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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.

September Mash-Up

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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.

Mixed Finish Geo

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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.

Sunflower Sendoff

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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?

September Embers

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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.

Graphic Mix N Match

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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.

Marbled Sage

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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?

Monarch Migration

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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.

Neutral Sparkle Sampling

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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.

Tortoise Split

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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.

Crafty Accents

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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.

Autumn Contrast

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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.

Olive Gold Fleck

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Mod Mismatch

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Sunset Lava Lamp Nails

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Mushroom Mani

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Gray Skies

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Marigold Moment

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Bold Abstracts

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Chartreuse Craze

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Coffee Swirl

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Teal Accents

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