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Mixing matte and gloss finishes can provide dimension without overwhelming the nail, explains Gerstein. This chic looks keeps the gloss minimal, with a slight shimmer polish along the cuticle.

Take it from celebrity nail artist Elle Gerstein, who calls short almond nails the “quiet luxury of nail shapes.” She says, ...

Before you scroll, picture this: it’s early March, you’re holding an iced coffee, and your short nails are freshly done in soft The post 35 short St. Patrick’s Day nails to rock in March appeared ...

Short nails are the ultimate luxury move for 2026. Discover how Jennifer Lawrence and Rose Byrne style natural manicures on the red carpet - plus 12 chic looks to try at home ...

After a long stretch of almond-tip dominance in nail trends, short nails are on the rise—and the micro-French-nails trend is ...

Heart nails are making a strong comeback and not just for Valentine’s Day. This type of nail art has become one of our ...

Pare back your look with short nails this September. Even with less space, you can have a statement-making manicure. I used to think my nails were only done if I had a fresh set of acrylics extending ...

Valentine's Day is a day for love, chocolate, good food and perhaps nailing down that perfect manicure for a date night out. But there are so many trends going around now, it can be hard to pick the ...

Ahead, we've rounded up 26 short nail ideas perfect for Valentine's Day—and some are so versatile that you'll want to wear them well beyond. See them all inside.

A TikTok creator sparked a heated debate after declaring short nails signal confidence and power. In a now-viral post, Ashley Shim (@ashleyy.shim) claimed that "short nail theory is too real," ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. As a chronic nail biter, I'm well aware that finding a gorgeous nail design is just half the manicure battle—it also has to fit on ...