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Many people consider September 1 to be the start of fall.
In reality, autumn doesn’t kick off until the 23rd.
Keep scrolling to peruse 21 September nail art ideas that instantly caught our eyes.
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September Mash-Up
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Looking for the ultimate September color palette?
Thismismatched maninails it with shades of caramel, cream, olive, and red.
It’s equal partssummerand fall, making it a beautifully cohesive manicure option for this transitional period.
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Mixed Finish Geo
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Ready to lean into the moody hues of autumn?
Create a high-contrast nail look with a single color by opting for a dual-finish manicure.
Here, you might see howmatteand glossy black polish combine for a bold effect.
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Sunflower Send-Off
Can’t believe summer is coming to a close?
September Embers
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Prefernude nailsbut want to add a sparkly pop of color?
Instead of reaching for glitter polish, consider adding autumn-toned gems to your manicure.
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Given this nail look’s intricate design, you’ll likely need a pro’s expertise to recreate it.
We love how thismilky-marbled manicreates an artsy, abstract vibe.
Monarch Migration
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Did you know that monarchs typically begin their great migration in September?
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With that in mind, we love the idea of a butterfly-themed manicure for the month.
This one by nail artist Brittney Ellen features wing accent nails alongside classic French tips.
Neutral Sparkle Sampling
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There’s no such thing as too much sparkle.
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These glittery velvet nails topped off with rhinestones prove it.
Tortoise Split
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Not ready to kiss summer goodbye?
Split your warm-weather white nail look with autumn-friendlytortoise shell accents.
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Instead, you could take an abstract approach and layer colors creatively for a one-of-a-kind manicure.
Autumn Contrast
It’s common knowledge that burgundy is one of the most popular colors of autumn.
Olive Gold Fleck
Looking for a September nail look you’ve got the option to DIY?
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Thisolive greenmanicure is easy to recreate.
check that to finish with a glossytop coat.
Mod Mismatch
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This multicolored masterpiece makes us think of the ’40s and ’50s.
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It’s a retro-inspired manicure that we’d happily wear all September long.
To get creative with it, consider using the vibrant polish colors to create a lava lamp-esque design.
Mushroom Mani
This mushroom nail art looks straight out of a fairytale.
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No doubt, you need a steady hand and plenty of patience to recreate this manicure.
Gray Skies
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Some people find gray skies to be gloomy and depressing.
If you love fall, though, they’re a sign of cooler, cozier times.
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We align with the latter, which is why we love these cloudy ombre nails.
Marigold Moment
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Show off your love for September with a negative space heart-shaped nail look.
To create perfect heart cutouts, consider using heart stickers as a guide.
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Bold Abstracts
Here’s more proof that multicolored nail looks are a fun option for fall.
They’re a fun nail look to step into fall with.
You’ll love this brown-toned wave manicure, then.
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