14. Zombie Flesh Matte & Gloss
For those who love the gruesome side of Halloween but still appreciate high-fashion design, the Zombie Flesh manicure offers a brilliant play on textures. The base of the nail is painted a sickly, pale olive green or a bruised, dusty mauve with a completely flat, matte finish. Over this muted base, abstract splatters and drips of a ultra-glossy, deep plum-red gel are applied. The stark contrast between the dead-matte, skin-toned base and the wet-look, glossy red drips creates a highly realistic, visceral effect that is both artistic and delightfully creepy. It is a sophisticated nod to special effects makeup that remains incredibly stylish.