Breadcrumbs ![5 Autumn Nail Shades That Look So Expensive](https://media.sheerluxe.com/_UQbpeHAEQCNuKuuEQ5F6WPtxLQ=/800x0/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fsheerluxe.com%2Fsites%2Fsheerluxe%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2026%2F09%2Fsl-180926-site-assets-social-sapna-nails-hero-thumb.jpg) Image: @Sapna_Rao [Hair & Nails](/beauty/hair-nails) / 18 September 2026 # 5 Autumn Nail Shades That Look So Expensive Few things help you feel more put together than a fresh manicure. Here, SL’s deputy editor Sapna Rao, alongside some of the industry’s top manicurists, share the trending shades to know – so you can take notes ahead of your next appointment… ByOrin Carlin / [ Save To My Favourites ](/user/login?destination=/markdownify/node/54138) Image: @Sapna_Rao All products on this page have been selected by our editorial team, however we may make commission on some products. ![Courtney from Bio Sculpture](https://media.sheerluxe.com/sCXVugS2NkGEEXqSX5Y2gHo3iLw=/800x0/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fsheerluxe.com%2Fsites%2Fsheerluxe%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2026%2F09%2F2-sl-180926-nail-shade-trends-chocolate-brown.jpg) [#### Courtney](https://www.renewbeauty.co.uk/products/bio-bottle-colour-courtney-12ml) ##### Bio Sculpture [ Flag this item ](/user/login?destination=/markdownify/node/54138 "Add product to my favourites") ## Chocolate Brown “Every autumn, Bio Sculpture’s [Courtney](https://www.renewbeauty.co.uk/products/bio-bottle-colour-courtney-12ml) – a rich, chocolate brown – is one of the most requested shades among my clients. It’s not too dark, so it’s the perfect entry point for those wanting to transition into the darker shades as the days get shorter.” *–* [*Lauren Marija*](https://www.instagram.com/bylaurenmarija/)*, manicurist* ![Sepia Retreat from Essie](https://media.sheerluxe.com/ePkv1wfey9Yu-I4VKy-ntclR7u8=/600x0/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fsheerluxe.com%2Fsites%2Fsheerluxe%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2026%2F09%2Fsl170926-essie-boho-rodeo-collection-sepia-retreat.png) [#### Sepia Retreat](https://asos.bbgqo9.net/DWmvbn) ##### Essie, £8.99 [ Flag this item ](/user/login?destination=/markdownify/node/54138 "Add product to my favourites") ![Caught In The Nude Tulum Beach from Nails Inc. ](https://media.sheerluxe.com/2WAfYWRpJ7krveGLtuRsTPhyaQ4=/600x0/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fsheerluxe.com%2Fsites%2Fsheerluxe%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2026%2F09%2Fnails-inc-caught-in-the-nude-nail-polish-tulum-beach.png) [#### Caught In The Nude Tulum Beach](https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=2082&awinaffid=69421&platform=dl&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.lookfantastic.com%2Fp%2Fnails-inc.-caught-in-the-nude-nail-polish-tulum-beach%2F12553277%2F) ##### Nails Inc., £7.20 *(was £9)* [ Flag this item ](/user/login?destination=/markdownify/node/54138 "Add product to my favourites") ## True Red “A classic true red like [Pillar Box](https://www.renewbeauty.co.uk/products/no-19-pillar-box-red) always has that chic, expensive-looking quality. It’s one of those colours that feels really timeless and makes the nails look polished without being overly complicated.” *–* [*Saskia Fenwick*](https://www.instagram.com/saskiafenwick/)*, manicurist* ![Rouge Casaque from Hermès](https://media.sheerluxe.com/_KZ4wkc5c35bvPeMsaK7N-F7WyE=/600x0/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fsheerluxe.com%2Fsites%2Fsheerluxe%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2026%2F09%2Fhermes-les-mains-rouge-casque.png) [#### Rouge Casaque](https://selfridges.prf.hn/click/camref:1100loTp9/destination:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.selfridges.com%2FGB%2Fen%2Fproduct%2Fhermes-les-mains-herms-nail-polish-15ml_R03834771%2F%23colour%3D64%2520Rouge%2520Casaque) ##### Hermès, £47 [ Flag this item ](/user/login?destination=/markdownify/node/54138 "Add product to my favourites") ![Poppy Red from Manicurist](https://media.sheerluxe.com/WyqaVeSX7FVHdAoU3HzBL1RrhBI=/600x0/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fsheerluxe.com%2Fsites%2Fsheerluxe%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2026%2F09%2Fmanicurist-green.png) [#### Poppy