Autumn Nights & Mani Delights

Transform your salon for the ultimate girls’ night hangout, complete with decor, playlists, and seasonal treats that will woo current and potential clients alike.

BY GELISH

09.10.25

Everyone loves a good party, and taking advantage of the fall season is the perfect time to treat your clients to a little extra fun. Tap into the aspects of autumn that we all love—crisp air, cozy sweaters and pumpkin, well, everything—and transform your salon into the ultimate girls’ fall hangout for an evening. Lure guests with snacks and drinks (after all, everyone loves free food) and then introduce them to your services and staff. Whether you’re looking to attract new faces or treat your loyal regulars, this is the perfect opportunity to blend self-care and community with a seasonal soiree.

1. Set the Scene

It doesn’t take much to give your salon a warm and cozy glow. If you can, dim your lights or only turn on a few throughout the salon. Then, add flameless candles or string lights around the space to create soft lighting. Place mini pumpkins and bundles of cinnamon sticks, and dried flowers on surfaces throughout for a fall touch. If you have a waiting area, you can add a plaid throw and velvet pillows. Light a scented candle or diffuser to pump out cozy notes like vanilla, clove, or apple cider.

Pro Tip: Create a dedicated photo spot with a balloon arch and/or a chalkboard for an extra Instagrammable touch.

2. Create a Playlist

Music playing in the background sets the tone for your party, but make sure it’s not too loud as to disrupt conversation. Create a fall-friendly mix that keeps the energy high and the vibes cozy, think: a mix of acoustic hits, feel-good pop, and throwback R&B. Try:
“Yellow” by Coldplay
“Thought You Should Know” by Morgan Wallen
“Cardigan” by Taylor Swift
“Put Your Records On” by Ritt Momney

“Falling” by Harry Styles

3. Get Refreshments Ready

When it comes to food and drink, you don’t need a full catering setup; just a few thoughtful snacks will go a long way. Pick up a few seasonal treats like mini apple cider donuts, maple cookies, or pumpkin muffins, and maybe some fresh fruit and mixed nuts. Then create a cute display by purchasing tiered plates from Amazon or even using what you have at home, displaying cake plates and decorative serving plates at different heights to create a tablescape. Don’t forget mini bottles of water and perhaps a signature drink like sparkling cider or spiced sangria—alcoholic or not. (Note: if you do offer an alcoholic option, be sure to monitor it so no one is over-served.) A few more decorative pumpkins and fall napkins, and you’re all set!

4. The Star of the Evening: Seasonal Manicures

Unveil a special menu of limited-time, fall-inspired nail designs at your event to create buzz and to give clients a reason to book. Offer special pricing and bundle it as a “Girls’ Night Signature Set” and throw in a mini cuticle oil or hand treatment as a gift-with-purchase when they pre-book for the service. Then, give guests a taste of what they’ll receive by offering mini manis during the evening. Feature the fall Gelish and Morgan Taylor collection, Living Our Life, and consider offering a simple art option, like this one created by Gelish nail artist Erin Eng:

1. Apply Morgan Taylor Stick With It Base Coat.

2. Then apply two coats of Morgan Taylor Hit The Hotspot & allow them to dry.

3. Apply Morgan Taylor Mattes A Wrap Matte Top Coat on the desired area for the gold foil application.

4. Press down the gold foil to ensure an even surface.

5. Finish with Morgan Taylor Need For Speed Top Coat.