As much as we love our springtime pastels and summer brights, fall is all about cozy and warm hues. “If it’s the perfect color for a sweater or looks like a flavor someone wants as a latte, it’s perfect for October,” says Olive & June’s Olivia Van Iderstine—think “cozy mauve, warm, pumpkin-y burnt orange, or jammy purple.”
That’s not to say you can only rock lighter, more neutral hues: Dark jewel tones, like sapphire blue, emerald green, amethyst, and garnet are always in style for autumn. “Our favorite way to wear [dark fall tones] is short and super shiny, so don’t skip the super glossy top coat,” she says. And consider skipping the tips: A “short length makes a big statement and feels so fresh.”
Ready to plan your next nail look? Ahead, explore 10 trending nail polish colors perfect for your October manicures.