Fall Matte Nails 27 Ideas: Embrace the Elegance of the Season

When it comes to nail designs for the fall, matte finishes are a standout choice. They offer a sophisticated and understated elegance that fits perfectly with the cozy, warm vibes of autumn. But how do you choose the right matte design for the season? Let’s explore some stunning fall matte nails ideas that will inspire your next manicure.

Teal Half-Moon Matte Nails

This design is a delightful take on the classic half-moon manicure, but with a twist. These nails feature a matte teal base with a natural half-moon near the cuticle, creating a chic and minimalist look. The matte finish enhances the vivid teal color, making it pop without the need for glossy shine.

Consumables:

• Base coat: OPI Natural Nail Base Coat
• Teal matte polish: Essie Matte About You Top Coat over Essie Naughty Nautical
• Top coat: Matte top coat by Sally Hansen
• Cleanup brush: Pana Nail Art Brush

DIY Instructions:

1. Apply the base coat to protect your natural nails.
2. Paint your nails with two coats of teal polish, leaving a small half-moon near the cuticle bare.
3. Once dry, apply a matte top coat for the perfect finish.
4. Clean up any excess polish around the cuticles with a cleanup brush dipped in acetone.

Emerald Green Abstract Matte Nails

This design features a stunning matte emerald green base adorned with abstract black and white line art. The combination of green and the monochrome accents gives this manicure a modern and edgy vibe, perfect for the autumn season.

Consumables:

• Base coat: Zoya Anchor Base Coat
• Emerald green matte polish: Zoya Matte Velvet Lacquer in Veruschka
• Black and white nail art pens: Sally Hansen I Heart Nail Art Pen in Black and White
• Top coat: Essie Matte About You

DIY Instructions:

1. Start with a base coat to protect your nails.
2. Apply two coats of the emerald green matte polish.
3. Use black and white nail art pens to create abstract lines and shapes on each nail.
4. Seal the design with a matte top coat to keep the look cohesive.

Sleek Black Matte Nails

These sleek black matte nails exude sophistication and elegance. The matte black finish is bold and versatile, making it a perfect choice for the autumn season. This design is timeless and effortlessly chic.

Consumables:

• Base coat: Orly Bonder Base Coat
• Black matte polish: OPI Black Onyx with OPI Matte Top Coat
• Cleanup brush: Pana Nail Art Brush

DIY Instructions:

1. Apply a base coat to prevent staining and ensure the polish adheres well.
2. Paint your nails with two coats of black polish.
3. Finish with a matte top coat for a sleek, velvety finish.
4. Use a cleanup brush dipped in acetone to tidy up the edges.

Vibrant Matte Orange and Yellow Nails

This vibrant design features a mix of matte orange and yellow nails, capturing the essence of autumn leaves. The bold colors and matte finish make this manicure a lively and playful choice for the season.

Consumables:

• Base coat: Butter London Nail Foundation Priming Basecoat
• Orange matte polish: China Glaze Orange Knockout (Neon) with OPI Matte Top Coat
• Yellow matte polish: Sally Hansen Insta-Dri in Lightning with OPI Matte Top Coat
• Top coat: OPI Matte Top Coat

DIY Instructions:

1. Apply a base coat to your nails.
2. Paint alternating nails with two coats of orange and yellow polish.
3. Once the polish is dry, apply a matte top coat to achieve the matte finish.
4. Clean up any excess polish around the cuticles with a cleanup brush dipped in acetone.

Neutral Matte Almond Nails

These neutral matte almond nails offer a soft and elegant look perfect for any autumn outfit. The almond shape elongates the fingers, while the matte beige color provides a subtle and refined finish.

Consumables:

• Base coat: Deborah Lippmann Hard Rock Hydrating Base & Top Coat
• Neutral matte polish: Essie Sand Tropez with Essie Matte About You Top Coat
• Top coat: Essie Matte About You
• Cleanup brush: Pana Nail Art Brush

DIY Instructions:

1. Start with a base coat to protect your nails and improve polish adherence.
2. Apply two coats of the neutral beige polish.
3. Finish with a matte top coat for a velvety look.
4. Use a cleanup brush dipped in acetone to clean up the edges.

Heart Accented Matte Nails

These nails showcase a beautiful matte brown base with a heart accent on each nail. The deep brown color is perfect for fall, while the heart adds a cute and playful touch. The matte finish enhances the warmth of the brown shade, making it ideal for the autumn season.

