40 Short Nail Designs Perfect For Everyday Wear

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Let’s be real, we can’t walk around everyday with beautiful, claw-like structures. Granted, they are gorgeous and any nail design seems to really pop out on a pair of long, strong nails. However, it can be rather impractical in my everyday life to walk around with long nails.

Short nail designs can be as bold and beautiful as long nails. They can be as impactful as a pair of stiletto nails. A bold beautiful short nail design is perfect for work and mom duty. You don’t have to worry about chipping a nail, and your manicure still looks beautiful.

Short Nail Designs

Besides a bright, bold color, what else could you wear with short nails? There are plenty of nail wraps that come in a range of designs to suit your style. There are also short French manicure nails, which are perfect for everyday wear. The trendy ombre nails also looks great with short nail designs.

Whatever style you choose, you will find your everyday nail design. Scroll below for 40 classy short nail looks to suit your needs.

Short Nail Manicures

French manicures will always be a classic manicure. However, micro French manicures are now gaining popularity. They are just as sleek as their long nail counterparts. They also can have a unique twist by adding diamonds, rhinestones or pastel nails.

Heart designs are obviously great for Valentines, but they would make great designs for an anniversary or wedding.

The donut glaze trend is not going anywhere soon. Glazed nails are perfect for a wedding or an everyday put together look.

You don’t need long nails to rock the marble look.

Glossy nails look great with short nails. I personally love glossy over matte nails.

If you are feeling adventurous, try a black nail design. Outlining the tips in black is always a great start for those who are just trying the look.

I recently wore chrome nails with my short nails. I can’t tell you how many people stopped me and just loved the look.

These are cute for Spring! The butterfly and floral scene is great for a bridal shower or just perfect to wear to celebrate the season.

Looking for something fun? Swirl nails are perfect for the Summer. They make great nails for a music festival or any Summer event.

Sometimes a bold color, whether it be red or hot pink, it just want you need for your short nails.

Nail wraps are the easiest way to add designs on short nails. There are so many unique and fun designs to try for short nails.