24 Black Glitter Nail Ideas for a Sophisticated and Sparkly Mani (2024)

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Black nails get a bad rap for having a goth vibe, while glitter nails tend to be considered on the other end of the spectrum as childish or immature. However, we say none of those notions are true and there are tons of creative ways to wear them both. And guess what? You can even pair the two together for a surprisingly stunning, versatile, and even quite sophisticated combo. Think: Black-tie mani. To prove it, we rounded up 24 black glitter nail ideas to inspire your next mani—keep reading to find your perfect match.

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Wavy Black Glitter

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How pretty is this black glitter mani with wavy and French tip accent nails? Despite the mesmerizing allure, this manicure is actually fairly easy to recreate: All you need is a fine-lining nail art brush and some French mani nail stickers (like the Orly Half Moon Guides) to achieve the design.

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Black Glitter Beyhive

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Looking for a black glitter mani fitting of the Renaissance tour? While opting for silver or gold will make for a glamorous metallic mani, you can't go wrong with a sparkly take on classic black and yellow for a Beyhive-inspired nail look.

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Ombré Glitter Meets Matte

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Glitter might shimmer and shine, but your full nail look doesn't have to be reflective to the high heavens. We love the balance that comes from alternating a matte black design with ombré black glitter, complete with silver stars and stripes.

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Black Geode Gems

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If crystals are a part of your daily routine, these black opal gemstone nails will make your heart flutter. They're black glitter done oh-so-subtle.

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Silvery Black Glitter Nails

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Velvet nails are endlessly posh this year, making this sultry black glitter nail look a perfect pick. Nail artist Melanie Graves used Gelcare Official's UV Gel Nail Polish in the color Midnight Velvet to create the look.

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Eclectic Wavy Checkerboard

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If you prefer a mismatched mani, check out this disco-inspired wavy checkerboard look. The trick to making this design pop is to use fine white lines, glossy black polish, and holographic black chrome polish in unison.

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Cow Print

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How chic is this glittery black cow print mani?! On a matte base, the black, glitter texture is the star of the show.

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Emoji Black Glitter Nails

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Emoji nails have been having a moment recently, and this black glitter mani reminds us of the power of a fun design. We love the evil eye heart accent on the middle finger. Nail artist, Brittney Ellen, created the look using Lights Lacquer Nail Polish in the shades Meet Me At Space, Cubana, Paper Snow, and Clueless.

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Black Glitter Swirl

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Hoping for more than just one wavy accent nail? Opt for a black glitter swirl manicure. Nail artist, Dayanna I. Sapiens, created this gorgeous nail look with Le Mini Macaron Gel Polish in the shades Crème Brûlée and Licorice mixed with Platinum Sparkle.

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Black Glitter Stripes

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Looking for a design that feels subtle, yet special? Similar to French tips, but more geometric, the diagonal black glittery stripes on the tips of these long square nails take things up a notch.

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Black and Gold

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For a glitzy black glitter nail look, opt for gold flecks. You'll need Mooncat's Lacquer in the shade, Pumpkin King. To ensure your nails look freshly (and professionally) painted, dip a dense, angled nail brush in polish remover to clean up the edges.

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Black Glitter Snowflake Nails

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Love a seasonal nail look? Try pairing your black glitter nails with pretty snowflake accents. To DIY this exact nail look, you'll need the Lights Lacquer Nail Polish in the shades City of Stars, Paper Snow, Tuxedo Mask, and Clueless.

Dark and Sparkly Drip

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For an art deco nail look, copy this drip-inspired black glitter manicure. Nail artist, Aistė Haas, brought it to life using Kiara Sky's Soak-Off Gel Polish in the shades Laven-Dare, Midnight Fling, and Negative Space.

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Black Glitter Textured Polka Dots

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3D nails are popular this year, as are textured nails. With that in mind, how fun are these half-and-half polka-dot nails? They remind us of '90s fashion in the very best way. In reality, though, they're inspired by Chanel's spring 2021 couture collection, making this mani feel even chicer.

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Black Glitzy Frenchies

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If full-on black glitter nail polish feels a bit too dark, you may prefer this set of black glitter Frenchies instead. You get the best of both worlds with dark glitter tips, plus clean, neutral polish on the majority of your nails.

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Dark Champagne

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This manicure might not showcase black glitter, but it combines glitter and black polish nonetheless. We especially like this nail look for folks who prefer neutral manis, as it's subtle, smart, and undeniably fashion-forward. And it's easy to DIY, too: Just start with a champagne shimmer base and accent it with a fine vertical line of black polish. Finish with a top coat, and you're done.

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Glittery Chrome Mismatch

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Hoping for a mani that feels more funky-fresh? You'll love this rainbow chrome nail look dotted with jet-black polish. It's another of Ellen's masterpieces, which she created using Lights Lacquer Nail Polish in the shade Tuxedo Mask paired with Beetles Gel Polish Holo Chrome Powder.

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Tuxedo Glitter French

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Why stick to black glitter nails when you can intersperse them with white glitter? Ellen created this charming mash-up using Lights Lacquer Nail Polish in the shades City of Stars and Tuxedo Mask.

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Black Galaxy

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Looking for max shine? These black galaxy nails have a subtle green shift thanks to iridescent chrome.

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Black Velvet

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Perfect for Halloween, this is one ghoulishly good nail look you'll want to keep in mind for the holiday. Velvet effect polish makes for the chicest ghosts we've ever seen.

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Black Glitter Foil Nails

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Black glitter nails don't have to be super bold. This black glitter foil mani makes for a moodier, more toned-down take on the trend.

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Starry Night

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If you have a nail appointment coming up with no clue of what to get, let us recommend glittery black stars on a milky base. Whether you opt for every nail or as an accent nail (as pictured), stars make a very wearable nail art trend.

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Jet Black Soul

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You can always keep it simple and opt for a solid black shimmer base, which is what celebrity nail artist, Betina Goldstein, did here. For this dark and decadent look, she used Chanel's Le Vernis Longwear Nail Colour in the shade Sequins.

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Glittery Hearts

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If you want to make black glitter polish feel girly, take notes. On a black glittery base, pink hearts fit into the stiletto pointed tips perfectly.