Consumables:

• Base coat: CND Stickey Base Coat
• Brown matte polish: OPI Chocolate Moose with OPI Matte Top Coat
• Heart stencil or nail art brush: Twinkled T Nail Art Brush
• Top coat: OPI Matte Top Coat

DIY Instructions:

1. Apply a base coat to your nails.
2. Paint your nails with two coats of brown polish.
3. Use a heart stencil or nail art brush to create the heart accent on each nail.
4. Finish with a matte top coat for a smooth, velvety look.
5. Clean up any excess polish around the cuticles with a cleanup brush dipped in acetone.

Green Leafy Matte Nails

This design features a matte nude base with delicate green leafy accents. The natural nude color serves as a perfect canvas for the soft green leaves, creating a fresh and serene look that’s perfect for fall.

Consumables:

• Base coat: Essie All in One Base Coat
• Nude matte polish: Zoya Naked Manicure Buff Perfector with Zoya Matte Velvet Top Coat
• Green nail art pens: Sally Hansen I Heart Nail Art Pen in Green
• Top coat: Zoya Matte Velvet Top Coat

DIY Instructions:

1. Start with a base coat to protect your nails.
2. Apply two coats of nude matte polish.
3. Use a green nail art pen to draw leafy designs on each nail.
4. Seal the design with a matte top coat.
5. Clean up any excess polish around the cuticles with a cleanup brush dipped in acetone.

Gradient Green Matte Nails

These nails feature a stunning gradient of matte green shades, from dark forest green to light olive. The matte finish highlights the transition between the colors, creating a sophisticated and elegant look for the autumn season.

Consumables:

• Base coat: Orly Bonder Base Coat
• Dark green matte polish: Essie Off Tropic with Essie Matte About You Top Coat
• Light green matte polish: China Glaze Re-Fresh Mint with Essie Matte About You Top Coat
• Sponge for gradient: PANA Nail Art Sponge
• Top coat: Essie Matte About You

DIY Instructions:

1. Apply a base coat to protect your nails.
2. Use a sponge to create a gradient effect with the dark and light green polishes.
3. Once the gradient is achieved, apply a matte top coat.
4. Clean up any excess polish around the cuticles with a cleanup brush dipped in acetone.

Bright Orange Matte Nails

These bright orange matte nails are bold and vibrant, perfect for making a statement this fall. The matte finish tones down the brightness just enough to keep it sophisticated and seasonally appropriate.

Consumables:

• Base coat: Butter London Nail Foundation Priming Basecoat
• Orange matte polish: OPI A Good Man-darin is Hard to Find with OPI Matte Top Coat
• Top coat: OPI Matte Top Coat

DIY Instructions:

1. Apply a base coat to your nails.
2. Paint your nails with two coats of bright orange polish.
3. Finish with a matte top coat for a velvety finish.
4. Clean up any excess polish around the cuticles with a cleanup brush dipped in acetone.

Fox and Geometric Matte Nails

This playful design features a mix of matte nails with a cute fox face and geometric patterns. The combination of fun designs and the matte finish creates a unique and trendy look for the fall season.

Consumables:

• Base coat: CND Stickey Base Coat
• Variety of matte polishes: Essie Mint Candy Apple, OPI Big Apple Red, Zoya Purity with matte top coats
• Nail art brushes and dotting tools: Twinkled T Nail Art Brush Set
• Top coat: Essie Matte About You

DIY Instructions:

1. Start with a base coat to protect your nails.
2. Paint each nail with a different color and design, using nail art brushes and dotting tools to create the fox face and geometric patterns.
3. Once the designs are complete, apply a matte top coat to each nail.
4. Clean up any excess polish around the cuticles with a cleanup brush dipped in acetone.

Rainbow Gradient Matte Nails

These nails feature a vibrant rainbow gradient with a matte finish. Each nail showcases a smooth transition of colors, creating a playful and eye-catching design that’s perfect for those who love bold looks.

Consumables:

• Base coat: Butter London Nail Foundation Priming Basecoat
• Various matte polishes: Essie Play Date (purple), Essie Tart Deco (orange), Essie Mint Candy Apple (green), Essie Bikini So Teeny (blue), Essie Mod Square (pink)
• Sponge for gradient: PANA Nail Art Sponge
• Top coat: Essie Matte About You

DIY Instructions:

1. Apply a base coat to protect your nails.
2. Use a sponge to apply the gradient effect, blending different colors smoothly across each nail.
3. Once the gradient is achieved, apply a matte top coat.
4. Clean up any excess polish around the cuticles with a cleanup brush dipped in acetone.

