Wearing one of these black nail designs is a sure way to bring out the rock star in you. Black nails are the definition of cool colors and one of the most flexible out there, whether you’re going for a dark and mysterious vibe or looking for a basic shade that will quickly upgrade any look. “Black will be a trend for a long time, if not always,” nail artist Hang Nguyen tells Bustle. It’s just a fantastic classic.
In Nguyen’s opinion, black nail paint is a versatile shade that is both edgy and chic. She likes to use black in most of her nail designs, using it as an outline, contrasting it with colors, and creating negative space nail art (which she says is a really nice option). You’ll find that there are so many fun ways to style black nails that will have you going back to darker shades.
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How to make black your signature color
When it comes to black nail polish, boldness takes over, so it’s best to keep your nails short and neatly shaped to create balance. Your nails can look overdone if you choose an eye-catching shape and length. The best nails for this shade of nail paint are short and square!
If you want to avoid the punk-rock look, be careful of chips and cracks when applying black nail polish.
When you use black nail polish, you should also take good care of your manicure and pedicure. Remember that this color draws a lot of attention to any nearby flaw, no matter how discreet it may be.
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The choice of jewelry is influenced by the color of the nails. When wearing black nail polish, let it do the talking and keep the flares on your fingers super simple.
You can always find a way to explore with this popular shade if you don’t feel ready for a full set of black nails yet. Consider accent nails, which allow you to make a statement with just a black manicure, or ombré nails, which transition from clear to black on your fingertips.
Last but not least, below you’ll find 33 black nail ideas you can do at home whether you need inspiration for a manicure (who wouldn’t want to save a few dollars?) or visit your neighborhood nail store (because the complex DIY designs are difficult). ). From black ombre nails to red and black Christian Louboutin inspired nails, scroll down to see more.
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