Choosing your nail color is probably not the most difficult decision you have to make in a day. However, with so many shade options, it can take some time. Fortunately, the wide range of color options available makes finding shades that complement your skin tone enjoyable. Almost every day, a new nail color is released. And brown-skinned ladies, there are so many shades designed specifically for you. The best nail colors for dark skin tones cover pretty much every color of the rainbow. There isn’t a single color that doesn’t look good on your melanin-rich skin. High-impact colors stand out against dark skin tones, while deep, sultry colors blend seamlessly. Rejoice: we lucked out in this category (unfortunately, foundation shade ranges remain limited for dark skin tones).Â
If you usually stick to the same nail colors for your dark skin, you can’t go wrong with a little experimentation. We’re all creatures of habit when it comes to our favorite nail colors, but allow yourself to experiment more with vivid, brighter shades that will pop against your deep complexion or neutral shades that suit your skin perfectly. Take a look at these X fun nail colors that look great on dark skin tones.
An Archive Of 20 Best Nail Colors On Dark Skin
Brown Nails On Dark Skin
This design is adorable. I love that there are various colors used on these nails, ranging from light brown to dark brown and from light pink to white. The artist also created a lot of patterns, making the nails much more entertaining to look at. I think this one will complement all skin colors, even the darkest ones.
Acrylic Nails On Dark Skin
This is one eye-popping design. If you are obsessed with nail art, this one should be in your collection. The gold color stands out perfectly thanks to your dark complexion. Hence, the darker you are, the better your nails will look. On the other hand, this design really reminds me of Cleopatra and other ancient Egyptian queens, whose hobby it was to decorate themselves in shimmering gold accessories.
Short Nails On Dark Skin
This is one classic brown nail design. The gold flakes elevate the nails very well.
Fall Nails On Dark Skin
Black ladies can also rock fall nails. If you are afraid that orange may be too much for you, you can change to a darker color, such as the design above. However, to me, as long as one is confident, anything is possible.
Neutral Nail Polish Dark Skin
This design is cute and luxurious.
Almond Nails On Dark Skin
If you are a dreamy person, you totally rock this design. It will levitate you to the top of the sky (in your imagination, of course).
Dark Brown Nails On Dark Skin
OMG! I am obsessed with this one. This is a smart idea. Instead of painting your nails with the classic light pink polish, you can just go for a color that has the same shade as your skin. I guarantee the result will be as stunning as this one.
Matte Nails On Dark Skin
Believe me, dark green is every black girl’s best friend.
Matte Brown Nails On Dark Skin
The leopard pattern will always be chic and classy.
Peach Nail Polish On Dark Skin
I think you should try rocking light pink sometimes. After one try, you will fall in love with it.
Nude Nail Polish Dark Skin
This is the one. Brown and white ombre can never be as pretty as when it is rocked by African girls.
Few! Choosing nail colors is definitely not as hard and depressing as choosing foundations. Although you are introduced to so many new shades and styles, it may not save you any time in picking out the one that suits you the most. Well, at least we are doing it with joy!
