Fall is officially here, which means it’s peak burgundy nail ideas season. This summer blessed us with Barbie pink nails in every design imaginable, but now that autumn has come around, it’s time to pivot to darker fall nail colors and fall nail designs. A quick scroll through Instagram and TikTok will show you that it’s impossible to go wrong with deep burgundy.
“I would definitely call burgundy a fall staple in the color realm,” Steph Stone, Essie
celebrity manicurist tells Glamour. “It’s like when September rolls around, everyone
starts instinctually craving pumpkin spice lattes—the same thing happens with nail
colors. Maybe it’s something about our wardrobes changing and wanting to lean into
colors and clothing that feel cozy.”
Celebrity nail stylist, Elle Gerstein, who has worked with the likes of Julianne Moore, Kate Beckinsale, and Blake Lively adds that burgundy is a great transition color and no-fail classic.
“I like to call it a merlot or oxblood,” she says.
According to color theory, certain shades work beautifully with burgundy. “Burgundy pairs well with the leaves turning and those tones—marigolds and burnt oranges look stunning with it,” adds Gerstein. “It’s very rich and jewel toned. It could also look stunning with a blushy pink and anything with gold detailing. It really goes from the fall to the holiday.”
Stone, who works with clients like Hailey Bieber and Miley Cyrus, specializes in nail art and is known for her artistry and intricate designs. But her favorite way to wear Burgundy is on short natural nails. “Since it is such a deep color, wearing it on short nails looks very chic and put together,” she explains.
When it comes to creating burgundy nail designs, her current favorite polish is Essie’s
new color, Full Blast, while her tried and true staple is Wicked. “ Wicked is forever my
timeless fall go-to. You can never go wrong with it,” Stone says.
Ahead, the best burgundy nail ideas to copy ASAP.
