advertise

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

Ghost Nails | Halloween - NB614
Ghost Nails | Halloween - NB614

Pumpkin Nails | Halloween - NB383
Pumpkin Nails | Halloween - NB383

Skulls and Roses Nails | Halloween - NB611
Skulls and Roses Nails | Halloween - NB611

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

Black and Rose Gold Leopard Nails Design | Animal Print Nails - NB4314
Black and Rose Gold Leopard Nails Design | Animal Print Nails - NB4314

The Nun and Cross Halloween Nails
The Nun and Cross Halloween Nails

Melificentnailartistry

Glossy Black Nails with Leopard Print Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2586
Glossy Black Nails with Leopard Print Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2586

Black Maple Leaf Nail Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1512
Black Maple Leaf Nail Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB1512

Short Black Nails

Qashqai Nails | Persian | Tribal - NB186
Qashqai Nails | Persian | Tribal - NB186

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

Qashqai Nails | Persian | Tribal - NB190
Qashqai Nails | Persian | Tribal - NB190

Glossy Black Nails with a Rainbow Flag Accent Nail | Pride | LGBTQIA2S+ Nails - NB2083
Glossy Black Nails with a Rainbow Flag Accent Nail | Pride | LGBTQIA2S+ Nails - NB2083

Short Glossy Nails Brain Design | Halloween Brain Nails - NB5890
Short Glossy Nails Brain Design | Halloween Brain Nails - NB5890

Aztec Nails | Tribal - NB339
Aztec Nails | Tribal - NB339

Branded Houndstooth Pattern Nails
Branded Houndstooth Pattern Nails

Gallinaz_nail

Coloring Book Inspiration Nails
Coloring Book Inspiration Nails

Daimondhand

Black Toe Nails

Zebra Toenail Design
Zebra Toenail Design

Ego_alinkha

Evil Eye Glitter Toenails
Evil Eye Glitter Toenails

Nail_sunny

Panda Negative Space Toenails
Panda Negative Space Toenails

Nail_sunny

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

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

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

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

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

Black Chalkboard Nails for Easter | Easter Nails - NB3565
Black Chalkboard Nails for Easter | Easter Nails - NB3565

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

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

Embellished Black Nails Tip | French Manicure - NB3354
Embellished Black Nails Tip | French Manicure - NB3354

Speckled Glossy Black French Nails | French Manicure - NB3349
Speckled Glossy Black French Nails | French Manicure - NB3349

Black Textured Nail Design for Groom| Men
Black Textured Nail Design for Groom| Men's Nail-NB-D-533

Male Grooming Black Matte with Gold Geometric Nail Design| Men
Male Grooming Black Matte with Gold Geometric Nail Design| Men's Nail-NB-D-532

Rhinestone Design on Black Nails for Groom| Men
Rhinestone Design on Black Nails for Groom| Men's Nail-NB-D-523

Black Nails with Micro French Tips | French Manicure - NB3348
Black Nails with Micro French Tips | French Manicure - NB3348

Black Nail Design for Men| Men
Black Nail Design for Men| Men's Nail-NB-D-518

Black Crushed Stones Nails Design | French Manicure - NB3341
Black Crushed Stones Nails Design | French Manicure - NB3341

Black French Tips with Gold Glitter Design | French Manicure - NB3340
Black French Tips with Gold Glitter Design | French Manicure - NB3340

Black French Nails Glitter Design | French Manicure - NB3337
Black French Nails Glitter Design | French Manicure - NB3337

Male Grooming Black and Silver Nail Design| Mens Nail-NB-D-515
Male Grooming Black and Silver Nail Design| Mens Nail-NB-D-515

Black and White Nails with Ocean Pattern | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3270
Black and White Nails with Ocean Pattern | Save the Ocean Nails - NB3270

Tropical Parrots on Glossy Black Nails|Tropical-NB-D-505
Tropical Parrots on Glossy Black Nails|Tropical-NB-D-505

Tropical Parrots Black French with Leaf Nail Design|Tropical-NB-D-500
Tropical Parrots Black French with Leaf Nail Design|Tropical-NB-D-500

Black Matte Tropical Parrots Nail Design|Tropical-NB-D-497
Black Matte Tropical Parrots Nail Design|Tropical-NB-D-497

Black and Silver 40th Birthday Nails Design | 40th Birthday Nails - NB3231
Black and Silver 40th Birthday Nails Design | 40th Birthday Nails - NB3231

Accent Black Nail Design for Boho Wedding |Wedding-NB-D-477
Accent Black Nail Design for Boho Wedding |Wedding-NB-D-477

Dark Wedding Elegant Black Nails with Red Design|Wedding-NB-D-439
Dark Wedding Elegant Black Nails with Red Design|Wedding-NB-D-439

Dark Wedding Black Matte and Pink Nail Design|Wedding-NB-D-432
Dark Wedding Black Matte and Pink Nail Design|Wedding-NB-D-432

Dark Wedding Black Nail Design|Wedding-NB-D-431
Dark Wedding Black Nail Design|Wedding-NB-D-431

Black and Red Hearts Nails | Valentine Nails - NB3052
Black and Red Hearts Nails | Valentine Nails - NB3052

Matte Black Nails with Red Hearts and Confetti Design | Valentine Nails - NB3051
Matte Black Nails with Red Hearts and Confetti Design | Valentine Nails - NB3051

Black French Outline Nails | Minimal Nails - NB2965
Black French Outline Nails | Minimal Nails - NB2965

Gold Leaves Design on Black Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB2960
Gold Leaves Design on Black Nails | Nature-inspired Nails - NB2960

Black Nails Gold Foliage Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB2958
Black Nails Gold Foliage Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB2958

Black Nails Gold Leaf Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB2953
Black Nails Gold Leaf Design | Nature-inspired Nails - NB2953

Dark Wedding Black Matte with Foil Nail Design|Wedding-NB-D-426
Dark Wedding Black Matte with Foil Nail Design|Wedding-NB-D-426

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.
Let Us Know Your Ideas and Suggestions