This leather-inspired nail trend is convenient and exudes cool-girl energy. So much so that even Tom Bachik, a celebrity nail artist, gave Marion Cotillard this type of manicure for a Chanel dinner event (via Instagram). And if you want more examples of how this ultra-stylish trend looks, all you have to do is search #glossyblacknails on Instagram. For instance, short glassy black nails look even more elegant when you wear rings (via Instagram).
Anyone who wants to flaunt this look should start by checking that their nails aren't too long. No matter what technique you use to paint your nails, you'll need a dependable black nail polish like the Licorice black nail polish, available at Essie for $10. One way to get that glassy look while protecting your nails is to use a shiny top coat, such as the Sally Hansen Treatment Big Shiny Top Coat, available on Amazon for roughly $10. You can also paint a clear coat of polish over the black layer for additional shine, but we still recommend using a top coat to prevent damage such as chipping. Or, if you want to go all-out for this look, consider going to the nail salon for a professional gel manicure.
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