Red](https://uk.manucurist.com/products/green-nail-polish-poppy-red?oc=GB) ##### Manicurist, £14 [ Flag this item ](/user/login?destination=/markdownify/node/54138 "Add product to my favourites") ![Pillar Box from Bio Sculpture](https://media.sheerluxe.com/Q64uepUf69cNSMfz2CrGOzQOYf0=/800x0/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fsheerluxe.com%2Fsites%2Fsheerluxe%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2026%2F09%2F2-sl-180926-nail-shade-trends-true-red.jpg) [#### Pillar Box](https://www.renewbeauty.co.uk/products/no-19-pillar-box-red) ##### Bio Sculpture [ Flag this item ](/user/login?destination=/markdownify/node/54138 "Add product to my favourites") ![Garnet Noir from Bio Sculpture](https://media.sheerluxe.com/mLMsXNIugPez_TeMKUnmdRENyxo=/800x0/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fsheerluxe.com%2Fsites%2Fsheerluxe%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2026%2F09%2F2-sl-180926-nail-shade-trends-deep-burgundy.jpg) [#### Garnet Noir](https://www.renewbeauty.co.uk/products/garnet-noir-334-4-5g-gel) ##### Bio Sculpture [ Flag this item ](/user/login?destination=/markdownify/node/54138 "Add product to my favourites") ## Deep Burgundy “A deep red or rich burgundy will always look expensive. A darker-pigmented hue almost always complements all skin tones and a rich, glossy finish on top instantly elevates your look. One of my all-time favourites is [Ruby](https://www.renewbeauty.co.uk/products/bio-bottle-colour-ruby-12ml).” *– Lauren* “Rich burgundies, such as [Pinotage](https://www.renewbeauty.co.uk/products/no-10-pinotage) and [Garnet Noir](https://www.renewbeauty.co.uk/products/garnet-noir-334-4-5g-gel), are great for this time of year because they work perfectly with those deeper, warmer tones we naturally start wearing in autumn.” *– Saskia* ![Rouge Noir from Chanel](https://media.sheerluxe.com/T-SiMH7fuSjjzMduXCV_OiHwsJI=/600x0/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fsheerluxe.com%2Fsites%2Fsheerluxe%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2026%2F09%2Fchanel-rouge.png) [#### Rouge Noir](https://www.chanel.com/gb/makeup/p/179155/le-vernis-longwear-nail-colour/) ##### Chanel, £30 [ Flag this item ](/user/login?destination=/markdownify/node/54138 "Add product to my favourites") ![Plum Mocha from Dolce & Gabbana](https://media.sheerluxe.com/qW06tUBfHfiNvCNCpFJd2zkl8e8=/600x0/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fsheerluxe.com%2Fsites%2Fsheerluxe%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2026%2F09%2Fdg-nail-polish.png) [#### Plum Mocha](https://sephora.prf.hn/click/camref:1101l5hxvM/destination:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sephora.co.uk%2Fp%2Fdolce-gabbana-nailed-it-quick-dry-lasting-nail-lacquer-7ml%3Foption%3D794138) ##### Dolce & Gabbana, £21 [ Flag this item ](/user/login?destination=/markdownify/node/54138 "Add product to my favourites") ## Black Liquorice “A super glossy black like [Liquorice ](https://www.renewbeauty.co.uk/products/no-2017-liquorice?_pos=1&_sid=45cb8600b&_ss=r)is so timeless and the high-shine finish makes it feel luxurious without being too much. It’s one of those colours that instantly makes your nails look really expensive.” *– Saskia* ![Le Diable En Chanel from Chanel](https://media.sheerluxe.com/5jBcghEbhwtkFOBOnC6_1EyzvxM=/600x0/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fsheerluxe.com%2Fsites%2Fsheerluxe%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2026%2F09%2Fchanel-le-vernis.png) [#### Le Diable En Chanel](https://www.chanel.com/gb/makeup/p/179161/le-vernis-longwear-nail-colour/) ##### Chanel, £30 [ Flag this item ](/user/login?destination=/markdownify/node/54138 "Add product to my favourites") ![Black Berry from Nailberry](https://media.sheerluxe.com/Hx0OfSriX1xburKVgkwMCn2yLPg=/600x0/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fsheerluxe.com%2Fsites%2Fsheerluxe%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2026%2F09%2Fnail-berry-black-berry.png) [#### Black Berry](https://www.nailberry.co.uk/products/blackberry2) ##### Nailberry, £17 [ Flag this item ](/user/login?destination=/markdownify/node/54138 "Add product to my favourites") ![Liquorice from Bio Sculpture](https://media.sheerluxe.com/67PCR-iraL0S4uSSUEF3nqKdu9I=/800x0/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fsheerluxe.com%2Fsites%2Fsheerluxe%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2026%2F09%2F2-sl-180926-nail-shade-trends-glossy-black.jpg) [#### Liquorice](https://www.renewbeauty.co.uk/products/no-2017-liquorice?