We independently evaluate all of our recommendations. If you click on links we provide, we may receive compensation. Style Nails 20 Best October Nail Colors To Take You Into Fall From moody dark hues to spiced autumnal 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 Essie We might have already dropped the 15 Transitional Fall Nail Colors That Go From Summer To Fall Seamlessly, but once October is on the horizon, it's time to explore all the autumn-perfect October nail colors that are ripe for the picking. When you're looking for the best October manicure to tag along with all of your fall activities—like apple cider sipping and pumpkin bread baking—keep these trendy polishes in mind. Think about your favorite fall things, from cozy sweaters to pumpkin spice lattes, and choose the most fitting color for you. (And then get excited for November nail colors, too!) From muted metallic lavender to classic dark aubergine, we've rounded up the 20 best October nail polish colors. OPI Complimentary Wine Amazon View On Amazon $12 View On Beyondpolish.com View On Opi.com Heading up OPI's best fall hues, this vampy purple-red feels like just the thing to get us in the sweater state of mind. Temperatures might not be at their lowest quite yet, but you'll be ready when they do. Essie Cargo Cameo Amazon View On Amazon $15 Fun metallics have been all the rage for a while now, and autumn makes no exception. We're going for a burnt bronze metallic mani to complement our fading summer glow. Essie Bed Rock & Roll Amazon View On Amazon $10 View On Walmart $9 View On Walmart $10 Classic red is given an autumnal makeover with hints of earthy brown and orange, making it ideal for the month of October. Smith & Cult Stockholm Syndrome Amazon View On Amazon Since taupe is forever one of the most popular nail polish shades for fall, this deeper elephant grey shade should definitely be in your rotation during the month of October. OPI 7th & Flower OPI View On Amazon $12 View On Walmart $10 Bright nail polish can be worn year-round to add a fun pop of color. Capture the more festive tones of the season with a vibrant magenta color that is perfect for going pumpkin-shopping, latte in hand. Sally Hansen Jealous Boyfriend Sally Hansen View On Amazon $10 View On Walmart $10 View On Target $10 This moody teal is all we need to pair with spooky movie nights—Hocus Pocus, anyone?—all month long. Smith & Cult Tang Bang Smith & Cult View On Amazon From October through Thanksgiving, Smith & Cult's pumpkin-spice hued polish is a sure thing. OPI Espresso Your Inner Self opi View On Amazon $12 View On Opi.com View On Beyondpolish.com Calling all neutral lovers for what we might call the neutral of the season. It's an espresso brown from OPI that doesn't fall flat. Essie Feeling' Amped Essie View On Amazon $13 This creamy blue teal is an unexpected shade for fall, however it'll look fresh but fitting with those cozy sweaters you've been not-so-patiently waiting for months to sport. Olive & June JJ Olive and June View On Oliveandjune.com Embrace bonfire season with a cozy cinnamon brown that feels like a muted version of brick red. Dior Incognito Dior View On Amazon View On Dillards.com For an update to your grandmother's favorite dusty rose pink, look no further than this perfect blush from the ultimate classic brand, Dior. Essie High Voltage Vinyl Essie View On Amazon $10 Last year's army green isn't totally out of style. Instead, it's gotten a cool-girl makeover that feels totally unique: Meet onyx green. OPI Addio Bad Nails, Ciao Great Nails OPI View On Amazon $12 View On Opi.com When everyone goes dark, go celestial with this dreamy lavender color finished with a subtle shimmer that makes your fingers sparkle in the light. Chanel Nail Colour View On Nordstrom $30 View On Ulta $30 View On Chanel.com Make a statement with this dark blood-red shade that toes the line of being black but adds a little more personality. Essie Gel Couture Wool Me Over Essie View On Walmart $11 View On Target $13 View On Ulta $13 Fall is time to stray from your usual pink-nude manicure. Consider a more appropriate autumn neutral, such as this barely-there beige. OPI Lincoln Park After Dark Amazon View On Amazon $12 View On Walmart $10 View On Target $12 One of the most popular OPI colors for autumn and winter, this shade perfectly captures "where midnight meets purple." Essie Expressie Saffr-on The Move Essie View On Amazon $9 View On Walmart $15 View On Target $10 This muted orange shade feels ready for any fall activity. Plus, the quick-dry formula is easy to take on-the-go. OPI Spare Me a French Quarter? Amazon View On Amazon $12 View On Walmart $10 View On Opi.com Capture the jewel tones of autumn on your nails with this autumnal answer to hot pink. It's a rich berry shade that is bound to rake in compliments. Essie Step Out of Line Essie View On Amazon $8 View On Walmart $12 View On Target $9 This shade from Essie's current fall collection is more robust than plain navy, so you won't be missing that pop of color. Olive & June Chemistry Olive & June View On Oliveandjune.com You never want to be caught without a neutral at-the-ready, and this Olive & June shade is an almond cream that's perfectly hued for the season. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit