We're at that time of the year when we're bidding farewell to our summer manicures and ushering in a richer autumn nail colour palette. In my opinion, this is the prime time of the year for nail colour trends. I'm welcoming those timeless nail colour shades like deep burgundy, dark brown and olive green with open arms when I visit the nail salon at this time of the year. However, on my daily Instagram scroll I noticed another autumn nail colour trend that's just starting to take off. Enter burnt orange nails.
Far from the vibrant sunset oranges we see over summer, burnt orange is the subdued autumnal sister that has entered the chat. It's an understated take on the twee pumpkin shades we see at this time of the year, with spicier undertones that make the all the more luxe. Erring on the side of brown or red, burnt orange encompasses the colour of autumn leaves and is ideal if you find brown nails too dark and want something a little brighter at this time of the year.
Ready for some burnt orange nail colour inspiration? Scroll below for the best manicures I've saved as well as the bets burnt orange nail polishes to recreate the look.
Burnt Orange Nails
Burnt orange looks incredible on short, sqaure nails as a block of colour in your autumn colour palette.
I've fallen for this burnt orange French manicure.
How beautiful is this ombre burnt orange mani?
Burnt orange and gold accents are a match made in heaven.
I love this deeper take on burnt orange.
Burnt orange watercolour nails are so pretty and seasonal.
Burnt orange is the perfect pairing if you're opting for some tortoiseshell nail art.
If you want something a little brighter, this subdued red is a nod to the trend.
I love this colour paired with neutrals.
This alternative French manicure looks so chic.
J.Lo's manicurist has given the burnt orange trend his seal of approval too.
How pretty is this resin nail art?
Shop burnt orange nail polishes:
Such a chic shade.
This set from Templespa includes the perfect burnt orange shade alongside three very wearable shades.
Hermès' Orange Brûlé polish is the perfect autumnal orange.
The perfect deep orange hue.
This formula stays chic-free for days.
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