Gentle brown fade-out

This fall, nails are leaning dark, warm and just a little indulgent. Deep brown might be the season’s hero, but its co-stars, caramel and beige are equally deserving of the spotlight. Worn together, these shades are like a moodboard for autumn: grounding yet soft, luxe yet approachable. The twist? Skip the all-over colour and try a half-and-half manicure. Each nail gets split between two tones (the other being your nail’s natural tone), creating a look that’s graphic, sleek and surprisingly easy to pull off. Think of it as a minimalistic take. It’s clever and catches the attention in just the right way. The shades complement each other, while the precise placement keeps everything feeling modern. Just be sure to paint that dividing line clean. Messy edges don’t do the look justice. The result is a versatile manicure that looks as at-home in the office as it does wrapped around a hot chocolate.

Tira Recommends:

Miss Claire Ultimate Glitter Nail Polish – GL49
Elle 18 Nail Pops Gel Finish – G17
Daily Life Forever52 Nailed It Nail Polish - Pastel Brown 005
O.P.I Lacquer Spring Collection Nail Polish - Material Gworl

Matcha tips

Just because autumn is here, it doesn’t mean your nails have to go full moody tones right away. Case in point? This matcha ice cream–coded set. It keeps the breezy summer spirit alive but sneaks in fall readiness through texture and design. Shades of matcha green are arranged in an aura pattern—soft, layered gradients that feel like swirls of cream in iced tea. Then there are the dew-drop accents: clear, glossy details that play with light and give your manicure an almost 3D feel. You can also think of it as your transitional mani, the way you reach for a lightweight sweater on a still-warm September night. Bonus: if you’re into nails that echo your favourite drinks (we’ve seen latte nails, blueberry milk nails and more), you can try them with similar patterns as above.

Tira Recommends:

Lakme 9 to 5 Primer + Gloss Nail Colour - Green Pistachio
Daily Life Forever52 Nailed It Nail Polish - Green 063
Beauty People Stunning Nail Polish - 1068 Pastel Green

Autumnal textures

Meet the nail set that maximalists dream about. It’s playful, it’s textured and it’s impossible to ignore. Instead of sticking to one vibe, this set plays with contrasts—think deep brown warmth, sleek tortoise scales, a fiery pop of red, lemon yellow that feels almost cheeky, olive green for balance and, finally, a flash of silver to tie it all together. The textures are just as important as the colours, giving the nails a layered effect that reads elegant and bold all at once. And if you’re worried about pulling this off with short nails, don’t. In fact, this look thrives on shorter lengths. Pair it with your favourite seasonal accessories: silver rings, chunky hoops, knit sweaters or even tortoise scale sunglasses.

Tira Recommends:

KIKO Milano Smart Nail Lacquer - 12 Scarlet Red
Daily Life Forever52 Nailed It Nail Polish - Lemon 038
Revlon Super Lustrous Nail Enamel - Silver Jewel
Renee Cosmetics Hyper Gel Nail Paint - Olive Green
Nails Our Way Gel Well Nail Enamel - 505 Bold