Long gone are the days when black nails were associated exclusively with gothic and grunge style. Today, a fashionable black manicure is almost a classic. What new designs are offered to us by manicurists this year?
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Black manicure for different nail shapes
Black gel polish is beautiful because it can be applied to any shape and length. And it will always be beautiful. Almost every wardrobe has black items and accessories, and even a small dark belt around the waist will come to life when combined with a black manicure.
Considering the fashion for minimalism, the most relevant would be a single color on short square nails and almonds. However, the designs paired with black color are simply stunning and we have to make an exception and succumb to these alluring designs and sparkles.
For short nails
Black color on short nails is practical and stylish. In everyday life, we constantly float between different roles. Work, children, going out, no matter who you need to be, black short nails will be the theme.
The beauty of short nails is that they won’t look tacky even when you decide to go for a run in a tracksuit, or walk the dog in the evening in your favorite warm cardigan.
For long nails
To prevent black color from looking vulgar on long nails, it is important to choose the right shape and pay due attention to this. Black color accentuates the imperfections of the nail plate.
Unfortunately, few people can boast of perfect black nails; as they grow, they often curl on the sides or inward. If you decide to get a black manicure, ask your nail technician to cut and adjust the shape to the perfect result, and only then can you afford a black coating.
When choosing a design, keep in mind that long black nails themselves will attract the attention of others, and give preference to more diluted designs. Such as glitter, geometry, minimalism, French, holes.
For sharp nails
We will not advise those with sharp nails to be more modest. After all, modest women do not wear such a bold uniform. No matter how society views this form, no one will deny that black color and sharp marigolds are simply made for each other. Black nails are a great field for experimentation. Fiery drawings, artistic paintings, stones, all this, on a sharp form in black, is simply mesmerizing.
Shape almonds
Almonds in black are bold and tasteful. Black color adds charm and helps show character. After all, nude almonds and black evoke completely opposite opinions about their owner. Don't be afraid to be different, experiment!
For square nails
A square black manicure fits perfectly into office and business dress codes. Accents in the form of black shoes and neatly tied hair in a ponytail will help complement the image of a competent and smart employee. And if you choose the right red lipstick, you will be flawless.
Matte
A matte top applied over gel polish makes the design less provocative and turns it into a casual, office or business look. For a corporate event, or just a romantic dinner in a restaurant, add rhinestones to a matte manicure or combine it with a bright color, also a muted velvet top.
Matte manicure ideas
Subdued manicure ideas
Black nail design
What a variety of designs exist in tandem with black shellac. There's simply no counting them. Even at first glance, green or gold nails may turn out to be black. Black is an indispensable background for rubbing and magnetic gel polishes. It accentuates any design and helps create the perfect marble effect. We have collected the best designs and new items for 2022, and arranged them in a convenient selection by category.
With an image
Thanks to the black color, the painting on the nails becomes deeper and more voluminous. On a black background, you can achieve a slight veil effect, and highlight the color of the design itself and make it richer. Lately, Instagram has been blowing up with a variety of flowers and sea creatures painted on a black background.
Matte
Black with a matte texture reminiscent of velvet. Even without design, dark matte nails cannot be called banal and boring. They are charming and soften the harsh effect of the color.
We simply cannot deceive you, beloved readers, and convince you that matte black nails are comfortable. They are short-lived, the texture will be velvety for no more than 2 weeks, and all the dust and small specks are visible on them. If you apply cream to your hands, matte nails will become not so matte. But despite these disadvantages, we still recommend trying matte black sock nails. Their advantages and appearance will cover all the shortcomings.
Black French
Unlike the classic white French jacket, black is bolder and not as versatile. It will complement the image, but only if the image itself and its details are carefully thought out. Perfect for brunettes and lovers of black clothes.
If you add rhinestones to a couple of holes, this manicure will become more festive. By the way, you can do this not immediately, but right before the event, so you don’t have to wear pompous nails in everyday life.
Geometry
Geometry has captured our minds with its clear lines and variety of options. Geometry with black manicure are excellent allies. The geometry itself evokes a sense of precision and subtlety of taste, while black is a clear and simple color.
Marble
On a black background for marble, diluted white gel polish and glitter are usually used. Marble truly resembles the natural natural structure of stone. It does not look flashy or intrusive on nails; smooth transitions smooth out the impression.
cat's eye
There is a special place in heaven for the person who came up with the idea of applying magnetic gel polishes on a black background. It is absolutely indispensable if you want to achieve maximum depth of play.
When applying a black base coat, be sure to work the area under the cuticle, because black is applied in only one layer. But it is better to apply magnetic shellac in two layers, so you will get more volume.
