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Black Nails

Black nails are elegant and timeless. They are popular because they can look amazing in so many different skin tones and styles. You can wear them as an accent nail or use them as an entire nail design. Black can be a part of any color palette, from bright and bold to neutral and muted. You can wear black-themed nails for any occasion and outfit, from casual dresses like jeans and a t-shirt to more formal ensembles like cocktail dresses or business suits. Black nail designs are perfect for anyone who wants a chic, simple yet stylish look without spending too much time on their nails.
There are so many different ways to incorporate black into your look. You can choose various colors for your base coat; some people like to keep it neutral, while others like to use bold hues like red or purple as their starting point. You may tend to try a glitter polish for some extra sparkle and add some more flair! The possibilities with black nails are endless: apply some silver foil accents or a snowflake pattern for a holiday look that works year-round! You could also go with silver studs or crystals if you wish for something less flashy but festive.
Looking for some inspiration on how best to incorporate this color into your life? Check out these stunning black nail designs below - we've got everything from simple black nails with embellishments like rhinestones or studs all the way up to more elaborate designs such as tribal patterns or even animal prints.

Long Black Nails

Cute Panda Pastel Nails
Cute Panda Pastel Nails

Fasia.nails

Long Haida Gwaii Nail Art | Tribal Nails - NB4194
Long Haida Gwaii Nail Art | Tribal Nails - NB4194

Graveyard Nails | Halloween - NB603
Graveyard Nails | Halloween - NB603

Beach Wedding Dark Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-40
Beach Wedding Dark Nail Design| Wedding-NB-D-40

Scary Trees Nails | Halloween - NB707
Scary Trees Nails | Halloween - NB707

Blood Nails | Halloween - NB625
Blood Nails | Halloween - NB625

Goth Easter Nails with Chevron Tips | Easter Nails - NB3652
Goth Easter Nails with Chevron Tips | Easter Nails - NB3652

Candy Corn Nails | Halloween - NB416
Candy Corn Nails | Halloween - NB416

Embellished Easter Goth Nails | Easter Nails - NB3644
Embellished Easter Goth Nails | Easter Nails - NB3644

Soft Pink Nails Minimal Design
Soft Pink Nails Minimal Design

Matuszewsk.a

French Nails Black and Gold Design | French Manicure - NB3356
French Nails Black and Gold Design | French Manicure - NB3356

Clown Nails | Halloween - NB745
Clown Nails | Halloween - NB745

Graveyard Nails | Halloween - NB455
Graveyard Nails | Halloween - NB455

Pumpkin Nails | Halloween - NB648
Pumpkin Nails | Halloween - NB648

Leopard French Nails
Leopard French Nails

Klamaja

Luxury Christmas Trees Nails with Rhinestone | Winter - NB1293
Luxury Christmas Trees Nails with Rhinestone | Winter - NB1293

Chanel-inspired Nails Glitter Design | Branded Nails - NB4241
Chanel-inspired Nails Glitter Design | Branded Nails - NB4241

Torii Gates Nails | Cultural - NB1004
Torii Gates Nails | Cultural - NB1004

White and Black Nails with Leopard Print and Spots Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2590
White and Black Nails with Leopard Print and Spots Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2590

Mismatched Nails Leopard Print Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2518
Mismatched Nails Leopard Print Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2518

Short Black Nails

Black and Pink Leopard Print Nails Shimmer Design | Animal Print Nails - NB4319
Black and Pink Leopard Print Nails Shimmer Design | Animal Print Nails - NB4319

Black Matte Nails Minimal Accent Design | Line and Dot Nails - NB4428
Black Matte Nails Minimal Accent Design | Line and Dot Nails - NB4428

Short Glossy Nails Abstract Design | Abstract Nails - NB5498
Short Glossy Nails Abstract Design | Abstract Nails - NB5498

Black Nails for Spring with Cherry Blossoms | Spring Nails - NB3872
Black Nails for Spring with Cherry Blossoms | Spring Nails - NB3872

Summer Cow Print Nails
Summer Cow Print Nails

Mur.nails.ekaterina

Black Marble Nails | Marble Nails - NB4636
Black Marble Nails | Marble Nails - NB4636

Manicure and Pedicure Designs | Halloween - NB885
Manicure and Pedicure Designs | Halloween - NB885

Hand-painted Xmas Nails
Hand-painted Xmas Nails

Mur.nails.ekaterina

Filigree Nail Art for Men|Men's Nail-NB-D-277
Filigree Nail Art for Men|Men's Nail-NB-D-277

Glitter Nails | Halloween - NB880
Glitter Nails | Halloween - NB880

Black and Pink Heart Nails | Valentine Nails - NB2642
Black and Pink Heart Nails | Valentine Nails - NB2642

