These 5 Spooky-Chic Halloween Nail Colors Work With Any Costume

Halloween is just around the corner. And if you’re anything like me—ill-prepared with a host of costume accessories sitting in an Amazon cart—have no fear. There’s an easy way to amp up any costume, and that’s with a small beauty upgrade: a chic Halloween manicure.Whether you have a pre-October 31 nail appointment booked or will be last-minute DIYing your manicure to match your outfit, there are plenty of spooky-coded polishes to choose from. Below, I rounded up the best Halloween nail colors to lean into the spirit for the weekend.Vampy Red@raelondonnailsA deep red manicure, whether you’re channeling your inner vampire, devil, or simply going for a bloody hue, will elevate any sanguinary Halloween costume. Try Essie’s Bordeaux or Manucurist’s Dark Pansy.Ghoul White@raelondonnailsTo keep your manicure neutral but still remain in the haunted spirit, a ghastly white polish proves its versatility in crafting both ghostlike and classic looks. Layer on a sheer polish like Essie’s Arctic Jelly for a milky look, or an opaque white like Sally Hansen’s White On Time paired with a chrome topper for a reflective finish.Deep Purple@themaniclubBetween crystal balls and witchy vibes, purple is one of Halloween’s signature colors. A deep eggplant shade brings a touch of mystical energy to your fingertips, making it a chic choice for October 31. Opt for Olive & June’s Plaza or Essie’s Leather Weather for an even more sultry take on purple.Pumpkin Spice@gel.bymeganAs the fall season commences, there’s one non-negotiable rule: Turning everything into a pumpkin theme. And that goes for our manicures, too, with pumpkin spice nails continually trending like clockwork every October. A burnt orange polish like OPI’s Suzi Needs a Loch-Smith or Londontown’s Bee’s Knees will bring the perfect seasonal touch to your Halloween ’fit.Witching Hour@avrnailswatchesAnd of course, you can’t go wrong with a deep midnight nail polish, especially if your costume is in the classic Halloween realm of witches, spiders, and black cats. Bring all the moody vibes with a few coats of the iconic OPI Lincoln Park After Dark.Jasmine Hyman is the Assistant Beauty Editor at Cosmopolitan, where she writes about the latest beauty trends and must-have products. Her most prized beauty possessions are a meticulous skincare routine and salon blowouts. You’ll also likely find her in bed reading a good book or endlessly scrolling TikTok (spoiler: it’s usually the latter) while listening to Harry Styles’ entire discography on repeat. Follow her on Insta to be inundated with pictures of her meals.