The Autumn Nail Edit: Taupe, Brown & Blue

Autumn colour is finding its way back into the manicure chair. This year we’re drawn to shades that feel rich without being heavy: soft taupe, glossy chocolate brown and an unexpected wash of cornflower blue. At Take Time at Cannizaro House in Wimbledon, we have more than 300 colours to explore, so your autumn manicure can be as understated or expressive as you like.

Taupe: the new autumn neutral

Hailey Bieber’s recent creamy taupe manicure has put this quietly elegant shade in the spotlight. Somewhere between nude, grey and brown, taupe is an easy transition from summer’s lighter colours to autumn’s deeper palette. Try it in a high-gloss finish on short, softly rounded nails, or pair it with a delicate tonal French tip. Editorial nail inspiration: Hailey Bieber’s taupe manicure in Vogue.

Chocolate brown and cornflower blue

Brown is back in every shade, from milky coffee to deep chocolate. It looks beautiful as a full-colour manicure, but also makes a refined base for simple nail art. A fine line, a curved French tip or a single contrasting nail can add interest without overwhelming the look.

Cornflower blue brings a fresh note to autumn. It sits beautifully against brown knitwear and makes a striking partner to a chocolate accent or a restrained blue-and-brown design. Bring us a colour reference or inspiration picture and we’ll help find a combination that feels like you.

Which manicure is right for your nails?

A great colour starts with well-cared-for nails. Our Wimbledon manicure menu includes classic polish, Bio Sculpture gel and builder gel options, with the choice guided by your natural nails and the finish you want. If you’re taking a break from colour, our Japanese manicure shapes and buffs the natural nail to a high shine with a paste and powder system — a polished, no-colour look for the season.

With more than 300 shades available at Take Time, you don’t have to choose a trend exactly as you’ve seen it. We can find a taupe that suits your skin tone, a brown with the warmth you prefer, or a blue that feels wearable for every day.

Beautiful summer feet start in autumn

It’s tempting to forget your feet once they disappear into boots. In fact, autumn and winter are the ideal time to keep up regular pedicures and give dry skin and nails some attention. Our pedicure treatments, including Elim MediHeel, can help keep feet feeling cared for through the colder months. You can enjoy a natural finish or choose an autumn shade for toes too. Beautiful summer feet are made while they’re tucked away in winter boots.

For a natural finish, ask for a Japanese pedicure with your Elim MediHeel or Me Time pedicure. Your toenails are left bare, then buffed to a high shine with a paste and powder system. It gives a beautifully polished look without colour.

We recommend massaging Dadi’ Oil onto and around your toenails between visits. The 95% certified organic oil conditions nails and surrounding skin, helping maintain flexibility and shine. You can apply it over and under the nail as part of your daily routine. If a nail is lifting, discoloured or you suspect an infection, seek advice from a pharmacist or podiatrist; an oil is not a treatment for an infection.

Ready for your next manicure or pedicure in Wimbledon? Visit Take Time at Cannizaro House on Wimbledon Common, book online, or message our concierge if you’d like help choosing your treatment or colour.