Fall is officially here, and you know what that means – it’s time to swap out your summer mani for something a little more cozy, moody, and chic. Almond-shaped nails are THE look this season, and there are so many ways to style them – from deep, dramatic tones to subtle metallics that catch the light just right. So if you’re in need of some inspo, we’ve got you covered with the top 30 fall almond nail designs you’ll want to rock all season long.
1. Polka Dots
Polka dots are everywhere right now and for fall we’re doing them moody. Dark brown base, white dots on top – that’s your main look. Want to go the extra mile with your almonds? Leave a couple nails sheer and hit them with brown polka dots.
2. Light Pink
Light pink nails are cute, but if you want to make them pop, add a silver glitter dot at each cuticle. Now you’re not just another clean-girl clone – you’re classy with a wow factor. The almond shape is already doing the elegant work so you can get away with a little sparkle.
3. Tortoise Shell
Tortie shell rotates back into fall every year like it’s on a schedule. The pattern needs nail real estate though, which is why I love it on almonds – you’ve got space to show it off properly. My go-to for 2025 is mixing it up: alternate black or brown bases with full-on tortie on the others.
4. Abstract Swirls
I’m super happy that nails are getting graphic again this fall. I love the “my nails are better” trend, but also yes, bring back those 2021 swirls! Start with a nude base, then combine lines and swoops in blue and beige around the tip of your almond curve.
5. Mix & Match Nails
Fall almonds, but make it FUN. We’re throwing every trendy element into the mix: burgundy and white color story, leopard print, star art, tiny pearls and gold micro beads. When you’re doing the most, might as well do it right, right?
6. Milky White
Alright, let’s get into the minimalist moment. Milky white almond nails – sheer or semi sheer, nothing chalky please. You can throw on chrome for extra shine, but honestly? It’s perfect as is. This look just shows off how elegant the tapered shape is.
7. Celestial Mani
It’s fall, which means it’s time to get witchy with our nails. Start with a deep base – maroon, black cherry, or burgundy, the darker, the better. Then alternate between aura nails and Frenchies, and finish the look with gold chrome starburst art.
8. Coquette-Core Mani
Okay, coquette bows are here to show off that feminine almond shape, but we’re not doing cutesy this season. Nope, we’re serving attitude. Start with a black base, split your mani between full-coverage and French tips, and then add pink bow art.
9. Negative Space
Green is huge right now – everything from sage to emerald is in. But we’re not doing boring color blocks, okay? Instead, we’re giving almond nails sculpted drama with negative space and green swoops that wrap around that tapered shape.
10. Autumn Florals
You’ve got prime nail real estate with your shape, so let’s actually use it. Switch between dark brown full-coverage nails and white French tips for that perfect contrast. Then, slap delicate floral art on French tips for a cozy-cute fall manicure.
Navy blue is the fall shade that’s never going out of style – expensive-looking and always polished. Full coverage gives you that power look, but if you’re bored of solid colors (fair enough), switch it up with accent French tips on a few nails.
12. Neutral Nails
So you’re a neutral queen, but you’re not about to settle for a boring almond set? I see you. Grab a neutral polish that matches your skin tone, and then add some spice – French tips, blooming gel flowers, negative space cut-outs, and gold chrome details.
13. Star Nail Art
Almond nails might get some side-eye for being a “millennial shape,” but add star nail art and suddenly, we’re all in. Pair brown and white polishes for the base, then hit each nail with stars in contrasting colors. This is where the shape flips from soft to full drama.
14. Mauve Nails
If you’re going for a one-and-done fall almond manicure, mauve is the move. Not too pink, not too purple – just that perfect soft, sophisticated middle ground. It doesn’t need any nail art to work – just slather it in a glossy topcoat and call it a day.
15. Moody Skittle
With skittle nails each nail gets its own color moment, and slim ovals are the perfect shape to let those hues shine. We’re going moody with this one – dark gray, muted green, navy blue, deep red, and rich brown. All different, all dramatic, zero boring energy.
