Short Nail Art Designs Gallery

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Long nails might be trending rn—I feel like they're all over IG—but I promise you that those claws aren't worth all the trouble. Like, how does anyone get anything done with long-ass nails? I have so many questions: Can you type an email? How do you send a text? How do you take out your contacts? Seriously though, long nails are way too complicated for me. That's why I keep mine short and neat. I feel like they get a bad rap for looking stubby or not being as cute as long nails, but trust me—it all depends on the type of nail art you swipe on those bbs.

In case you've had some trouble in the past picking out nail art and trends that work with your short nails, not against them, I decided to help you out. Ahead, I pulled together 23 of the coolest short nail ideas and designs for you to try out ASAP.

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1 This Mix-and-Match Mani for Short Nails

One major perk of choosing this mix-and-match design for your short nails? It's wayyy easier to DIY—you don't have to be perfect while swiping on the polish, because every nail has to look different anyways.

Recreate it with: OPI Nail Polish in Mexico City Move-mint

2 This Emerald Green Mani for Short Nails

This deep emerald polish is super simple while still keeping your short nails looking fresh and clean. To up the gloss factor, paint on a shiny top coat to finish off your look.

Recreate it with: Sally Hansen Mega Strength Top Coat

3 These Pink Swirls for Short Nails

4 This Green and Blue Design for Short Nails

5 This Blue Polka Dot Mani for Short Nails

6 This Yin-and-Yang Mani for Short Nails

7 These Pink French Tips for Short Nails

There are sooo many ways to rock a French manicure. If you're looking for a more classic option that also looks great on short nails, swipe on a nude base shade, then add a sliver of pink to the top of your nails for a subtle pop of color.

Recreate it with: Duri Nail Polish in Lilac Dream

8 This Multi-Hued Red Mani for Short Nails

9 This Leopard Print Manicure for Short Nails

10 This Pink and White Mani for Short Nails

11 This Gold Minimalist Mani for Short Nails

12 This Patterned Mani for Short Nails

13 This Yellow Marble Mani for Short Nails

Not only is the color of this yellow manicure a great option for short nails but the marble design is so fresh and unique, you'll have people doing double takes at your fingers.

Recreate it with: China Glaze Lacquer in Happy Go Lucky

14 This Mickey Mouse Mani for Short Nails

If Disney+ has renewed your love for your favorite childhood characters, may I suggest this adorable Mickey Mouse design as an option for your short nail mani?

Recreate it with: OPI Nail Polish in Alpine Snow White

15 This Pastel Mani for Short Nails

16 This Red, Geometric Mani for Short Nails

The combo of bright red nails with a cool geometric shape create an eye-catching manicure that you're going to want to repeat again and again.

Recreate it with: Revlon Nail Enamel in All On Red

17 This Flame Design for Short Nails

This mani def isn't for the faint of heart. But if you want to go all out, this flame nail art is an extra colorful and fun option for short nails.

Recreate it with: Essie Nail Polish in Aruba Blue

18 This White French Mani for Short Nails

19 This Two-Toned Pink Mani for Short Nails

20 This Tortoise Shell Mani for Short Nails

I'm bringing a screenshot of this mani the next time I go to the nail salon. It's a super-fun take on the tortoise shell nail design that's definitely going to be all over your feed in a few weeks.

Recreate it with: Cirque Colors Nail Polish in Bowery

21 This Orange Plaid Mani for Short Nails

Match your plaid skirt with a plaid mani and try out this design on your short nails. The pop of color is bright and bold without being super-extra.

Recreate it with: Zoya Nail Polish in Paz

22 This Smiley Face Mani for Short Nails

23 This Neon Pink and Yellow Mani for Short Nails

I'm a huge fan of switching it up and not sticking to just one color on my nails. But if you want to baby-step it into the multi-color mani trend, you can start by just painting one of your nails a different color, like this option.

Recreate it with: Orly Nail Lacquer in Beach Cruiser

Ama Kwarteng Ama Kwarteng was previously the associate beauty editor at Cosmopolitan.

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Short Nail Art Designs Gallery

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