this year? 🍁☕🍄