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Enter your quiet luxury era with these burgundy nails

3y By Staff Bona

Spoiler alert: it’s burgundy.

Burgundy and maroon are everywhere, and they have been since last year. They’re set to be the go-to colours for autumn fashion this year – and you can bet we’ll be seeing a lot of red and burgundy manicures this year too. To me, burgundy nails are the epitome of quiet luxury style.

Don’t believe me? Just look at what’s been trending on TikTok and Instagram, you’ll see how popular, and chic, burgundy nails are. Even better, take a peek at these burgundy nail ideas I’ve rounded up!

Burgundy French nails

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Ombre red nails

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Wavy reds

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Stacked French art

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Metallic maroon

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Compiled by: Jade McGee

Also see: WATCH: TikToker shares her affordable makeup essentials

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