Lunar manicure is far from a novelty in nail design, but it has long been on the top list of the most popular decors for women. Simple in technique, simple in appearance, but with the right combination of colors, it turns out to be beautiful and versatile. It can be made for any image and for any event. Black moon manicure is a bold decision. Although this varnish has long been loved by fashionistas. In the article, we will consider what options for the black design of the moon manicure will be fashionable in the upcoming season?
The benefits of this design
Lunar manicure in black is not only a tribute to fashion, but also a lot of advantages, because of which it is worth giving preference to it. Why?
Judge for yourself:
- Firstly, the design is simple both in appearance and technique. You can easily make it yourself at home. The main thing is to be careful.
- Secondly, it doesn't look fancy or vulgar like some nail decors. It combines modesty and extravagance at the same time.
- Black moon manicure is suitable for both short and long nails. The main thing is to choose the right colors for black.
- This manicure design is universal. With the right selection of shades, it can be made for a social event, and for a romantic date, and even for an official day.
- If you make such a design in black, and leave the holes colorless (camouflage), then with the growth of nails, the regrown edge will not be significantly "striking". Yes, and a manicure with such a design looks neat and beautiful. It is also called reverse French.
How to make a moon manicure?
As mentioned earlier, reverse French is easy to do even on your own at home. The execution technique will still take some time, but there will be no difficulties. The sequence of actions is as follows (simple version):
- First of all, the nail plate needs to be prepared, namely degreased.
- Then you can start applying the base. It needs to be thoroughly dried.
- Next, the design is applied. Since we are talking about black manicure, we take it as the main one for the lunar design.
- First, with a thin brush, circle the bottom edge of the hole. And then you can safely paint over the entire nail plate, leaving the hole intact.
- As soon as the first coat of varnish is applied, it must be dried.
- Then apply a second and dry too.
- Black moon manicure is ready.
But it is much more convenient to use, especially for beginners, stencils that seal the holes and apply varnish on top. After drying the coating stencilscarefully removed, and the wells remain intact. Such templates can be purchased at any nail store or cut out yourself from adhesive paper.
The simplest type of stencil is a thin paper strip that clearly delimits the area of the hole and the upper edge of the nail plate.
Small length
A question that is relevant for owners of short nails: is a black moon manicure suitable for short nails? Yes, if you choose the right colors and execution of manicure. No matter how paradoxical it may sound, the task of the reverse jacket on short nails is to lengthen them. Here are some suitable options:
- "Three waves and a white hole". This design will combine ombre and moon decor at the same time. The holes will be white. And the remaining intact part of the nail plate is divided into three equal rounded (like a hole) stripes. The one that is located above the white hole, paint over with light gray varnish. The next part is dark gray, and the topmost edge of the nail is black.
- "Straight hole". The bottom line is this: it turns out not semicircular, but even. Two millimeters from the lower roller, you need to stick a gold or silver plate on the nail. Paint over the upper part with black varnish, and leave the bottom in camouflage.
- "Little Hole". The design is incredibly simple. It is necessary to outline the shape of the hole with a thin brush, approximately halving it. Leave the bottom colorless and paint the top black.
- "Stroke". It is a thin line drawn along the edge of the lower nail fold. Thisthe design diversifies the black monotone, both glossy and matte. And it is better to choose a bright line color.
Possible performance techniques
Black moon manicure (photo presented in the article) can be done in various variations. Here are the most popular design execution techniques:
- Colorless, in which the hole is left uncovered with colored varnish. But her line, bordering on the main color of the manicure, can be beaten in different ways - with a separate contour varnish, in the form of dots, dotted lines, or absent altogether.
- Classic - semicircular white hole.
- Rhinestones and glitter are laid out in a semicircle at the base of the nail.
- Colored reverse French. The main and hole colors can be drastically different or they can be shades of the same color.
- "With space". This is an interesting and unusual reverse french design, which suggests the presence of a colorless rounded strip between the colored hole and the upper edge of the nail plate.
- Triangle design. It is a replacement of a crescent by a triangle. This manicure is suitable for long nails, almond-shaped or pointed.
- Crescent with gold or silver. This option is combined with any color of varnish, especially black.
- Matte reverse French. Or matte gloss. The hole can be matte, then the main color is glossy. And vice versa.
- With the addition of a picture. The design can be made festive if you apply some kind of pattern in the form of curls, lace over the hole. It will not overlap the main tone, butcomplements it perfectly.
- 3D option. Performed with the addition of volumetric details on the nail - rhinestones, beads, etc.
- Flower version. It is performed in the form of replacing the usual crescent at the base of the nail fold with a floral pattern.
- Offset design. The hole is not drawn in the usual place, but shifts slightly to the side.
Combined polish colors
Lunar manicure in black should contain not only a dark base, but also colors that are in perfect harmony with it. You can choose the following combinations for this varnish:
- white;
- light shades of black, namely gray tones;
- gold and silver;
- red is a very extravagant combination;
- yellow.
While black goes well with most other colors, not everyone suits it in a moon design. This also applies to the case when one color is used both for the hole and as the main tone.
Matte gloss
Matte black moon manicure is an option for thinner and more delicate natures, as it smooths out the aggression of gloss. And in general, this design is universal for nails of any length.
Options for using this idea:
- The easiest option is a colorless hole, a black base, everything is matte.
- Black and white moon manicure, no matter what color the crescent is made in.
- Black base and shiny holes.
- Black matte base and the same color, butglossy crescents.
- An excellent option is a matte base in delicate pastel shades (beige, powder, pink, pistachio, peach, etc.) and a black matte or glossy hole.
The advantage of a reverse jacket with black varnish is that it is not as easily soiled as light bases. And soiling is the main disadvantage of matte nails.
Black Moon Glitter Manicure
This is a design for special occasions. Black combined with glitter, especially gold or silver, is a festive manicure option. And it is suitable for any length and shape of nails.
Black moon manicure with silver is the personification of grace, sophistication and elegance. It goes well with a party outfit.
Black and gold reverse jacket looks expensive and attractive. It will be a great addition to an elegant and solemn image. In this combination, the manicure looks great when the hole is golden and the main color is black.
Sequins of other colors - green, red, blue and yellow will look good with dark varnish.
Rhinestone Design
Lunar manicure in combination with such material will be a highlight in the image. Silver or red rhinestones that stand out against the background of black lacquer will add shine and originality. If desired, they can be replaced with broths.
This option will also look interesting. Cover the nail plate with black matte color, and lay out the crescent below from black rhinestonesor broth.
It is better to use the idea of a reverse jacket in combination with such decoration on long nails of any shape. On short plates, this option will look cumbersome. Yes, and it is better to use it on one or two fingers of the hand, so as not to overload the design and not make it pretentious.
In closing
Lunar manicure in black is the trend of 2019. It is suitable for both winter and summer season. And although it is considered a kind of universal option, it still needs to be done taking into account the length and shape of the nail plate, since the black color is whimsical to such manicure nuances.