Green and Gold Matte Nails

This design features a matte green base with gold leaf accents. The gold leaf adds a luxurious touch to the matte green, making it perfect for the autumn season.

Consumables:

• Base coat: Orly Bonder Base Coat
• Green matte polish: OPI Don’t Mess with OPI with OPI Matte Top Coat
• Gold leaf: Gold Leaf Flakes by Twinkled T
• Top coat: OPI Matte Top Coat

DIY Instructions:

1. Apply a base coat to protect your nails.
2. Paint your nails with two coats of green polish.
3. While the polish is still tacky, apply gold leaf flakes using tweezers.
4. Finish with a matte top coat to seal the design.
5. Clean up any excess polish around the cuticles with a cleanup brush dipped in acetone.

Subtle Green French Matte Nails

These nails feature a matte nude base with a subtle green French tip. The matte finish gives the design a soft and sophisticated look, while the green tips add a touch of color that’s perfect for fall.

Consumables:

• Base coat: Essie All in One Base Coat
• Nude matte polish: OPI Bubble Bath with Essie Matte About You Top Coat
• Green polish for tips: Zoya Tilda with OPI Matte Top Coat
• Top coat: Essie Matte About You

DIY Instructions:

1. Apply a base coat to protect your nails.
2. Paint your nails with two coats of nude polish.
3. Use a thin brush to apply green polish to the tips of your nails.
4. Finish with a matte top coat to seal the design.
5. Clean up any excess polish around the cuticles with a cleanup brush dipped in acetone.

Red Matte Nails with Silver Accents

These nails feature a bold red matte base with silver foil accents. The combination of red and silver creates a striking and festive look, perfect for the holiday season or any autumn event.

Consumables:

• Base coat: Butter London Nail Foundation Priming Basecoat
• Red matte polish: Essie Really Red with Essie Matte About You Top Coat
• Silver foil: Silver Leaf Foil by Twinkled T
• Top coat: Essie Matte About You

DIY Instructions:

1. Apply a base coat to protect your nails.
2. Paint your nails with two coats of red polish.
3. Apply silver foil accents using tweezers while the polish is still tacky.
4. Finish with a matte top coat to seal the design.
5. Clean up any excess polish around the cuticles with a cleanup brush dipped in acetone.

Bold Blue and White Speckled Matte Nails

This design features a matte blue and white base with speckled black accents. The speckled pattern adds a fun and dynamic touch to the solid matte colors, making it perfect for a trendy fall look.

Consumables:

• Base coat: OPI Natural Nail Base Coat
• Blue matte polish: Zoya Blu with OPI Matte Top Coat
• White matte polish: Essie Blanc with OPI Matte Top Coat
• Black speckle effect: Sally Hansen Insta-Dri Black to Black (using a toothbrush for speckle effect)
• Top coat: OPI Matte Top Coat

DIY Instructions:

1. Apply a base coat to protect your nails.
2. Paint your nails with alternating coats of blue and white polish.
3. Dip a toothbrush into the black polish and lightly flick it over the nails to create a speckled effect.
4. Once dry, apply a matte top coat to seal the design.
5. Clean up any excess polish around the cuticles with a cleanup brush dipped in acetone.

Artistic Floral Matte Nails

These nails feature an artistic floral design on a matte black base. The delicate flowers in soft shades of blue, pink, and orange add a touch of elegance and creativity to the bold matte black background, making it a standout choice for fall.

Consumables:

• Base coat: CND Stickey Base Coat
• Black matte polish: OPI Black Onyx with Essie Matte About You Top Coat
• Nail art brushes: Twinkled T Nail Art Brush Set
• Acrylic paints for floral design: Apple Barrel Acrylic Paints in blue, pink, and orange
• Top coat: Essie Matte About You

DIY Instructions:

1. Apply a base coat to protect your nails.
2. Paint your nails with two coats of black polish.
3. Use nail art brushes to paint delicate floral designs on each nail using acrylic paints.
4. Finish with a matte top coat to seal the design.
5. Clean up any excess polish around the cuticles with a cleanup brush dipped in acetone.

Nude and Gold Half-Moon Matte Nails

These nails feature a nude matte base with gold glitter half-moon accents. The combination of the soft nude color and the sparkling gold glitter creates a sophisticated and glamorous look perfect for any occasion.

