@houseofbeauty_byamy
Nail art is just like makeup.
It gives us a chance to play with color and shape to express an underlying mood.
Black with Red Border
@aliciatnails
Alicia Torello is an editorial manicurist based in New York City.
@houseofbeauty_byamy
This is just one example of the artsy nail designs you’re free to request.
The red squiggle and dalmatian spots were inspired by iconic Disney villain Cruella de Vil.
Inspiration aside, it looks like a cool piece of modern art.
@aliciatnails
Classic Ombre
A vampy black-to-red ombre mani is the perfect combination of goth and smolder.
The stiletto shape really does it for us, too.
ToDIY your ombre nails, simply use a makeup sponge layered with your colors and press onto each nail.
@paintboxnails
Don’t think we didn’t notice that inky rock ‘n’ roll kajal liner, either.
What really takes these up a notch is the subtle red-to-black ombre base.
Dots and Hearts
@thenailboxxchi
How cute are these red hearts with eyeballs?
@chillhouse
The dots add a whole extra level of playfulness.
Vampy Roses
Yasuda’s Instagram account really is rife with nail art inspo.
This time, it’s a black-and-red rose manicure that’s equal parts romantic and vampy.
@houseofbeauty_byamy
Flames and Dragons
@davenailz
These are absolutely blowing our minds.
We’re also very much intrigued by the mix of squared French tips in black.
Use an ultra-fine detailing nail brush or a toothpick to sketch out your designs.
@naominailsnyc
Smoked-Out Flowers
To us, this rosy design is the ultimate example of amazing floral nail art.
Everything about it is perfect, from the whimsical way the roses are drawn to the clear-to-black ombre base.
Again, we’re obsessed.
@naominailsnyc
You’re done in just three simple steps.
Checkered Print
This mani gives us major NASCAR vibes.
The easiest way to recreate these clean, straight lines is to tape off the edges of each checker.
@thenailboxxchi
This way, when you lift the tape, you’re left with crisp, mess-free lines.
Here, celebrity nail artist BhamB Nails is using The Gel Bottle in the shadeCandy($19).
Hello Kitty Nails
We’re loving the wavy vertical black and red lines herethey’re very ’80s.
@naominailsnyc
Geometric Accent Nails
@jewelz_nailart
Bright and electric meets geometric spider web.
For clean geometric lines like this, try using a striping tape if you’re uncomfortable free-handing.
Leopard Print
There’s something about matte nails that makes us do a double-take.
@davenailz
These maroon and black leopard-print tips have us swooning.
Also, note the added contrast with a matte base and glossy details.
Luckily, there are options to get professional-level calligraphy nails at home.
@paragonnails
We suggest the Static Nails Liquid Glass Mattifier.
Cherry Art
BhamB Nails just doesnotmiss.
How stunning are these cherry nails?
@vanityprojects
We love how the black tips add a bit of edge to the otherwise cutesy look.
Dracula Fangs
@thehangedit
How precious (not to mention fierce) are these nude fang nails?
In other words, we dig it.
@bhambnails
Hand-Painted Roses
Aiming for a dark Ophelia vibe?
These black-and-red rose nails are a fun pick.
Best of all, you’re free to DIY them.
@paintboxnails
Crescent Swirls
These black-and-red nails have an artsy graffiti effect that we can’t stop staring at.
Since it’s pretty abstract, it makes for a manageable DIY.
Striped Ombre
We can’t help but feel velvety vibes from these ombre nails.
@jewelz_nailart
To DIY, create your ombre base transitioning from black to red going left to right.
Let this dry fully before taping off the horizontal rectangle and painting your gradient going in the opposite direction.
Graphic Art
These are the ultimate rocker chick nails.
@naominailsnyc
We’re getting very much Hot Topic era meets modern chic here.
Opt for a punchy red like Manicurist Red Cherry.
Lipstick Nails
@limoncellofresh
Red is the ultimate color for some sassylipstick nails.
@thenailboxxchi
@thenailboxxchi
@bhambnails
@thehangedit
*@color.city_*
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