Why Short Nails are Great

Short nails are super versatile. You can paint them any color or design you like. They’re also easy to take care of and look great with any outfit.

Get Inspired by Fall

Try adding some fall-themed nail art to your short nails. Think leaves, acorns, or pumpkins in warm colors like orange, red, and yellow. You can also use metallic colors like bronze or gold for a fancy look.

How to Create Short Fall Nails

We’ll show you how to create beautiful Short Fall Nails at home. We’ll cover everything from prep to finish, so you can achieve salon-quality nails easily. If you’re ready to try a new nail style, keep reading!

Burgundy and Gold

Burgundy and gold create a classic pairing that radiates sophistication. This combination is perfect for those who want to add a touch of luxury to their style.

Olive Green and Copper

Olive green and copper create a stylish and natural combination. This pairing is perfect for those who want a trendy look that feels grounded and earthy. The rich tones of olive green blend beautifully with the warm shimmer of copper, making it a popular choice for various designs.

Rust and Silver

First, paint your nails silver. Then, use a small brush to add orange-red flames on top. Don’t worry if it’s not perfect – it’s supposed to look a little messy!

Add some silver dots to the flames and finish with a clear top coat. If you want, add some sparkly glitter on top.

Pumpkin Spice and Cinnamon

Make a cozy fall nail design with pumpkin spice and cinnamon! First, paint your nails a warm beige color. Then, add a stripe of orange in the middle. Use a small brush to draw a few cinnamon sticks in brown. Add some small dots in darker brown. Finish with a clear coat and some sparkly glitter. That’s it! You’ll have a cute and cozy fall nail design.

Burgundy Velvet

Make your nails look luxurious with Burgundy Velvet! First, paint them a deep red color. Then, add some sparkle to make them look velvety. Use a small brush to draw a gold border around your nail. Add a few gold dots too.

Marble Effect

Make a Marble Effect on your nails! First, paint them white. Then, use a special polish or a dotting tool to add swirly gray and black lines. Mix the colors together to look like marble.

Leaves with Glitter

Paint a few leaves in green, yellow, and orange. Use a small brush to add glittery lines to the leaves. Add some extra glitter around the leaves too. 

Matte Black and Shimmery Gold

Paint them matte black. Then, add some shimmery gold stripes or dots. You can also make one nail gold for extra shine. 

Owl Nail Art

Paint a white owl on a black nail, or a black owl on a white nail. Add big eyes and a small beak. Draw on some feathers and wings. 

Dark Academia

Paint your nails a dark color like blue or green. Add some gold details that look like old books or secret symbols. You can also add a tiny owl or glasses to look smart.

Mushroom Nail Design

Make a mushroom nail design! Paint colorful mushrooms on your nails with white spots and stems. Add some grass or leaves around them. You can also add some sparkle to look like dew.

Halloween-Themed

Paint pumpkins, ghosts, bats, or spiders on your nails. Use orange, black, and purple colors. Add some sparkle to make it look like candy. You can also add a graveyard or a big moon. 

Thanksgiving Nails

Paint a turkey, pumpkin, or leaves on your nails. Use warm colors like orange and yellow. Add some sparkle to make it look like fall.

Single Accent Nail

Make one nail special! Paint most of your nails a plain color. Then, make one nail different with a bright color, glitter, or a fun design. That’s it! That one nail will stand out and look super cool.

Negative Space

Make a Negative Space nail design! Paint a shape or lines on your nail, but leave the middle empty. Don’t fill it in! This creates a cool, empty space. It’s easy and looks really cool. 

Leopard Print

Paint brown on your nail, then add yellow or gold spots. Use a small brush to add black lines around the spots. You can also add some glitter to make it shine!

Checkerboard Pattern

Paint squares on your nail, alternating between two colors. Start with a light color, then a dark color, and keep going! It’s like a chessboard on your nail. 

 3D Nail Art!

Wow! Create 3D Nail Art! Use special gel or acrylic paint to build up designs on your nail. Make flowers, gems, or even tiny animals that pop off your nail!