This week, we’re looking at some great black gel nail polishes. I know black’s not a colour that gets mentioned a lot when it comes to nail art, but when you look at black, you’ll see that it can go from looking dull and grey to looking bright and even pop-ey!

So this week we’ve put together a selection of some of the best black gel nail polishes out there, all with some great names too, so they should make your shopping easier!

OPI Black Swan

OPI Black Swan is an elegant black polish with a shimmery metallic finish that’ll leave your nails looking super classy.

OPI Black Swan has a unique, multi-layered colour so you’ll need to apply it using 3 thin coats. You’ll find this in the Gel Nail range, but also in the glitter range too.

Chewy Mallow

This beautiful black polish is a true favourite in my stash and I wear it all the time, especially when I’m looking for a new colour. Chewy Mallow has a really smooth texture and a lovely colour, that’s great for any occasion.

Nails Inc Blue Ballerina

Nails Inc’s Blue Ballerina is a beautiful black polish with a metallic blue finish. It’s a really vibrant polish and will be right at home in the spring or summer!

Sally Hansen Black Cherry Pie

Black Cherry Pie by Sally Hansen has always been one of my favourites and for good reason. This one is a perfect shade of black and has a gorgeous colour payoff.

The formula is very thick and glossy, which means it’s really easy to use and applies beautifully. I tend to use three thin coats, so it’s perfect for short nails.

Sally Hansen Black Cherry Pie is a real favourite and is a staple in my nail polish collection, especially in the summer!

Ciate Blackout

Ciate Blackout is a lovely black polish that’ll add a touch of drama to your nails. It’s really unique in that it’s not black, it’s very dark purple.

The formula is also thick and glossy, so it’ll be great for those of you with short nails, but I tend to do two thin coats, so it’s good for medium nails too.

Essie Blackout

Essie’s Blackout is a lovely, rich black polish that’ll give you that polished look that we all want.

It’s easy to apply and it has a creamy, non-thick formula that doesn’t dry out. You’ll need to apply two thin coats, which is easy to achieve.

Essie Blackout is a real favourite and is a staple in my nail polish collection.

Urban Decay Blackout

Urban Decay Blackout is another cult favourite of mine and is a true black with a metallic finish. It has a really interesting colour and a unique shimmery finish that’ll look great for spring and summer.

If you like the metallic black colours but are after a little more of a sparkle, Urban Decay Blackout is the way to go!

Bare Escentuals Midnight Black

Bare Escentuals Midnight Black is a deep, rich black gel nail polish. It’s so dark that you’ll be able to wear it on all your fingers and toes!

The gel formula means that it’s easy to apply, has a creamy finish and dries quickly too. Two thin coats should do it!

If you love the look of black, but want something a little more unique, then you should definitely check out Bare Escentuals Midnight Black gel polish!

All these best black gel nail polishes are so gorgeous that I can’t recommend them enough! I’d say that they’re all excellent for spring and summer, but they’re also perfect for any occasion!

What do you think? Which ones are your favourites?

If you love bold colors and colors that really pop, your wedding day is the day to use them! Whether you’re looking for color inspiration from the wedding that is coming up or you want to mix and match colors from your own wedding, you’re sure to find the best nail polish colors for a wedding! I’m sure you’ll find at least one of these polishes to be a staple at your wedding.

Carnation Pink

Carnation pink is a fun, vibrant color that is perfect for your big day. It’s also the perfect color for weddings with a lot of spring flowers, like, say, a garden wedding. You’ll want this color for your bridal shower and even your bridesmaids’ showers so that you have something to wear during your big day, too!

Cranberry

If you’re looking for a neutral color that is not going to clash with your colors, the perfect color for you is cranberry. Think about a fall wedding for a more natural look. You can also wear this color for your bridal shower and use it as a color inspiration for your big day.

Hot Pink

If you want to get a little bold, hot pink is the color for you! This color will look good at a wedding that has a lot of spring and summer colors. You can also use this color for bridal showers to create a fun mood.

Coral

If you love coral and the color is something you like, look into purchasing it in a matte finish instead of the shiny version. It’s the perfect color for a summer wedding. You can also pair it with gold accents if you’re having a garden wedding.

Cream

Cream is a great color to use for a spring wedding. It’s also perfect for bridal showers. You can use this color as inspiration for your wedding colors. If you’re a cream fan, you’ll also want to make sure you don’t use a matte finish for the wedding!

Burgundy

If you like rich, deep colors, try burgundy! This color is perfect for a fall wedding or winter wedding. It looks especially great with green, so you can use it for a garden wedding or even for a woodland wedding.

Blue

Blue is a classic, timeless color. A blue wedding is timeless and can be worn throughout the day. It’s also a great color to choose if you have a lot of blue in your wedding colors.

Pale Blue

If you’re looking for something soft and subtle, go with a pale blue! This is a great color for a wedding that will take place during a transitional time of year, like fall or winter. It’s also a great color to use for your bridal shower and you can wear it to work!

Cream/Lavender

If you want a color that is more muted than white or pink, consider cream/lavender. This color can be worn during a transitional time of year. You can also use this color as inspiration for your wedding colors.

Silver

Silver is a fun color that is going to look especially good if you’re having a garden wedding. It’s a great color that can be worn at almost any time of year.

Mauve

Mauve is one of the most popular wedding colors. This color works well in almost any situation! You’ll want to use mauve as inspiration for your wedding colors, but you can also wear it if you’re having a garden wedding.

Lavender/Mint

If you’re going for a wedding that is a bit more subdued, consider lavender/mint. This color can be worn during almost any season.

White

White is a classic and elegant color that is a great choice for almost any wedding. You’ll want to make sure you don’t choose a shimmery white polish for a wedding!

Gray

Gray can work as the perfect color if you want a more timeless look. A gray wedding is great for people who like colors that won’t clash with other colors. You can also use this color as inspiration for your wedding colors.

Navy

Navy is a great choice for fall weddings and weddings that have a lot of blue in their colors. You can also use navy to inspire your colors.

Purple

If you’re going for a bridal shower or wedding that has a lot of purple in their colors, consider purple. It’s a great choice for a fall wedding or spring wedding.

Gold

Gold is a fun, classic color that is perfect for a wedding that has a lot of spring or summer colors. You can also use gold as inspiration for your wedding colors.

Green

Green is a classic color that you’ll want to use as inspiration for your wedding colors. It can be worn at almost any time of year.

Blue/Green

If you like this color combination, consider going for it! You can also use it as inspiration for your wedding colors. This color combination looks especially good for weddings that are held in spring or summer.

Silver/Gold

Silver and gold are a classic color combination. You can use this color to inspire your wedding colors, but you can also wear it to work!

Pink/Gold

Pink and gold make a great combination that you can wear at almost any time of year. This color combination is perfect for a spring or summer wedding.

Yellow

If you’re looking for a color that is going to stand out, consider yellow. You can wear this color for almost any type of wedding and it looks good in any season.

Silver/Gold

Silver and gold are a classic color combination that you’ll want to wear as inspiration for your wedding colors. You can also use this color as inspiration for your wedding colors.