Dark Wedding Stiletto Filigree Nail Art |Wedding-NB-D-296
Dark Wedding Stiletto Filigree Nail Art |Wedding-NB-D-296

Ojibwe Animals-inspired Nails | Tribal - NB840
Ojibwe Animals-inspired Nails | Tribal - NB840

Acorn Nails | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1129
Acorn Nails | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1129

Short Ghost House Nails | Halloween Haunted House Nails - NB5976
Short Ghost House Nails | Halloween Haunted House Nails - NB5976

Black Toe Nails

Glitter Nails | Halloween - NB880
Glitter Nails | Halloween - NB880

Panda Negative Space Toenails
Panda Negative Space Toenails

Nail_sunny

Monster Nails | Halloween - NB884
Monster Nails | Halloween - NB884

Embellished Black Toenail Design for Bridesmaid| Wedding-NB-D-557
Embellished Black Toenail Design for Bridesmaid| Wedding-NB-D-557

Zebra Toenail Design
Zebra Toenail Design

Ego_alinkha

Dark Wedding Matte Toenail  Designs|Wedding-NB-D-284
Dark Wedding Matte Toenail Designs|Wedding-NB-D-284

Evil Eye Glitter Toenails
Evil Eye Glitter Toenails

Nail_sunny

Dark Wedding Black Matte Simple Toenail Designs|Wedding-NB-D-291
Dark Wedding Black Matte Simple Toenail Designs|Wedding-NB-D-291

Monster Nails | Halloween - NB883
Monster Nails | Halloween - NB883

Black Nails Gold Marble Design | Marble Nails - NB4761
Black Nails Gold Marble Design | Marble Nails - NB4761

Manicure and Pedicure Designs | Halloween - NB885
Manicure and Pedicure Designs | Halloween - NB885

French Nails | Halloween - NB869
French Nails | Halloween - NB869

Manicure and Pedicure Designs | Halloween - NB882
Manicure and Pedicure Designs | Halloween - NB882

Glossy Black Marble Mani and Pedi Design | Marble Nails - NB4756
Glossy Black Marble Mani and Pedi Design | Marble Nails - NB4756

Bakhtiari Nails | Persian | Tribal - NB318
Bakhtiari Nails | Persian | Tribal - NB318

Red and Black Valentine Candy Manicure and Pedicure Design | Valentine Nails - NB2302
Red and Black Valentine Candy Manicure and Pedicure Design | Valentine Nails - NB2302

What Are the Most Popular Nail Designs With Black?

How to Choose the Best Color Combinations for Black Nails

In fashion, there is no shortage of rules when it comes to color combinations. But when it comes to black nail designs, there really aren't any hard-and-fast rules. It can be helpful to think about what type of look you're going for. Are you going for something that has a lot of depth or dimension? Or are you looking for something bright and vibrant?
You'll also want to consider what kind of mood your outfit is trying to set. If you're going for something dark and edgy, chances are you'll want a darker base color combined with lighter accent colors. If you're looking for something more playful and fun, try pairing together two or three contrasting colors in a single design.

Here are some popular color combinations for black nail designs:

Black and silver
Black and white
Black and red
Black and gold
Black, silver, and gold
Black, blue, and white

Black and blue
Black and gray
Black and pink
Black and nude
Black, silver, and pink
Black, nude, and white

Tips for Black Nail Designs

Black polish is a great choice for darker skin tones because it'll show up more clearly on your nails than other colors would.

Use a good base coat and top coat. The quality of your base coat will make all the difference in how long your manicure lasts. The same goes for your top coat—if you use cheap ones, expect your manicure to chip quickly.

Try out different textures and finishes! You might like glittery or matte black polish, but there are so many more options: try glimmering silver or gold glitter or even holographic rainbow sparkles for something extra special.

Black polish tends to stain skin easily, so make sure you don't leave any residue around the cuticle area or underneath your nails.

Don't rely on black color to do all the work. Black is a great option for creating dark, edgy designs, but it can't do everything on its own. When choosing a design, make sure that you have plenty of other options in mind so that you can use both black-and-white and color schemes to create different looks.

Black is an intense color, so it's best paired with other intense colors like red or purple. You can even try pairing it with neon shades of green or orange for an eye-catching look that will make all eyes turn toward you!

