45 Halloween Nail Art Ideas 2021

Talk about an accent nail that will stand out. Bring an all-black mani to the next level with a bright orange pumpkin on your ring finger.

If you aren’t one to shy away from edgy looks, a pointy, glossy french tip on coffin-shaped black matte nails looks so cool — and it’s totally unexpected.

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Thin, dainty spiderwebs dancing all over your nails are perfect when paired with a witch, warlock or wizard costume.

Matte black nails are already cool, but add a golden orange foil that resembles a flame, and they’re absolutely striking.

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Channel Snow White with these apple-inspired accent nails. Keep the rest of the nails dark and mysterious with deep red glitter.

Playful cartoon ghosts and beasts add the perfect amount of spunk to your fingertips. Keep the base neutral so the designs steal the show.

Whether you’re a Slytherin or just a snake charmer, bring serpents to the tips of your fingers with these chic, coiling tips.

Creepy crawlers look more cute than creepy with this this fun, funky nail look. Add metallics for extra edge.

Frankenstein fans who dig negative space nails will love this minimalist French manicure.

Keep most of your nails simple with a French manicure outlined with a stitch, and pick a couple of accent nails to add a creepy mummy or skull.

Give a matte black mani an even edgier twist with these blood dripping, seasonally-appropriate details, achieved with just two colors — just make sure to give your nails plenty of time to dry.

Ace potions class with these matte tips featuring bottled witch’s brews. These will look just right with a gnarled broom and bubbling cauldron.

Give your black polish a creepy-cool upgrade with a dark red to black ombré — it’s a subtle nod to Halloween without being too over the top.

These stunning designs will make anyone want to howl at the moon — each nail showcases a different moon cycle, from crescent to full. These may look tricky, but you can try them at home with a sponge stamp and a steady hand.

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Orange is always a seasonally appropriate color — but it’s made even more holiday-ready with a ghostly twist. To get small, detailed ghost doodles, try nail stickers.

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Alternate between pumpkin-orange and deep black, but add fun twists by stenciling in little ghosts and spiderwebs.

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Combine two of Halloween’s creepiest motifs — spiderwebs and splattered blood — with these ultra creepy nails.

Make sure your nails are the star of the show with tons of neon nail art. For the most enchanting effect, make each nail different.

This season’s biggest nail trend might be the modern French manicure, which takes the classic and puts a fun spin on it, like with this fun cobweb mani.

You don’t have to be Cruella to rock this puppy print, but if you want to dress up like her for Halloween, these nails will help you look the part.

A glitter gradient amps up the holiday vibes of any Halloween outfit. This super subtle mani will still look right at home long after Halloween is over.

Make your nails look like broken glass with this spin on a French manicure. Keep your nails bare and glossy for a mirror effect (but don’t worry — you won’t get seven years of bad luck).

Coffin shaped nails look fun and festive with glittery nail designs in burnt orange and gold.

At first glance, these nails look like a regular black manicure, but on further inspection, you can tell that they’re covered in glossy black cobwebs. Go for a sharp point to make these even more Halloween-ready.

If you’re hoping for Halloween-inspired nails but still want to keep a pop of pink, these are the nails for you. Use traditional Halloween colors but add in a few splashes of pink for a girly manicure.

Swampy green gets a chic makeover when it’s painted onto long, stiletto-shaped nails.

Not everybody likes over-the-top nail art, even on Halloween. To keep things basic yet glam, simply trace the bottom of your nails as well as the tips using contrasting colors.

Because it’s not Halloween without The Nightmare Before Christmas.

We like to think the Bride of Frankenstein would rock these ghoulish nails. Join her ranks.

This one is for the Harry Potter fans. Show your loyalty to the fandom with the golden snitches and the deathly hallows.

Whether you’re a Batman fan or just want to feature the festive mammals on your tips, these nails are subtle and chic.

Amethyst tones make this manicure pop. Accentuate the jewel-like tips with Halloween designs like black cats and bat wings.

I spy with my little eye one adorable nail art idea. Use a nail brush to put these little peepers on your manicure.

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Feed me, Seymour! Film-buffs will recognize these nails — they’re inspired by everyone’s favorite darkly funny musical, Little Shop of Horrors.

If you’re not a big nail art person but you still want to infuse some holiday spirit into your tips, try this ultra-subtle manicure in matte black.

Halloween isn’t just about creepy crawlers and blood splatters — it’s also intrinsically filled with magic. These sorcery-inspired nails will make sparks fly.

If you don’t want a traditional Halloween manicure, go for a deep red design with lots of sharp edges to stand out.

If you prefer simplicity to complex designs, try a modern look that features classic orange and black.

Matte, dark and super mysterious — everyone will be asking where you got your nails done with this eerie manicure.

This chic orange-and-black manicure looks just as great in Instagram photos (hint, hint) as it does IRL.

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If you don’t want to file your nails to sharp little points but love the creepy look of talons, try painting on a nude base color, then add a dark triangular design overtop. Instant drama (in a good way).

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