It doesn't get much easier than this nude nail and black dot mani by Deborah Lippmann. The look was created with the brand's Gel Lap Pro to get that ultra-shiny finish.

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The simplicity of this inverted nail art by cassmariebeauty is almost too ingenious.

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Here's another spin on the inverted hues style. This one swaps colors on the same hand and opts for crisp lines. The black and gold is perfect for autumn, too.

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This simple mani by Londontown USA embraces negative space by leaving nail beds naked. Try it with any color.

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Sometimes a good manicure is all about finding the right color. Case in point: NCLA's Dirty Martini, the perfect shade of olive green.

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