Ideas for brown nails: which shades to choose

Since September, brown colored polishes have been making a comeback in our wardrobes. Whether in regular Green™ polish or Green Flash™ gel polish format, they capture the spirit of autumn and add warmth to our everyday lives. Check out our manicure ideas for brown nails and curate your own collection of brown polishes. 

A rich, deep brown polish with a subtle purple and burgundy shimmer, ideal for creating eye-catching and sensual brown nails. A chocolate brown nail polish you can enjoy all year round, to your heart's content.

A metallic brown polish with a copper shimmer that catches the light perfectly, adding a bold, sophisticated touch to your manicures. A firm favourite for elevating your autumn outfits. 

A metallic brown polish with a copper shimmer that will add a touch of bold glamour to your nails. The subtle glitter in this polish catches the light, giving a colorful manicure a sophisticated, jewel-like effect. 

An indulgent hazelnut brown polish with hints of red and burgundy for a warm, rich, enticing look. The perfect antidote to cold temperatures!

A creamy light brown polish reminiscent of a sweet, milky coffee. This warm, soft polish color is ideal for an early morning latte with someone special. 

Add a creative touch to your brown nails with some nail art, an autumnal activity that will warm things up nicely. Check out our latest favourite brown nail art with a modern touch that makes a statement. 

Light up your brown manicure with Métallic, the cool gold polish with an infinite shimmer that turns your nails into little jewels. Replace the white polish with an iridescent color to catch the light and give your nails a subtle shine. Make sure you use our Liner Brush to highlight the tip of the nail for a flawless French manicure. Inspired by this retro nail art? See all our classic and reworked French manicure ideas in this special article.

What could be more satisfying than replicating this year's most desirable pattern on your nails? Now a wardrobe staple, leopard print can also be applied to your nails. To replicate it, draw subtle dark brown semi-circles onto a light brown base, then fill in the inside with a medium shade. Creating a flawless line with our high-precision Liner Brush couldn't be easier.

Who said you should only wear glitter on your nails during the festive season? Boost your brown manicure with some Copper glitter on one or two nails for a bright autumn manicure with golden accents. 

The shape of your nails plays an essential part in the end result of your brown manicure. Follow the guide to match the right color to the right nail shape.

Short nails look good in a light brown color like Orme. This soft, elegant pairing is ideal while you are growing your nails, if that's what you want to do. As dark colors tend to make your nails look shorter, opt for a light color to lengthen them. 

For a more striking autumnal manicure, go for an almond or stiletto shape with a dark brown like Clove. An enticing, sophisticated manicure that is also full of character: perfect for autumn evenings. 

Pair your brown polishes with pieces and/or accessories from your wardrobe in complementary colors. Here are a few suggested color combinations:

• Brown and beige: combine a dark brown with a beige piece for a soft, well-balanced look. Think mohair jumper or oversized wool blazer.

• Brown and red: combine red lips or a crimson bag with a brown manicure for a vibrant contrast. The perfect blend of zing and softness.

• Brown and navy blue: for an urban autumnal look, pair a dark brown with a raw denim outfit. A Canadian tuxedo works a treat!

For a classic brown manicure that looks flawless and lasts brilliantly, don't forget your nail prep. For complete nail prep like a pro, follow the guide in this special article.

The first nail prep step consists of ensuring a neat and clean nail plate, ready for the Base Coat. Nail oil remover is the secret to seamless preparation: it can be used before every manicure, like nail polish remover, to remove all traces of oil and dust.

Next comes the essential Base Coat step. It protects your nails and helps the polish to adhere better. Enriched with vitamins and hexanal, our Green™ Base Coat will strengthen your nails, as well as set your color and help your Green™ polish last longer.

After applying your color, always finish off your manicure with a layer of Sunshine Top Coat to protect your polish and give it an unparalleled mirror shine. Sunshine Top Coat contains photoinitiators that react with natural light for ultra-fast air drying.

For even faster drying, use our Quick-Dry Drops. A single drop per nail is enough to halve the drying time of your Green™ polish. Enriched with ceramides, they will deeply nourish your nails and the surrounding skin.

You'll find all the nail prep essentials you need for a quick and easy manicure in our Green™ Essentials Kit. The result? Color that air-dries super fast with a mirror shine, 7-day staying power and a lamp-free gel effect.

Brown nails are an excellent way to give your hands a boost this autumn. Whether you opt for a simple manicure or get creative with nail art, browns offer a myriad of possibilities. Experiment with different shades, play with textures and let your nails shine this autumn season!

Looking for a brown manicure that lasts? Discover Green Flash™, the plant-based, vegan alternative to traditional gel polish. With its ultra-pigmented color, mirror shine and 10-day staying power, Green Flash™  is revolutionising the long-lasting manicure with its clean formula that doesn't damage your nails and its gentle, acetone-free removal, like regular polish.