Beautiful and well-groomed hands are the basis of any girl’s stylish look. Therefore, it is important not just to take care of your nails, but to take into account current trends. In 2022, manicures for short nails will be at the height of fashion.
The latest and most fashionable manicure ideas for short nails
Many girls believe that a beautiful and stylish manicure means long and sharp nails. But this trend has long lost its relevance.
It was replaced by short and neat nails. They can be used to embody practically any idea - from everyday to extremely fashionable nail design.
Important! In 2022, it is worth adhering to the principles of brevity. Manicure for small (short) nails should not be overloaded with details. The shape of the nail plate is as natural as possible. The optimal ones would be oval, almond and soft square.
The most relevant and fresh design ideas for short nails are collected in the list:
- colored French;
- geometry;
- moon manicure;
- difference in textures;
- silver, gold and metallic;
- the thinnest stripes;
- airbrush;
- monotony.
Each option has its own characteristics.
Unusual manicure ideas for short nails for every day
Colored French
French is always stylish, fashionable and fresh. And the color implementation is also interesting. It has several ways of execution:
- colored “smile” on all fingers - for this, one bright shade is selected;
- multi-colored “smile” - each nail has its own color;
- double colored “smile” - the main color is complemented by a neat contrasting border;
- bright “smile” + contrasting design of the hole - any shades are acceptable.
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Manicure with geometry
Geometry has not been losing ground for several years now. But those with short lengths were previously afraid to do it. Now they can afford almost any option:
- one accent shape on the nail;
- dense pattern of different geometric shapes;
- geometry made in different colors.
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Lunar manicure
Lunar manicure involves highlighting the hole with contrasting colors.
This idea is embodied in different ways, but on very short or wide nails it is worth sticking to the basic technique - a matte translucent coating + a bright hole.
This implementation looks gentle and is suitable for everyday wear.
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Difference in textures
Different textures look great on short nail plates. There are a lot of options for implementing the idea:
- alternating matte and glossy coatings on one hand;
- covering one hand with a matte top and the other with a glossy one;
- selection of one nail.
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Metal manicure
Metallized coatings in different colors are an excellent and fresh solution for all occasions. In 2022, the following options are worth trying:
- translucent manicure with one metallic stripe as an accent on one nail plate;
- foil;
- a combination of two colors of foil on one nail;
- rubbing;
- laconic design on metallized shellac.
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With thin stripes
Thin stripes are a simple and effective nail design. It looks most advantageous based on nude shades. The stripes themselves can be:
- different on each nail;
- identical;
- form a pattern of lines located at different angles.
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Airbrush on short nails
Airbrushing is confidently gaining momentum and leading among fashion trends.
It is almost impossible to do it at home, as it requires special equipment and operating skills. But in the end you can get very interesting options:
- ombre;
- translucent drawings;
- space landscapes.
Airbrush ombre on a short uniform - trend 1 Trend 2
Trend 3 Trend 4 Trend 5 Translucent image option 1 Option 2 Option 3 Option 4 Option 5 Option 6 Option 7
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Plain short manicure
Monochromatic nail design suddenly became the most popular idea. This manicure visually lengthens your fingers. And makes them neat. Those with short nails should give preference to the following colors:
- all translucent;
- bodily;
- grey;
- blue;
- brown;
- mint;
- green.
Single color translucent coating. Photo 1
Photo 2 Photo 3 Photo 4 Photo 5 Plain gray. Option 1 Option 2 Option 3 Option 4
Brown plain 1 Brown plain 2 Mint plain 1 Mint plain 2
Option 3
Important! Light shades always look advantageous on short lengths. But dark shades in combination with a vertical pattern will create the same effect.
Peculiarities
Having long nails is gradually going out of everyday fashion, so short artificial plates are an excellent option for creating a neat manicure.
Modeling small nails has its advantages:
- the strength of the plates increases;
- simple correction in case of damage to one of the tips;
- suitable for problematic and brittle nails prone to splitting;
- easily extended even to the shortest free edge of the nail;
- suitable for those girls who are not used to wearing a long manicure;
- a more convenient option for everyday use;
- the ability to create a beautiful manicure even if there is a strict dress code at work or school;
- a good option for those who have a wide plate;
- the costs of materials and work of the craftsman are usually less;
- It’s easier to decorate and choose a design.
Thanks to these advantages, modeling short nails has earned great popularity among clients. It helps you get used to the artificial plates more gently in order to grow longer nails in the future.
Fashionable nail polish shades by season
Fashion does not limit girls in choosing colors. But still, fashionistas should take seasonality into account if they want to always be aware of the top nail art trends of 2022.
in spring
Spring is a time of romance and tenderness. Therefore, spring trends emphasize femininity and lightness, which is primarily reflected in manicure colors.
