There are many techniques to perform manicure, each of which has its own specifics. Among this diversity, we can distinguish the rather popular today option - the black jacket on the nails, which has a lot of different variations, so it is in demand and relevant for different seasons, events and images.
Features of French manicure
French is considered to be the most fashionable and most often used manicure technique. This design was invented for a long time, but has not lost its relevance today. On the contrary, it is regularly improved, and the masters make many different additions and changes to the usual format of the French manicure, where the base is a beige color, and only the tips are painted white.
The black jacket, which is guaranteed to be the highlight of the whole image in the light of its originality and attractiveness, has become a real breakthrough that allowed to destroy the usual and classic image of a service jacket. This design in the trend for several seasons, but does not give up its position, confidently rises in the top, thanks to all sorts of relevant and unexpected additions.
But, despite the fact that black is recognized as the most popular color everywhere, when working on the creation of a black French manicure, you should observe the measure, as well as correctly combine the colors and additional accessories used for decoration.
The main feature and rule of the black version of the jacket is the exceptional well-groomed hands and nail plates in order to avoid situations where a dark shade at the ends of the nail will look like dirt under it. In this case, the proportion is important in combining light and dark shades of manicure. To avoid such situations, it is necessary to correctly place accents and select technology and accessories among the existing variety of variants of black jacket.
The positive qualities of such nail art include the versatility of the created design, which allows you to combine manicure with almost any way and wardrobe. In addition, this decision will be appropriate on weekdays and at a ceremonial or official event. This is due to the fact that the dark color is most often present only on the tips of the nails, which makes the coating versatile, without unnecessarily weighting with a large number of dark varnish.
Among the positive features can be noted the simplicity of the performance of the service jacket, which is perfectly combined with the spectacular image. In addition, such a manicure can be used for quite a long period of time, which indicates the practicality of black French nail design.
However, modern versions of such nail art are not limited to the standard version, where the dark color is used only for application to the tips. Modern materials and technology make it possible to realize a variety of french style, including the wildest and most creative fantasies. In addition, the application of design is quite possible at home, subject to fairly simple recommendations.
This technique is not without some drawbacks.First of all, it concerns the smile line, which must be perfect and symmetrical, since the black color is so contrasting that any error and inaccuracy will be very noticeable.In addition, if the classic technique of bordering the nail plate with dark varnish is used, it should be remembered that even minor defects or chips will be visible, which will require frequent correction of the created design.
Variants of nail design of different forms
There are a number of recommendations regarding the maximum attractiveness of a particular manicure. As for the black jacket, professional masters say that it will be the most attractive on medium-length nails, where the correct and identical form is the prerequisite. The priority is square or rounded views. In such cases, you can "play" with the extreme line of a smile on the nails, making it almost straight, rounded at the edges or stretched and deep inside.
However, the shape of the nail plate is selected not only according to personal preferences, but also in accordance with the size of the brush, the structure and the length of the fingers. In this matter, the advice of a professional master will be very relevant.
Sharp
For courageous and self-confident women of the fair sex, a black jacket on sharp fingernails will allow you to complement the character of your lifestyle and style. Such a decision will be quite relevant in the light of fashion trends, so the end result will be worthy of attention. An interesting solution for sharp nails will be the use of a matte black coating.
Round
For those women who prefer more natural and harmonious images, a black jacket on short rounded nails will be an excellent option to follow the modern fashion trends, without changing its basic style. Design with black tips can emphasize femininity, and a smooth and soft transition with a semicircle will be as natural as possible.
Oval
For nails of medium length, having an almond shape, the use of contrasting shades will be most welcome. A strict black color will emphasize the individuality and softness of the form, and all sorts of additions to the classic design will add additional luxury to the nail art. An interesting idea would be drawing next to the black one, and also a golden edge strip.
