Easing into a new season feels a bit less intimidating when you start small. No need to pull out all your sweaters just yet or grab your boots from storage. If you are excited about autumn, start at your next manicure appointment: Choose a nail polish that feels a little bit autumnal, whatever that means to you.

The cool thing about the nail colour trends of the moment is that there are so many options. If you’ve been loving reds and corals, maybe pick a warm, rich terracotta. If you’re thinking dark, try a glossy amethyst with a hint of sparkle. Or, if you’re influenced by TikTok, shop the mint-green Gucci bottle that’s been all over your FYP.

To see and shop the chicest nail polishes for autumn 2021, scroll though the galley ahead.

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CND Vinylux Nail Polish in Soft Flame

CND’s autumn collection includes a range of nature-toned neutrals, including this soft flame shade that the brand describes as a “sophisticated terracotta.”

CND vinylux Nail Polish in Soft Flame, $, available at Nail Polish Direct

Gucci Vernis À Ongles Nail Polish in Miriam Mint

Gucci Beauty’s new line of nail polish is low-key trending on nail-polish TikTok. So, you’ll want to grab this cool-cream mint shade before it sells out.

Gucci Beauty Miriam​ Mint, Vernis à Ongles Nail Polish, $, available at Gucci

OPI Nail Polish in Abstract After Dark

If you’re an OPI stan, check the brand’s new Autumn collection, including this bluish purple, a spin-off of the cult-classic Lincoln Park After Dark, but with glitter.

OPI Abstract After Dark Nail Polish, $, available at OPI

Peacci Nail Polish in Woody

Heading into autumn, you can’t go wrong with a saddle-brown manicure. Peacci has a soft and warm shade, which feels seasonal.

Peacci Nail Polish in Woody, $, available at Peacci

& Other Stories Nail Polish in Sunflower Magic

Upgrade your highlighter yellow to a richer sunflower shade. This one by & Other Stories is 6.

& Other Stories Sunflower Magic Nail Polish, $, available at & Other Stories

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