Thanksgiving can get super busy and chaotic at my house, which is why I love to keep my nails simple and cute for the holiday. If you can relate, I know that you will be wowed by this list of super cute, simple, and elegant Thanksgiving nail design ideas.

1. Pumpkins, Plaid, and Plenty of Brown

Source: @gypsy.nail.girl

If you are looking for a super classic, yet adorable, Thanksgiving manicure, something like this with pumpkins, plaid, and beautiful brown would look amazing on you. Everything about this is cute and fun.

If you want to recreate this, you can get a similar set of short press-on nails here!

2. Cozy Plaid and Leaf Manicure

Source: @nailsxtori

Here is another simple and cute manicure that uses plenty of traditional fall elements including plaid, leaves, orange, and brown. This one is elegant yet adorable.

I particularly love the touches of glittery polish on this manicure, which make it a bit extra special!

Check out these other fall nail designs!

3. Chocolate Brown and Turkey Accent Nails

Source: @nailsbyrachael

Chocolate brown is a go-to color in my fall nail polish palette. It is just so fitting for the season, don’t you agree?

This manicure adds a turkey accent nail to elevate a classic chocolate brown manicure into something cute and lovely for Thanksgiving dinner. You can add some Thanksgiving charm to any fall manicure with these cute fall stickers, which include a great selection of cute turkeys!

4. Orange Plaid and Pumpkin Pie

Source: @makailasmanis

Everything about this set of nails is so much fun, don’t you agree? The plaid orange nails and pumpkin accents are classic and, of course, that pumpkin pie accent nail is just super!

5. Chocolate Brown Matte with Glossy Tips

Source: @nailsxnior

I love a matte/glossy combo manicure, don’t you? This one is done in chocolate brown which would be perfect for any Thanksgiving dinner.

If you need a good chocolate polish to use this fall, you can get one here!

6. Glamorous Gold Leafy Nails

Source: @mroyalnailsand

I love this super pretty set of glamorous gold nails. The fall colors used here are perfect for Thanksgiving and the gorgeous leaf designs done in gold make this one super special.

7. Orange and White with Intricate Nail Art

Source: @uptown_nail_salon

The orange and white polishes used on this Thanksgiving manicure are lovely. I am also obsessed with the autumnal designs.

They are so intricate, don’t you agree?

8. Understated Swirly Fall Nail Art

Source: @nailsby_dunia

Here is another beautiful example of lovely nail art for Thanksgiving manicures. This one is simple with brown, orange, and nude polishes and simple gold swirly designs.

If you need a good gold gel liner polish to recreate this look for your own Thanksgiving manicure, I have this one and love it!

9. Copper Plaid

Source: @thevibenaillounge_

Do you want to add a touch of glamour to your simple and cute Thanksgiving manicure this year? If so, you should consider getting a good copper polish to recreate these lovely nails.

I adore an eye-catching copper manicure and am obsessed with those sweet plaid accent nails!

10. Sweet and Whimsical Designs

Source: @kinova.nail

I love bold colors, and these yellows, greens, and browns are a great fit for Thanksgiving. What I really adore about this manicure, though, are the sweet designs.

From the leaf with a cute little face to the smiling mushroom, happy pumpkin, and little acorn, all the nail art is super adorable!

11. Orange and Gold

Source: @reactionbeauty2383

This simple orange manicure gets a touch of glitz with lovely gold accents. What a special and sweet set of nails for Thanksgiving, don’t you think?

12. Subtle Pie Manicure

Source: @marissa__nails

If you love Thanksgiving pie as much as I do, you should try this pie-themed manicure. It uses muted shades of orange and brown and has an adorable pie accent nail.

13. Glitzy Orange Thanksgiving Manicure

Source: @nailmailbykhlo

This cute glitzy manicure has stunning shades of orange, along with sweet floral accents and a touch of glamour.

If you want to elevate your orange nails into something truly amazing this Thanksgiving, you can get some great nail rhinestones here!

14. Casual Nude & Brown

Source: @vivianmariewong

I adore a chic and casual manicure any time of year, and this nude & brown one would look incredible on you this Thanksgiving. The swirly designs are lovely, and the chocolate brown French tips are so elegant, don’t you think?

15. Minimalistic Thanksgiving Nails

Source: @vip_nails_wausau

Here is another amazing casual manicure perfect for Thanksgiving! This one uses different shades of brown for a gorgeous, understated look.

This great set of polish has several pretty shades of brown that would help you recreate this look for your own Thanksgiving celebration!

16. Acorns and Leaves

Source: @maisonnailsspa

Acorns and leaves are classic fall staples and would look great on any Thanksgiving manicure. This set of nails uses lovely brown and nude shades as the backdrop for cute autumnal nail art.

17. Thanksgiving Almond Nails

Source: @luxurynailsclawson

These almond nails use a variety of gorgeous fall colors. This one is casual, chic, and understated and would look incredible with any outfit you choose to wear this Thanksgiving!

18. Thanksgiving Football Nails

Source: @nailedbystark

Thanksgiving is a time for fun, gratitude, and of course, football! If you are a football fan, I know that you will love this festive manicure.

The brown, orange, and white colors used on this set of nails look lovely together. The simple football accent nail is super cute, and I also adore the sweet addition of a tiny red heart.

19. Glitter and Leaves

Source: @naileditbybrandi

This sparkly, leafy manicure is simple but so pretty. The colors are lovely for Thanksgiving, and the leaf design is so elegant.

I particularly love the sparkly orange accent nails. If you do too, you can get this gorgeous polish to use for your own special Thanksgiving manicure.

20. Eye-Catching Sparkly Thanksgiving Nails

Source: @dips_by_jay

You can’t go wrong adding tons of glitter to your sweet Thanksgiving manicure. This set of nails uses classic fall colors like orange, red, and yellow, and of course, tons of glitter, for a super festive vibe.

To me, this looks like a lush pile of fall leaves, don’t you agree?

These other red nail ideas will get you in the spirit!

21. Brown & White Polka Dot Nails

Source: @salontipntoe

In my opinion, polka dots will make just about any manicure look super cute. This brown manicure gets an adorable upgrade with sweet little white polka dots.

If you are looking for a simple set of nails for your Thanksgiving celebration, I know you will be pleased with this look. If you need a good white gel liner polish to add polka dots to your brown manicure, this one is wonderful!