Now that fall is here, it’s time to start planning for Halloween—nails included. From long, sharp talons dipped in red lacquer to minimalist black accents, fudgy chocolate browns, and themed nail art, it’s important to keep things chic, rather than veering into theatrical
Nail artists know a thing or two about impactful Halloween nail designs—especially given their A-list clients’ desire to outdo one another with their costumes these days. Below, we’ve handpicked designs that marry style with the appropriate amount of spookiness. Whether you’re a Heidi Klum-level Halloween obsessive or simply enjoy a small nod to the season, here’s how to get involved.
Glossy Noir
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Flame Skull
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Bugs Galore
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Celestial Gold
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Clear Night
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Chrome Flame
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Monster Mash
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Friendly Ghosts
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Jelly Texture
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Chrome Checkerboard
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Neon Green
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Dripping Blood
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Matte Ribbon
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Halloween Pinks
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Cute Aggression
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Aura Nails
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Spooky Details
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Chic Skeletons
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Negative Space
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Orange Pumpkins
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Tarot Reading
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Gory Details
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Red Hot
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Total Square
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Black Cat
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Spooky Colors
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Transitional Art
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Galactic Silver
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Spidey Senses
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Animal Instinct
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Vampire Fangs
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Haunted Eyes
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Heart Stitches
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Black and Red Drip
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Peeking Out
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Mix Match
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French Ghosting
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Pumpkin Half Moons
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Cosmic Powers
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Blue Webs
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Haute Couture
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Glowing Neon
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If you’ve ever wanted to try glow-in-the-dark nails, Halloween is the ideal time to try it. These nails use glow powder that looks translucent under normal light and then turns a cool neon turquoise once it goes dark.