Consumables:

• Base coat: Orly Bonder Base Coat
• Nude matte polish: Essie Ballet Slippers with Essie Matte About You Top Coat
• Gold glitter polish: OPI All Sparkly and Gold
• Cleanup brush: Pana Nail Art Brush
• Top coat: Essie Matte About You

DIY Instructions:

1. Apply a base coat to protect your nails.
2. Paint your nails with two coats of nude polish.
3. Using a small brush, apply gold glitter polish to the half-moon area near the cuticles.
4. Finish with a matte top coat to seal the design.
5. Clean up any excess polish around the cuticles with a cleanup brush dipped in acetone.

Minimalist Matte Nails with Gold Accents

These minimalist matte nails feature a soft pastel color palette with a single gold stripe and a black dot accent on each nail. The combination of muted colors and the elegant gold detail makes this design perfect for a modern and chic fall look.

Consumables:

• Base coat: Essie All in One Base Coat
• Pastel matte polishes: Essie Fiji (pink), Essie Lilacism (lavender), Essie Mint Candy Apple (green), Essie Sand Tropez (nude)
• Gold striping tape: Born Pretty Gold Striping Tape
• Black dotting tool: Pana Nail Art Dotting Tool
• Top coat: Essie Matte About You

DIY Instructions:

1. Apply a base coat to protect your nails.
2. Paint each nail with a different pastel color.
3. Apply a gold striping tape horizontally across each nail and add a black dot using the dotting tool.
4. Finish with a matte top coat to seal the design.
5. Clean up any excess polish around the cuticles with a cleanup brush dipped in acetone.

Abstract Line Art Matte Nails

These nails feature a matte nude base with intricate black line art designs. The abstract patterns create a modern and artistic look that’s both unique and stylish for the fall season.

Consumables:

• Base coat: Butter London Nail Foundation Priming Basecoat
• Nude matte polish: OPI Samoan Sand with OPI Matte Top Coat
• Black nail art pen: Sally Hansen I Heart Nail Art Pen in Black
• Top coat: OPI Matte Top Coat

DIY Instructions:

1. Apply a base coat to protect your nails.
2. Paint your nails with two coats of nude polish.
3. Use a black nail art pen to draw intricate line art designs on each nail.
4. Finish with a matte top coat to seal the design.
5. Clean up any excess polish around the cuticles with a cleanup brush dipped in acetone.

Nude Matte Nails with Gold Stripes

These nails feature a soft nude matte base with elegant gold stripe accents. The gold stripes add a touch of sophistication and glam to the minimalist nude base, making it a perfect choice for any fall occasion.

Consumables:

• Base coat: CND Stickey Base Coat
• Nude matte polish: Essie Mademoiselle with Essie Matte About You Top Coat
• Gold striping tape: Born Pretty Gold Striping Tape
• Top coat: Essie Matte About You

DIY Instructions:

1. Apply a base coat to protect your nails.
2. Paint your nails with two coats of nude polish.
3. Apply gold striping tape to create horizontal or vertical stripes on each nail.
4. Finish with a matte top coat to seal the design.
5. Clean up any excess polish around the cuticles with a cleanup brush dipped in acetone.

Green and Gold Matte Nails with Silver Leaf Accent

These nails feature a sophisticated combination of matte green and nude with gold foil accents and a silver leaf design on one nail. The blend of earthy green and shiny gold creates a luxurious look, perfect for autumn.

Consumables:

• Base coat: CND Stickey Base Coat
• Nude matte polish: Essie Topless & Barefoot with Essie Matte About You Top Coat
• Green matte polish: OPI Stay Off the Lawn with Essie Matte About You Top Coat
• Gold foil: Twinkled T Gold Leaf Flakes
• Silver nail art pen: Sally Hansen I Heart Nail Art Pen in Silver
• Top coat: Essie Matte About You

DIY Instructions:

1. Apply a base coat to protect your nails.
2. Paint some nails with nude polish and others with green polish.
3. Apply gold foil flakes to the green nails using tweezers.
4. Use a silver nail art pen to create a leaf design on one nude nail.
5. Finish with a matte top coat to seal the design.
6. Clean up any excess polish around the cuticles with a cleanup brush dipped in acetone.

Bright Pink Matte Nails

These nails feature a vibrant bright pink matte finish. The bold color and matte texture create a striking and playful look, making it a fun choice for any occasion.

