Formal wear for your fingertips.

But might we suggest something a little more formal (wear)?

Tuxedo nails take their name from the satin-detailed suiting often donned for special occasions.

Close up of a tuxedo manicure against a white background

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The look marries classicblack and whitein geometric designs ranging from spot-on recreations to sets that simply evoke the attire.

Read on to learn everything you oughta know about the trend.

What Are Tuxedo Nails?

Close up of a manicure with a sheer base and black and white geometric details

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Tuxedo nails feature graphic, geometric designs in solid black and whitethere are no florals,auras, orchromehere.

What makes it a tuxedo manicure is the combination of colors and the geometry of the designs.

Close up of a manicure with black and white tips

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