We independently evaluate all of our recommendations. If you click on links we provide, we may receive compensation. Style Nails The Best Essie Nail Colors For Fall 2023 It's hard to choose between these perfect autumn shades. By Kaitlyn Yarborough Kaitlyn Yarborough Part of the Southern Living team since 2017, Kaitlyn Yarborough Sadik is a Georgia native living in Austin, Texas, who covers a wide variety of topics for both the magazine and website, focusing on culture and lifestyle content, as well as travel in the South. Southern Living's editorial guidelines Updated on September 19, 2023 Courtesy Essie Just like when you see a familiar face in a sea of strangers, there's something comforting about recognizing a color on the wall of polishes at the nail salon. Even better, it's always reassuring to know that you can trust a particular brand when trying to find a new nail shade in the beauty aisle. Essie is certainly there for us in both circumstances, and we're not just talking about Ballet Slippers. When summer transitions into autumn, there's no shortage of tried-and-true Essie nail colors that get us into the fall spirit. Whether you prefer the classic, long-wear, or quick-dry formula, there is a bottle of Essie just waiting to be worn at the start of September, for Halloween festivities in October, and all the way up to the holiday season. Here are the best Essie nail colors for fall. Essie Meet Me At Midnight Essie View On Amazon $6 View On Walmart $10 View On Target $9 More olive than emerald, this green nail color from Essie's latest fall collection feels perfect for sweater season, and everyone else will be green with envy. Essie Underground Ball Essie View On Amazon $9 View On Target $9 View On Ulta $10 It's not autumn without considering a vampy purple manicure, especially come October. This plum color isn't too dark to be mistaken for black from afar. Essie Full Blast Essie View On Amazon $8 View On Target $9 View On Ulta $10 Nothing is more classic for transitioning to cooler months than a deep ruby-red nail color, and this luscious shade, also from Essie's latest fall collection, comes packed with confidence. Dark cherry red is also a perfect nail color for February and Valentine's Day. Essie Step Out of Line Essie View On Amazon $8 View On Walmart $12 View On Target $9 You won't find a more perfect inky dark blue that you'll be tempted to wear all the way through winter. Since it's more robust than plain navy, you won't be missing that pop of color. Essie Lights Down Music Up Essie View On Amazon $9 View On Target $9 View On Ulta $10 Brown nails can seem hard to pull off, but this shade is actually a cross between brown and reddish mauve. The warm tones complement the remnants of a summer glow. Essie Gel Couture Woven At Heart Essie View On Amazon $13 View On Walmart $15 View On Walmart $13 For those who want to get into the autumn spirit without going dark, this rosy clay nail color is somewhere between September football and Thanksgiving dinner. Plus, the long-wear formula will keep your nails chip-free. Essie Gel Couture Wool Me Over Essie View On Walmart $11 View On Target $13 View On Ulta $13 The end of summer means that it is time to rethink your go-to neutral. Skip the baby pink for a creamy taupe shade instead, like this Essie long-wear option that is more fitting for the season. Essie Expressie Saffr-on The Move Essie View On Amazon $9 View On Walmart $15 View On Target $10 You'll want to head to the pumpkin patch thanks to this muted orange shade that doesn't teeter anywhere close to a bright summer coral. Plus, the quick-dry formula is easy to take on-the-go. Essie Expressie Buns Up Essie View On Amazon $8 View On Walmart $10 View On Walmart If you're scared to stray too far from your usual pink-nude manicure, consider tweaking it to be more appropriate for all of your fall outfits and activities. This beige is barely-there, but still so flattering. Essie Caught in the Rain Essie View On Amazon $10 View On Walmart $10 View On Target $10 If you're wanting to ease into fall nails, this muted sage green feels more exciting than a neutral, but less commitment than a dark hue. Essie Gel Couture Put In the Patchwork Essie View On Amazon $13 View On Walmart $13 View On Target $13 Update your go-to red to feel a touch more autumnal. This berry red nail color has you covered until you reach for a bright Christmas red manicure or transition to a winter pedicure. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit