Maren Morris just put glossy black nails back on the beauty map. Her latest mani—crafted by celeb nail artist Tom Bachik—was sleek, shiny, and pure goth glam. Featuring the ultra-popular almond shape, the sharp set paired perfectly with her all-black look as she fully leaned into the dark aesthetic.
How to DIY Like Tom Bachik
Tom dropped the full routine on Instagram, and if you’re ready to channel your inner glam witch, here’s how to copy it. First up: prep. He used his fave Tweezerman buffer and cuticle nipper to clean up the nail beds and get that smooth, salon-worthy shape. No shortcuts—clean canvas is everything when your polish is this dark.
Next, he went in with Aprés Nail French Manicure Gel in French Black. It’s a rich, inky black gel that hits max pigment in just one layer.
But the real magic? That shine. Bachik didn’t go matte or dusty—this was straight-up vinyl-level gloss. The kind of finish that catches every beam of light.
To top it off, he used his custom cuticle cocktail—aka the hydration step that keeps nails from looking dry or over-filed. It’s not sold in stores (yet), but any cuticle oil will help get you close. The trick is consistency and a little massage to keep everything looking fresh.
Black Gloss Nails Are Having a Moment
Maren’s been experimenting with edgier beauty lately, and this mani fits right into her new era. It’s giving goth-core without going full costume, and the gloss makes it red-carpet worthy.
They’ve hit the red carpet, they’re dominating NailTok, and celebs from Billie Eilish to Megan Fox have made them part of their glam rotation. What’s different now is the finish—forget chipped polish or matte textures. It’s all about full-gloss, ultra-slick black that reads luxe, not emo.
Whether you’re wearing head-to-toe leather or just want your nails to do the talking, this trend works. It’s goth, but grown-up. And thanks to Tom Bachik, we’ve got the playbook.
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