3 fall pedicure colors I keep coming back to (and the heels for each)
Cherry, cat eye or black French: fall toes, sorted.
Every October I swear I'm keeping my summer white pedi. Every October I cave by week two. Fall toes just hit different, so here are the three colors I keep coming back to this season, and the heels I'd pair with each.
1. Glossy dark cherry (with a little sparkle)
- Deep cherry red reads rich and grown-up, and it looks amazing on a tan that's starting to fade.
- Keep it glossy. A high-shine top coat is what makes a dark shade look fresh instead of heavy.
- The fun part: a tiny crystal toe ring on one toe. It's the smallest detail and it makes the whole pedi feel finished.
- Polish: a classic lacquer like OPI (pick a deep cherry shade) does it. Want it to last weeks? A gel kit with a UV light is what I'd grab.
- Best with: red pumps or barely-there strappy sandals. For similar styles, look at these pointed red stiletto pumps or strappy ankle-strap sandals.
2. Burgundy cat eye
- Cat-eye polish has that magnetic shimmer that moves when the light hits it. On toes it's subtle, which is exactly why it works.
- Best with: anything black or metallic. Sparkly platform heels are a similar style that leans right into the shimmer.
3. Black French tip
- The French you already love, just moodier. Keep the tips skinny so it looks sharp, not costume-y.
- Best with: black patent platforms, full stop. It's the most-loved combo on my page. Similar styles: classic black stiletto pumps or platform heels.
At-home fall pedi, the quick version
- File rough spots with a two-sided foot file, then a little cuticle oil.
- Foam toe separators in, two thin coats, glossy top coat.
- Dark shades show every smudge, so clean up the edges with a brush dipped in remover before it sets.
- Heels all night? Ball-of-foot gel cushions are a lifesaver.
Your vote
Cherry, burgundy cat eye or black French? Tell me on my latest pedi post. More heels and pedicure picks are on my shop page, and if you're still deciding between the classics, here's white pedi vs French tip.
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