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But it’s not that simple anymore.
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With that being said, you also want to find the shape that works best for you.
“Trends come and go, but finding your unique style is extremely important.”
Plus, it could be fun to play around with some different options.
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Square Nails
The square nail shape is pretty self-explanatory.
Square nails are square they’re flat on top with straight, sharp corners.
“This shape looks amazing with a bold, block color.”
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“They truly look brilliant with any shade of polish youre in the mood for,” she says.
It unites the best parts of square nails and oval nails.
Knight notes that this classic, hybrid shape is universally beloved and seriously suits everyone.
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Oval Nails
Yes, round nails are different from oval ones.
Here’s how: Oval nails are filed down on the sides in addition to the tips.
The curvature is more extreme, so it tends to make fingers look a little longer.
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Almond Nails
Looking for a super glamorous nail shape?
Then the almond nail shape is for you.
Like oval nails, almond nails are filed along the sides.
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Almondetto Nails
If almond and stiletto nails had a baby it would be almondetto.
“We are seeing a huge spike in coffin-shaped nails at the moment,” Knight say.
“As inspired by the resurgence ofY2Kbeauty and that throwback style that has made a huge comeback.”
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This shape offers the length of a stiletto nail without the sharp drama of the tip.
This squared nail style slants diagonally at the tip for a seriously unique nail shape.
Totty says the best way to enjoy a flared nail is to just have fun with it.
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“You have to really like attention to be able to rock these beauties.”
“They definitely get in the way compared to more traditional shapes.”
However, it offers a slightly sharper angled tip than a mountain peak.
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“Those edge nails are very sharp and may get in the way,” she says.
“Its also important to get them filled in more often and reshaped to avoid wear and tear.”
With that being said, Lippmann recommends giving this one a try if you want something different and exciting.
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“Anyone that wants to try a new nail shape should try this,” she says.
“A new nail shape is just as fun as trying out a new nail color.”
“These are perfect for those that dont have or like the super long nails,” Rojas says.
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Popular Nail Shapes: A Final Word
Not sure which nail shape to go with?
Screenshot the below graphic for your next nail appointment.
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