6 nail trends for the perfect autumn/winter 2025 mani

Have a look at the nail design trends taking over as we head into autumn/winter…

Summer has been full of sunshine, butter yellow, auras, Amalfi lemons, and polka dots galore, but as autumn rolls around, new trends embracing the rich colours and cosy vibes of the latter months are starting to emerge. Here’s some nail design inspo to get you ready for the season…

1. Cat eye crazy

We have seen the rise of cat eye nails over the last few months, and this trend is set to take over during autumn/winter. Rich, reflective hues will adorn nails, with an array of magnetic finishes.

View our roundup of must-have cat eye products here.

2. Earth-toned talons

Bright, light hues give way to deeper, earthier tones this autumn/winter. We’re talking deep sea green, slate grey and leafy orange. Also look out for the butter yellow to mustard yellow transition.

Have a look at products to nail the mustard trend here.

3. Princess nails

This trend is proving its timelessness as it seems to reappear every season, working for any time of the year. The style, characterised by pinky nudes and a short, squoval shape, is the perfect ‘barely there’ mani.

This trend is closely linked to the previously loved ‘soap nails’… For some inspo, click here.

4. Cherry red

A staple hue of the autumn/winter months, this deliciously dark, vampy shade is making its annual comeback.

Click here for trending ‘cherry mocha’ nail ideas to inspire.

5. Mocha mousse mania

Pantone’s Colour of the Year for 2025 is Mocha Mousse, a light, cool-toned brown. What better time of year than autumn/winter to bring back brown (in all its shades and styles)?

View nail products to achieve the Mocha Mousse mani trend.

6. Gemstone glamour

Sapphire, jade, amethyst, onyx, tourmaline… the list goes on. Channel these glittering jewels into your nail looks for the coming seasons.

For gemstone-themed nail inspo, view the entries into a past #ShowScratch Creative Challenge.