16. Red French Tips
French tips and almond nails? Obviously a match. That tapered tip is the perfect frame for your smile line. Now, if you’re over basic white tips, go cherry red this fall. It’s trendy, it’s a power color, and it doesn’t need any extra frills.
17. Pink Chrome
Pink chrome’s rolling into fall, but we’re keeping it classy. Skip the saturated hues, we’re doing a soft pink or dusty rose base instead. It still glows in the light and looks expensive, but now it actually works with everything you’re wearing this season.
18. Burnt Orange
Ombre is always a winner. It elongates your nails and looks good on everyone, period. But we’re not doing basic white gradients – no thanks. Instead, we’re hitting it with burnt orange fading into neutral tones. Great way to wear a bold nail color without it screaming in your face.
19. Cat-Eye Effect
Cat-eye 101: the polish has magnetic particles, and nail techs use a magnet to pull them into a line (or any other shape) for that signature light streak. For fall, keep it neutral if you want to play it safe, but if you’re here to serve, outline each nail with gold chrome.
20. Gray Nails
Gray nails on almond shapes can work, but let’s be real – sometimes it’s giving “office carpet” instead of “fall slay.” The solution? A mixed layout – solid gray, French tips, and accent swirl art. This is how you make gray feel fresh and fun instead of flat.
21. Deep Burgundy
Burgundy almond nails are fall’s MVP, but we’re giving them a glow-up for 2025. Go full glossy burgundy on most of your set, then throw in a sheer accent nail with a deep red blooming gel flower. It’s the perfect mix of timeless and on-trend.
22. Heart Art Accents
If you’re living your best cute-girl life this fall, your nails should be on brand – and no, they don’t need to be in some cutesy color. Paint your nails olive green, add a little white heart on each cuticle, and done – you just made an earthy color look adorable.
23. Almond Aura Nails
Aura effect on almonds? A full match. The shape gives you the perfect canvas to center the glow. Moody combos are everywhere this fall, so go for a black base and hit it with a soft blue haze in the middle. Top it off with silver stars by the cuticles – total cool girl move.
24. Brown Chrome
If you’re not on the brown chrome trend yet, what’s the hold-up? You can go for everything from soft mocha to deep espresso – just find the shade that makes your skin pop and chrome it. It’s the ultimate flex, showing off your jewelry and making your outfits look 10/10.
25. Gold French Tips
We’re easing into sparkle season and gold manis are making their comeback – yay! Start with a neutral base, throw on gold chrome gold at the tips, and then take your accent nails to the next level with gold starbursts and rhinestones. Fall almond mani, but make it EXTRA.
26. 3D Almond Nails
3D nail art is huge in 2025, so why not give your almond mani the textured treatment? Go for dark plum and white as your base and start layering: aura shading, French tips, animal print, then go OFF with 3D gel petals. This is full-on trendsetter energy.
27. Velvet Finish
Velvet nails are back and better than ever this fall. Everyone’s obsessed – brands are pushing it, and nail girlies can’t get enough. And brown velvet on almond nails? Iconic. It gives you that shiny, textured look, like cat-eye, but with a more subtle, soft glow.
28. Dark Chrome
Dark nails? Always a fall essential. But chrome? That’s where things get interesting. Pick your base – deep burgundy, black cherry, whatever moody shade you’re feeling – then hit it with a clear chrome topcoat. These nails are begging for a dark lip and a night on the town.
29. Glitter Accents
If you’re all about that sparkle life, this is your fall almond moment. Grab a milky base – white or light pink, whatever speaks to you – and add some thin silver glitter lines on each nail. It’s subtle, but still enough to make people stop and stare.
30. White & Gold
Maximalist girlies, here’s your fall French mani: alternating almond French tips with tiny pearl decals and sculpted gold accents. It’s fancy, it’s loud, and it’s not apologizing for it. Special occasion? Nah, rock it on a Monday if you want – that level of extra is a whole mood.
And that’s a wrap on the top almond nail designs for fall 2025. Which look are you texting your nail tech about ASAP? Let us know in the comments, and don’t forget to share this post on socials – the nail girlies need to see these!
