The unlimited variety of nail shapes options can be, at times, overwhelming and slightly confusing, especially if you are looking for the best personal shape. Deborah Lippmann once said that the best nail shape is the one that resembles your cuticles. Just push the cuticles back and mirror the shape while filing your tip. At the same time, Anastasia Totty claims that you can experiment with different shapes until you find the most preferred one.
The LeChat nail educator says that you should think about your individual preferences, style, and occupation as you search for the best nail shape. With all being said, the Glaminati team considers it an excellent idea to introduce you to the trending nail shapes!
We are sure that some of these nail shapes are actual discoveries, and that is what makes life twice as fun and exciting. The founder of Brooklyn’s Lili and Cata salon, Lily Rojas, says that new nail shapes will have a rejuvenating effect on you. They will keep things exciting and make you more confident and powerful!
Natural Nails
by @solovey_nail_art
One can underestimate natural nail shapes due to their apparent simplicity, but there are multiple benefits to the shape. There are times when you can’t afford longer tips due to the brittle nature of your tips or because of the activities you participate in. You can spice things up with unique nail art, classy French tips, stickers, decals, and even 3D accessories!
Long Square Nails
by @chillax_nails
Long square nails are edgy and on the top of popularity at the moment, especially if you remember that both Saweetie and Megan Thee Stallion are pretty fond of the shape. These tips don’t flare out and don’t taper in. They serve as a long extension of your narrow nail beds.
Short Square Nails
by @chillax_nails
If you prefer short nail shapes, we suggest you pay attention to square nails. They are straight at the sides and flat at the top. Such a structure makes the shape twice as appealing for sporty ladies since it is durable yet feminine at the same time. Apart from that, the shape looks gorgeous when dressed in red, deep blue, purple, and other darker tones.
Nail experts like Margaret Dabbs, founder of a global health and beauty brand, state that square nails suit those with narrow nail beds since they add some extra width to the nail.
Short Round Nails
by @estheticsbyjayde
Those who like their tips short but do not feel like going for an all-natural shape may want to consider such classy shapes as round tips. The shape is quite similar to square nails since you should opt for straight sides, yet the top should be slightly rounded instead of keeping it flat.
Nail pros claim that rounded tips will serve you well if you have shorter finders. The shape will elongate your fingers a little.
Long Round Nails
by @chillax_nails
Who says that long nail tip shapes can’t be practical? If you work in a sphere that requires a fair share of typing or your nails are brittler than most, then long-round tips are what you should opt for. The shape is both neat and practical. It looks terrific when enhanced with a complex manicure or merely coated with a nude base.
Short Squoval Nails
by @lenavitch.nailz
In case you are a devout experimenter, short squoval nails are what you need to ensure a smooth transition from short to long. This neat and put-together shape looks great when dressed in countless patterns, but the abstract design deserves your undivided attention.
To succeed with the shape, our experts advise you to find the center of your nail and file each side moving toward the middle in a couple of swift motions.
Long Squoval Nails
by @solovey_nail_art
Squoval shape is the shape to try out if you are particularly fond of flat edges but don’t like sharp corners. This is a universal shape that can be implemented into any style or look. It is incredibly flattering when paired with wider nail beds since it brings in the necessary balance and harmony.
Almond Nails
by @estheticsbyjayde
Almond shape can elongate stubby fingers without dramatic length. Yet, it isn’t one of the most natural nail shapes. It takes a fair share of nail wall tapering so that the tip resembles the almond top. That is why most professionals suggest enforcing the manicure with gel or acrylic. Such an approach will keep your nails safe from breaking off or chipping.
Short Oval Nails
by @estheticsbyjayde
You can elongate your tips and keep your nails short if you choose the short oval shape. To succeed with the form, you have to file both the tips and the sides so that the curve is more noticeable. Short oval nails look great when paired with bright colors and provide just enough room for stylish design experimentation.
Long Oval Nails
by @heluviee
You can grow your short oval tips into full-scale long oval nails. The result will be well-balanced and natural-looking tips. The shape is less effort-involving when it comes to maintenance, but the canvas to work with opens fresh nail art horizons.
Coffin Nails
by @kangannynails
If you are scared by the coffin relation, we’ll switch to a more beautiful name – ballerina tips. Rihanna and Kylie Jenner highly popularized the shape. It is a long nail with a squared-off tip(now, you get the references, right?). The ballerina nail shape can be as edgy and daring as a stiletto one, yet it may be slightly more functional when it comes to real life.
Long Stiletto Nails
by @lenavitch.nailz
We admit the stiletto shape itself is edgy and captivatingly beautiful. It may not be the most practical shape of all, but if you don’t participate in activities that can lead to breakage – the rest is doable. In fact, Cardi B has a fair share of handy tutorials on how to deal with everyday activities with ultra-long nails.
Short Stiletto
by @perfect10customnails
As well as with coffin nails there is also a shorter version of stilettos. Even though this shape is considerably shorter than regular stilettos you still need some length to pull this shape off otherwise, it will look simply out of place.
Mountain Peak Shape
by @perfect10customnails
When it comes to mountain peak nails, you need to be aware of the fact that this shape is as long as stilettos but less pointy. However, in general, this nail shape looks awesome and allows you to experiment with lots of nail art ideas.
Edge-Shaped Nails
by @perfect10customnails
All the fashionable ladies know how intricate edge nails are, however not that practical in real life. You have to consider all the pros and cons before opting for. First of all, you should consider the length and the edginess since a formal look wouldn’t fit in with such a nail shape. Yet, if there are no boundaries – go for it, girl!
Lipstick Nail Shape
by @perfect10customnails
Lipstick nails look exactly as they sound – lipstick-shaped. This ail shape is also very sharp since the tips are filed diagonally not to mention the fact that such nails look anything but ordinary. If you are not afraid of attention, then this is the shape for you to try out next.
Squareletto Shape
by @perfect10customnails
If you combine the best things about stiletto and coffin shape, the outcome will be squaraletto nail shape. It is quite unusual but gorgeous at the same time. Those of you who are not afraid of length should definitely try this shape out.
The nail art world is filled with wonders that come in a great variety of nail designs and nail shapes. Explore the available variants and find the best options, or play around with new shapes every few months – the choice is yours!
FAQ: Nail Shapes
Which nail shape is most natural?
The squoval is the shape that is considered to be most natural (square tip with gently rounded edges), it imitates the shape of your cuticle: soft rounded edges and flat. This form looks good particularly on short nails. It is a shape that will always be in style and is easy to maintain at home.
What nail shape is easiest to type with?
The easiest shape nail to type with are shorter length square and round nails. Those shapes are less likely to hurt performance. They won’t make as much of a clacking sound as you type. Start with a shorter lengths and gradually move onto longer ones.
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