I usually keep my nails on the shorter side for Thanksgiving. A short and sweet Thanksgiving manicure makes it easy to prepare, cook, and clean up during the holiday.
If you’re the same way, check out these amazing nail design ideas for short nails. They are pretty, festive and perfect for your favorite November holiday!



Source: @nailsbyrachael
I love this cute and seasonal Thanksgiving manicure. Chocolate brown nails are a lovely color, but of course the turkey accent nail is the real highlight.
If you love this look as much as I do, you can recreate it with this set of fall nail stickers that has a variety of adorable turkeys to choose from!


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Everything about this short nail manicure is fun and so appropriate for the Thanksgiving season. I love the variety of fall colors, especially this gorgeous green.
Sweet fall designs add just the right touch of whimsy to your festive Thanksgiving celebration.


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Don’t you think these turtle tips are so beautiful? Tortoiseshell nails and unique French tips are some of my favorite manicure elements, so of course I think this nail set is absolutely amazing!
If you’re looking for a chic, sophisticated manicure for Thanksgiving, you can’t go wrong with this one.


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Foxes are my favorite fall animals, so I’m a big fan of this manicure! The oranges and browns are perfect for Thanksgiving and the sweet fox accent nail is so cute.
If you want to add a fox accent to your Thanksgiving manicure, you will have excellent options with this set of stickers.


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Looking for an extra special manicure for your Thanksgiving celebration this year? If so, I’m sure you’ll love this sparkling.
The colors are perfect for fall and will add tons of pizzazz to your look.


Source: @polished.by.diana
This set of nails is so adorable, don’t you think? I love perfect seasonal colors and designs.
This burgundy shade is amazing for Thanksgiving. If you like it, you can get a similar one here.


Source: @nailsby_dunia
This amazing manicure is sure to get you noticed and get tons of compliments at Thanksgiving dinner. I love a soft, swirly and elegant manicure and this one uses brown and orange which are perfect for the holiday.


Source: @alinerivabenenails
I love this bright Thanksgiving manicure, how about you? The turkey highlights are just adorable and I love this bright orange shade.
You can get a similar polish here.


Source: @thenailwitch.destiny
Brown chrome is one of my favorite manicures for the fall season and I love it for Thanksgiving. It’s elegant, eye-catching and so sophisticated!


Source: @naileditbybrandi
I’m obsessed with how this nail set combines some of the best elements of a good Thanksgiving manicure. From the leafy nail accents and fall burgundy color to the touch of glitter, everything about it is delightful to look at.


Source: @natulonails
Beautiful flowers are a cornerstone of any Thanksgiving celebration, and you can incorporate them into your holiday manicure. The shades of white and coffee here are excellent fall colors and the dainty florals add just the right amount of specialness to this set of nails.


Source: @gelxnailartist
Fall leaves are a staple of Thanksgiving manicures, and these swirly and intricate ones are super elegant. Adding beautiful gold crystals to your leaf manicure will make it perfect for a glamorous Thanksgiving dinner.
If you need some for your holiday manicure, I love this set of crystals for nails.


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You really can’t go wrong with choosing a good shade of brown or a tortoiseshell design for your Thanksgiving nails. This one perfectly combines these two fall ideas for a wonderful manicure.


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Here’s another stunning Thanksgiving manicure that combines beautiful brown with the turtle nail trend. The dark chocolate shade used here is so sophisticated and the accented tortoiseshell nail adds just the right amount of visual interest to this lovely set of nails.


Source: @charlotteellennails
Brown isn’t the only classic fall color you can incorporate into a beautiful Thanksgiving manicure. This lovely set of nails uses a lovely shade of orange and a stunning tortoise shell accent for a memorable Thanksgiving manicure.


Source: @nolen.nailspa
These brown and yellow matte nails are amazing colors for Thanksgiving. Eye-catching and intricately painted yellow, orange and brown color accents elevate this into something truly unforgettable.


Source: @freshfeet_fishspa
Want an elegant yet understated manicure this Thanksgiving? If so, you should consider this gorgeous brown/nude combo.
The colors look great together and the minimalist accents are super chic. As a bonus, this set of nails will go with almost any Thanksgiving outfit you decide to wear!


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Want to add some variety to your Thanksgiving manicure? I know you will get inspired by this brilliantly designed nail kit!
There’s a little bit of everything, including a sweet black and white polka dot accent nail, a charming bow design, starbursts, a chic French tip, and a bright orange and subtle nude color block accent.
Every nail is different, but they all go so well!


Source: @alyssanailtech
This gorgeous Thanksgiving manicure combines some fall elements, including swirling leaves, little acorns, and lots of orange. I love a cute but simple manicure, especially for shorter nails, and this one fits the bill perfectly.


Source: @gelnailsbymisae
If you like a gorgeous, eye-catching manicure that still manages to be simple and understated in all its elegance, you should check out this stunning set of nails. Combines orange french tips with beautiful autumn leaves for a subtle yet chic look.
I love everything about this one and think it’s so brilliant that the leaf designs are applied in the middle of each nail so they can take center stage!


Source: @echolunails
You might not normally think of blue and white as traditional Thanksgiving colors, but this set of nails shows how to use them while maintaining your seasonal look.
Blue pumpkins paired with white backgrounds, blue and white checkered nails, and plenty of orange make for a lovely and festive Thanksgiving manicure.






