Fall Nail Idea

Thanksgiving Nails

Thanksgiving Nails: pumpkin tones and tiny gold leaves. See the exact shades, shape tips and products to recreate this fall nail idea at home.

Stylist note: A Thanksgiving skittle mani on deep skin: pumpkin orange, cream and mocha on alternating nails, holding a warm mug.

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Recreate this Thanksgiving art look at home

Prep: push back cuticles, buff the shine off the nail plate and wipe with alcohol so the base coat grips.
Shape: File the sides straight, then round the tip evenly so it mirrors the shape of your cuticle.
Apply base coat and the base color; let it dry or cure fully.
Paint the design with a thin detail brush or dotting tool — start with the largest shapes and add fine details last.
Use nail stickers or stamping plates if you want a quicker version.
Seal with a glossy top coat.
A drop of cuticle oil at the end makes the photo-ready difference.

Pro tip: Designs on one or two accent nails look just as striking and take a fraction of the time.

Can beginners do nail art at home?

Yes — start with dotting tools, striping tape and nail stickers, and keep the detailed design to one accent nail.

What is the difference between oval and almond nails?

Oval tips are evenly rounded; almond tips taper to a softer point. Oval is more natural and a bit stronger.

Does pumpkin and cream nail polish suit my skin tone?

Burnt orange and copper shine on warm and deep skin; peach and coral lift fair and neutral skin.