✔ Key Takeaways

✓ Jeans and slides are a flawless duo for late summer and early autumn, and we’ve found the perfect pedicure to complement this look.

✓ Dark shades — deep blue, berry, or black — look incredibly stylish when paired with sandals and denim.

Cooler days have arrived sooner than expected. While there may still be occasional warm days ahead, it’s the perfect time to start thinking about updating your autumn wardrobe.

The good news is that the ideas for this transitional season are simply fantastic. And although it’s still early to choose the main “in-between-season” trend, one thing is already clear: the jeans-and-slides combo confidently holds the lead.

Since this style is currently at the peak of popularity, we’ll guide you on which pedicure will become the perfect accent for your outfit or a versatile choice for early autumn. While your feet are still on display, it’s the perfect time to give them some care and enjoy a small pre-winter beauty ritual.

The ideal polish is a deep, dark, and slightly mysterious shade that creates a feeling of coziness and warmth, while still being bold enough to show off your feet. We particularly love deep blue, but berry or rich black tones work beautifully as well.

Paired with summer sandals and long pants, this shade evokes the special atmosphere of a beach day: too chilly for swimming, but perfect for strolling along the salty shore in a cozy cashmere sweater. Imagine an iced pumpkin latte, a light jacket at lunch, and sunbeams warm enough to make you want to take it off.

The energy of this look is expressed more in a calm daytime atmosphere than at girly parties or nightclubs—for example, during a lazy day with a blueberry-cream frappuccino in hand. A perfect visual reference here is the photoshoot for the Dixie Chicks’ Fly album cover, which became an iconic moment for early 2000s denim and footwear.

At the recent Copenhagen Fashion Week, the streets were filled with girls wearing jeans and slides. Scandinavian style values brightness without excessive fuss, and dark blue nails add an unexpected yet cozy touch to the look. The combination of jeans and slides creates a sense of harmony and ease, reflecting a relaxed yet thoughtfully curated style.

For autumn, this trend is a true gem: incredibly simple and quick to pull off. All you need is your favorite dark nail polish!

We recommend opting for a classic dark blue shade. For those who love berry tones, a deep, almost black purple is worth considering — it perfectly fits the autumn palette and adds a touch of mystery to your look.

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