15 Spooky Halloween Nail Art Ideas (You’ll Want to Try #7!)

If Halloween is your favorite season (and let’s be honest, whose isn’t?), then you already know it’s more than just costumes and candy — it’s a full aesthetic moment.
And what better way to show your spooky spirit than through your nails?

Whether you’re going all-out with fake blood and fangs or keeping things subtle with a ghostly twist, these Halloween nail art ideas will have you ready to snatch compliments like you’re trick-or-treating for them.

So grab your polish, a steady hand (or your favorite nail tech), and let’s get spooky. 👻

1. Bloody Drip Nails — Classic but Creepy

You can never go wrong with the iconic blood-drip look.
Start with a nude or black base and use red gel polish to create the illusion of dripping blood at your tips.

Pro tip: Use a dotting tool for that perfect “drip” effect.
It’s simple, bold, and always gets people asking, “Wait, are those real?” 

2. Black Cat Magic

For something mysterious and cute, black cat nail art is purr-fection.
Think matte black nails with shiny black cat silhouettes, or even tiny yellow eyes peeking from the corner.

This look screams Halloween and works perfectly with an all-black outfit (which, let’s be honest, is a lifestyle).

3. Spider Webs That Slay

Nothing says spooky elegance like a spider web manicure.
Go for a sheer or nude base, then draw fine white or silver webs across your nails.

Bonus points: Add a tiny rhinestone “spider” for a glam twist.
It’s like creepy-cute couture for your fingers. 

4. Pumpkin Spice (and Everything Nice)

Because no Halloween list is complete without pumpkins.
You can paint one accent nail with a pumpkin design — orange with green stems — or go all-in with mini pumpkins on every nail.

Pair with glittery orange polish or burnt copper tones to give that cozy, autumn vibe.
Pumpkin spice latte optional (but highly encouraged). 

5. Skeleton Chic 

Minimal but powerful — skeleton nail art is a Halloween staple.
A black background with crisp white bone patterns looks bold and eerie.

Want to take it up a notch? Try glow-in-the-dark skeleton nails. Add these t-shirts in your attire to look more cool!
They light up when the lights go down — spooky and fun for parties.

6. Haunted House Nails

Imagine tiny haunted mansions, bats flying under a crescent moon, and little tombstones — all painted in micro detail.
Yep, it’s a thing, and it looks incredible.

If you’re not a painter, nail stickers or wraps can help you pull this off without losing your mind (or eyesight).

It’s spooky storytelling, but on your fingertips.

7. Witchy Marble Vibes (The Show-Stopper!)

Okay, you need to try this one.
Picture deep purple and black marble with gold or silver veining — it’s giving “dark sorceress who owns too many crystals.”

Add a hint of shimmer or chrome, and it instantly feels expensive.
IMO, this one wins “most likely to be admired by strangers.” 

8. Candy Corn Gradient

Sweet and nostalgic!
Blend yellow, orange, and white polishes into a soft gradient that mimics candy corn.

It’s cute, non-scary, and super easy to DIY with a sponge.
And hey, if you hate the actual candy (understandable ), at least your nails can be the fun version.

9. Ghost French Tips 

French tips, but make them spooky.
Swap the white tips for tiny ghost faces or soft white swirls.

For a modern twist, use clear polish with white ghost shapes floating mid-nail — subtle yet playful.
Perfect for anyone who wants Halloween nails that don’t scream (pun intended) “horror movie extra.”

10. Glittery Graveyard Glam

Who said the undead can’t sparkle?
Start with a charcoal or midnight base, then add silver glitter gradients from the tip down.

Top it off with tiny tombstones or crosses in matte black polish for depth.
The combo of shimmer and shadow feels hauntingly beautiful.  Pair up these nails with these t-shirts that will go so well together.

11. Mummy Wrap Nails

This one’s both funny and fab.
Use off-white polish and draw thin horizontal lines (like gauze). Add two small black dots for eyes — instant mummy!

It’s low-effort, high-impact, and totally Instagram-worthy.
Plus, it’s easy enough to do at home if you don’t trust yourself with freehand bats.

12. Neon Nightmare

Glow-in-the-dark polish? Yes, please.
Go bold with neon greens, oranges, or purples, and add lightning bolts, eyes, or dripping patterns.

When the lights go out, your nails will steal the show — literally.
Perfect for parties or anyone who wants their manicure to double as a costume accessory. 

13. Vampire Velvet

Think luxury meets darkness.
Use deep burgundy or blood-red velvet matte polish, and top it with shiny black dripping tips or tiny fangs.

It’s elegant, seductive, and just the right amount of dramatic.
Basically, if Morticia Addams went to a nail salon, this is what she’d pick. 

14. Crystal Cauldron Nails

Mystical and witchy, this look combines dark holo polish with crystal accents or foil flakes.
Add a few 3D gems shaped like moons or stars, and you’ve got cosmic witch energy all night long.

It’s part sparkle, part spell — and 100% mesmerizing.

15. Jack-o’-Lantern Smiles 

We’re closing with a classic!
Black nails with bright orange Jack-o’-lantern faces — some grinning, some spooky.

They’re playful, expressive, and instantly scream “Halloween Queen.”
Add a glossy top coat, and your pumpkins will shine brighter than the moon. 

Bonus: Matte Magic for Every Look

Want to make any of these designs feel instantly elevated?
Go matte. A matte top coat takes even simple art from “cute” to “editorial.”

Matte black spider webs, matte orange with glossy drips — it’s all about texture play.
Trust me, this finish is the ultimate Halloween glow-down (in the best way). 

Final Thoughts: Nails So Good, It’s Scary

Halloween is your chance to go bold, creative, and maybe a little unhinged (in the best way ).
Whether you’re going full haunted glam or just adding a subtle ghost to your mani, the point is to have fun and let your personality show.

Because honestly — when else can you wear bloody drips and skeletons on your hands and have everyone say, “Wow, that’s cute”? 

So go on, grab your favorite spooky design, book your nail appointment, and prepare for the compliments to roll in faster than candy on Halloween night.

Happy haunting — and even happier painting