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Nail color trends come and go, but dark green continues to prove its staying power. The deep, rich shade found its way to our fingertips amid the Wicked buzz, however, it's quickly proven its year-round appeal, continuing to pop up on our feeds. Whether you opt for a dazzling emerald, midnight green, or a gorgeous olive, there's bound to be a dark green polish that speaks to you. What's more, the color pairs well with so many designs, finishes, and shapes. To find your perfect dark green manicure, scroll through these 26 nail ideas below.
Classic Dark Green Nails
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Kick off your experimentation with dark green nails with a classic take. Coat your almond-shaped nails in a few coats of polish and skip the nail art.
Chrome Dark Green Nails
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A chrome finish will take your dark green nails to new heights. The iridescent powder gives the manicure a galactic vibe.
Midnight Dark Green Nails
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For an intense, moody mani, reach for a midnight green polish. The almost-black shade is alluring, and the golden star designs add a pretty pop of color.
Matte Dark Green Nails
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Matte manicures are always a moment, and this set is no exception. Make the mani feel extra special by swiping on gold polish at the base of each nail.
Combo Dark Green Nails
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Pair dark green polish with slime green lacquer for a vibrant, playful mani. For a fun accent design, add a few squiggly lines to two nails.
Festive Dark Green Nails
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While this red and green manicure is made for the holidays, there's no reason why you can't wear it year-round. The contrast between the matte base and glossy French tips is so intriguing.
Holiday Dark Green Nails
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Here's another holiday-inspired take on dark green nails. The glossy green nails pair perfectly with the decorative, striped accent nails.
Creamy Dark Green Nails
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There are so many variations of dark green, but this creamy olive green is catching our eye. Make sure the shade truly sparkles by adding a high-shine, glossy top coat.
Mismatched Dark Green
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If you want to add a whimsical flair to your look, throw in a few mismatched accent nails. This manicure, for example, features a French tip decked out in a bow and a cool checkerboard pattern.
Velvet Dark Green Nails
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This nail design is absolutely attention-grabbing. The velvet dark green tips add the coolest touch to the set.
Sparkly Dark Green Nails
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It's all about jewel tones this season, so embrace an emerald-colored manicure. The chunky sparkles in the polish make the set a true stunner.
Negative Space Dark Green Nails
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Create a funky, edgy look by leaving tons of negative space on your nails. The abstract dark green shapes look so striking against the barely-there, nude base.
Baby French Dark Green Nails
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Short, baby French manicures are totally in. Dip your toes into a dark green French mani by opting for ultra-thin tips.
Abstract Dark Green Nails
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Complement your dark green base with abstract white nail designs. The color combo creates such a visually-appealing contrast.
Fuzzy Dark Green Nails
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Velvet nails make us feel warm and fuzzy. This sage green take is incredibly enchanting.
Burgundy and Dark Green Nails
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Burgundy and dark green make a perfect pair. This manicure showcases the color in various ways, from solid nails to stripes.
Stiletto Dark Green Nails
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Give your emerald manicure a bolder feel by going with stiletto-shaped nails. Alternate between solid and glassy, sparkly nails for extra wow-factor.
Halfsies Dark Green Nails
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You don't need to cover your nail in dark green polish to make the color shine. Draw inspiration from this set and focus the shade on one half of your nail. For a finishing touch, add a few flecks of gold foil.
Iridescent Dark Green Nails
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For this iridescent mani, start with a muted evergreen polish. Top it off with chrome powder to complete the look.
Ornate French Dark Green Nails
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There's one word that completely describes this set—ornate. From the precise French tips to the pretty nail art, we love everything about this manicure.
Watercolor Dark Green Nails
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Now, this is a work of art. The intricate blend of colors creates the most mesmerizing watercolor effect, and the silver nail art adds a nice metallic touch.
French Olive Green Nails
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Here's a sign to try an olive green French manicure. While any shape will look stunning with this shade, we're partial to coffin.
Simple Olive Nails
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Keep it simple with a solid olive manicure. The muted, earthy tone is a shade we'll gladly wear anytime of year.
Half-and-Half Dark Green Nails
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Spice up your short, dark green mani with a few half-and-half nails. A bit of negative space instantly elevates a set.
Outlined Dark Green Nails
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Outline your midnight green base with a white and tan border. The trio of colors complement each other beautifully.
