Fall’s Hottest Nail Trends - The Fusion of Minimalism and Maximalism

Nail art often plays a crucial role in enhancing style and expressing individuality. In 2024, we witnessed a vibrant clash between two dominant nail styles: minimalism and maximalism, offering an unprecedented autumn visual feast. This collision is not only about changes in color and design, but also about refreshing experiences. Let’s dive deeper into those styles with MelodySusie and explore this fall’s nail trends with our gel polish collections!

What's Minimalism?

Minimalism is characterized by simplicity and purity, focusing on the essentials and eliminating unnecessary embellishments. In nail art designs, minimalism is reflected through clean lines, clear colors, and understated patterns.

1. Pure Colors

@monmayernails

Choosing warm, low-saturation colors like nude, light gray, and off-white can blend beautifully with autumn. Neatly trimmed nails with the above colors offer an elegant appeal.

2. French

@mannacured

Classic French manicures have always been highly popular. The Maillard style for “fingertip art” gives an opportunity to innovate this nail style and the leopard prints bring out a blend of chic and playful vibes.

3. Line Bows

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Line bows, a staple at fashion weeks and concerts symbolize country aesthetics. This nail art goes well with a sweet and cute makeup look.

4. Chrome

@nailsbyzola

Hailey Bieber’s donut chrome manicure has been popular since 2022 till now. The champagne color makes the nail look like a glistening seashell.

5. Marble Gradient

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Neutral tones are typically favored for fall, so International Klein Blue is undoubtedly this fall’s signature color. Chic blues and pristine whites are blended to create a marbled pattern.

What's Maximalism?

In stark contrast to minimalism, maximalist nail art revels in complexity and luxury. This style often incorporates an abundance of decorations like rhinestones, glitter and decals, striving for the ultimate ornate effect.

1. 3D Flowers

@thenailplugalo

The trend of 3D flowers continues the whole year, with color schemes transitioning from vibrant colors to soft browns. Adding floral and gold accents to the pure color makes the nails look more dreamy.

2. Rhinestones French

@hxnita.nailz

While simple French manicures are a general style for fall and winter, the rise of maximalism has sparked endless creativity. Rhinestones are the key element in enriching this French manicure.

3. Exaggerated bow

@pimpnails.van

In early autumn, the exaggerated bows are still as popular as they were in the summer, with elements such as zebra and leopard prints to complement them, creating a great example of maximalism.

4. Metallic and Tech-Inspired Chrome

@nailsbypadena

What happens when silver meets pearlescent pink? A retro vibe with protruding wings and oil painting stickers emerges, breaking through temporal and spatial limits with a techy and futuristic feel.

5. Colorful Marble Gradient

@lesmainscelestes

A gradient mix of white, purple, reddish-brown, and golden-brown creates a unique aesthetic. Adding gems accentuates these distinctive nails.

Let’s create a minimalist-maximalist hybrid nail art this fall with MelodySusie!

Four Steps to Your Autumn Nail Art

1. Prep Your Nails

Select the right nail drill bit and speed to ensure nail safety. MelodySusie’s 180# Sanding Bands come with a smooth surface, which is perfect on the natural nail and cuticle with your file's low speed.

Choosing the suitable nail tips that fit your nails is essential for making the nail art look great.

2. DIY Your Nail Art

A solid color manicure with no embellishments represents the minimalist nail style. Choose the MelodySusie’s Jeweliver Gel Polish’s JM08 shade for the nail base. This gel polish embraces the beauty of gemstones, making your nails look as clear as jelly.

Design Styles

Gradient and 3D designs allow a transition in nail art, from minimalism to maximalism.

A: Gradient Design

After applying the clear blooming gel, use the liner brush to take the nail polish beads and dot them irregularly on the nails. Be mindful of the amount of gel used. Also, leave sufficient space between each dot to avoid over-blending.

The chosen color is MelodySusie Fleurwee Gel's P01. This nail polish is plant-based, HEMA, HPMA, and TPO-free, and without 21 toxins, for you to enjoy a safer and healthier manicure.

B: 3D Designs

Create strips with solid gel on the nails, then use the brush to lightly apply chrome powder over the designs.

3. Finish with top coat

Natural Ultra High-Gloss Top Coat makes nail arts durable and strong.

4. Apply Hand Cream and Nail Cuticle Oil

Autumn dries out the skin. Applying cuticle oil helps moisturize the fingers.

This autumn, whether you prefer the simplicity of minimalism or the opulence of maximalism, MelodySusie's full collections of gel polishes will meet your unique needs. Beauty is multifaceted, and we hope everyone can find the nail style that best suits them this season. 

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