Love nail designs? 3 trendy manicure ideas for fall 2026
Manicure trends for fall 2026 (photo: Getty Images)
This season, manicure trends are balancing between two extremes: on the one hand, the top trend is ultra-short natural nails without polish, while on the other, eye-catching nails with designs, patterns, and rhinestones are also in style. Clearly, fashion is focused on self-expression, allowing everyone to feel comfortable and stylish.
For those who still want to experiment with nail designs, there are plenty of options to choose from and make your own. RBC-Ukraine tells you about three trendy manicure designs you can recreate this fall.
Dots
You can have fun with this design by mixing different colors, making dots of different sizes, and placing them randomly across the nails. You can also opt for a minimalist look — stick to subtle colors and add a single dot near the cuticle if you are not ready for a design that attracts too much attention.
Animal print
It is everywhere right now, and manicures are no exception. Tortoiseshell, leopard, zebra, and cow prints are all incredibly trendy at the moment and pair well with fall outfits. Choose softer, less contrasting, and more delicate patterns.
Mix and match
This option is for the boldest and for those who can never decide which design to choose. Now you don’t have to, because mix-and-match manicures are trending this season. You can combine several colors, effects, and patterns at once — for example, animal print, a chrome effect, and a regular polish. You can also add rhinestones, gems or gold leaf here and there. However, it is still better to choose colors that are close to one another so that the manicure looks harmonious.
