From long and sharp talons dipped in red lacquer, to minimalist black accents, fudgy chocolate browns and themed nail art, it’s important to keep things chic, rather than veering into cheesy. Nail artists know a thing or two about impactful Halloween nail designs – especially given their A-list clients’ desire to outdo one another with their costumes these days. “Halloween is a good excuse for being extra – extra dark or extra sparkly or extra bold,” nail artist Miss Pop tells British Vogue.