The Most Popular Fake Nail Shape
Nail shapes come in all sorts of styles – from pre-glued stick-ons and paintings, to gels. There is something available for everyone when it comes to nail care.
Round Nail Shape
This classic nail shape follows the natural curves of your nails for maximum impact and beauty. Perfect for short nails and looks great when combined with trendy shades or nail art designs, round nails make a timeless statement!
Square
Square nails feature straight, flat edges with sharp lines for a striking and modern aesthetic. Their distinctive sharp corners create a bold yet modern appearance, which suits both short and long nail lengths alike – they can often be found on red-carpet events as well as fashion shoots! According to Falcone, this nail shape lends itself particularly well to chrome finishes which add dimension and depth. Floral designs also look beautiful as the flat surface allows easy addition of intricate petals and leaves!
Classic square nails may make your hands and fingers appear shorter if they’re kept shorter, however if you have wide nail beds they may help balance out proportions more effectively.
Oval nails are another versatile style that complements most finger lengths, thanks to their softened edges that taper in at the tips, often worn more femininely compared to other nail shapes. Falcone suggests oval nails as being perfect for those looking to experiment with something bolder than round but without risking pointy or stiletto nails.
Another popular nail shape choice is the squoval nail shape, a flexible balance between square and oval nail styles. “This nail shape follows the outline of your cuticle and makes for an ideal match,” according to Ms. Leung. Additionally, its gentle curves elongate nails for those not ready to commit fully oval or square nails.
Coffin Nails Made famous by celebs such as Gigi Hadid, this blunt and edgy nail style is known as coffin nail shape. The coffin’s tapered sides come together at its squared-off tip and it can be worn either natural or painted; its blunt style elongates fingers nicely and complements both matte and glossy polishes well.
Round Nails
A classic style for those who like their nails short and in shape, round nails are ideal for anyone wanting to experiment with bolder hues without being concerned about lengthier nail shapes. Additionally, round nails can help elongate fingers if your fingers are shorter.
Falcone notes that although this nail shape might not be ideal for heavy manual labor, it can still look attractive when worn at shorter lengths. She points out it works beautifully with metallic polishes and other bold hues – “the streamlined shape accentuates any type of color – whether metallic finish or elaborate floral design!” If you want to try this look yourself, she suggests filing down all edges so they are smooth without feeling rough on fingertips and using stronger gel formulas that won’t chip or crack over time.