Can't Pick Just One Fall Neutral? The 'Box Of Chocolates' Nail Trend Is For You

Neutral nails have come a long way from plain, single-toned manicures or classic French tips. A new nail trend has emerged that is as diverse and delectable as a box of chocolates. This trend brings a rich palette of neutral gradients perfect for fall and beyond. So what are "box of chocolates" nails?

According to Chanel nail artist Betina Goldstein, neutral shades are something she uses "almost every shoot/red carpet event," (via Instagram). Colors might vary depending on your version of neutral, but traditionally, it's a mix of creams, browns, beige, and taupes. However, it can generally include every hue as long as you choose a muted shade. In this case, pick any tint of exuberant chocolate that suits your fancy for the perfect fall manicure.

Gone are the days of repetitive and boring manicures. Instead, these enticing assortments of brown and off-white polishes are gracing the fingertips of nail enthusiasts everywhere, creating a delightful and mouthwatering trend. It's time to indulge in the irresistible charm of assorted chocolate nails.

You can create a groovy retro look by combining color-blocking, French tips, and florets to rock another cozy fall version of the box of chocolates trend. This version features ample shades of brown and neutral polish, finished with a glossy coat. To level up the overall look, you can also pair it with solid gold jewelry that complements the tones of this manicure really well.

Hey there, milk chocolate lovers! We've got a manicure here with your name on it. This design uses creamy shades of vanilla and chestnut, along with a barely-there stripe of silvery glitter, to create a look that's both chic and understated. The wavy art featured on the nails uses color-blocking to enhance the contrast of the chocolate tones, ensuring that this manicure is both eye-catching and elegant.

In this nail art design, a mix of tan and cream shades is used to create a subtle floral pattern. The nails are rounded for a softer look and finished with a clear coat to give a dainty and girly feel. You can also add an extra tone to the French tips, which blends all the caramel-choc colors together beautifully.

If you've been following the latest neutral nail trends, you can't have missed chocolate milk French tips. Indulge in the mesmerizing swirls of chocolate and nude hues that have been seamlessly blended together to create a fresh and trendy twist on classic French nails. The classy neutral shades used in this lacquer manicure really produce a pretty yet clean finish.

Somewhere along your nail journey, you might've already encountered the classy half-moon nail hack. You know, the one where you use some reinforced office stickers and peel them off for that satisfying sharp finish? Well, if you want to put it to the test with the box of chocolates trend, this manicure's undoubtedly a fun choice. Pick your shades, and apply your stickies. Peel, and you've got a simple salon finish for half the price.

You can create these chic marble nails with a myriad of at-home hacks. The simplest technique requires two colors, two paint brushes, and some plastic wrap for creating a marble texture with your mixed colors. And here, as you can see, just by adding to one featured nail, it instantly elevates the box of chocolates look. Just imagine wrapping your fingers around a warm cup of coffee on a crisp autumn day. Now, imagine those same soothing hues of chocolate, coffee, and cream adorning your nails in a stunning manicure.

This sweet addition to our list is another stunning take on a typical French manicure with a delicious twist. The chocolatey colors used in this design are a perfect fit for our list, but what really makes it stand out is the unique alternation between see-through and block-colored nails. Plus, the latte-art style flourish adds an extra touch of elegance that's sure to turn heads.

#Candynails is apparently already a trend on TikTok, and we're not surprised. There's just something about this sweet craze that's hard not to admire, no matter the season or occasion. The box of chocolates addition is a perfect example of this. There's so much room for creativity in the designs of these long square cuts. Overall, these gel nails coated in chocolate colors are a fun and unique way to showcase fall neutrals in style.