You might have your costume, makeup and hair all set for Halloween, but here at Brit + Co we believe your look isn’t complete without one truly spooky mani. We’ve selected fifteen of our faves that are the perfect combo of scary, chic and holiday appropriate. We think you’re going to love rocking these designs for a hauntingly good time come October 31st.
1. Half-Moon Cobweb: We had no idea that cobwebs could be so chic. We’re obsessed with the contrast of the black spider web design against a beautiful metallic background. (via Cosmopolitan)
2. Snakebite Nail Art: Okay, technically these have a little bit of red on them. But we think you’ll forgive us and our favorite nail artist SF Party Nail aka Taylor Watson… (via Brit + Co)
3. Marble Nails: We’d be up for rocking these marble nails any day of the year, not just All Hallows’ Eve. (via Meliney)
4. Spooky Eyeballs: Spooky or sweet? No need to choose with these totally adorable nails. (via Totally the Bomb)
5. Sneaky Cat Nails: We are loving these black tips with a bit of an unexpected feline twist. Pair ’em with a kitty costume for the ultimate wow factor. (via @thepolishedpinkie)
6. Jack Skellington: Can’t get enough of The Nightmare Before Christmas? Bring Jack Skellington with you everywhere you go with this nail design inspired by the famous Tim Burton character. (via cutepolish)
7. Bone Nails: Simple and sophisticated with a seriously spooky edge. All the boxes are checked with these nails! (via @greatbigcrunch)
8. Mummy Nails: We can’t get over how amazing these mummy nails look. And surprisingly, they’re not too hard to DIY. (via Peace Love Polish)
9. Skeleton Nails: These nails feature all kinds of classic Halloween motifs. We especially love the extra long skeleton that takes up two whole nails. (via @ehly0524)
10. The Nightmare Before Christmas Nails: Tim Burton would be proud of this creepily adorable tribute to his Halloween classic. (via @sohairobsessed)
11. Spiderweb: We wouldn’t mind getting caught in this web. This design is a truly cool option to get into the holiday spirit. (via @nailtastic_sisi)
12. 3D Ghosts: These might be the scariest nails we’ve ever come across, and yet we can’t look away. Who knew a manicure could be so spooky? (via PiggieLuv)
13. Cobweb Nails: Go for a more matte look with this spiderweb design. Unfortunately the amazing spider ring is not included, but to make it up to you we have plenty of other spooky accessories we suspect you’ll love. (via Syl and Sam)
14. Black Cat French Nails: Cat accessories are all the rage right now, so why not accessorize your nails with a bit of feline flavor? These black cat nails are purr-fect. (via Lulu’s)
15. A Halloween Medley: For those that don’t want to stick to just one theme, you’ll love this tutorial. These nails have a little bit of everything, from bones and cobwebs to minimalist stripes. (via Pretty Woman)
Do you think you’ll be rocking any of these nail designs to celebrate the Halloween season? Let us know which is your favorite in the comments below!
It can be intimidating to step out on your own and build a business from the ground up. As part of our collaboration with Office Depot, we're talking with Selfmade alum and solopreneur Colette Lawrence, the faith-based motivator and relationship builder behind The M.E.E. Movement, about ways in which women in business can find success.
B + C: How did you know M.E.E. Movement was your business to start?
The M.E.E Movement represents motivation, empowerment, and encouragement for women. It is what represents me. I did not know at first that it was my business to start, but then the thought of monetizing what I loved came to me. It scared me, however. I registered the business in July 2020 and have been slowly building my wings since.
B + C: What's one strategy that's helped you start your business?
Thinking through and researching what the requirements are to start my business, and then asking questions of people who are in the business. Not all advice worked; however, it helped me to figure out what I needed to do and not to do.
B + C: Did you always know life coaching would be your entrepreneurial path?
(Smiles) No, I did not. I 'stumbled" on it. I knew that people were always coming to me for advice and I found that I loved having conversations with them, especially with women, young and old.
B + C: What was your most valuable takeaway from Selfmade?
My most valuable takeaway was the first day of training: Get out of your own way. There were a lot of great moments and important takeaways from every presenter. However, getting out of my own way, pushing past doubts, was for me my most valuable takeaway. Doing something that I had never done before took courage. If I do not focus on what is happening with me mentally then I cannot deliver to my clients successfully.
B + C: What's one piece of advice you would give to female entrepreneurs on the brink of starting?
Get out of your head. You have something to offer. You have what you need to succeed so go ahead and do it.
B + C: How do you stay motivated?
I stay motivated by listening to music and listening to motivational speakers, and sometimes someone will just reach out and talk about the impact that I made in their life. That adds the extra juice or sauce I need to pummel through the day.
B + C: What's your best organizational tip?
Keep a diary and journal. It's the best way for me to keep organized and it also provides a source motivation as I record not only my "losses" but my wins as well.
B + C: Who inspires you in the entrepreneurial space?
Shirley Toliver – She motivates and empowers and makes me always want to show up.
B + C: What has receiving the Office Depot scholarship to Selfmade done to help you start or grow your business?
The scholarship was a blessing in that all the areas that were covered offered valuable information that I needed, from social media to HR. As a new business owner, I needed to know this to increase my own personal awareness in what it takes to run a successful business. The candidness of the presenters made it easy to see myself in their shoes and helped me to realize that I can also get there.
Thanks Colette! You can follow The M.E.E. Movement on Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
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