Consumables:

• Base coat: OPI Natural Nail Base Coat
• Pink matte polish: China Glaze Pink Voltage with OPI Matte Top Coat
• Top coat: OPI Matte Top Coat

DIY Instructions:

1. Apply a base coat to protect your nails.
2. Paint your nails with two coats of pink polish.
3. Finish with a matte top coat to seal the design.
4. Clean up any excess polish around the cuticles with a cleanup brush dipped in acetone.

Grey Matte Nails with Black Floral Art

These nails feature a matte grey base with detailed black floral designs. The combination of the soft grey and intricate black flowers creates a sophisticated and elegant look, perfect for autumn.

Consumables:

• Base coat: Essie All in One Base Coat
• Grey matte polish: Zoya Dove with Essie Matte About You Top Coat
• Black nail art pen: Sally Hansen I Heart Nail Art Pen in Black
• Top coat: Essie Matte About You

DIY Instructions:

1. Apply a base coat to protect your nails.
2. Paint your nails with two coats of grey polish.
3. Use a black nail art pen to draw floral designs on each nail.
4. Finish with a matte top coat to seal the design.
5. Clean up any excess polish around the cuticles with a cleanup brush dipped in acetone.

Black Matte Nails with Glitter Accents

These nails feature a matte black base with glitter accents at the cuticles. The contrast between the matte black and sparkling glitter adds a touch of glam to the bold base color, making it a perfect choice for evening events.

Consumables:

• Base coat: Butter London Nail Foundation Priming Basecoat
• Black matte polish: OPI Black Onyx with OPI Matte Top Coat
• Glitter polish: China Glaze Fairy Dust
• Top coat: OPI Matte Top Coat

DIY Instructions:

1. Apply a base coat to protect your nails.
2. Paint your nails with two coats of black polish.
3. Apply glitter polish to the cuticle area of each nail.
4. Finish with a matte top coat to seal the design.
5. Clean up any excess polish around the cuticles with a cleanup brush dipped in acetone.

Floral Matte Nails with Dark Base

These nails feature a dark matte base with intricate floral designs on accent nails. The combination of the deep color and detailed flowers creates a sophisticated and elegant look, perfect for fall.

Consumables:

• Base coat: Orly Bonder Base Coat
• Dark matte polish: Essie Wicked with Essie Matte About You Top Coat
• Floral nail stickers: Born Pretty Floral Nail Stickers
• Top coat: Essie Matte About You

DIY Instructions:

1. Apply a base coat to protect your nails.
2. Paint your nails with two coats of dark polish.
3. Apply floral nail stickers to the accent nails.
4. Finish with a matte top coat to seal the design.
5. Clean up any excess polish around the cuticles with a cleanup brush dipped in acetone.

Bold Blue Matte Nails

These nails feature a bold, vibrant blue matte finish. The striking color and smooth matte texture make this design a standout choice for those who love to make a statement with their nails.

Consumables:

• Base coat: OPI Natural Nail Base Coat
• Blue matte polish: Essie Butler Please with Essie Matte About You Top Coat
• Top coat: Essie Matte About You

DIY Instructions:

1. Apply a base coat to protect your nails.
2. Paint your nails with two coats of blue polish.
3. Finish with a matte top coat to seal the design.
4. Clean up any excess polish around the cuticles with a cleanup brush dipped in acetone.

Artistic Matte Nails with Gold Foil and Green Accents

These nails feature a combination of matte green and nude with gold foil accents and intricate designs on one nail. The mix of matte textures and shiny gold details creates a luxurious and unique look.

Consumables:

• Base coat: CND Stickey Base Coat
• Nude matte polish: Essie Topless & Barefoot with Essie Matte About You Top Coat
• Green matte polish: OPI Stay Off the Lawn with Essie Matte About You Top Coat
• Gold foil: Twinkled T Gold Leaf Flakes
• Silver nail art pen: Sally Hansen I Heart Nail Art Pen in Silver
• Top coat: Essie Matte About You

DIY Instructions:

1. Apply a base coat to protect your nails.
2. Paint some nails with nude polish and others with green polish.
3. Apply gold foil flakes to the green nails using tweezers.
4. Use a silver nail art pen to create intricate designs on one nude nail.
5. Finish with a matte top coat to seal the design.
6. Clean up any excess polish around the cuticles with a cleanup brush dipped in acetone.