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We love a classic French manicure.

There’s something so cutesy, so mindful,so demureabout crisp white tips.

That said, sometimes you’re just aching to switch it up.

a brown french manicure with tips outlined in blue-gray

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Take fall, for example.

To prove it, we rounded up 20 French manicures for fall.

Gemstone Spiders French Manicure

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Ready for spooky season?

Snakeskin 3D Skittle Fall French Manicure - Byrdie French Manicures for Fall

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Elevate a plainblack French manicurewith sparkly spider accents.

To make them look extra fancy, mix opaque tips with an all-over sheer wash of color.

Then, use a dotting tool to decorate each nail with black and white spots.

3D Gemstone Spiders Fall French Manicure - Byrdie French Manicures for Fall

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With teeny pink bow accents.

We love the look of this minimalist taupe French by nail artistJen Seales.

Burgundy-Brown Swirly French

Thisburgundy-brown swirl French manicure looks decadent and rich.

Black & White Sheer Dots Fall French Manicure - Byrdie French Manicures for Fall

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It brings images of mahogany, maple syrup, moody trench coats, and falling leaves to mind.

Burgundy and Cream Outline Fall French Manicure

Another way to play with a burgundy French?

Add brightness with outlines, tips, and accent nails in alinen shade.

Black & Pink Bows Fall French Manicure - Byrdie French Manicures for Fall

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Believe it or not, it’s quite easy to recreate.

Case in point: This dusty pistachio nail design.

The gold chrome lines really add to the rich autumn vibe.

Brown Minimalist Fall French Manicure - Byrdie French Manicures for Fall

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Leopard and White Split Fall French Manicure

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Slowly transitioning into the ‘ber months?

Opt for a half-and-half French manicure showcasing classic white tips alongside leopard accents.

For fall, consider a milkchocolate Frenchwith a cool gray outline.

Brown Swirls Fall French Manicure - Byrdie French Manicures for Fall

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It looks undeniably chic.

Neutral Dots Fall French Manicure

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An easy way to transform a classic French manicure?

With cascading dots in a contrasting color.

Burgundy & Cream Outline Fall French Manicure - Byrdie French Manicures for Fall

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Truly, how eye-catching is this neutral Skittle polka dot manicure?

In a word, they’re magical.

(You’ll also want a glossy top coat to get that megawatt shine.)

Ghosts With Flowers Fall French Manicure - Byrdie French Manicures for Fall

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Areverse Frenchat your cuticles can make for a longer-looking nail bed.

For fall, try out the design in soft matte tones, like this sage stunner.

The silver cuticle accents really make it pop.

Dark & Light Hearts Fall French Manicure - Byrdie French Manicures for Fall

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For the black dots, gently fan the polish brush for a genuine splatter effect.

Tortoiseshell Fall French Manicure

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Tortoiseshellwill never be out of style for fall.

Green & Gold Fall French Manicure - Byrdie French Manicures for Fall

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Leopard & White Split Fall French Manicure - Byrdie French Manicures for Fall

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Leopard Print Fall French Manicure - Byrdie French Manicures for Fall

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Minimalist Grey & Brown Outline Fall French Manicure - Byrdie French Manicures for Fall

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Neutral Dots Skittle Fall French Manicure - Byrdie French Manicures for Fall

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Olive Green Gold Glitter Fall French Manicure - Byrdie French Manicures for Fall

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Pink & Burgundy Split Fall French Manicure - Byrdie French Manicures for Fall

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Red Ombre Fall French Manicure - Byrdie French Manicures for Fall

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Sage Reverse Fall French Manicure - Byrdie French Manicures for Fall

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Speckle Neutral Fall French Manicure - Byrdie French Manicures for Fall

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Tortoiseshell Fall French Manicure - Byrdie French Manicures for Fall

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