50 Trendy Black Nail Designs and Nail Arts for 2024 - NAILSPIRATION (2024)

Black nail designs offer endless possibilities for women of all ages and tastes. Join us as we dive into the world of black nail art, exploring what designs are trendy rn, and what nail lengths and shapes are in trend in 2024. Discover how the seemingly simple black color can be transformed into captivating works of art, reflecting personality, mood, and attitude like never before.

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What Black Nail Designs Are Trendy in 2024

Usually we start every article about nail colors with the description of the shades. But do the black nail color has these “different shades”? Isn’t it just the classic black color and that’s it? Basically, it is one black color. However, even this color has several option, including the deepest black, the charcoal black, the obsidian shade, and some lighter aka dark gray tones. So, if you want to buy a black nail polish, you still have some options and can choose that one and only favorite black that will look perfect on your nails.

Now a quick Q&A section:

Do black nails look classy? Black nails look elegant, striking, very bold and edgy.

Do black nails look nice? Why not? Black nails have the power to look different in different situations. Everything depends on the cloths and accessories you wear.

Are black nails acceptable? Black nails are a timeless classic, that will never go out of style. However, you need to understand that they are not for every occasion.

Do black nails match everything? Yes, black nails look great with every outfit, with all accessories, and can be worn to all occasions now, even for weddings, prom parties, etc. Black is not only for goths anymore.

Most Beautiful Black Nail Designs for You to Slay

Time for pictures, ladies. They are really cute, we swear.

– Matte Black Nails with White Leaves. The most classic options of black nails are the glossy black nails and the matte black nails. This time the nail master added contrasting white leaves to the matte design, and it looks super cool!

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– Square Black Nail Design. The ‘fingerprint’ nail designs have become trendy lately, and we now know why. Such nails will look non-banal and stylish.

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– Black Almond Nails. The more gloss and shine your nails have, the better. Add one shiny accent nail to your glossy black nails and feel the real power of glamour.

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– Black Polka Dot Nail Art. This nail design looks very feminine and stylish. It can be a grate fit for any outfit.

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– Glossy and Matte Black Nails. Combine different textures in your nail designs. The simplest way to do this is to mix the glossy and matte tops (aka finishes).

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– Black Nail Design with White French Tips. Black and white French nails are not an option for fait-hearted. If you want your black nails look even bolder, opt for the white French tips.

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– Black and White Nail Design. Nail masters often advise to cover only the center part of your nails with the nail polish if you want them to look longer. Here we see the same trick. Optical illusions work not only in clothes, but also on nails.

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– Squoval White and Black Nails. This design definitely has some zest! The combination of the milk white shad, the matte black finish and several rhinestones is perfect!

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– Black and Light Pink Nails. This type of design is called ‘the unicorn tears’. Make it if you wanna get tons of compliments about your manicure.

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– Long Black Nails with Red Flames Underneath. Super long nails are cool as they are, but if you add some extra details to them, the manicure comes out really stunning! This time the nail master added not just a color, they added red flame design.

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– Black Nails with White Accent Nail and Hearts. These black nails are super comfortable. The medium length, the universal squoval shape, the feminine heart design, everything is just right with this design.

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– Long Beige Nails with Black Hearts on Tips. A perfect option for the Valentine’s day and not only. You can wear this design whenever you like and to any occasion.

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– Black Nails with Gold Flakes. Here we see a stunning black nail art with gold foil accents.

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– Matte Black Nails with Green Underneath. If you want to spice up your black nail design, add bright color accents. For example, the lime green underneath as we see here.

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– Long Almond Blue Black Nails. As we have already told previously, black can be of different shades too, and here we see its blueish version. Plus the geode nail art with a touch of gold.

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– Black Fall Nail Art. Orange, brown and golden leaves on nails = a perfect fall nail art. If you pair this design with the black base, the result will be gorgeous!

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– Mismatched Black and White Nails. One hand black with an abstract design, the other hand – white with a similar design. A creative idea for creative women.

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– Simple Beige and Black Nails for Fall. If you need a quick simple nail idea for this fall, here it is. Several nails beige, several nails black, and you have your ideal sweater weather manicure.

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– Black Nails with Gold Geometric Lines. Nail tapes are a must-have accessory you need to have in our beauty arsenal if you like geometric nail designs.

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– Matte Black Nails with Leopard Design. Have you already tried dozens of black nail designs, but never with animal prints? Try this leo design, and your life will never be the same again, we swear.

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– Black Cracked Nail Design. Cracking gel polishes have been popular some time ago. Have you tried them? However, the cracked nail design can be done without special polishes too. Check out the picture below and ask your nail mater to recreate something similar on your nails.

