As soon as September hits, my fingers are suddenly fighting the itch to type “Halloween nail ideas” in my Instagram search bar. And while I am a true sucker for a classic fall nail color, there’s nothing I look forward to more than my annual spooky season manicure. The moody metallics, the cute little ghosties, the 3D designs—I simply can’t resist this season’s lineup.
And if you’re already giving “witch” like me on this warm September day, lucky for you, your quest for the best Halloween nail art for 2025 ends here. Because in our very humble opinion, amidst this year’s trend offerings, we have found the chicest options to bring to your manicurist for Halloween. Whether you’re someone who wants to rock full-on Halloween art, or just prefer a solid color to wear, we have rounded up 27 of the best Halloween nails for 2025. Read on for our full list of spooky nail ideas to take you through the season.
1. 3D Ghosties
Ghost nails are always a Halloween classic, and this adorable chrome version adds a bit of trendy dimension that feels super modern and very spooky-chic for 2025. It may test your manicure skills if you opt for trying at home, but the artist’s tutorial makes it look far more doable than it may first appear.
2. Cherry Red
If your vibe is more it-girl festive than full-on scary, this cherry red is a great shade to flex for October nails and beyond. It’s timeless enough to double as a mega-chic, late fall nail shade, yet still moody enough to gain you compliments at your friend’s Halloween party.
3. Chrome Mummies
Ok, how adorable are these! Mummies are another Halloween nail art classic, and I love this trendy chrome version as a spooky season nail idea for 2025. If you’re a minimalist still craving just a dash of something fun, this design is definitely one to attempt.
4. Potion Purple
| Nail Art Inspo (@polished_yogi)This witchy, potion-purple design immediately gave me Hocus Pocus nostalgia. It brings all the seasonal drama, but the purple hues are a fun alternative to Halloween’s typical dark undertones.
5. Celestial Charms
(@lolo.nailedit)Dare I say, this design looks convincingly easy enough to DIY at a Halloween-themed girls’ night. No fancy nail skills required—just a pair of trusty tweezers and your favorite pack of nail charms to paint your moody, midnight scene.
6. Metallic French Tips
(@nailsbypaular)Another Halloween take on our beloved French tip nails. If I was inviting myself to the Wednesday Season 2 press tour, I would be showing off in these metallic French tips. They’re that perfect blend of edgy cool-girl, and a fun way to lean into the Y2K glam.
7. Blood Drop Red
I’ll say it again: Chrome, chrome, chrome. This nail trend is just going to keep dominating this list as they are everywhere for 2025. I am particularly obsessed with these vampy and dramatic red chrome nails for Halloween—the perfect detail to accompany your Mary from Sinners costume if you need some outfit inspiration!
8. Purple Halloween Night
If Olivia Rodrigo’s Guts was Halloween nail art, it would be this lethal lilac purple and glitter combo. The art design absolutely slays the spooky theme, but the pop of color just makes it so much more fun as a nail option.
9. Frankenstein Stitches
These Frankenstein-themed French tips are a killer combo to impress your keyboard and your coworkers on Halloween. It’s color palette is equal parts cute and spooky, and still feels delicate enough for those minimalist-lovers.
10. Smokey Grey
If you want a manicure to last you all scary season long, these October nails are the perfect salon request to take you all the way from pumpkin latte runs to Halloween weekend mayhem.
11. Deep Purple
This deep forest purple is more “secret gardens in my mind” than ultra Halloween, but if blood and ghosts are not your speed, this bold purple plays with the best of fall nail colors and still feels on theme.
12. Crescent Moons
They say nothing good happens after midnight—unless its this moonlit nail art design. Simple yet charming, the tiny crescent moon details make this design a guaranteed “omg, I love your nails” icebreaker from strangers.
13. Green Chrome
If you’re planning on channeling your best Elphaba for your Halloween costume, these green chrome nails are the perfect detail to elevate your look, while also giving you the confidence to totally nail that “Devying Gravity” high note.
14. Pumpkin Orange
Just a touch of orange is all it takes for me to feel fully immersed in any Halloween activity. Whether I’m heading to your local pumpkin patch, or embarking on a thriller movie marathon with the girls, this shade nods to the season without ever feeling too on the nose.
15. Speckled Ombre
This haunting blue hue is one of the ultimate scary nail designs. It’s speckled finish feels like an eerie fog rolling in the middle of a horror movie, and is perfect for ultimate spooksters who want something that breaks away from your typical Halloween template, but still feels cute.
16. Black French Tips
Black french tips are the classy, cute Halloween nails for 2025. They slay any outfit or costume you have lined up, and are also customizable with any and all colors from the Halloween rainbow—from black and orange nails, to a touch of silver or red.
17. Blood Red Metallic
Red is one of those shades that always transcends every season. And while this bloodthirsty red is definitely chic enough to wear year-round, it’s just moody enough for our Halloween energy. If you want a manicure that won’t haunt you after a week of wear, this metallic shade is one worth committing to.
18. Witch’s Coven
Feeling witchy? This stylish Halloween nail idea mixes your favorite rich, brown shade with a seasonal edge that feels very Hocus Pocus chic. It’s the perfect manicure to rock while you mix and stir your favorite Halloween recipes, like a modern-day witch with a cauldron.
19. Magnetic Black & Orange Nails
(@kuypernailart)This black and orange design is bringing the drama to halloween nails for fall 2025. Their eerie shine makes them feel extra spooky, and will have you twiddling your fingers in the light all day long—mesmerized.
20. Pink Ghosts
These adorable ghost nails feel like a long-time Pinterest favorite, yet somehow remains fun and irresistible for 2025. Perfect for anyone who loves a hint of spooky-cute, but not giving overly scary Halloween nail vibes.
21. Black & White
If you’re looking for an at-home manicure that’s effortless, but still screams Halloween, this black and white manicure is your go-to gal. It’s almost Beetlejuice-y, but without the shaky stripes you’d have to attempt, while two pumpkin lattes in.
22. Sparkly Purple
This majestic purple feels like potion-brewing (read: making soups) and casting spells (read: putting up enchanting Halloween decor from Target). It’s just playful enough for the season, but also works to role-play as your inner witch all year round.
23. Rhinestone Chrome
This cute Halloween nail art almost doubles as its own Halloween decor with its unique chrome tips, and 3D, rhinestone night scene. It’s not an overly obvious scream to Halloween, but its crinkle tips definitely give it a unique and eerie charm that totally works for the holiday.
24. Black Pearl
This pearly black shade is straight and to the point: I’m effortlessly moody, bold, and look great in all of your fall pictures. It’s super chic and timeless all year-round, but works especially well during scary season (or scary Sundays if you’re not a Halloween girlie).
25. Spider Webs
if you’re gunning for a Zendaya and Tom on the set of Spiderman costume, these spider web nails are the perfect little detail to elevate your vibe.
26. Groovy Ghosts
Those bohemian vibes are all over the runway for fall 2025. And these super cute Halloween nails are a fun way to bring the trend to your fingertips with bold patterns, retro orange colorways, and a groovy ghostie or two.
27. Aliens in Space
Katy Perry may have gone to space, but these extraterrestrial nails are taking us on a cosmic journey of our own. They’re also perfect if your Halloween costume does call for a pop-star-in-orbit vibe aboard the Blue Origin.
Madigan Will, Assistant Editor
As an Assistant Editor for The Everygirl, Madigan writes and edits content for every topic under the digital media sun. As the oldest of four siblings, she enjoys utilizing her big sister persona to connect and inspire readers—helping them discover new ways to maximize their everyday.
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