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Thanksgiving is just around the corner, and honestly, I’m already daydreaming about pumpkin pie, cozy sweaters, and the smell of roasted turkey filling the house. Family, food, and that crisp autumn air; make the holiday so comforting.
What else? It’s the perfect excuse to show off a festive manicure! Between setting the table, snapping photos of your plate, and cheers-ing with a glass of wine, what’s gonna be the front and center of everything? Of course, your nails. So, why not make them as stylish and seasonal as the rest of your Thanksgiving vibe?
From cute turkeys to elegant autumn leaves, or even some subtle metallics that scream fall glam, there are so many ways to make your nails pop this season.
Keeping up with the Thanksgiving+fall theme, I have searched all over the internet and rounded up 33 cute and cozy nail art ideas to complete your holiday look. TOTALLY CHIC!
1. Rusty Autumn Leaves
Every time, when I think of fall, the first thing that comes to mind is all those “crunchy, colorful leaves“. Is there anything more satisfying than stepping on a crisp one? Autumn leaf nail art captures that same magic.
For this nail art, the simple creamy shades on the middle and index fingers really make the accent nail pop and grab everyone’s attention. By the way, you can find some really good fall nail decals on Amazon if you don’t have an extra hour to paint leaves.
2. Negatively-spaced fall nails
I have always been a huge fan of nail designs shared by @disseynails. She’s always very unique and creative. This time, she took these creamy nail shades, painted them all over her nails, and exposed the area of nails near the cuticle like the half moon. Looks stunning!
3. Thankful Text
Sometimes, it’s nice to keep things meaningful. Thanksgiving is all about gratitude, so why not spell it out on your nails? Words like “Thankful,” “Grateful,” or even “Blessed” look stylish in calligraphy-style fonts.
These calligraphy nail designs work well with minimalistic outfits. I prefer them with neutral cardigans because this way, it really allows the written message on the nails to stand out and do its job.
4. Matte autumn leaves
Doing a mix of gloss, and matte finish on nails is becoming more and more popular, and it especially rocks in the winter season. For this nail design, the accent finger’s nail is matte to give fall nails a realistic touch.
5. Thanksgiving cartoons
Sure time-consuming to recreate, but these cartoon nail designs are absolutely Thanksgiving-themed. The adorable turkey characters, pies, and Native-inspired accents perfectly capture the festive spirit of the holiday. These nails allow you to celebrate Thanksgiving day in a unique creative way.
6. Gold foil square nails
To create this stunning nail art, start by shaping your nails into a perfect square to serve as a base for the rectangular frame design. Next, choose the darkest, deepest shade of forest —almost black—and draw the frames on your favorite accent fingernail/nails. Strategically place gold foil on the corner of the frames and cover it with a top coat.
7. Brown chrome
Chrome nails always give you a simple, classy, and elegant look. Pic your favorite shade of brown nail polish and give it a white chrome finish. This way, you not only stick to the autumn color theme but also catch up with the chrome nail trend.
8. Autumn leaves
Autumn leaves are synonymous with Thanksgiving as the holiday takes place in the heart of fall. It’s a “MUST HAVE” for fall.
9. Blue waves
So far, we were only covering the brown nail art, but blue is another great option for Thanksgiving. It really makes you stand out when everyone is doing their manicure in brown.
10. Simple chocolate brown nails
Nothing super crazy, no headache, no art, no nail extension! That’s what defines these nails.
The chocolate you are eating, drop it onto your nails and seal it with a top coat. Your chocolate brown nails are ready! Joke aside, you need a chocolate brown nail color to paint your nails like these. Here is the best one available on Amazon for only $6.
11. Sun-set Aura nails
Blend the warm colors of fall in an aura style, and you get an eye-catching Thanksgiving mani. in case you are wondering how to do them, here is a video tutorial.
12. Swirls
Swirl nail art always works well no matter what season, time, or, event it is. You just have to change colors accordingly. For Thanksgiving, it’s ideal to choose nail polish shades from fall color palettes to create swirls.
13. Harvest-themed hearts
Thanksgiving is all about celebrating the harvest, and gradient heart nails in earthy tones are a lovely way to capture that vibe. These colors bring out a combo of warmth and richness of the season, giving you a cozy yet elegant look that’s just right for the holiday.
14. Coffee shade
This nail design is today’s #1 for subtle color lovers. Whatever outfit you are going for, the coffee nail color gives you an elegant look.
15. Plaid nail art
Plaid patterns evoke the cozy vibe of flannel shirts, scarves, and blankets, staples of the chilly Thanksgiving season. These nail designs give off a warm, homey vibe that’s perfect for the holiday. Adding colors like orange, yellow, and red makes them even more festive and inviting.
