As we enter cosy season and you’re picking out boots and socks, it’s a no-brainer to start thinking about autumn pedicure ideas. Although pedicures shine the most during summertime, we can all agree that clean and polished toes are always in season. You’ve probably already saved autumn nail ideas and autumn hair colours to your moodboard, so why not give your pedi a seasonal makeover too?
“Just like manicures, pedicures take on a seasonal shift, and autumn is the moment to lean into richer tones and elevated finishes,” says Juanita Huber-Millet, the founder and creative director of luxury nail salon Townhouse in Beverly Hills. “Think deep burgundy for a polished, statement-making look or a sumptuous chocolate brown for that chic, cosy vibe, perfect against soft knits and ankle boots. For something more fashion-forward, a glazed chrome overlay gives pedicures a toasted, luminous edge that feels effortlessly modern.”
If you’re in need of some inspiration, you’ve come to the right place. To help get you started, we asked leading nail artists for insight on the best fall pedicure ideas.
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You can never go wrong with autumnal tones that evoke the changing leaves and cosy season. “Deep burgundy, chocolate, and espresso shades perfectly capture the essence of autumn, making them a versatile choice for everything from casual days to more refined occasions,” says Huber-Millet.
If you’re into nail art, there’s room for unconventional pops of colour — possibly from your favourite summer nail polishes. According to celebrity nail musician Elle Gerstein, these colours can be incorporated to create a seasonal mix. She also references colours and textures that are popular this time of year to help inform your look. “Leather, sweater textures, animal textures (but not necessarily prints) and metallic finishes,” Gerstein says. “Right immediately, everything is playing off light and heavy and soft and hard and combining it. Sepia is a big trend for autumn; it’s the same tone done over and over, but make it lighter or darker, whether that’s making it jelly, less opaque.”
And last, we can’t forget the Pantone colour of the year, which is perfect for cool weather. “One of the strongest directions for fall pedicures this year is the rise of cocoa-inspired shades,” says nail musician and educator Sofiia Mazur. “Mocha mousse perfectly reflects this trend. Expect to see a range of shades, from soft latte beiges to rich chocolate browns, taking centre stage. These warm neutrals not only feel seasonal but also pair beautifully with cosy autumn fashion.”
Autumnal tones
“Deep burgundy, chocolate, and espresso shades perfectly capture the essence of autumn, making them a versatile choice for everything from casual days to more refined occasions,” says Huber-Millet.
Chrome finishes
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