Created by: @kseniakost

When you think of feminine nail art, a few things probably come to mind -- like pink or red nail polish, and maybe even a little bling if you're feeling exuberant. While we love quintessentially girly nails, sometimes we like to wear something that's just as delicate, but a bit more understated -- and unexpected.

Russian nail artist kseniakost created this dainty and chic nail design using China Glaze Nail Lacquer in Don't Honk Your Horn and MoYou London Nail Stamps in Hipster 06. Who needs the frills and lace to show off your girly side, when you've got a lattice nail design that is equally eye-catching -- and even matches your morning latte? Basic? Maybe. Chic AF? Oh, yeah.

Created by: @aliciatnails

OK, truth time: It's hard for us to think about French manicures without conjuring housewives, sorority girls and brides from the '90s. However, over the past few seasons, we've been seeing new interpretations that make the manicure cool again. Case in point: This colorful French manicure created by OPI manicurist Alicia Torello for Creatures of Comfort at NYFW. It's simple, clean and colorful, with an unexpected geometric element that takes things up a notch. To steal the look, simply swipe on and alternate using OPI Nail Lacquer in Stay Off the Lawn, Eurso Euro, Unequivocally Crimson, My Twin Mimmy and Charged Up on your tips, and lock in the polish with a top coat (we love OPI Top Coat). Finish the trendy look with a gold triangle decal at the base of the nail.

Created by: @formulaxnail

There's nothing quite like nail art that's as effortless as it is chic. After all, most of us are not blessed with the dexterity of a professional manicurist. So when a striking, minimalist nail design, like this look from Formula X, pops up in our Instagram feed, we take note.

The neat swipes of polish create a put-together look, while the moody color scheme captures the melancholy-tinged transition from summer to fall. To copy this nail art, use Formula X Nail Polish #ColorCurators: Atlantic Pacific Edition in Atlantic Mist, Pacific Haze, and Taken by Storm. The post-summer blues never looked so good.

Created by: @so_nailicious

Remember when we thought nail art was a passing trend? Each season, some beauty publication (ours, included) would proclaim that the fad was (finally!) over. Fast-forward a few years, and it's become clear that nail art is less a flash in the pan and more a question of choice -- like lipstick versus lip gloss. Some designs are way out there, while others are more minimalist. This bold chevron nail art, created by so_nailicious, falls somewhere in between.

To recreate the on-trend-for-fall maroon and rose gold design, try Say It With Polish Nail Polish in Birthday Suit, Late Night in the Office, and Wine and Shine (pictured here with a cheeky personalized message to all the haters out there).

Pro tip: Use nail art tape (we like Kiss Design Perfection Tip Guides) to get clean straight lines.

Created by: @chroma_nails

What typically completes your look? A statement necklace? A flashy handbag? Maybe slinky stilettos? While our closet has plenty to offer, we believe a killer manicure can also majorly upgrade an ensemble -- and these blue nails are the perfect fall-fashion accessory.

Chroma_nails created her Sunday morning manicure using Essie Nail Polish in Butler Please and Sand Tropez, and swiped on Essie Call It Even Top Coat to avoid chips.

The neutral polish combined with striking royal blue creates a nice, subtle contrast, and the clean moon-shaped design gives the impression you've got your sh*t together. If cobalt blue isn't your jam, switch out the shade for a color more prevalent in your closet. *Frantically searches for black nail polish.*