As it turns out, dark aura nails possess a moody, mystical vibe perfect for the cooler months.

Don’t believe us?

Scroll on for 19 dark aura nail ideas, from witchy black-and-silver sets to rich plum manis.

a dark purple aura manicure

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Black and Silver Aura Mismatched Nails

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Not ready to go full dark?

Consider a starkblack-and-whiteaura mani.

Top it with silver swirls, stars, and gems for a touch of glamour.

a dark blue mismatched aura manicure

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Berry Aura Nails

Looking for something it’s possible for you to easily DIY?

This berry aura nail look is a breeze to recreate.

Autumn Aura Mismatched Nails

Not ready to go full-on winter with your manicure?

a black, white, and gray aura manicure with silver accents

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Check out this autumn aura mismatched mani.

We love how it looks in an aura fade topped with clear builder gel accents.

Autumn Ember Aura Nails

Most dark aura nails are cool-toned.

a deep berry aura manicure

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But as this manicure demonstrates, cozy, dark, warm fades are just as lovely.

To recreate the look, paint a rectangular beauty sponge with a peachy-amber center bordered by mahogany brown.

Dab it onto each nail and finish with a glossy top coat.

an mismatched manicure with blooming gel, builder gel, and french tips

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Black and White Mismatched Aura Mani

Another black-and-white aura mani that caught our attention?

This sheer, cyber-esque beauty.

The gem accents give the otherwise futuristic nail look a rather girly touch.

a black manicure with auras, french tips, and builder gel accents

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The rich color reminds us of cranberry, cozy sweaters, and the holidays.

Don’t forget a glossy or matte top coat to complete the look and extend your wear time.

Then, for extra sparkle, add a few gemstones to the mix.

a red-orange aura manicure

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Olive Aura Nails

How pretty is thisoliveaura mani?

It’s the perfect fall nail lookespecially with the shimmery 3D foliage accents.

Fun Cyber Aura Nails

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Can’t decide on a single design?

a dark aura manicure topped with silver chrome builder gel accents

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Pick a few for a fun mismatched mani.

Dewdrop Aura Nails

An easy way to elevate any aura mani?

Add a few (or several) cleardewdrop accentson top.

a deep red aura manicure topped with builder gel accents to look like a pomegranate

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Plum Shimmer Aura Nails

Dark aura manicures often look super moody.

If your preference is more feminine nail looks, add some sparkles to the mix.

Take it over the top by incorporating teeny hearts.

a mismatched manicure in black, brown, and white

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Snowflake Shimmer Aura Nails

Speaking of sparkly aura manicures, check out this prettysnowflake design.

It’s the perfect winter manicure.

a moody blood-red aura manicure with heavy chrome accents

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a black and dark blue aura manicure

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a black stiletto manicure with silver chrome designs on top

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an olive aura manicure topped with gold and brown accents

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a manicure with dark aura nails and nude milky chrome nails

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a black and white to gray aura manicure with silver chrome accents

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a navy blue aura manicure

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a black and white and nude and black aura manicure topped with builder gel dewdrops

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a dark plum aura manicure topped with hearts and sparkles

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a dark aura manicure topped with snowflakes

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