21 Thanksgiving Nail-Art Designs That You'll Actually Want to Wear

Chrome nails are still going strong this season, and if you love the idea of Thanksgiving nails but want to opt for a more pared-down look, we'd suggest going for a fun brown or tan shade. This example is a milk chocolate brown.

If you don't want your nails to scream Thanksgiving in anyway, opt for a autumnal-colored set that features different popular nail-art trends. This manicure includes metallic, tortoise, and aura designs in brown and orange hues.

Yes, french manicures are everywhere, but why not go for a fun twist with your Thanksgiving nail design? This example has different autumn tones with sparkles.

This french manicure with an orange tip and gold stars feels Thanksgiving without being too themed. This example also features fun stars.

Go for a subtle Thanksgiving-themed design by incorporating checkered print. Do it on all of your nails or maybe just an accent finger.

Fall and leaves are synonymous. This Thanksgiving nail design features shiny leaf appliqués on each nail and an orange frecnh tip.

Who doesn't like a good slice of pie? Give your Thanksgiving nails a yummy upgrade with a different pie design on each finger.

If you prefer more subdued Thanksgiving nails, opt for classic brown nails and a simple design, like the one seen here, for nails that are festive and still glam.

This floral Thanksgiving manicure has a mix of nail art and solid polish for a fun look. You can go with orange like this person did or opt for a different fall color.

Throw some gold foil onto a autumnal-shade manicure and you have yourself an easy Thanksgiving look. Say hello to the perfect Thanksgiving nails.

Thanksgiving nails equal turkey nail art. Have your manicure be the center of attention with this adorably festive design. Opt to do the turkey on all of your nails or just one.

These stunning Thanksgiving nails put a festive spin on the french tip. Keep your seasonal nail art just at the tip of your nails for a similar effect.

Nothing screams Thanksgiving like good fall foliage. Add some colorful leaf decals to your nails if you can't make the scenic drive of your dreams this year.

Accent nails add a pop of fun to any manicure. Make sure your Thanksgiving nails incorporate your favorite sayings or characters for a look that feels uniquely personal.

If you aren't into Thanksgiving nail art, why not go for a fun shade like this burnt orange? It reminds us of pumpkin pie.

Incorporate classic designs into your Thanksgiving nail ideas with bold colors like this candy-corn-themed nail set. It's a fun take on the trend that isn't so literal.

Thanksgiving dinner is arguably one of the best parts of the day. Relay your excitement for the main event by incorporating designs of traditional Thanksgiving foods into your nail-art theme.

Take a minimal manicure up a notch by adding a classic leaf design on each finger for a standout Thanksgiving nail look. Use a nude base so you can make sure the Thanksgiving nail art really shines.

For Thanksgiving nail art that pops, opt for a different, seasonal design on each finger. This example features a turkey, a pumpkin, and more, but you could opt for anything that reminds you of Thanksgiving.

Give your Thanksgiving nails a sultry edge by using a deep nail color as a base before adding your preferred nail-art designs. The dark background makes the nail art stand out even more.

There was nothing quite like watching Saturday-morning cartoons as a child. Capture that feeling of nostalgia by getting your favorite holiday-cartoon-inspired nail art incorporated into your Thanksgiving nails.

Emily Orofino was a former editor for PS Beauty.

Renee Rodriguez is a staff writer and social producer for PS. She writes across all verticals, but her main areas of expertise focus on fashion and beauty content with an emphasis on reviews and editor experiments. She also produces social content for the PS TikTok and Instagram accounts.