24 Black Nail Designs | POPSUGAR Beauty

The leaves aren’t the only thing changing color this time of year. It’s officially time to pack away your bright summer nail polish and embrace the rich, moody hues of fall. Gray, deep burgundy, and shades of brown all become popular as the weather gets chillier, but one shade stands out as the color of the season — black. The deepest shade of them all is more versatile than you’d think. Whether on short nails, a coffin shape, or pointy stiletto nails, black nail polish can be an incredibly chic way to take your love for this time of year to the next level. It’s almost hard to resist pairing your manicure with a pumpkin-spiced latte and cozy knits this time of year.

Black nails not only work as a perfect canvas for stencil designs and nail art, but the shade complements any outfit by adding an element of sleek sophistication and edge that transitions seamlessly from day to night. (And plenty of people think black wedding nails are great.)

“As mornings and evenings grow cooler and fashion shifts towards fall, the appeal of a black manicure becomes more popular,” salon owner Yukie Natori tells PS. “Though it may seem simple, black’s depth is immeasurable and has its own uniqueness and charm.”

Whether you want to transition to the dark side for fall or are looking for some fresh nail art to mix things up this season, black nails offer endless possibilities for creating bold, stylish looks that stand out. Keep scrolling to see fresh black nail designs to inspire your next manicure.

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Yukie Natori is the owner of Yukie Natori Salon in New York City.