'As a former nail-biter, I can attest that nail art makes every length look extra fabulous,' says New York City-based nail artist Miss Pop.

You and your adorable short nails can still hang. If you're someone who will never succumb to the siren song of acrylic nails, are a nail-biter, just aren't a big fan of long nails, or are cursed with weak nails that just won't grow no matter how many supplements you take, don't fret. Short nails are like Jan Brady, the middle sister who sometimes gets overlooked but definitely deserves the attention just like her big sis.

We're talking much longer than that library book you forgot to return to the school librarian back in the fourth grade, or that one-word text you were supposed to send to that guy you've been talking to on Tinder. But let's be honest: short nail designs are long overdue for some time in the spotlight. However, when you buy something through our retail links, we may earn an affiliate commission.Long nails are like the Marcia Brady of manicures - they get all the attention and are always showing off, displaying their intricate designs on the internet. You’re going to want to try these ASAP.Īll products featured on Glamour are independently selected by our editors. Scroll on for the best flower nail designs, and get ready to screenshot. Whatever your preference-and skill level-we rounded up a ton of our favorite ideas that will last you from now through springtime and beyond.

And if you prefer a more saccharine take, there are plenty of sweet, delicate riffs on flower designs too. Paired with the fact that floral nail art is usually reserved for the warmer months, opting for some right now actually feels unexpected-even edgy, depending on the kind of design you go for, since there are more ways to wear flowers on your nails than ever.Ĭartoonish, retro ’70s florals are definitely spring’s top trend thanks to celebs like Dua Lipa and Bella Hadid, while Etsy is full of photo-realistic decals that look modern as hell. Look, we get that flower nail designs are nothing new (cue The Devil Wears Prada reference here), but after months away from the salon, any nail art feels like the freshest thing on the planet.

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