October 1st means one thing: Halloween season is officially open. The decor is going up, the costume group chat is active again, and it's time to pick your Halloween nails.
This year, PaintLab is adding four new Halloween nail designs to the lineup: a cute ghost set, a pumpkin-orange set with bat details, a spider-web French tip and a glossy blood-drip design. Each one comes in a press-on format, so you can switch up your manicure in minutes without booking a salon appointment.
Whether you're looking for Halloween nail inspo, costume-matching nail art ideas or just want to get into the spirit, here's how to wear each new set.
1. Ghostie Short Almond Press-On Nails: Cute Ghost Nails
If your Halloween vibe is more "boo" than "scream," start here.
The Ghostie Short Almond Press-On Nails feature a milky white base with sweet little ghost faces on every nail. They're playful, a little spooky and easy to wear all month long.
Design: Milky white base with cute ghost faces
Shape: Short almond
Best For: Trick-or-treating, Halloween movie nights, pumpkin carving and casual October plans
Costume Pairings: Ghost, angel, all-white looks or a cozy "I'm the ghost of my former self" sweatshirt
Ghost nails are one of the most popular Halloween nail designs for a reason—they read as festive without being too dark. Pair them with white or neutral outfits for a soft, spooky look.
2. Midnight Ember Short Almond Press-On Nails: Pumpkin Orange with Bat Details
Nothing says Halloween quite like pumpkin orange and black.
The Midnight Ember Short Almond Press-On Nails pair a bold pumpkin-orange shade with black bat details for a classic spooky-season look. It's the nail equivalent of a jack-o'-lantern glowing on the porch.
Design: Pumpkin orange with black bat accents
Shape: Short almond
Best For: Pumpkin patches, fall festivals, Halloween parties and decorating day
Costume Pairings: Witch, vampire, black cat, scarecrow or any orange-and-black ensemble
This set is a fun pick if you want Halloween nails that feel traditional and festive, and the short length keeps them practical for carving pumpkins and hanging decorations.
3. Black Widow Short Almond Press-On Nails: Spider French Tips
Want something subtle enough for work but creepy enough for October? Spin a web of style with Black Widow.
The Black Widow Short Almond Press-On Nails put a Halloween twist on the classic French manicure with a nude base, sleek black tips and tiny spider accents.
Design: Nude base, black French tips and spider details
Shape: Short almond
Best For: Office Halloween, everyday October wear and minimalist spooky style
Costume Pairings: Black widow, spider queen, gothic glam, witch or any all-black outfit
If you love Halloween nail art ideas that feel elevated and understated, this is the set for you. From across the room, it reads as a chic black French. Up close, the spiders do the talking.
4. Bloody Good Almond Press-On Nails: Blood-Drip Nails
For a gory-glam look, there's Bloody Good.
The Bloody Good Almond Press-On Nails pair a sheer nude base with glossy red blood drips and deep crimson accent nails. They're dramatic, a little sinister and made for costume night.
Design: Sheer nude base, glossy red drips and crimson accent nails
Shape: Almond
Best For: Costume parties, haunted houses, Halloween Horror Nights and scary movie marathons
Costume Pairings: Vampire, zombie, horror-movie villain, bloody bride or a classic slasher-film final girl
If you're heading to Halloween Horror Nights or a haunted attraction, bloody nails are an easy way to finish your look—especially when you want your costume to feel complete from head to fingertips.
How to Match Your Halloween Nails to Your Costume
Your Halloween costume deserves a manicure that matches. Here's a quick cheat sheet:
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If your costume is... |
Try this set |
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Ghost, angel or all-white |
Ghostie |
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Witch, black cat or scarecrow |
Midnight Ember |
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Gothic, spider or all-black |
Black Widow |
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Vampire, zombie or horror villain |
Bloody Good |
Picking up a last-minute costume from Spirit Halloween or putting one together from your own closet? Press-on nails are one of the fastest ways to add a finishing detail that photographs well—no drying time needed.
More Halloween Nail Inspiration from PaintLab
Looking for more Halloween nail inspo? The full Halloween Press-On Nails collection also includes these spooky-season favorites:
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Candy Corn Short Almond: A tri-color design inspired by everyone's favorite October candy—festive without being spooky
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Mummy Glaze Almond: A creepy-cute glazed design with a glossy finish
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Bloody Red Short Almond: Deep, dramatic red for a dark, sinister-chic look
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Noir Matte Almond: A flat, velvety matte black for minimalist Halloween style
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Violet Veil Almond: A sheer, mysterious purple for witchy vibes
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Vixen Tips Stiletto: A dramatic stiletto with bold tip detail for statement costumes
Halloween Nail Tips for a Smooth Application
To help your Halloween nails look their best all season:
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Prep first. Start with clean, dry nails and push back cuticles gently.
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Size before you stick. Match each press-on to your natural nail before applying adhesive.
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Press and hold. Apply firm pressure for several seconds on each nail.
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Plan your timing. Apply a day before a big event, like a costume party or Halloween Horror Nights trip, so you're not rushing on the night of.
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Remove gently. Follow the removal instructions included in your kit rather than pulling or prying.
Get Into the Halloween Spirit
Halloween only comes once a year, so why not make your nails part of the fun? Whether you go cute with Ghostie, classic with Midnight Ember, chic with Black Widow or gory with Bloody Good, there's a Halloween nail design to match every costume and celebration.
Shop the new sets and the full Halloween Press-On Nails collection today. Which one are you wearing first?