Lunar
Holes are a classic, they are relevant with any color, including black. It is better to leave the hole area without color, without highlighting it with bright accents. Of course, this is a matter of taste, but we rely on fashion trends dictated by minimalism and naturalness.
By the way, a manicure with holes can be worn much longer than usual; with them, the overgrown part of the nail is not very noticeable. The only caveat is the length. This trick will only work with medium and short nails; we do not recommend over-wearing the coating on long lengths, as there is a risk of breaking the nails.
Gradient
A gradient made only in black, without adding other shades, is not very popular. Because to carry out such a design you need a highly qualified craftsman and honed skills. There is a fine line between a beautiful transition and a mess. This is especially true with black.
Black ombre goes with:
- red;
- blue;
- burgundy;
- gray;
- neon flowers.
However, you can use other, preferably dark, shades. The main thing is to paint an adjacent color between them, for example, between black and purple - dark blue.
With stripes
Stripes appeared relatively recently, and girls quickly fell in love with them. They are simple and stylish. Add stripes to a black manicure and they will brighten up any look.
Secrets of a perfect manicure
The combination of black and silver in nail art has several nuances that should definitely be taken into account.
- The pigmentation of dark varnish is such that it easily eats into the nail plate and stains it. To avoid this trouble, take care of degreasing and base coating.
- Square nail shapes with sharp edges are not very suitable for such an extravagant design. But the rounded outlines of the nail plate go perfectly with it. Natural length and smooth shape are at the peak of popularity.
- Black nail polish has a number of requirements for its application. He does not forgive unevenness and sloppiness. Make sure the coating is even, the nails are in perfect condition, and then your manicure will turn out flawless.
Black manicure with silver for square nails
Shiny black nails
Designs with glitter elements on any nails are quite attractive, but a black background adds contrast, and the glitter and shimmer become even more distinct and beautiful.
Yes, we are girls, and we love glitter, and lots of it! There is no escape from this. Let's confess this endless love to ourselves and see how rhinestones, glitters and sequins can be used on black nails.
With gold
There are many shiny gold gel polishes, they differ mainly in density. Whether you choose warm or soft gold is up to you. Also, adhesive strips, foil for imprinting, and straight lines with glitter are used as a gold accent.
With silver
Foil and glitter also serve as silver, but more often they stretch from the cuticle to the middle of the nail, this gives airiness and innocence.
With rhinestones
Rhinestones differ in color, size, edges, but their main difference is, of course, quality. Choose Svarovski instead of cheap plastic rhinestones from Aliexpress, they will last the entire wear period, will not wear off, and will not become cloudy.
If you want rhinestones and glitter, black is the right choice. Black will make them even more beautiful and enhance the mesmerizing shine.
With rubbing
In 70% of cases, a black backing will be required for rubbing. Of course, these are no longer completely black nails. But without black gel polish you can’t cope with the task.
However, if you leave a few nails black and decorate the rest with rubbing, the result will be just a bomb.
With glitter
Glitter has become a classic in recent years. They won't surprise anyone anymore. But this does not negate the fact that they go perfectly with black. Glitter of any color, be it blue or silver, will look equally good on a black base.
Broken glass on black surface
The black base is very suitable for performing various techniques. Here you can safely make drawings, patterns, use decor and much more. The popular and very effective technique of broken glass is performed by applying special segments in an asymmetrical direction. In this case, the decor can have absolutely any color. This is how a few black marigolds are usually decorated as an accent.
Nail design with black color
In addition to special designs, black varnish also harmonizes with various colors. We have selected many ideas, among them you will definitely find your own option.
With red
With white
With pink
With beige
Yellow-black
Orange-black
Burgundy-black
Gray-black
With blue
With blue
With green
A few more design examples that did not fall into our categories:
As we see, black manicure has a huge number of design options. It is not necessary to wear it only in bad mood and weather. With it you can create a lot of different designs. We hope that you have already fallen in love with this stylish color and found what you need. A team of Prostonail experts was with you
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Combination of pink and black
A black monochromatic coating is often combined with pink. And it doesn’t matter at all whether it will be bright or soft, pastel. You should choose the option that is best suited for the implementation of the chosen design. That is, a delicate floral pattern will look best in pastel colors. Despite such a strong contrast, the manicure will turn out decent and relevant this year.
To create an abstract design or a lunar manicure, you should use brighter shades of pink. It could be raspberry or even fuchsia. Thanks to this solution, the manicure turns out bright and catchy. Therefore, it is not worth decorating it with various details. It would be optimal to use a small amount of rhinestones on two nails, no more.
