Ghoulish, but make it glam.
Double, double toil and trouble, something spooky—yet chic—is brewing.
Sculptural skeletons. Vampy claws dipped in glitter. Sparkling black magic-inspired designs. Charming chrome ghosts. No, we’re not reciting a witchy spell; we’re introducing you to some of the season’s coolest nail designs. Swapping out glamour for gore, we’re taking classically creepy and supernatural elements of traditional Halloween manicures to chic new heights.
Ahead, we’ve sourced six sets of Halloween nails that’ll serve as the ultimate mani inspiration for anyone with a taste for the ghoulish this season. Plus, we’ve rounded up the easy-to-use equipment you’ll need to recreate each look. Scroll on if you dare.
Bare Your Bones
Give a classic milky manicure a spooky makeover with this skeleton set. Subtle enough to satisfy even serial manicure minimalists, this barely-there bone design is a safe bet for the Halloween season if you want to go the chic route. By layering thick strokes of white polish to form the “bones” of the look, your final result will be a textured, multi-dimensional manicure that is truly elevated.
To help sculpt the bones of your skeletal mani, reach for a nail art pen or brush like this one from Beetles. With a precision tip, tight bristles, and a flexible brush, you’ll be able to draw on the Halloween nail art of your dreams (or nightmares) with ease.
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Vampy Ombré
Whether you’re more of a Cullen or a classic Dracula, these true blood ombré claws are sure to give off vampire vibes. You can never go wrong with a timeless black manicure during the month of October (or any month, really), but a swipe of deep red polish along the tips gives it a lethal-looking edge that screams Halloween. Incorporate a hint of glamour by using a glittery red polish, and you’ve found the perfect balance of both beauty and…
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