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Top Nail Trends for Fall 2024 With Jan Arnold of CND

The beauty expert is back with the scoop on seasonal nail hues in both glitter and pearl effects.

As the leaves start to change, so do trending nail colors. Bright pinks are turning into dark burgundies and neons are swapped out for earthy tones like sage and espresso.

The hashtag #FallNails is already making a comeback with more than 126.5K posts on TikTok.

In addition, CND recently rolled out the limited-edition Dynamic Duality. It features six new shades and vibrant finishes that represent a fusion of tradition and technology. Drawing inspiration from the timeless beauty of earth’s elements and futuristic vibes of AI innovations, CND’s captivating array of nail colors celebrate the best of both worlds, said the company.  

Among the six new shades are three featuring unique metallic effects including glitter and pearl to exude a futuristic feel. The remaining three are earth tones in crème finishes.

Dynamic Duality is available in both CND Shellac Gel Polish and CND Vinylux  Long Wear Polish formats.

 Jan Arnold, CND co-founder, took time to chat with Happi about the latest nail looks for Fall 2024.

Happi:  Which shades do you expect to be trending for Fall 2024?

JA: Through trend research and inspiration from fashion runways, the colors we predict will be most popular are deep purple with a gold pearl finish, an apricot-like peachy orange, dark teal with a glitter finish, yellow sage, burgundy and mauve.

Happi: Which nail trends are you seeing right now?

JA: Nails tell a story about the style, mood and emotion of the wearer. Nail art today should express all of these using shape, color, and design to paint a picture. With so many options available, individuals should encourage their artists to stretch their skills and embrace a new, unique vision, using the theme of dynamic duality. 

Happi: Is there an underrated or unexpected fall nail color that you’re excited about?

JA: CND shade Purplexity is my top pick for Fall! It’s a deep purple with a gold pearl finish for a dynamic feel. This shade is dark and mysterious, yet it exudes extreme energy and richness. I love a dark nail year-round, but this one is especially important this fall.

Happi: Are there any designs, nail shapes or colors that you are loving?

JA: Invite experimentation to ignite a new vibration and edge. I recommend pushing the boundaries of length and shape to see how it makes you feel and to see how it excites those around you.

Happi: What do you think are driving nail trends right now?  

JA: Energy and emotion. Tapping into yours will give you the confidence to experiment!

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