Fall nails start with one deep, warm color. Pick a shade such as burnt orange, plum or burgundy, then choose the service that gives you the length you want. At Nailed It Spa in Fresno, that can be a gel manicure, Gel X, an Acrylic Full Set or Dip Powder, with a pedicure to match your toes.
Which colors work for fall nails?
Six warm color families cover most autumn ideas. These are general style ideas, so bring a photo of the exact shade you want when you book.
- Burnt orange: a warm orange with a rusty edge.
- Deep plum: a dark purple with a red-brown undertone.
- Olive: a muted green that leans yellow.
- Chocolate brown: a dark, warm brown.
- Burgundy: a deep red, close to wine.
- Caramel nude: a light, warm brown for a softer look.
Pick one family and wear it on every nail for a simple look. A second shade or a small design on one nail adds detail without much extra time.
Should fall nails be short or longer, almond or square?
Length and shape are your call. Short fall nails suit a single solid color, while a longer set gives you more surface for an accent.
To keep your own length, a gel manicure, Gel Builder or Dip Powder works on your natural nails. Dip Powder does not add length. To add length, Gel X and Acrylic Full Set can both be shaped as almond, coffin or square, from short to long. Gel X is a soft gel extension that feels lighter, and acrylic feels harder and more rigid.
Which service should you book for fall nails?
Choose by the length you want, then pick the color. Listed prices are cash prices, and gel adds $15 to a manicure or pedicure.
| Service | Listed time | Cash price | Good fit when |
|---|---|---|---|
| Signature Mani with gel | 30 minutes | $23 + $15 for gel | You want your own length in one solid fall color |
| Gel Builder | 60 minutes | $55 | You want a thicker overlay on your natural nails, clear or with color |
| Gel X | 60 minutes | $60 | You want added length with a lighter feel |
| Acrylic Full Set | 60 minutes | $50 | You want added length with a firmer feel |
| Dip Powder | 60 minutes | $50 | You want color built in layers on your own nails |
Card payments add 2.5%, and prices may vary with nail length and design complexity.
How do you match fall nails and toes?
Many people match their toes to their fingers, or go a shade deeper on the feet. A manicure and a pedicure booked together make that easy, and gel adds $15 to each one. As an example, a gel Signature Mani and a gel Classic Pedicure cost $23 + $15 and $35 + $15 in cash.
Classic Pedicure takes 45 minutes and includes nail shaping, cuticle care, a sugar scrub and a lotion massage. If you want more steps in the pedicure, compare the five pedicure options first.
Which add-ons suit fall nails?
Add-ons go on top of a main service, and which pairings work depends on the base, so confirm them when you book. All of these are on the add-ons list.
- Nail Art (per nail) costs $5 and is listed at 10 minutes. A small leaf or line on one nail is an easy way to add detail to a solid color.
- Chrome Finish costs $10 and takes 20 minutes. It gives a mirror-like shine, and a deep brown or plum is one base to try it on.
- Cat Eye costs $10 and takes 25 minutes. It adds a band of shimmer that seems to shift as your hand moves.
- Color Change costs $25 and takes 20 minutes. It switches the polish color on a compatible service.
As a cost example, Gel X at $60 + Nail Art on two nails at $5 × 2. The two shine finishes are compared in chrome vs. cat eye nails.
Ready to book your fall nails?
Decide on a color family, a length and whether your toes join in. Browse the gallery for shape and finish ideas, save a photo of the shade you like, and book your appointment.
Related services: Manicures
