20 Dark and Moody Nail Ideas to Welcome Scorpio Season

Scorpio is a water sign known for its intensity, moodiness, and captivating aura. This zodiac season, which lasts from October 22 to November 21, calls for rich, dramatic colors that reflect its depth: think maroon, navy blue, black, purple, and gray. These shades are not just trendy for clothes and accessories; they also make a stunning statement in manicures.

With Scorpio season upon us, we’ve curated a list of 20 nail ideas that capture the sign's enigmatic energy. Keep scrolling to find the perfect design for your dark and moody vibes!

1. Red Illusion French Tips

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Elevate your French manicure with a twist! Choose red tips over a nude base or opt for a dramatic red illusion design for endless compliments.

2. Black Holo Mismatched Nails

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Embrace Scorpio’s affinity for black and gray hues with a unique mismatched mani. Gather black and white polishes, holographic glitter, and a metallic bluish-black polish, along with two nail art brushes—one for designs and one for touch-ups.

3. Red Jelly Velvet Nails

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Created by Marnae Orton, this sparkling jelly red velvet look is ideal for Scorpio season. Start with a black base, then layer on red velvet polish and finish with a clear jelly topcoat.

4. Black Chrome Lightning Nails

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Scorpios thrive on drama, and what’s more dramatic than a sharp stiletto nail? This Gel-X mani combines chic black French tips, metallic accents, and raised 3D designs.

5. Red Glitter Aura Nails

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Try this vampy aura design with a black base and red glitter or metallic polish sponged in the center, finishing with a glossy topcoat for a striking look.

6. Blue Velvet Twinkle Nails

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Channel Scorpio’s love for rich blue tones with a royal blue base and silver velvet polish. For a starry effect, use a dotting tool to create dots and drag lines for added sparkle.

7. Blood Red Nails

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Short on time? A deep red polish can capture the Scorpio essence with minimal effort.

8. Blue Swirl Nails

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Pearlescent gray combined with metallic teal and deep navy creates a mesmerizing swirly Scorpio manicure.

9. Dark Butterfly Nails

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Butterflies inspire seasonal nails even in fall. Create this design with black, white, and pumpkin glitter polishes, using a dotting tool for added details.

10. Dark Star Glitter Nails

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For an easy and stunning look, opt for a shimmering black glitter mani. This style shines on both short square and long stiletto nails.

11. Dark Chrome Chevron Nails

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Showcase Scorpio’s maroon hues with a dark maroon chrome manicure highlighted by a greenish-gold chevron design. Given the intricate lines, this look may be best suited for a salon visit.

12. Golden Smoky Aura Nails

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Embrace the mystery of Scorpio with a smoky aura manicure topped with ultra-fine gold jelly glitter for a moody, magical finish.

13. Matte Black and Blue Nails

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Matte nails are perfect for fall. Consider a matte black almond manicure adorned with glossy blue and black spots—are they flowers or leopard print? You decide!

14. Multi-Chrome Magnetic Nails

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Create a multi-chrome effect using five richly toned magnetic polishes—simply paint, manipulate with a magnet, and you’re done!

15. Midnight Clouds Nails

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Capture the spirit of Halloween with this midnight cloud design featuring a navy blue base and wispy white clouds, plus silver stars and bats for extra flair.

16. Purple Cat Eye Nails

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This abstract design is perfect for Scorpio season. Start with a purple glitter cat eye base, then create looped designs with nude polish and outline them in black.

17. Navy Squiggles Nails

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For a simpler yet chic look, go for dark navy blue swirls accented with metallic silver outlines to make the design pop.

18. Burgundy Skies Nails

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If you love the cloudy nail concept but prefer maroon, this jelly design by Aistė Haas is for you. Start with a burgundy jelly base and create wispy white clouds on top.

19. Smoky Negative Space Nails

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This trendy design features a combination of matte, gloss, negative space, and subtle 3D effects—ideal for Scorpio season.

20. 3D Abstract Nails

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For a bold statement, try this moody metallic swirl design using metallic blue, purple, and silver polishes paired with clear builder gel.

With Scorpio season in full swing, these nail designs perfectly encapsulate the sign's enigmatic essence. Get creative and let your manicure reflect your mood and personality! Whether you opt for bold colors or intricate designs, there's something here for every Scorpio to enjoy.