_pos=1&_sid=45cb8600b&_ss=r) ##### Bio Sculpture [ Flag this item ](/user/login?destination=/markdownify/node/54138 "Add product to my favourites") ![Active™ Smooth 00 from Manucurist](https://media.sheerluxe.com/MUpCR43JmRdmYDeA259XfbC634A=/800x0/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fsheerluxe.com%2Fsites%2Fsheerluxe%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2026%2F09%2F2-sl-180926-nail-shade-trends-perfect-neutral.jpg) [#### Active™ Smooth 00](https://uk.manucurist.com/products/active-smooth) ##### Manucurist, £16 [ Flag this item ](/user/login?destination=/markdownify/node/54138 "Add product to my favourites") ## Flattering Neutral “The secret to finding the most flattering neutral for you is working out your skin’s undertone. As a general rule of thumb, peachy nudes suit those with olive skin or yellow undertones, whereas sheer pinks are more universal, working well on both darker and paler skin tones. Milky pinks suit fair skin that tans easily as well as fair-to-medium skin with warm undertones, and then peachy, brown-toned nudes work beautifully on dark olive, brown or black skin.” *–* [*Julia Diogo*](https://www.instagram.com/paintedbyjools/)*, manicurist* ![Base Vernis from Dior](https://media.sheerluxe.com/Ph_lq-YvrDjteQd95ieU-8hnP1M=/600x0/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fsheerluxe.com%2Fsites%2Fsheerluxe%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2026%2F09%2Fdior-base-vernis.png) [#### Base Vernis](https://www.dior.com/en_gb/beauty/products/dior-base-vernis-C099700550.html) ##### Dior, £30 [ Flag this item ](/user/login?destination=/markdownify/node/54138 "Add product to my favourites") ![Bubble Bath from OPI](https://media.sheerluxe.com/uFdbH7Fk_ye5-43UDYfEzFBVuw0=/600x0/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fsheerluxe.com%2Fsites%2Fsheerluxe%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2026%2F09%2Fopi-nail-lacquer-bubble-bath.png) [#### Bubble Bath](https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=2082&awinaffid=69421&platform=dl&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.lookfantastic.com%2Fp%2Fopi-nail-lacquer-sheer-pink-nail-polish-bubble-bath-15ml%2F11154459%2F) ##### OPI, £16.60 [ Flag this item ](/user/login?destination=/markdownify/node/54138 "Add product to my favourites") --- ## Plus, How To Keep Your Nails Looking Their Best… “I live by the saying: ‘Treat your nails like jewels, not tools.’ Avoiding using them to open packages or pick off labels. Another tip is to always use a good quality top coat to give the nails a plump effect – my favourite is [Essie Gel Couture](https://www.essie.co.uk/base-and-top-coats/top-coats/gel-couture-top-coat) which creates a really glossy, gel-like finish.” *– Julia* “Bolder colours such as reds, blacks and cobalt blues tend to stay looking fresh for the longest. This is partly because they maintain their impact as they wear, whereas lighter or more neutral shades can show subtle changes or wear a little more easily. Avoid letting chemicals and cleaning products come into contact with your nails as these can dull the shine and affect the polish. Even things like fragrance can gradually take away some of that glossy finish. For traditional polish, I’d recommend applying a fresh layer of top coat every couple of days to keep the nails looking fresh, glossy and protected for longer.” *– Saskia* *Follow* [@BYLAURENMARIJA](https://www.instagram.com/bylaurenmarija/), [@PAINTEDBYJOOLS](https://www.instagram.com/paintedbyjools/) *&* [@SASKIAFENWICK](https://www.instagram.com/saskiafenwick/) > [View this post on Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/reel/DdavrkWs-No/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_campaign=loading)[A post shared by SheerLuxe (@sheerluxe)](https://www.instagram.com/reel/DdavrkWs-No/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_campaign=loading) [ Sign in to comment with your SheerLuxe profile ](/user/login?destination=)Or continue to comment as a Guest below [View the discussion thread.](http://sheerluxe-dev.disqus.com/) *more from* Beauty [View All Beauty](/beauty) ![The Ultimate Brow Tips & Tricks From An 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