Square
Particularly noteworthy is the option of applying a black jacket on square-shaped nails. In this case, it is very important that the master draws the main line as smoothly as possible. To create an attractive and fashionable design on such nails, a smile should be rounded around the edges, with a mandatory decrease in thickness, otherwise even the most sophisticated black jacket will lose its appeal. If you plan to supplement with a variety of patterns, preference should be given to narrow and vertical ideas decorating a square nail plate to create a visual impression of thin and elegant fingers.
Color combinations
Black and white French manicure is a godsend for those who adhere to the classics and minimalism, but at the same time want to go beyond the usual light design. Such a manicure is laconic and bright at the same time, but at the same time the options for applying it can be quite diverse. As a topical addition to the contrasting composition on the nails, professionals recommend using the following elements for decoration:
- monophonic thin lace;
- twigs and curlicues;
- bows and peas;
- abstraction and regular geometric shapes;
- glitter and powder.
Moreover, each of the above elements can also be made in different techniques or using different materials. This feature allows the black jacket to constantly be in trend, as well as to change and improve on the basis of current fashion trends.Art-manicure, which can be made in the same color scheme or contain several suitable colors, for example, red and gold or green and silver, will become a rather popular color scheme. In some techniques, the addition of a two-tone jacket with a bright composition, including the primary colors of the rainbow, is welcomed.
Black and beige gloss or matte finish can always be advantageously complemented with flashing stones.which will give the design refinement and sophistication. Rhinestones can be of the same color or resembling a chameleon, due to which a manicure will shimmer and sparkle beautifully in sunlight or artificial light. Fastening of stones is allowed along the entire edging of the nail on each finger, which is more suitable for evening events. You can also decorate only one finger with a horizontal or vertical strip or in the form of a pattern.
Today in the trend of the moon black jacket, where another arc is drawn on the nail, located at the base of the plate. For this design, both light and dark shades of lacquer are used.
Black jacket also involves a combination of matte and glossy coloring composition, where the dark color can act as a base, and the edge of the nail is highlighted with a lighter shade. As an addition, nails are decorated with shiny brushes and glitters. Black french is also considered to be variants in which the classic light French manicure is complemented by a black pattern on a light base.
As a rule, it is customary to combine black jacket with patterns, for the application of which red or golden lacquer is used. In some cases, the black edging on top is covered with mother-of-pearl, so that on short nails manicure looks like a king. It is widely used for the decoration of black metallic with a scattering of sparkles. Black color french furs require brightness and contrast in a color palette. As a rule, blue and green varnishes are used for these purposes. Another color combination option where the leopard color is repeated with brushes is zebra or reptile skin imitation.
For a festive manicure, a black jacket complements the millennium-style technique, which involves the use of mother-of-pearl and micro-powder. Fan-french and patterns can be applied in different colors, and the edging is specially executed uneven. Usually, a beige tone is used as a base, which may contain images of birds or nature, while the patterns and ornaments can be embossed.
However, the main combinations remain:
- black and white jacket;
- black and red;
- black with gold.
In each case, the dark color can be used as a base or as a smile color.
Beautiful examples
In order to realize your fantasies when making your nails with the help of a black jacket, you can modify and supplement the manicure using intricate or, on the contrary, simple patterns. It can be floral arrangements, made in the same color scheme as the main design. Minimalism and elegance will ensure the harmony and compatibility of such a manicure with any way and style of clothing.
The correct form, clear and strict lines in black and white contrast will be an ornament for the hands of the beautiful half of humanity. There will be nothing superfluous in nail design that can distract attention, but at the same time the popular combination of black and white will become an indicator of perfect and refined taste.
For daring and energetic women, keeping up with the times, a black jacket in the style of “broken glass” will help to emphasize the individuality of your image. In addition, this option will be an excellent choice for a party or an official reception.
The original solution for black jacket will be an “inverted” jacket, which is ideal for retro style in a wardrobe or hairstyle, complementing the image with a simple and at the same time interesting version of nail art.
How to make a black jacket on the nails with your own hands, see the next video.