27 Dark French Manicures for a Cool, Edgy Look

A French manicure is like “your nails, but better,” offering a classic elegance that will elevate (and match) any look. But these days, the mani staple—which was once limited to clean lines and neutral tones—has gotten a major modern upgrade. Now, you can get French manicures in any shade of the rainbow, decorate them with nail art, and accessorize them with 3D adornments—the list goes on. One of our favorite ways to switch up a French mani is by swapping the usual neutral and white combo for deeper hues, like black, brown, burgundy, and bronze. These moody shades add an air of mystery to an otherwise simple style and offer a seemingly endless number of ways to experiment. Read on for 27 dark French nail ideas to inspire your next polish picks.