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 beautiful and versatile. It can be made for any image and for any event. Black moon manicure is a bold decision. Although such a 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 advantages 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 him. Why?
Judge for yourself:
- Firstly, the design is simple in appearance and in terms of technique. It can be easily made on your own at home. The main thing is to be careful.
- Secondly, it does not look elaborate or vulgar, like some nail decors. It simultaneously combines modesty and extravagance.
- Black moon manicure is suitable for both short and long nails. The main thing is to choose the right colors for black.
- This design of manicure is universal. With the right selection of shades, it can be done 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 overgrown edge will not significantly “catch the eye”. And a manicure with such a design looks neat and beautiful. It is also called the reverse jacket.
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 option):
- First of all, the nail plate needs to be prepared, namely degrease.
- Then you can start applying the base. It must be thoroughly dried.
- Next is the design. Since we are talking about black manicure, then for lunar design we take it as the main one.
- First, trace the lower edge of the hole with a thin brush. 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 also dry.
- Black moon manicure is ready.
But it is much more convenient to use, especially for beginners, the stencils that seal the holes, and apply varnish on top. After the coating has dried, the stencils are carefully removed and the wells remain intact. Such templates can be purchased at any nail store or cut independently from adhesive paper.
The simplest type of stencil is a thin paper strip that clearly distinguishes the zone of the hole and the upper edge of the nail plate.
Small length
The 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 manicure. Paradoxical as 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." Such a design will combine ombre and moon decor at the same time. The holes will be white. And the remaining untouched part of the nail plate is divided into three equal rounded (like a hole) strip. The one that is located above the white hole, paint over with a light gray varnish. The next part is dark gray and the top edge of the nail is black.
- "Direct hole." The essence is this: it turns out not semicircular, but smooth. For two millimeters from the lower roller, you need to glue a gold or silver plate on the nail. Paint the upper part with black varnish, and leave the bottom in camouflage.
- "Little hole." The design is simple to incredibility. It is necessary with a thin brush to outline the shape of the hole, roughly halving it. Leave the bottom colorless, and paint the top black.
- "Hatch". It is a non-thick line drawn along the edge of the lower nail roller. This design diversifies the black monotonous, both glossy and matte. And the color of the line is better to choose bright.
Possible execution techniques
Black moon manicure (photo presented in the article) can be done in various variations. Here are the most popular design techniques:
- Colorless, in which the hole is left uncoated with colored varnish. But her line, bordering on the main color of the manicure, can be beaten in different ways - with a separate contour lacquer, in the form of dots, with a dotted line or not at all.
- Classic - a semicircular hole in white.
- Rhinestones and glitter are laid out in a semicircle at the base of the nail.
- Color reverse jacket. The main and hole colors can radically differ or be shades of the same color.
- "With a space". This is an interesting and unusual reverse jacket 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 crescent triangle replacement. Such a manicure is suitable for long nails of an almond-shaped or pointed shape.
- Crescent with gold or silver. We combine this option with any varnish colors, especially with black.
- Matte reverse jacket. Or matte glossy. 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 put some pattern in the form of curls, lace on top of the hole. It will not overlap the main tone, but perfectly complement it.
- 3D option. It is performed with the addition of volumetric details on the nail - rhinestone, beads, etc.
- Flower option. It is performed in the form of replacing the usual crescent at the base of the nail roller with a floral pattern.
- Offset design. The hole is not drawn in the usual place, but is shifted slightly to the side.
Matching colors of varnish
Lunar manicure in black should contain not only a dark base, but also colors that are in perfect harmony with it. The following combinations can be selected for such varnish:
- white;
- light shades of black, namely gray tones;
- gold and silver;
- red is a very extravagant combination;
- yellow.
Although black is in harmony with most other colors, still not everyone suits it in a lunar design. This also applies to the case when one color is used for the hole, and as the main tone.
Matte Gloss
Lunar black matt manicure is an option for finer and more delicate natures, as it smooths out gloss aggression. Anyway, this design is universal for nails of any length.
Options for using this idea:
- The simplest option is a colorless hole, a black base, all matte.
- Black and white moon manicure, it doesn’t matter in what color the crescent moon will be made.
- Black base and shiny holes.
- Matte black base and the same color, but glossy crescents.
- A great option is the matte base of delicate pastel shades (beige, powder, pink, pistachio, peach, etc.) and a matte black 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 minus of matte nails.
Black moon manicure with sparkles.
This is a design for special occasions. Black color in combination with sparkles, especially gold or silver, is a festive version of manicure. And it is suitable for any length and shape of nails.
Black moon manicure with silver is the embodiment of grace, sophistication and elegance. It goes well with a festive 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, a manicure looks great when the hole is golden and the main color is black.
Glitter of other colors - green, red, blue and yellow, will also look good with dark varnish.
Rhinestone design
Lunar manicure in combination with such material will become a highlight in the image. Silver or red rhinestones that stand out against the background of black varnish will give shine and originality. If desired, they can be replaced with broths.
It will be interesting to look at this option. Cover the nail plate with a black matte color, and lay the crescent at the bottom of black rhinestone or broth.
It is better to use the idea of a reverse jacket in combination with such an ornament on long nails of any shape. On short plates, this option will look bulky. Yes, and it is better to use it on one or two fingers, so as not to overload the design and not make it artsy.
Finally
Lunar manicure in black is the trend of 2019. It is suitable for both the 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 nuances of manicure.