Pumpkin Spice Nails Are Trending
Forget the Latte — Introducing Pumpkin Spice Nails
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Pastels in the spring, neons in the summer, wine-stained reds in the winter — there are certain nail practices people just love, and switching up your shades to match the seasons is one of them. For autumn, according to Pinterest Predict's Weekly report, there's one manicure trend you can expect to see everywhere: pumpkin spice nails.
Named after the beloved Starbucks drink, pumpkin spice nails feature the rustic orange hue of the fruit in varying designs (or simple single-colour manicures). While it's a popular autumnal shade on its own, the look is also a reprieve from the pink colour that dominated the summer.
"This trend is the antithesis of Barbiecore," celebrity manicurist Julie Kandalec tells POPSUGAR. "As much fun as we had with Barbie-pink nails this summer, the trend definitely wasn't for everyone." You don't have to go full "indie sleaze" and get black or deep-purple nail-polish shades when exiting your "Barbie" era; in fact, pumpkin spice nails are a perfect transitional moment and also seasonally appropriate.
The trend is extremely versatile and easy to incorporate into other looks. You can combine it with popular designs like french tips or 3D texture, or even make the shade the star of your aura nails. Still, there's one iteration of the look that Kandalec simply can't get behind. "While we are on the topic, keep the food to the names of the manicures only," she says. "Please do not put real, ingestible food on them. It isn't sanitary."
The most straightforward way to get your own pumpkin spice nails is with a single-colour manicure. Kandalec recommends Running Latte by CND (£11) and OPI's Have Your Pantonette and Eat It Too (£10). If you opt to go to a professional for something a bit more snazzy, you can jazz up the look with crystals or even Halloween-themed nail art. The possibilities are endless when it comes to this trend.
Inspired? We are, too. To help you find the pumpkin spice nails of your dreams, we rounded up some of the best versions ahead.
Pumpkin Spice French Manicure
If you don't want to fully commit to pumpkin spice nails, simply add the colour to the tips for a french manicure that's perfect for autumn.
Matte Pumpkin Spice Nails
While this manicure is a master class in nail art on its own, the matte pumpkin spice colour takes it up a notch.
Pumpkin Spice Nails With Swirls
You know what complements pumpkin spice nails really well? Gorgeous, abstract swirls like the ones seen here.
Glitter Pumpkin Spice Nails
Want a bit more texture but still want that smooth, glossy look on your nails? Encapsulate crumpled pieces of bronze leaf throughout your pumpkin spice nails for a glitter effect.
Single-Colour Pumpkin Spice Nails
If you prefer something simpler, try the shade on its own. It works on both short or long nails.
Shimmer Pumpkin Spice Nails
If you want to step up your pumpkin spice nails, opt for a polish colour with a shimmery finish to give your manicure playful autumnal vibes.
Pumpkin Spice Nails With Chrome
Chrome nails are all the rage this year, so why not incorporate the trend into your pumpkin spice nail look?
Extra-Long Pumpkin Spice Nails
Love a longer nail? Opt for the pumpkin spice nail colour with an extra-long length like the one seen here.
