I'm Calling It: This Shade of Green Is Autumn's Most-Elevated Nail Trend

by Grace Lindsay

If there's one thing I'm excited about this season, it has to be autumn nails. From chic brown nail polish shades to deep burgundy finishes, I'm all about those richer, darker, more elevated colours for the colder months. However, if you're a little bored of these classic shades, then I think I have just the nail colour for you. Say hello to olive green.

That's right, not only do olives make a delicious snack, but they happen to make a pretty chic nail colour too. This beautiful green hue just screams autumn to me, and I know that it will elevate any outfit. Don't just take my word for it, as I've been seeing lots of fashionable ladies on my Instagram feed opting for this nail colour for autumn and beyond. In fact, the hashtag #olivegreennails has a whopping one million views and counting on TikTok.

There's something so stylish about the shade, and although it is technically a little bit more colourful than your go-to neutrals, the muted finish makes it so easy to wear. I am very excited to give this colour a go on my next visit to the nail salon, and if you're looking for some inspiration, then keep on scrolling for some of my favourite olive green nail looks. Trust me, they are not to be missed...

Olive Green Nail Trend Inspiration:

@iramshelton short olive green nails

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Such a classic, timeless look.

@monikh dark olive green nails

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I love how this colour perfectly compliments the tones in this autumnal outfit.

@iramshelton olive green French tip nails

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Don't want a full olive green mani? Opt for French tips instead.

@themaniclub light olive green nails

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Such a stunning shade.

@betina_goldstein olive nail art

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Ok, this is officially the coolest manicure I have ever seen. Forget the olive green colour and go all out with olive nail art instead.

@buffcs classic olive green nails

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A glossy finish makes this shade stand out.

@monikh olive green pedicure

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Yes that's right, olive green also makes a great pedicure colour.

@iramshelton olive green nail art

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I love this fun nail art.

@themaniclub glossy olive green manicure

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So elevated.

@monikh selfie with olive green nails

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Burnt orange and olive green might just be my new favourite colour combo.

The Best Olive Green Nail Polishes To Shop Now:

Essie Expressie 320 Precious Cargo Go Green Nail Polish
Essie
Expressie 320 Precious Cargo Go Green Nail Polish
£8
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I think I've found the perfect olive green shade from Essie.

Sephora Color Hit Long Lasting Nail Polish in L191 Into The Wild
Sephora
Color Hit Long Lasting Nail Polish in L191 Into The Wild
£4 £3
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For something a little darker, I love this olive hue from Sephora, and the nail polish is currently on sale.

H&M Nail Polish in Ouch My Cactus!
H&M
Nail Polish in Ouch My Cactus!
£4
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Looking for an affordable olive green shade? You can't go wrong with H&M.

Nails Inc Waiting in Westminster Quick Drying Nail Polish
Nails Inc
Waiting in Westminster Quick Drying Nail Polish
£8
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Another great, slightly darker option from Nails Inc. This will look so chic throughout the whole of autumn.

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