15 Halloween Press-On Nails to Kick Off Spooky Season

Fall is officially in swing, and while you’re sipping your PSLs and unpacking your sweaters, it’s also time to start thinking about your Halloween manicure. Themed nail looks can be a big commitment. With gel polishes and fancy nail designs lasting weeks, it can be hard to take the plunge. Fortunately, there’s another option that’s a little less permanent—press-ons. The category of false nails has come a long way over the years, and with high-quality finishes, trendy colors, and a variety of nail shapes, they are the perfect choice for a holiday manicure. There are a lot of options for a fun season like Halloween, and with it being a few weeks away, you can sport a different look every week. Keep scrolling to see the best Halloween press-on nails we recommend to officially get you in the spooky season mood.

Press-On Nails for Halloween

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Glamnetic Lady Web ($20)

You don’t have to wear dark colors to be on theme for Halloween. If nude manicures are more your speed, give this spider web design set a try. It’s festive without being over the top.

• BUY ON GLAMNETIC – $22
• BUY ON TARGET – $20

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Siva Nail Press-on Nails in Neon Venom ($38)

Not ready to let go of your Brat summer? With this custom set by Siva, you don’t have to. The handmade press-ons feature a mix of designs in the signature Brat colors, adding a bit of edge to your manicure.

• BUY NOW – $38

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Kiss ImPRESS in Wizard ($5)

You don’t have to go full spooky to embrace the holiday. A magical design in wizardly colors makes a nice alternative to skeleton and batty designs. The haunted house and glitter art on these nails have just as much Halloween energy.

• BUY ON KISS- $9
• BUY ON AMAZON- $13

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Static Nails Pop-Ons in Plastic Sabotage ($20)

Despite being part of Static’s Mean Girls collection, these nails feel particularly witchy. The pretty purple shade has a prismatic effect that’s alluring and mysterious, just like a crystal ball.

• BUY NOW – $20

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OPI Xpress in Leo AF ($16)

An all-black manicure is pretty standard for Halloween. But if you want to embrace a different vibe, this matte set complete with zodiac nail art stickers is just the thing. The DIY kit allows you to get creative and customize the design to your liking.

• BUY NOW – $16

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Dashing Diva Gloss Ultra Shine in Ghostly Touch ($9)

Ghosts and goblins can be cute, and these gel nail strips prove it. The set includes a mix of ghoul designs and silver glitter strips to mix and match. Whether you opt for an accent nail look or a contrast of black and white designs, your manicure is sure to be cute and festive.

• BUY ON DASHING DIVA – $8
• BUY ON TARGET – $9

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Paintbox Alien Press-on Nails ($10)

While spiders, pumpkins and ghosts are predictable for the season, a full set of alien nails is unexpected and fun. The painted designs and colors of these nails will ensure that your manicure is a standout.

• BUY NOW – $10

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Never Have I Ever Press-On Nails in Black Tips ($18)

Halloween knows no rules. Instead of a typical design, these tips lean into the vampy colors of the holiday and use texture to create an alluring and dark manicure.

• BUY NOW – $18

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Static Nails Pop-Ons in Wicked ($20)

Trendy cat-eye nail designs are fitting for spooky season when created with the right colors. This look features an inky black and bright teal for a bold look. Even the glass-like finish adds to the look, giving it a truly wicked feel.

• BUY NOW – $20

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Dashing Diva Nailbliss in Fight or Fright ($9)

Metallic polishes also lend themselves well to Halloween nail designs. For example, a glittery silver polish has a ghoulish effect when paired with glossy black nails.

• BUY ON DASHING DIVA – $9
• BUY ON AMAZON – $9

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Nailboo in Cold Blooded ($19)

Take the less is more approach this season and opt for a deep, dark oxblood manicure instead of nail art. These press-ons use the ombré technique to blend the shade with black and create a sleek twist on a French tips.

• BUY NOW – $19

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Olive & June Press-ons in Batty For You ($8)

We get it—long nails aren’t for everyone. When you need to give your nails a break from extensions, a short manicure with a fun design is a good way to keep your look exciting.

• BUY NOW – $8

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Beetlejuice Beetlejuice x Glamnetic Press-On Nails in Sandworm ($22)

Beetlejuice is known for crazy, out of the box prints and patterns. Glamnetic’s collaboration with the feature film brings that same energy to your manicure. To keep things in balance, the iconic sandworm design is set against a nude nail and features a natural almond nail shape.

• BUY ON GLAMNETIC – $22
• BUY ON AMAZON – $22

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Sally Hansen Perfect Manicure In Plas-mania ($12)

French manicures with red tips are some of the most alluring. Even better? The look is bloody perfect for Halloween.

• BUY NOW – $7.50

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Olive & June The Instant Mani in Vampire Chrome ($10)

We love a chrome manicure moment, and this copper-penny chrome shade is right on trend. The sleek finish and shape of the nails instantly take your look from bland to bold. Plus, at just under $10, you can’t beat the price.

• BUY NOW – $10