There are plenty of tough decisions to be made at the nail salon. But while we talk a lot about choosing a color, nail shapes are just as important (if not more so). Not only can different nail shapes change the look of your hands, but they can also set the mood for your mani before you even pick the shade or .
Think about it: short, nude round nails and nude stiletto nails have a very different vibe. “There are many nail shape options to choose from, starting with the classics like , , , , and , to more extreme shapes like , , and ,” , founder of Nails.INC, tells .
According to Green, most people tend to gravitate towards the more “classic” nail shapes: oval, almond, square, and squoval, though and nails are rising in popularity. Below, nail pros break down what you need to know about every nail shape out there. Round nails Round nails As the name suggests, round nails have a rounded tip and look great with nails of any length.
They're also easy to maintain and “Rounded nails follow the natural curve of the fingertip, creating a soft and subtle shape,” , a manicurist and DIY nail expert for , tells “This shape is ideal for short to medium length nails and best suited for longer fingers or those with heavy-hand labored lifestyles. It's the strongest, and grows out well.” Round nails also work best with wide shaped nail beds and are the lowest maintenance nail shape, she says.
To get the shape, Sally Hansen brand ambassador suggests filing from one side followi.