The Best Black Nail Art Ideas

Skeleton Design Dark Nails | Halloween Skeleton Nails - NB5842
Skeleton Design Dark Nails | Halloween Skeleton Nails - NB5842

X-long Skeleton Nails Design | Halloween Skeleton Nails - NB5841
X-long Skeleton Nails Design | Halloween Skeleton Nails - NB5841

Scary Tree Nails Design with Glitter | Halloween Scary Tree Nails - NB5839
Scary Tree Nails Design with Glitter | Halloween Scary Tree Nails - NB5839

Gradient Nails with Scary Trees | Halloween Scary Tree Nails - NB5836
Gradient Nails with Scary Trees | Halloween Scary Tree Nails - NB5836

Moon and Scary Trees 3D Nails Design | Halloween Scary Tree Nails - NB5835
Moon and Scary Trees 3D Nails Design | Halloween Scary Tree Nails - NB5835

Abstract Pumpkin French Nails for Halloween | Halloween Pumpkin Nails - NB5834
Abstract Pumpkin French Nails for Halloween | Halloween Pumpkin Nails - NB5834

Dark Nails Pumpkin Design for Halloween | Halloween Pumpkin Nails - NB5833
Dark Nails Pumpkin Design for Halloween | Halloween Pumpkin Nails - NB5833

Cross Design for Halloween Nails | Halloween Cross Nails - NB5802
Cross Design for Halloween Nails | Halloween Cross Nails - NB5802

Red Cross for Halloween Nails Design | Halloween Cross Nails - NB5801
Red Cross for Halloween Nails Design | Halloween Cross Nails - NB5801

Dark Halloween Nails Cross Design | Halloween Cross Nails - NB5800
Dark Halloween Nails Cross Design | Halloween Cross Nails - NB5800

Cross and Skull Dark Nails for Halloween | Halloween Cross Nails - NB5799
Cross and Skull Dark Nails for Halloween | Halloween Cross Nails - NB5799

Glitter Design for Halloween Bloody Red Nails | Halloween Blood Nails - NB5789
Glitter Design for Halloween Bloody Red Nails | Halloween Blood Nails - NB5789

Stiletto Nails with Blood Design for Halloween | Halloween Blood Nails - NB5787
Stiletto Nails with Blood Design for Halloween | Halloween Blood Nails - NB5787

Pumpkin Spice Color Ombre Nails with Matte Finish | Fall Nails - NB5747
Pumpkin Spice Color Ombre Nails with Matte Finish | Fall Nails - NB5747

Classy Dark Nails with Fall Leaves Design in Red and Gold | Fall Nails - NB5532
Classy Dark Nails with Fall Leaves Design in Red and Gold | Fall Nails - NB5532

Geometric Abstract Nails Design | Abstract Nails - NB5512
Geometric Abstract Nails Design | Abstract Nails - NB5512

Square Nails with Abstract Design of Brush Strokes | Abstract Nails - NB5509
Square Nails with Abstract Design of Brush Strokes | Abstract Nails - NB5509

Short Glossy Nails Abstract Design | Abstract Nails - NB5498
Short Glossy Nails Abstract Design | Abstract Nails - NB5498

Glossy Abstract Nails with Neon Dots | Abstract Nails - NB5493
Glossy Abstract Nails with Neon Dots | Abstract Nails - NB5493

Matte Neon Abstract Nail Art | Abstract Nails - NB5491
Matte Neon Abstract Nail Art | Abstract Nails - NB5491

Classy Abstract Nails Design | Abstract Nails - NB5485
Classy Abstract Nails Design | Abstract Nails - NB5485

Bling Birthday Nails with Crystal Design | Birthday Nails - NB5468
Bling Birthday Nails with Crystal Design | Birthday Nails - NB5468

Bling Birthday Nails Design | Birthday Nails - NB5467
Bling Birthday Nails Design | Birthday Nails - NB5467

Neon Lightning Nail Art Idea for Party | Outline Nails - NB5423
Neon Lightning Nail Art Idea for Party | Outline Nails - NB5423

Dark Nails with Neon Outline | Outline Nails - NB5367
Dark Nails with Neon Outline | Outline Nails - NB5367

Chrome Nails with Rose Flower 3D Nail Charms | Chrome Nails - NB5315
Chrome Nails with Rose Flower 3D Nail Charms | Chrome Nails - NB5315

Chrome Nails Rose Design | Chrome Nails - NB5308
Chrome Nails Rose Design | Chrome Nails - NB5308

Chrome Rose Nail Design | Chrome Nails - NB5304
Chrome Rose Nail Design | Chrome Nails - NB5304

Chrome Nails with Rhinestone Embellishments | Chrome Nails - NB5303
Chrome Nails with Rhinestone Embellishments | Chrome Nails - NB5303

Chrome Stiletto Nails Rose Design | Chrome Nails - NB5302
Chrome Stiletto Nails Rose Design | Chrome Nails - NB5302

FAQs:

Yes, black nails can be professional. There are many different kinds of professions, and black nail polish is appropriate in most of them, from the office to the operating room. However, if you're looking for a more professional look, it's best to keep your nails naturally colored.
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