This November you can try Halloween nails

This days is It sounds like you've been diving deep into Halloween nail trends Finding that perfect blend of cute and creepy is definitely an art. I'd love to hear about the styles you've experimented with so far. Also, what are some of the trending nail ideas you’ve included in your list? I imagine there's a mix of classic Halloween themes like pumpkins and ghosts with more intricate designs.You have an opportunity to make it even more beautiful, so think about this beauty.

Ghost outlines are a fun and spooky design 

Start with a solid base color, like black, dark purple, or even a nude shade for contrast.Using white nail polish or a fine-tipped brush with white paint, draw the basic shape of the ghost. This can be a wavy, oval body with a rounded top and slightly jagged bottom, like a sheet draped over something.Once the white has dried, use a thin black nail polish or a fine nail art pen to outline the ghost. Keep the outline light and delicate to avoid overpowering the design.

The drip orange ombré design

Use two shades of orange, a light and a deep burnt orange, for the ombré. You can also add a yellow or nude at the very tip to intensify the gradient.Apply the lighter orange at the base of the nail and the darker orange at the tip, using a makeup sponge to blend the two colors together for a smooth gradient.You may need a couple of layers to build up the color.Once the gradient is dry, use black nail polish or a nail art pen to create the dripping effect.Start at the top of your nail (cuticle area) and draw down lines of varying lengths. At the end of each line, create a rounded droplet shape to mimic liquid drips.You can adjust the thickness of the drips based on how bold you want them to appear.

Black cat silhouettes are a classic Halloween nail design 

Apply a neutral or contrasting base color like pale pink, nude, or light grey to make the black cat silhouettes pop. You can also choose a gradient or dark ombré for added depth.Creating the Cat Silhouettes Start by drawing a small black oval or circle near the tip of the nail. This will be the cat's head.Ears Use a fine nail art brush or a thin nail art pen to add two sharp, pointed triangles on top of the head for the ears.Body Just below the head, draw a long oval shape to represent the cat’s body. You can make it as elongated or short as you like for different poses.Tail Add a long, curved line extending from the body for the cat's tail. Give it a playful or upward curl to add personality.

Steps for Candy Corn Accent Nails

Apply a clear or light-colored base coat (like nude or white) to protect your nails and help the candy corn colors pop.Creating the Candy Corn Layers First Stripe (Yellow) Start at the bottom of your nail (near the cuticle) and paint a thick horizontal stripe of yellow polish. Let it dry completely. Second Stripe (Orange): Above the yellow, paint an orange stripe, leaving enough space for the top white section. This middle stripe should be about the same width as the yellow one. Third Stripe (White): At the tip of your nail, add the final stripe of white polish. This completes the candy corn’s signature tri-color pattern.Optional Variation You can also create a reverse candy corn effect by starting with white at the base and yellow at the tip for a playful twist.For extra detail, you could outline each section with a thin black line for a more graphic, cartoonish look.

Minimalist Cobweb Nails

Minimalist cobwebs are a chic and spooky nail design that’s perfect for Halloween without being too overwhelming.

Start with a base color that contrasts with the web, such as nude, light grey, black, or even a translucent base coat for a subtle look.Create the Web LinesUse a thin nail art brush or a fine-tipped nail art pen in white or black to draw the structure of the cobweb.Start at the corner of the nail (you can choose any corner, but typically the bottom or side looks great). Draw three to four straight lines radiating outward from that point, like spokes of a wheel.Connect the radiating lines by drawing small, curved lines between them, starting close to the center point and working your way outward.These curved lines should follow the arc shape of the nail's edge. Space them evenly for a clean, minimalist look.You can stop after one or two rows of connecting lines to keep it simple, or fill the entire nail for a more dramatic cobweb.

