Halloween is approaching, which is as good a reason as any to take a break from the crimson and greige nail polishes that are most women's nail-uniform this season. Halloween, like every holiday and event has hundreds of Instagram accounts and Pinterest pages dedicated to intricate designs but, really, who can be bothered or has the time to use dotting tools, glue, glitter, gemstones etc.
That’s why we’re here to help. We’ve collated some of the best and spookiest Halloween nail inspo, that you can easily replicate at home. So easy in fact, you’ll be able to do it even if you have super shaky hands. And this way, if you're not into dressing up, or have left it too late to find a costume, at least you've made an effort with your nails...
Halloween Nail Inspo
1 of 10Neon Pumpkin
Simple, yet scarily eye-catching. Don't underestimate a lick of neon orange varnish this Halloween. It's foolproof, really.
2 of 10nails inc. Naked in Neon Top Coat Quad, £22
3 of 10The (un)Shining
Black nails – boring and tired. Matte black nails – the fresh take we all need this Halloween. Very 2020 Morticia Addams.
4 of 10Rimmel London, 60 Secs Rita Ora Nail Polish Black Matte, £3.49
5 of 10White As A Ghost
If you ask us, a white mani can be seriously spooky. Think the twins from The Ring, or the child from The Exorcist... They'd definitely be sporting this look.
6 of 10OPI, Alpine Snow Nail Lacquer, £13.90
7 of 10Tip Me Over The Edge
A Halloween take on a French mani. Easily achieved with this £1 item – tip guides. You can thank us later.
8 of 10essence, French Manicure Tip Guides, £1
9 of 10Try It, We Dare You
ASOS tells us how to recreate their bloody Halloween nails
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