Pink remains the constant leader in all its shades. But it's better to choose:
- bright tone of flamingo or fuchsia;
- pastel option.
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Pink is good on its own. But if desired, it can be combined with:
- white;
- rubbing;
- kamifubuki.
Manicure is soft pink and white. Combination 1 Combination 2 Combination 3 Combination 4 Pink nude with rubbing 1
Pink nude with rubbing 2 soft pink and kamifubiki.
Photo 1 Photo 2 Manicure in this palette is suitable for all women, regardless of age.
Translucent nude shades will also be popular:
- milky white;
- nude beige;
- diluted blue.
Watercolor flowers add them beautifully. The design is suitable for everyone and for any occasion.
Another spring hit is lemon color with a glossy or matte finish. Ombre looks good based on this tone. You can complement your lemon manicure with an accent nail with a translucent base and white geometry.
Such a noticeable design is relevant for young girls. It is also suitable for bows in white, turquoise and gray tones.
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In summer
Summer is an extravaganza of bright colors, among which neon will dominate. And it doesn’t matter what tone. The main thing is that it is as bright as possible. This type of nail art is suitable for self-confident girls.
The current trend for summer 2022 is contrasting ombre. These can be absolutely crazy combinations:
- blue + fuchsia;
- lemon + turquoise;
- orange + light green.
This idea is good for flowy summer dresses.
Quite unexpectedly, lavender entered the 2022 trends. It is recommended to use it for a single-color glossy manicure. It falls into the category of everyday wear and suits all women.
Important! Manicure for the summer allows for any experiments. For short nails you can try stamping, decals, glitter and rhinestones.
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in autumn
With the arrival of autumn, pay attention to deep and warm shades. They add elegance to the image, regardless of the chosen style of clothing.
Black color is especially relevant. Feel free to use it:
- for all nails or as an accent;
- with matte finish;
- in combination with a white jacket;
- diluting it with a moon manicure of the same color.
Active, strong and confident girls choose black. They are not afraid of attention from others. And always ready for something new.
Khaki is another fall must-have. It should be mixed with glitters and gold. Equally relevant are the golden accents introduced by:
- gel or varnish;
- foil;
- glitter;
- rubbing.
Khaki will suit almost all girls. But it is important that the manicure does not stand out from the overall image and matches the clothes.
Chocolate shade is the best manicure option for autumn for short nails. It is important to choose from a palette of tones:
- dairy;
- bitter chocolate.
They can be supplemented with “liquid metal” or made into a French jacket. Chocolate is considered a base color, so it is relevant in all situations.
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Short khaki manicure 1 Short khaki manicure 2 Short khaki manicure 3 Short khaki manicure 4 Short khaki manicure 5 Short khaki manicure 6
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in winter
Traditionally, cold weather brings cool shades with a transition to metal to the peak of fashion. And 2022 was no exception, defining several trends.
A stylish metallic jacket on a dark marsh base will last throughout the winter season. The main nuance of the manicure is the matte finish, which does not extend to the “smile”. This design looks great with snow-white chunky knit sweaters.
A good choice for winter would be light marble. It is difficult to create such an effect on your own, but craftsmen can easily create a texture that visually copies the cut of a stone. The design falls into the casual category and does not require selection of clothing.
Don't forget about the color blue. In 2022, deep indigo is relevant. It is complemented with a thick white pattern or rhinestones.
This type of nail art can be festive or made for a specific look. More often it is chosen by women over the age of 30 and very young girls.
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Pros of acrylic paints
Despite the fact that acrylic paints have a wide range of applications and many varieties, to draw patterns on nails you need universal ones.
Manicure with acrylic paints
Acrylic has a lot of advantages:
- rich color palette ;
- easy to apply: flexible, lays flat, does not spread;
- has no chemical odor, non-toxic ;
- suitable for application on both natural and extended nails coated with gel polish or biogel, long and short;
- dries quickly;
- washes off with water , so design errors can be easily corrected during the application process;
- Even when applied in several layers, it does not chip or crack after drying.
Acrylic paints are made on a water basis, so they are non-toxic and therefore harmless to nails and the body as a whole.
How to do a manicure on short nails (+ technique)
Every woman can do her own manicure. The main thing is to follow the technique and take your time:
- remove the layer of shellac to the base;
- level the surface of the plate with a file;
- treat with buff;
- give your nails the desired shape;
- thoroughly clean your fingers from dust with a brush;
- remove the cuticle manually or using a machine.
Depending on the chosen method, the algorithm of actions will vary. Manual manicure includes the following points:
- applying a softening composition to the cuticle;
- massage;
- moving dry skin with an orange stick or metal pusher;
- trimming the cuticle with special scissors.