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– Dark Blue Black Winter Nail Design. Of course, it is with snowflakes and with the cable knit ‘sweater’ design! The most desirable nail art for winter holidays, Christmas dinners, and New Year’s Eve parties.

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– Black and Silver Glitter Nail Design. Wow, this one is really stunning! Firstly, we see the mismatched nails here. Secondly, the nail master used the black and white color combination, plus added the geometric silver glitter design. So shiny. feminine. and festive!

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– Almond Matte Black Nails. To make your black matte nails even more interesting, add some nail stickers, phrases, and some foil.

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– Black French Glass Nails. Of course, with white tips for more interest! The coffin shape is marvelous!

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– White and Black Mismatched Moon and Stars Nail Design. The only problem with this design is that it is a bit hard to recreate it on your nails yourself. However, you can find similar nail stickers or ask your nail master to copy it.

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– Black Galaxy Nail Design. How could we pass by this beautiful nail art? It is a must-see nail design in every gallery of black nail arts!

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– Black and Red Nail Design. Are these bubbles? Or is this a serpent print? Anyway, the design looks bold and edgy!

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– Black Cow Nail Design. At some point of time the cow nail arts were very in. This year the design is still trendy, but in more classic colors, like this one in black and beige shades.

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– Minimalistic Black Nails with a Heart. What can be more classic than minimalistic black nails with some tiny details here and there?

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– Black Manicure with Houndstooth Accent Nails. If you are in search of new non-banal prints for your nails, here is one of them! A great idea for all seasons, but especially for fall and winter.

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– Glamorous Black and Gold Nail art Design. Need something fancy and glamorous? Opt for designs like this one.

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– Gold and Black Geode Nail Design. Such nail designs cannot go unnoticed, because they are a real masterpiece that everyone wants to examine and ask about. Ready for compliments, wows and questions? Copy it together with your nail master.

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– Gold and Black Nails. Black nails with gold glitter is a very classic combination, that is always in trend and flatters all outfits and occasions. Opt for it if you are not in the mood for choosing among lots of designs.

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– Simple Black and Beige Manicure with Metallic Beads. Silver mini metallic ‘caviar’ beads are undeservedly less popular than pixie crystals or rhinestones. They also look very stylish.

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– Black Marble Nails. One of the most popular designs among women of all ages is the marble nail art. Combine white and black marble designs in one manicure like you see in this picture.

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– Black Christmas Nails with White Snowflakes. Black nails for Christmas? Why not?! Just add white snowflakes here and there and you are ready for any holiday party or dinner.

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– Black and Silver Nails. Black nails can be boring, but you can beat this boredom by adding silver glitter and silver striping tape for nails.

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– Black Nails with Metallic Print. What about opting for a black nail design with metallic accents? We love this idea very much!

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– Black’n’Blue Manicure. This nail design remind us of the starry night sky. Moreover, it is very easy to recreate, so you can even do it at home.

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– Black Nails with Colorful Brush Strokes. We say yes to black matte oval-shaped nails, especially if they are enriched with beautiful artsy elements like these colorful brush strokes.

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– Black Nails with ‘Pixie Crystals’. For those ladies, who want to try black nails in their look, but are not ready to make all the nails black. Add several black nails, and embellish them with small crystals.

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– Matte Black Boho Nails Design. This nail design is simply adorable! Black matte base, white boho elements, contrasting red hearts, everything is balanced and on its place.

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– Oval Beige and Black Matte Nails with Geometric Design. Add one or two accent matte beige nails with geometric elements to your glossy black nails and you will not regret.

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– Long Witchy Green and Black Stiletto Nails. For every day or for the Halloween party, this design will leave everyone speechless. Need attention? Opt for it!

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– Square Black Nails with Gray and White Waves. This design is very popular in Pinterest, and we can tell you why. It is easy, you need to have only 2 base colors to recreate it (black and white), and it looks very cute.

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– Matte Black Striped Nail Design. Black matte squoval nails are classic. If you need to add an interesting detail to them, add stripes to one of the nails.

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– Crackled ‘Dragon Egg’ Purple and Black Nails. Or is it the other-worldly purple lava design? Anyway it looks cool and very ethereal.

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– Halloween Black Nail Art Design. Need black nail art for the Halloween party? Here is one that deserves your attention! The Maleficent look is classic now during Halloween, and the Maleficent nails will be also very relevant for this year’s Halloween parties.

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– Black Brand Logo Nail Design. If you like nails with logos, try to copy this design. Pink logos on black base look super cute.

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– Black Chess Nail Design. Interesting, yeah? If you like to play chess, the design is definitely for you!

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Black nails have become an empowering form of self-expression for women worldwide. So whether you opt for sleek and sophisticated black French tips, intricate gothic designs, or minimalist matte black, remember that your black nails are more than just a fashion statement; they are a reflection of your individuality and a testament to the endless creativity that lies at your fingertips. Would you try black on your nails? What design will you choose? We hope you have found several ideas here!

