Although we can’t celebrate Halloween like usual this year, nothing is getting in the way of our festive and spooky manicures. Whether you’re at home eating candy corn on the couch or dressed up at a socially distant gathering, these nail art designs will help you celebrate fall’s most fun holiday, no matter the occasion. From creepy spider webs to bloody vampires, here are 19 Halloween manicures to recreate at home.
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Nails To Die For
Horror movie buffs would kill for this murderer-themed mani. Paint your favorite big screen menace onto sharp stiletto nails for a terrifying Halloween treat.
Design by @fingerbangportland
Bloody Massacre
Carrie, is that you?! If you’re dressing up as the blood-drenched teen queen, match your costume to your nails with this ruby red set. To create this look, use a foil base with red glass gel for a slick and sinister finish.
Design by @asabree
Charlotte’s Web
Spinning this web may look difficult, but this nail design is all about simple white lines. Apply a glittery base coat then use a thin brush to create the web effect. Want some extra pop? Add a rhinestone to the center.
Design by @naominailsnyc
Nail in the Coffin
Coffin nails, literally. Carefully shape your nails with a nail file, then apply a matte black nail polish. Wait for the polish to dry, then add gold accents and lines. Finish off with a clear top coat.
Design by @nail_unistella
Day of the Dead
Dia de los Muertos face paint has been used to death, so why not try it as a nail design? Start with a white matte base color and use a detail brush to create tiny skeletons and flowers.
Design by @lenareitz
The Omen
Black cats are bad luck, but your nails should be safe. Apply a nude base coat and wait to dry. Using a black polish, paint half moons on the side of your nail. Go in with a detail brush to paint ears, whiskers, and eyes.
Design by @lenareitz
Back Stabber
If nails could kill! Paint sharp silver knives onto clear stiletto nails for a murder-worthy mani. Bonus points if you wield your own costume knife.
Design by @nailsbymei
Werewolf Rising
Patiently awaiting the next full moon? From waxing crescent to waning gibbous, the phases of the moon manicure will count down the days until you transform into a Werewolf.
Design by @aliciatnails
Simple Half Moons
For chic and understated Halloween nails, try this minimalist half moon manicure. Not only will it look appropriate for the holiday, but also for the start of November.
Design by @theeditorialnail
Marble Ghost
Create a ghostly apparition on your nails using the marbling technique. Lean into the Halloween theme with a pumpkin orange base color.
Design by @jinsoon
Chic Candy Corn
Candy corn, but make it fashion. Using traditional candy corn colors, paint abstract lines and graphic shapes for a festive yet chic nail look.
Design by @paintboxnails
More is More
Go all in with your nail art and create a different design for each finger. From extraterrestrial aliens to scary skeletons, the possibilities are endless.
Design by @hannahroxit
Haunted Half Moons
A spooky twist on the half moon manicure. Use negative space to create ghost shapes and a ballpoint nail tool for detailing.
Design by @cassmariebeauty
Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice!
Channel Tim Burton and the iconic Beetlejuice suit with black and white stripes. The pattern can be overwhelming, so try it as an accent nail on the ring and pointer fingers.
Design by @nataliepavloskinails
Gradient Pumpkin
Ombre manis are still alive and well in 2020, so why not try the trend for Halloween? Use pastel colors for a softer effect.
Design by @troudelapin
Trick or Treat
Halloween’s favorite candy is also your new favorite nail design. File your nails with an almond shape and create a gradient to mimic candy corn.
Design by @coyarose
Halloween Night
For nail artists with serious painting skills, try this spooky and detailed design featuring cobwebs and candles. If you’re a beginner, you may want to enlist some help from a professional. Design by @coyarose
Monsters Inc.
Blink and you’ll miss this subtle monster nail design. Eyeballs and sharp teeth are hidden among abstract shapes and bright colors for an optical illusion effect.
Design by @cassmariebeauty
Sea Siren
Embrace your inner mermaid with this glittery mani. Start with a shiny teal polish and create scales by painting small half circles.
Design by @hannahroxit
Slime Spider Web
These slime claws and cobwebs are perfect for Halloween. Start by painting your nails a lime green and bright yellow nail color. Then begin creating your unique spider webs, along with the spider.
Design by @nailedwithlove
Bring Out The Claws
Aren’t these claws spooktacular. File your nail in a short stiletto shape. On one hand, begin to ombre your nail from natural blush color to white. On the opposite hand, ombre your from a natural blush color to black. Add a white and black crescent moon to finish the desired look.
Design by @ukiyo_nails
Bloody Hearts
When in doubt, bloody nails are the way to go this spooky season. Begin by filing your nails into an almond shape. Then design your nails by mimicking red blood droplets that flow down your fingernails with red nail polish. To add a bit of flavor, create a red heart droplet on two fingernails of choice.
Design by @witchfacenails
Ghosted
These ghost nails put the boo in boo-feautiful. Carefully file your nails in almond shape. Then, apply a natural base color and then begin to design a mini ghost on each nail.
Design by @xclusivenails
Scream Nails
Do you like scary movies? Get ready to scream for these bloody Mr. Ghostface nails. Start with coffin-shaped nails, then begin to apply matte black nail polish for the base. Add red nail art for the bloody effect, and begin to design half of Mr. Ghostface on the index fingers.
Design by @nailsbymonica
Out of This World
These stiletto Alien Nails are too cute for this world. First, shape your nails accordingly and apply Fuchsia nail color as a base. Then add lime green nail designs along with the face of a lime green alien to your index fingers.
Design by @nailedwithlove
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