Pumpkin and Gold Leaf Nail Art – Soft Autumn Glow
This warm, seasonal set combines bright pumpkin tones with delicate touches of gold chrome leaf, creating a look that feels festive yet refined.
Painted on short natural nails with a strong builder gel base, this design features hand-painted pumpkins paired with tiny gold leaf accents. The rich orange and subtle shimmer make it perfect for autumn – without going full Halloween.
Whether you love pumpkins, falling leaves, or both, this is a beautiful way to celebrate the season in a way that’s soft, wearable, and creative.
Looking for the perfect autumn nails?
Book your seasonal set at Paintbrush Nails in Callander, Stirling – where each manicure is tailored to suit your personal style.
Want to create your own autumn nail art?
My Autumn Nail Art Workshop includes five wearable, salon-friendly designs taught step by step, with techniques and ideas you can adapt to create your own seasonal looks.
Explore the Autumn Nail Art Workshop →
Nail tech wanting to experiment with chrome?
Chrome can be used for much more than full-cover metallic nails. It’s also a lovely way to add small, detailed accents like the gold leaves in this autumn design. I’ve put together a selection of the tools and accessories I use and recommend for creating different chrome effects.
Shop my Chrome Techniques Kit & Tool Recommendations →
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About the author
Kirsty Brown is a Scottish nail artist and educator and founder of Paintbrush Nails in Callander, Scotland. A qualified Art & Design teacher with a BA (Hons) from Glasgow School of Art, she combines professional nail expertise with a background in creative education, specialising in nail art, nail education and helping nail professionals develop their technical and creative skills.