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Matte black is one of those nail polish colors that often gets overlooked when choosing the perfect shade for your next mani. But we have a newsflash for you: Black is a must-try nail color that can be worn by anyone, any time of year.
While we're not ones to overlook the fact that matte black is often associated with gothic garb and Halloween, we're also not ones to totally ignore an edgy shade with so much potential. Plus, it all comes down to how you wear the color, not the color itself.
Since that can be a tricky concept to grasp, we're here to illustrate it for you with 30 of our favorite matte black nail designs snagged off the 'gram. Ahead you'll find a mixture of all-black, part-black, and mixed-finish manicures worth saving for your next nail appointment. Who knows, you might even want to bookmark a few by the end of this post.
Matte + Marbled
Here's another nail art idea for those who aren't quite ready to go full black with their manicure.
Almond Drip
Matte black nails always look fab, but there's no denying that they look even fiercer when paired with an almond nail shape.
Faux Stiletto Tips
If you love the look of stiletto nails but aren't ready to sharpen your tips, consider this coffin shape with artfully-applied paint for a pointy nail look.