The hardware procedure is done differently:
- move the cuticle with an orange stick;
- make a pocket under the skin;
- apply the flame nozzle to the cuticle so that it turns outward;
- change the nozzle to the ball;
- use it to cut off the skin;
- polish with a silicone pad.
Now you can start applying shellac:
- degrease the nail plates with a product intended for this purpose;
- apply primer;
- cover the nail with base and dry;
- apply the colored gel in two layers, making sure to dry each one;
- cover the plates with top;
- dry for 30 seconds.
While working, pay attention to the following points:
- Pre-treatment of rollers and cuticles. The more carefully the manicure is done, the more beautiful the result will be. With short nails, the slightest burrs or failure to work on some area are immediately noticeable.
- Only dry skin can be cut. Often, when cutting, living skin stretches behind the cuticle, injuring the finger. This should not be allowed, since such work causes bleeding and rapid overgrowth of the holes.
- Bleeding onto the rollers. This can happen to every newbie. But if you immediately remove the accumulated gel and immediately dry the nail, no traces will remain.
- Sealing the edge of the nail. It is more convenient to do this on a long plate. But on short ones, we must also not forget about sealing - each new layer of coating should be accompanied by a stroke with a semi-dry brush along the edge.
- Double top coat. Wear on short nails is often lower than on long nails. Therefore, it is worth applying a protective coating in 2 layers.
Common mistakes when building hair extensions
Before you do nail extensions at home, you should familiarize yourself with the common mistakes of beginners in the nail industry.
- The material does not dry out. This happens in situations where a too thick layer of varnish is applied and listened to in low-power lamps. To prevent this mistake, you need to apply thin layers of varnish and dry them in suitable lamps.
- The form is placed incorrectly. This results in too little material near the side ridges, which causes nail breakage.
- Incorrect nail architecture. Another reason for broken nails. If the architecture is not built correctly, the load on the apex increases, which leads to rapid breakage of the free edge of the nail.
- Allergy. The use of low-quality materials and individual intolerance to the components leads to a negative reaction in the form of a rash, pain, and detachment of the material.
- Fungus. Occurs during the correction of extended nails when air pockets have not been eliminated.
- Unsealed end and material flowing onto the skin. Two reasons for the material to peel off from a natural nail.
When doing nail extensions at home, you need to learn how to apply the material with a middle layer. A layer that is too thin risks cracking, and a thick layer risks breaking natural nails as they grow.
Manicure design options for short nails with photos
If you don’t yet know what manicure to get, then the designs in the selected photos will help you navigate and find your own option.
Selection of acrylic paints
The nail industry offers acrylic paints from many manufacturers. They differ in pigment quality, color range, consistency, and durability.
Polycolor
Set of acrylic paints
Created using the latest technology. They are highly valued by high-level professionals for their high-quality pigment and excellent resistance to cleaning agents and other household chemicals.
IRISK
They have optimal viscosity and are easy to mix. IRISK is characterized by high durability and a rich palette of rich, bright shades.
LadyVictory
They are distinguished by high color fastness and a characteristic glossy shine after drying. The color range is very diverse, with pure bright shades predominating.
Acrylic paints RUNAIL
Qumaxi
Acrylic paints with glitter. The line is distinguished by its originality, it contains a lot of unusual colors: gold, silver, metallic shades.
RUNAIL
High-quality acrylic paints with a rich color palette and long-lasting consistency. Easy to mix.
Delicate short manicure in a minimalist style
On a light, pastel background, laconic geometry or strict graphics look especially charming and fresh. Thin, barely noticeable lines, dots, schematically applied branches with buds or strokes create a special, unique effect.
Floral designs in a gentle short manicure
Floristry with luxurious garden flowers, charmingly modest wildflowers and unforgettable water blooming buds is especially relevant in the spring and summer. Images can be schematic, blurry watercolor or naturalistic. Experienced craftsmen apply them by hand, but you can use ready-made stencils or stickers.
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Delicate short manicure in blue tones
Airy lightness, elegance and boundless charm - this is how blue manicure can be described. Delicate light pastel, mysterious smoky, elegant azure shades awaken positive emotions. They are associated with the concepts dearest to our hearts and souls:
- the boundless expanses of heaven;
- a lovely carpet of forget-me-nots and primroses;
- frost on the glass on New Year's Eve and sparkling snowdrifts;
- the cool surface of forest lakes and the pure freshness of springs.
The heavenly palette is refreshing and invigorating. It looks great on neat, short nails. Pairs well with a strict work or school dress code, and luxuriously airy ballroom and wedding dresses.
