When it comes to summer nail trends, there are lots of colours to choose from. From classic bright whites to neon shades and pastel hues, it's definitely the right time of year to have fun with your manicure. That being said, as someone who wears a neutral wardrobe all year round, I tend to keep my nails pretty minimal and opt for soft nude hues and baby pink shades in summer, before transitioning to deep chocolate browns and chic black polishes for autumn and winter.
However, if you've read our guide to the most popular nail colours of 2024, then you'll know that a certain anti-neutral nail colour is having a moment this season. That's right, I'm talking about "black cherry" nails. Not only is this nail trend proving popular on Pinterest, but I've spotted the deep, purply red shade all over Instagram. In fact, just the other day I saw Lily Allen opt for an elegant black cherry manicure, meaning that this trend even comes celeb-approved. After doing some research, there really is no denying how stylish this nail colour looks for summer and beyond.
Don't believe me? Below, I've rounded up some of the most elegant black cherry manicures for you to recreate this season, including some black cherry nail art that looks seriously chic. I've also included some of my favourite black cherry nail polishes so that you can try the look at home. So, what are you waiting for? Keep on scrolling to see the anti-neutral nail colour that stylish people will be wearing all summer long...
Black Cherry Nail Colour Inspiration
This shade beautifully compliments gold jewellery.
Lily Allen's short, square "black cherry" manicure looks so classy.
This colour also works really well with longer nail shapes.
Opt for a shiny top coat for an elegant finish.
How cool is this black cherry nail art?
I'm taking this picture to the salon.
Perfection.
Another example of how a shiny top coat can make all the difference.
Black cherry French tips? Yes please!
Manicure goals.
Products You Need For Black Cherry Nails
The perfect shade from OPI.
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Another chic option from Beauty Pie.
Superdrug has a great affordable black cherry nail polish.
Nailberry polishes are kinder to your nails and come in a range of elegant shades.
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Sorry, French Tips—I'll Be Wearing This Cute, Low-Lift Nail Trend All Summer LongEffortlessly chic and so much fun.
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I Won't Wear Sheer Nail Polish Unless It's This Exact OPI Shade CombinationOnly the best.
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If I See You Wearing Any of These Summer Nail Trends, I'll Immediately Know You Have TasteHop on before they hit the mainstream.
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Charli XCX Wore This $13 Anti-Brat Nail Polish on the Cannes Red CarpetIt's a classic choice.
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According to Celebrity Manicurists (and Hailey Bieber), "Soft Serve" Nails Are Taking Over Summer 2025So yummy.
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This Is Going to Be *the* Biggest (and Most Elegant) Pedicure Trend of the Summer, According to My Nail ArtistGot milk?
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Dua Lipa's Grand Prix Manicure Combines Two of the Chicest Nail Trends of the SummerSwooning!
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Remember Jelly Shoes? This Juicy Manicure Is the '90s-Inspired Nail EquivalentOoey-gooey and oh so fabulous.
