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Prepare to embrace the allure of darkness as we delve into the chic and sophisticated world of black nails. A timeless and edgy choice, black nails are making a fierce statement in the world of manicure fashion this year.
From sleek and minimalistic designs to bold and intricate patterns, we’ve curated a collection of the most striking and on-trend black nail designs that are set to redefine your nail game. Whether you’re drawn to the classic elegance of a sleek black polish or eager to experiment with avant-garde styles, black nails offer a versatile canvas for self-expression.
Products we love
To achieve some of the styles below, we recommend using some products that will make it a lot easier to achieve the result you want. If you’re wanting to try out chrome nails at home for example, we recommend getting this chrome kit:
To be able to hand draw on the swirls we recommend these nail art brushes. They are incredibly fine, and help draw out really intricate details:
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Trending Black Nail Ideas
These black nail trends for the year offer a diverse range of styles, allowing you to express your individuality and keep your manicure game on point with the hottest black hues and designs of the year.
1. Minimalistic Matte Black: Enter the world of sleek sophistication with the trend of minimalistic matte black. A classic choice, matte black nails offer a clean and modern look, making a bold statement without the need for elaborate designs. Perfect for those who appreciate understated elegance.
2. Edgy Geometric Lines: Infuse an edgy vibe into your nail game with the trend of geometric lines. Whether it’s bold stripes, angular shapes, or intricate patterns, incorporating geometric designs into your black nails adds a contemporary and artistic flair. Perfect for those who want a modern and eye-catching manicure.
3. Celestial Starry Night: Bring the cosmos to your fingertips with the celestial starry night trend. Black nails adorned with tiny stars or constellations create a mesmerizing and ethereal look, adding a touch of cosmic elegance to your manicure.
4. Shimmering Black Chrome: Elevate your black nails with the shimmering black chrome trend. Metallic black polishes or chrome accents bring a high-shine and futuristic element to your manicure, ensuring your nails stand out with a bold and glamorous flair.
Time to Design
Below, we’ve rounded up 50+ perfect black nails, that will look good all year round. Remember, feel free to pin any of the images below to recreate all of these designs in the future.
If you’re not sure what design you like best, why not save a couple to Pinterest so you can reference them later. Or, bookmark this page to find it closer to your manicure date.
The Best Black Nails For Your Next Manicure!
If you love these nail designs, check out the tagged accounts below, for more nail art inspiration! All of these accounts, are my go to favourites when it comes to seeing what’s trendy.
1) Black Flames via Amy
Image and nail art via @amyle.nails
2) Double French via Iram
Image and nail art via @iramshelton
3) Thick French via Faustyna
Image and nail art via @fasia.nails
4) Galaxy French via Paulina
Image and nail art via @nailsbypaulin
5) Side French via Oliwia
Image and nail art via @napaznokciach
6) Wavy Abstract via Aimee
Image and nail art via @allnailss._
7) Simple and dark via Monika
Image and nail art via @monika_nails
8) Galaxy Nails via Aby
Image and nail art via @nailswithaby
9) Star Nails via Monika
Image and nail art via @monika_nails
10) Elegant Abstract via Iram
Image and nail art via @iramshelton
11) Double French Accent Nails via Charlotte
Image and nail art via @charsgelnails
12) Cute Line Art via Monika
Image and nail art via @monika_nails
13) Rhinestone details via Aby
Image and nail art via @nailswithaby
14) Perfect Acrylics via Charlotte
Image and nail art via @pressedbycharlotte_
15) Minimal Black via Alison
Image and nail art via @nailsbyalsn
16) Jet Black via The Nail Room Manchester
Image and nail art via @thenailroommanchester
17) Simple Details via Iram
Image and nail art via @iramshelton
18) Rhinestone sparkle via Aby
Image and nail art via @nailswithaby
19) Classy Sparkle via Monika
Image and nail art via @monika_nails
20) Flamin’ via Aby
Image and nail art via @nailswithaby
21) Black and gold via Paulina
Image and nail art via @nailsbypaulin
22) Classic French outline via Aby
Image and nail art via @nailswithaby
23) Ocean Black via Alison
Image and nail art via @nailsbyalsn
24) Fresh Tips via Peachi Nails
Image and nail art via @peachinails
25) Swirl accents via Iram
Image and nail art via @iramshelton
26) Prettiest via Faustyna
Image and nail art via @fasia.nails
27) Matte Black via Amanda
Image and nail art via @amanda.sudolll
28) Glossy via Aby
Image and nail art via @nailswithaby
29) Bold Design via Peachi Nails
Image and nail art via @peachinails
30) Elegant Classic via Aby
Image and nail art via @nailswithaby
31) Thin swirls via Vivian
Image and nail art via @vivianmariewong
32) Abstract Square via Faustyna
Image and nail art via @fasia.nails
33) Elegant Almond via Iram
Image and nail art via @iramshelton
34) A classic via Iram
Image and nail art via @iramshelton
35) Perfect French via Amy
Image and nail art via @amyle.nails
36) Round Details via Iram
Image and nail art via @iramshelton
38) Long and Glossy via Amanda
Image and nail art via @amanda.sudolll
39) Matte and Glossy via Iram
Image and nail art via @iramshelton
Short French via Megan
Image and nail art via @gel.bymegan
40) Sparkle accents via Charlotte
Image and nail art via @charsgelnails
41) Square French Tips via Chloë
Image and nail art via @beautybychloemayboyce
42) Short Jet Black via Megan
Image and nail art via @gel.bymegan
43) Black Florals via Amy
Image and nail art via @beautyworksbyamy
44) Fancy Double French via Alysha
Image and nail art via @alyshanailartist
45) The perfect French via Alexandra
Image and nail art via @thehotblend
46) Prettiest Details via Amy
Image and nail art via @beautyworksbyamy
47) Floral Accents via Alexandra
Image and nail art via @thehotblend
48) Black checkers via Amy
Image and nail art via @beautyworksbyamy
49) Simple daisies via Alexandra
Image and nail art via @thehotblend
50) Black and Gold swirls via Jasmine
Image and nail art via @basecoatstories
51) Long side French via Jasmine
Image and nail art via @basecoatstories
We hope you loved all of these black nails. There’s so many cute ideas to choose from for this entire year ahead.
As always, feel free to pin any of these black nail art designs to Pinterest to share with friends and bookmark this page to save for later, especially if you want to show a nail art tech an idea!
Pro Tip: Try something different this season and go outside of your comfort zone! Never tried glitter swirls? Give it a go! Or how about incorporating florals for something different?
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