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FAQs

What is the black nail trend? ›

Black nails are the ultimate statement, whether dark and moody is your everyday aesthetic or you're looking for tips that say "Not today, Valentine's Day." If you've been considering a black manicure, winter is the time to get one—and we're not just talking about simple solids; black polish can be used to create some ...

Do black nails look classy? ›

Black is always elegant — you just can't beat perfectly manicured black nails for that super chic look. – They are also striking.

What does black fingernail polish mean? ›

In general, black nail polish can be seen as a symbol of rebellion or edginess, as it goes against traditional beauty standards. It can also be associated with gothic or punk subcultures. Some people may also wear black nail polish as a way to express their personal style and individuality.

What nails are in style now? ›

Artists are getting creative with their finishing touches: The classic French manicure is gilded in gold-dipped tips and pastels are getting the “cateye” treatment. You can expect new textures — like crocodile print — and the addition of 3D jewels to make designs pop.

Is black nail polish in 2024? ›

We've already seen quite a few hot nail trends emerging for winter 2023/2024 – from sultry velvet polish, to dark red tips, and latte manis galore.

What is the hottest nail trend? ›

Business Insider asked three nail professionals about trends that are in and out for 2024. Brown nails, simple rhinestone designs, and metallic finishes seem to be rising in popularity. On the other hand, jelly nails and long acrylic manicures are being replaced by minimalist trends.

Are black nails attractive to guys? ›

Nail design: Men like these colors

In a representative survey, the German Paint Institute found that men generally likeblue , but also likegray , black and brown .

What is the most attractive nail color on a black woman? ›

Anything from classic red to pastel pink will look perfect on dark skin tones. And mauve is an ideal in-between shade to bring an air of elegance and sophistication to your look. This gorgeous mix of pink and blue is a stunning step up from nude shades without dedicating your nail art to a more vibrant look.

Do dark nails make you look older? ›

Avoid Dark Colors: Dark colors, such as deep reds, purples, or blacks, can draw attention to imperfections and make hands appear older. It's best to steer clear of these shades if you want to achieve a more youthful look.

What does 1 black fingernail mean? ›

In fact, the sentiment behind black nail polish on the ring finger actually supports a very noble and important cause. Many people, including some prominent celebrities, have joined hands and painted a single fingernail in solidarity with the prevention of violence that is enacted against children.

Do guys like black nail polish on girls? ›

Some guys might be drawn to unconventional or creative nail polish colors like metallics, glitter, or even black. It's all about finding what makes you feel confident and beautiful. Ultimately, the most attractive nail polish color is the one that makes you feel the most confident and comfortable.

Why do people like black nail polish? ›

It represents strength, authority, and elegance. In the world of fashion and beauty, black nail polish is a reflection of confidence, empowerment, and a touch of mystery. Historically, black has been associated with the unknown, the vast cosmos, and the depth of the human psyche.

What is the nail trend for 2024? ›

From latte nails to bubble bath nails, ultra minimalist manicures are totally in for 2024. Lip gloss nails—which entails a clear glossy coat of polish over natural nails—perfectly epitomize this nail trend.

What nail color is in trend for 2024? ›

Vibrant Neons: Neon nail polish shades are all the rage in 2024. These bold and eye-catching colors add a pop of excitement to any manicure, making them a favorite choice for those who want to make a statement with their nails. Pastel Hues: Soft and delicate pastel nail polish colors are also trending this year.

What is the nail color trend in 2024? ›

Sheer Nail Colors for 2024

In a sea of opaque-chrome manicures and neon shades, a sheer, rosy pink has a fashionable edge (hence why it was the go-to shade at Michael Kors spring/summer 2024 show by nail artist Jin Soon Choi).

Why are so many people wearing black nail polish? ›

It's become popular within male pop culture. And guys wearing nail polish, especially black, is a way to challenge the traditional stereotypes. and express themselves in a new and unique way. At the end of the day, it's about what feels good to you.

When did black nails become popular? ›

It started back in the early - mid nineties with the 'Goth' look and it sort of hung on because of it's popularity. Really, dark nail polish was around before that since about the 1970's as just a dramatic, sexy look but really became a fad in the '90's.

What are black nails used for? ›

Construction black nails are widely used by carpenters, roofers and carpenters, as well as to create temporary connections and interior decorating for fastening wooden parts not exposed to moisture (internal structure, floors).

Why do guys paint one fingernail? ›

Men often paint one fingernail to help raise awareness about violence against children. The idea is that by painting one in five nails, it raises awareness that one in five children will be victims of sexual violence. The campaign is spearheaded by Polished Man, a nonprofit organization.

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