Jack-o’-lantern faces are a playful and iconic Halloween nail design, and giving them a glow effect makes them even more striking

Steps for Glow-in-the-Dark Jack-o’-Lantern Faces

Start with a clear base coat to protect your nails. Then, apply a glow-in-the-dark orange nail polish as your base color. If you don’t have glow-in-the-dark polish, you can use regular orange polish and add a glow top coat later.After the base color dries, you can add subtle curved lines from the top to the bottom of the nail using a slightly darker orange or brown shade to mimic the texture of a pumpkin. Keep this step minimal if you want the focus on the Jack-o’-lantern face.Painting the Jack-o’-Lantern FacesUse black nail polish or a thin nail art pen to draw classic Jack-o’-lantern faces. Here are a few face ideasTriangles for the eyes and nose, with a jagged or toothy smile.Round eyes with a wavy mouth for a more cheerful look.One large eye and one small eye for a quirky, spooky face.Feel free to mix up the expressions on each nail for variety

Stick-on witch hat decals are a quick and fun way to add a playful, spooky touch to your Halloween nails. 

 Witch Hat Decal Nails

Apply a base coat to protect your nails and then choose a base color that contrasts well with the witch hat decals. Popular choices include deep purples, blacks, oranges, or even metallic shades like silver.Applying the Witch Hat Decals Once your base color is fully dry, select your witch hat decals. You can find pre-made decals in stores or online, or make your own by cutting out tiny hat shapes from nail art stickers. Peel off the backing and place the decal carefully on your nail. Position the hat at different angles on each nail for variety some could sit upright, others tilted to the side.Press down gently to ensure the decal sticks firmly and no air bubbles are trapped beneath. Once all decals are in place, seal them with a clear top coat to secure them and make sure they don’t peel off. The top coat will also give your nails a smooth, glossy finish.

Potion Bottle Glitter Nails

Potion bottle glitter nails bring a mystical, magical vibe to your Halloween manicure, adding shimmer and sparkle to the spooky season.

Start with a clear base coat to protect your nails. Then, apply a deep, mystical base color, such as dark purple, emerald green, midnight blue, or black, to set a mysterious tone.Once the base is dry, you can use a fine nail art brush or nail art pen to create small potion bottle outlines. Draw a simple bottle shape round or oval at the bottom, with a thin neck and a tiny cap at the top. Use a metallic or white nail polish for the outline to give it a glowing, enchanted look.Inside the bottle shape, apply a glitter polish in colors like purple, green, or iridescent shades. You can use chunky glitter for a potion brewing effect or fine glitter for a more subtle shimmer.

Mummy-textured nails are a spooky yet subtle Halloween look that brings a unique, wrapped bandage effect to your nails. Steps for Mummy-Textured Nails

Start with a clear base coat to protect your nails. Then, apply a light base color, such as off-white, cream, or pale grey, to mimic the look of old bandages.Use a thin nail art brush or a striper tool to draw horizontal lines across your nails to resemble the mummy’s bandages. Use a slightly darker shade like grey, tan, or beige for the lines to give depth to the “wraps.”The lines don’t have to be perfect or straightslightly uneven, overlapping lines create a more realistic, wrapped effect. Vary the thickness and spacing of the lines to add dimension.For an extra 3D look, use a thin brush and add darker shadows or smudges (like a light brown or soft black) between some of the bandage lines. This will make it look like the bandages are layered and wrapped around the mummy's body.To make it more fun, you can add two small dots of black polish near the middle or tip of the nail to represent the mummy's eyes peeking out from between the bandages.Add tiny white dots inside the black for pupils to give the eyes more character.

Steps for Blood Splatter Accent Nails

Blood splatter accents are a bold and edgy Halloween nail design that adds a dramatic flair to your manicure. 

Start with a clear base coat to protect your nails. Then, apply a solid base color like white, pale pink, or black to create contrast with the blood splatter.Choose a deep red polish for the blood effect. You can also mix red with a bit of black for a darker, richer blood color. Toothbrush Method Dip a clean toothbrush in the red polish, then use your finger to flick the bristles towards your nail. This will create a random splatter effect.Dotted Tool Method: Use a dotting tool or a thin brush to manually create blood splatters by flicking the polish onto the nail. This method allows more control over the splatter size and placement.Straw Method: Dip one end of a straw into the polish, then blow through the other end onto the nail to create a splatter effect.You can choose one or two accent nails to feature the blood splatter design, while keeping the rest of your nails in a solid color for contrast. This creates a more balanced look.