16. Jelly fall nails
It’s all fun! Paint mushrooms, give fall leaves a smile, and cover the rest of the nails with red and green jelly nail paint.
17. Double French tips
Let’s talk about the perfect fall color palette. Rich browns, deep burgundies, warm oranges, and golden yellows—it’s like the essence of Thanksgiving bottled up into nail polish. Trust me, they’ll go with every Thanksgiving outfit you can think of.
18. Metallic florals
Want a luxurious touch? Add some metallic and gold accents to your manicure.
19. Branched tips
“Let our lives be full of thanks & giving🤎” the nail artist comments. Agree with her? Cut your nails into stilettos and try out this minimalist nail art idea.
20. All-in-one fall nail art idea
It’s fall; the Halloween and Thanksgiving seasons, so, Zuri designed a one-size-fits-all nail art by creating a scary stitched skin French tip for Halloween, a pumpkin for the love of Thanksgiving food, and a plaid pattern to represent fall.
21. Sweater nails
When it comes to cozy season, sweater nails are my go-to. The 3D crochet sweater textured is really enhanced when done in a rich color like brown, dark purple, or teal.
22. Plum nails
If there’s one thing everyone loves about Thanksgiving, it’s ‘THE FOOD’. So why not put it on your nails? Pies, corn, cranberries—whatever your favorite dish is, it can totally be turned into nail art. I once saw someone with little mashed potatoes and gravy designs on their nails, and I was obsessed. These types of nail designs are a total conversation starter at the dinner table.
23. Confetti french nails
With a tape, anyone can easily do diagonal French nails. It takes about 5 minutes to create two opposite diagonals and sprinkle the confetti on one. Easy peasy!
24. Abstract glitter nails
Give your nails a gorgeous nude-to-white ombre base to create a soft, elegant background. This lets these curvy glitter accents really pop. To take your nails to the next level, apply a top coat before adding the glitter lines for a cool 3d effect.
25. Lion print nails
Animal prints on nails, like lion or leopard patterns, are super trendy manicure options for the cozy season. They give you a fierce and stylish look. Cow print nails are another fun option, though they’re usually more popular during the summer. Either way, you can ask your manicurist to paint whatever design suits your vibe and the season.
26. Wine Red nails
If your Thanksgiving outfit is in a light neutral shade like beige or white, wine-red nails are bold enough to bring all the glamour you need. They go with a ton of fall outfits like chunky sweaters.
For a bolder vibe, you can match them with deep red or burgundy accents in your outfit to create a perfectly coordinated look.
27. Turkey nail art
These nails deliver a festive Thanksgiving message with a mix of seasonal charm. The little turkeys? Adorable. They’re like, “Please don’t eat me!” but also look way too cute to ignore.
The glittery brown nails represent the warm, cozy tones of autumn. And those little autumn trees? Straight-up making me want to take a walk in the crisp fall air (but only if there’s pie waiting at the end). Overall, these nails are ideal for Thanksgiving celebrations.
28. Checkerboard
Checkerboard nails can seem a messy DIY project, but with the right technique, they’re easy to master. Start by drawing a grid on your nails to create a clear pattern. Then, the trick is to ‘use a dotting tool to carefully fill in the squares with color”. Finish with a thick top coat to smooth out any unevenness caused by the dotting tool.
29. Minimal brown nail art
Not everyone wants over-the-top nails, and that’s okay! Minimalist designs can still be super festive. These are elegant and perfect if you want something understated but still seasonal. Plus, they’re super easy to DIY if you’re not up for a full-blown salon visit.
30. Emerald green abstract nail art
Who doesn’t love a little sparkle? These emerald green + Gold nails are such a vibe for Thanksgiving. Golden lines add this touch of luxury to your look like you’re saying, “Yes, I’m festive, but I’m also fabulous.”
31. Desserts
The bright blue base adds a unique twist to traditional Thanksgiving colors, while the pie design and the phrase “Oh My Pie” emphasize a lighthearted love for Thanksgiving desserts(particularly pumpkin pie). Perfect for fOODIES!
32. “Give thanks” text
Sony created this wonderful Thanksgiving nail art design by literally writing “Give” on her thumb nail and “Thanks” on her fingernails. To give it a fall touch, she added some leaf branches in pure fall colors (Burnt orange, plum, and yellow )
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33. Natura-inspired
This design is cute and just different enough to stand out. Nature-inspired nail designs like branches, pinecones, or woodland animals (deer or squirrels) resonate with the outdoorsy feel of Thanksgiving.
Bye bye!