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Looking for a cozy fall nail color that’s understated and classy? If so, burgundy is a great option. In this article, we’re sharing our favorite 25 burgundy nails we think you’ll love too.
There’s a new nail shade in town that’s painting the town red – or should we say, ‘burgundy’. While classic red nails have long been the go-to color during the holiday season, burgundy offers a sultry and mysterious twist to your classic fall and winter nail palette.
From rich merlots to deep maroons, this captivating hue can be tailored to match any style and personality. To get inspired, take a look at the 25 designs below!
The Best Burgundy Nails To Try
1. Diagonal Stripes
This diagonal striped design in the rich burgundy shade looks so striking! The glossy burgundy nails are paired with nude nails decorated with a burgundy diagonal stripe at the tip and two rose gold strips in the opposite direction to add a shiny finishing touch.
2. Burgundy + Gold
Burgundy and gold are the perfect color combination for Christmas, as this stunning manicure shows. The gold accent nail is decorated with a cute bow detail, which adds an instant holiday vibe to the entire look, while the rest of the nails are painted with alternating burgundy French tips and solid nails.
3. Burgundy Swirls
This swirly design looks incredible and comes out different each time for a unique and distinctive look. The burgundy and gold swirled accent finger is complimented by glossy burgundy nails and a burgundy French tip – just beautiful!
4. Burgundy Hearts
This burgundy heart design is perfect for Valentine’s Day if you want something a little different from the usual pink designs. Two nails are painted with glossy burgundy polish, two feature a burgundy French tip, then the ring finger is painted in burgundy with a nude heart in the center.
5. Burgundy Waves
We love this burgundy wave design, with a touch of gold glitter for a glamorous finish. The middle and ring fingers begin with a glossy bare base and then are decorated with waves of burgundy polish that run up the side of the nail, finished with a swipe of gold.
6. French Tips
This cozy fall manicure has an elegant and sophisticated look and really shows off the rich burgundy color. The glossy, solid burgundy nails sit alongside nude nails with burgundy French tips for a simple, minimalist aesthetic.
7. Pink shimmer + Gold
The mix of matte and shimmery finishes and the pink, gold, and burgundy color palette make this manicure just irresistible. Three of the nails are painted burgundy with a matte top coat, while the other two nails have a swirly pink shimmer base and are decorated with a wave of gleaming gold running up the nail – so stunning!
8. Paint Swipes
Go for an abstract, artistic look with this paint swipes nail design. The two middle nails have a glossy bare base and are decorated with swipes of black, red, burgundy, white, and gold paint to create a bold, stunning look.
9. Gold leaves
The contrast between the dark, rich burgundy nails and the milky white nails makes for an eye-catching manicure. The white nails are decorated with dainty glittering gold leaf motifs to add a glam finish. The color palette of this manicure makes it ideal for the winter and holiday seasons.
10. Glossy Cherries
Cherry designs are super popular right now and we just adore this burgundy cherry design with added rhinestones. Each nail features either a white or burgundy French tip then is decorated with dainty cherries, white hearts, and sparkling rhinestones to bring a little extra sparkle.
11. Glossy Burgundy
Keep it simple with a rich burgundy shade finished with a glossy top coat, on short and neat rounded nails – a classic and chic look. This manicure is just what you need as the leaves begin to turn and fall rolls in.
12. Tortoiseshell
The rich tones of the burgundy polish pair perfectly with the warmth of tortoiseshell nails – which are super popular nail designs at the moment. The two middle nails are decorated with layers of amber and brown tones to create a tortoiseshell effect, guaranteeing a striking look.
13. Burgundy Stars
Go for a sleek and clean design, like this burgundy stars manicure. The nails are painted with a glossy pale pink shade and then decorated with a burgundy star that sits in the center of the nail and really stands out against the lighter base.
14. Pale pink + Burgundy
We love the color combination of pale pink and burgundy, always ensuring a gorgeous manicure. The glossy maroon nails sit alongside pale pink nails decorated with small swipes of curving maroon polish, finished with a sleek line of gold to add a glamorous finish.
15. Burgundy + Pink
Burgundy and pink is a stunning color combination, especially if you are using pink glitter polish. The pink glitter brings a little more sparkle and light to an otherwise dark manicure, featuring hearts and a nude half-moon at the base of each nail.
16. Asymmetrical Waves
This beautiful manicure combines burgundy nails with French tips and an asymmetric wave design, with a wave at the base and tip of the nail and a line of gleaming gold running through the middle.
17. Burgundy Florals
This floral nail design is so pretty and gives the fall burgundy shade a springtime edge. The accent nail has a white base and are decorated with blush pink and maroon striking flowers, while the rest of the nails are finished in maroon or blush pink tones.
18. Caramel + Burgundy Tones
We love the autumnal color palette of this manicure, with a touch of gold glitter thrown in there too, adding a little extra sparkle. The two middle nails have a natural base and are then decorated with curving waves of rose gold glitter, burgundy, and caramel-colored polish to create a swirling design.
19. A Touch of Gold
Add a little glamour to your burgundy manicure with a touch of gold. The nails are painted half nude and half burgundy in a wave design, finished with a matte top coat, then a wave of gold is added to the nails which really glimmers against the matte base.
20. Coquette Bows
The coquette aesthetic is super popular right now and this manicure perfectly fits the aesthetic. Three nails are painted in glossy burgundy polish while the other two are left nude and decorated with a burgundy bow and rhinestones for extra glamour.
21. Flecks of gold
If you are looking for a glam nail design, this burgundy and gold manicure would be perfect for you! Sitting alongside the glossy burgundy nails, are two nails with a diagonal half and half nude and burgundy design, decorated with flecks of gold for a dazzling finishing touch.
22. Glittering Gold
This burgundy design is perfect for the festive season! The nails are left nude, then a swipe of gold glitter polish and burgundy polish is added to the tip and base of the nail for a pop of color and sparkle.
23. Glitter Frames
These pale pink and burgundy nails have each been framed with silver glitter, that runs all the way around the outside edge of the nails, adding a subtle touch of sparkle to your look.
24. Delicate white florals
Pair your dark burgundy tones with glossy nude nails and white florals to create a beautiful nail design! This manicure features a burgundy thumb and little finger, while the index finger has a burgundy French tip and the middle two fingers are decorated with delicate white flowers and flecks of gold.
25. Plaid + Pearls
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We love all the extra special details on these nails that you can play around with a little to create your own, distinctive manicure. There are two burgundy glitter nails, matte burgundy nails decorated with 3D gemstones at the base, or a line of tiny white shimmering pearls, while the index finger features a plaid design – perfect for fall!
We hope you found the perfect nail design for your fall manicure!
