"As the weather switches from summer to fall, it’s inevitable that our manicures make a seasonal switch too. After a summer full of fun, bright colors like butter yellow and milky pastels, a deeper, moodier change is in order—and black cherry nails are exactly what the doctor ordered.
Something about dark nail colors just screams “I have my life together,” and the deep, sultry burgundy that’s the center of the black cherry nail trend is no exception. While dark reds are a fall mainstay in the manicure world, there’s nothing like leaning on a classic, no-fail shade, and we’re taking the rise of black cherry nails as a sign to do just that all season long. If you’re ready for your first fall manicure of the year, which color you’re going to choose is no longer a question.
How to Get Black Cherry Nails
Whether you’re a DIY manicure person or someone who lives for your bi-monthly manicure appointments, black cherry nails are an extra-easy to achieve. Opt for a deep, rich red shade, like OPI’s ‘Black Cherry’ or Essie’s ‘Wicked,’ and add two coats over whichever base coat you prefer. Finish with a high-shine top coat to help your nails last as long as possible (and get that glossy, cherry appearance).
If you’ve decided to go the DIY route, the below shades are tried-and-true deep reds; if you’re pressed for time (no pun intended), these press-on options will give you the look, no drying time necessary.
