When it comes to nail trends, there are no limits! From nailing extra-long unopenable can nails to almond and cute coffin nails, there’s so much to try. But if you’re feeling left out because your nails are short or very short, you can squeal with delight because these 10 short nail art designs will have you hooked. You don’t need to be a nail art expert. Even if the designs are a little messy, you can call it a modern manicure! *wink*.
1. Pastel Love
People who say short nails can’t kill should face this nail design. Chic and minimalistic, the simple geometric shapes in this design certainly make it stand out above the rest. Pick a color from the same shade collection, or go all out with a different color, and you’ll have some drool-worthy nails!
2. Color Swirls
This vintage-inspired manicure uses wavy contrasting and complementary colors to create the ultimate retro look. You can experiment with the color of your choice for OTT or the subtle effect you want. In fact, leaving some negative space on the nail will make the design more elegant.
3. Glazed Donuts
You already know about the glazed donut skin trend, and hot on its heels are these trendy nails. Also known as Hailey Bieber nails, you can replicate it by applying a light base coat of nail color and then topping it off with a pearlescent glitter top coat to make your nails shine like fresh donuts!
4. Basic beige
If you have short nails, you can never go wrong with neutrals. Channel your basic babe vibe with these evenly coated nude nails. Perfect for everyday wear because they blend in with almost every outfit.
5. French tip
Long, short or any other shape, the French tip will always be a classic. Apply a light coat of nail base color, then use a steady hand to draw a neat white outline with a fine brush. Or an even easier way is to apply some white paint to a sponge and dip the tip of your nail lightly. Don’t forget to apply a clear top coat!
6. Sunny Side Up
Let your happy, good side come out with these dopamine manicures! Choose whatever shade you have on hand and get down to business. Think of this as French Tips 2.0, where you can use grays and blends for an all-around stylish avatar.
7. The power of flowers
Unleash your sophisticated, feminine side with this pretty floral nail design. Apply a light base coat of nail polish, then using your choice of color and a small brush, use the nail stencil to draw neat strokes to replicate the petals. You can do a little cheating and simply add some nail stickers.
8. Brownstown
What do you do when you like chocolate? You put it on your nails! Browns and nudes give off the feel of real-life melted chocolate, don’t they? We’re pretty sure people will stop and ask you – where did you get your nails?
9. gold powder
A little pixie dust for your nails? Yes, please! Quickly give your nails a new look by adding some gold dust to them. You can add them to pastel nails like above, or you can add them to ebony nails for a glamorous look. Either way, you’re ready to kill this short nail design!
10. Red Radiation
Red nail therapy is real and is definitely here to stay. Red lipstick boosts confidence in the way that red nail polish does when you want to design beautiful short nail designs. Choose your favorite red – maroon, burgundy or blood red – and let your nails shine!