The Best Black Nail Polishes for a Deep, Moody Manicure

This creamy, smooth black gives nails rich, saturated color with a single coat. The formula glides on evenly with no streaks or patchiness, leaving a high-shine finish that looks professionally done.

Not only will this Gucci nail polish look chic on your vanity, it will also give you an undeniable edge. Luxury in a bottle, this plant-based formula delivers rich, high-impact black with a glossy, gel-like finish.

Described as a near-black raisin purple, this full-coverage cream polish is rich, opaque, and remarkably durable and will last you for nearly 10 days with Dazzle Dry’s award-winning system.

This tonal hue looks like shimmery black dusted with a veil of gray shimmer. It’s a charcoal alternative to classic black.

Short on time but not on sparkle? This Olive & June black is flecked with muted rainbow glitter and dries in about one minute.

Another speedy option, this matte polish dries in just under two minutes and leaves behind a demure, velvety finish. It’s the perfect manicure for life on the go.

A black-red is a wardrobe staple for the nails. Deep and dramatic, it reads almost black at first glance, then reveals a smoldering burgundy undertone as it catches the light.