14 goth nail trends spooky enough for fall
With the rise of Instagram, we’ve come across some insanely talented artists who have pushed the boundaries of nail art into the stratosphere. From intricate acrylic shapes to 3D designs, these nails trends are perfect for fall and easily prove that French tips are so 10 years ago. Whether you want spooky and fun or ornate and elegant, there’s a perfect gothic nail design out there for you. Here are some of our favorites.
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Coffin nails
Rounded tips and square tips just got a badass younger brother. Say hello to our new favorite nail shape: coffins! This hybrid between long, round tips and traditionally squared off tips is guaranteed to get you into the Halloween spirit.
Spiky vampire claws
If you’re not feeling the coffins, how about adding some extra sharp vampire claws to your look? This dramatic style has been taking Instagram by storm with its exaggerated, edgy feel.
Nails inspired by movies
Sometimes the shape of the nail isn’t what’s important; sometimes it’s what’s on the nails that counts. Nail artists around the world have been killing the art game recently bringing to life some of your favorite movies to fashion forward nails, whether it be The Nightmare Before Christmas or a classic horror movie such as Silence Of The Lambs.
Nails with moon phases
Spooky, yet stylish, keeping track of the various phases of the moon is a perfect way to celebrate the oncoming of autumn with all its iconic harvest moon festivals on the horizon.
Ornate geometric nails
Lines, lines and more lines. Who knew what you learned in geometry could be so aesthetically pleasing? While many people opt for more abstract styles, we tend to favor those that pay tribute to our favorite flannel shirts.
Matte black nails
Matte really is the new black, and taking away the sheen from a traditional nail polish has been steadily gaining traction in the beauty community.
Ombre nails
French tips get a twist with these colorful ombre nails. While this look works with any color combination, we’re definitely partial to orange and black.
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Stylized french tips
This is another spin on French tips, incorporating shapes to the old-school white tips we’ve grown accustomed to. Hearts, flames, you name it, there’s a nail artist who can create it.
Lace
Lace just feels so classic and traditionally gothic that of course someone would eventually find a way to add it to a fierce nail design. We absolutely adore how elegant these beauties turned out.
Gemstones/spikes/studs
If you can stud a belt, you can stud a nail. Many artists and nail enthusiasts have been experimenting with studding nails, and frankly, we are totally about it.
Blood drips
Dripping nails are really pretty, but when the drips look like blood it’s just gore-geous.
Watercolor/smoky style
We love how airy and effervescent a watercolor effect looks on fingertips; it’s so light it’s almost ghostly.
Dramatic accent nail
Sometimes you just need one nail to say it all. Adding a little extra pop to your middle finger can really give a statement.
Bedazzled cuticle
Bedazzled cuticles are like reverse French tips with texture. It’s so extra, but so worth it.