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August 16, 2023

15 Classy Short Nail Design Ideas You Can Wear Year Round

Hey there!  Are you looking for classic short nail design ideas that you can wear throughout the year?

Great, you’re in the right spot!

These classy short nail designs highlight gorgeous muted colors and beautiful details for every shape of short nails.

You’ll find plenty of inspiration for gel nail ideas, square, rounded oval and almond nail shapes.

As always, for more information about a particular design follow the source links directly below the image!

Let’s get to it!

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#1) Short Square Chrome French Tip Nail Design Idea

short nail design ideas

Source: Pinterest

These nails are SO pretty!

I love the dainty french tip, in a trendy gold chrome color.

This short nail design idea looks incredible year round.

#2) Chic Short Square Black Nails

gel nails

Source: Tatooed Martha

These classy and short black nails have a modern square edge and bold style.

Black goes with everything, and a fun short nail color that packs some serious style.

#3) Classic French Manicure Short Nail Design Idea

short nail design idea

Source: Korobova Nail Studio Instagram

These gorgeous french tip short square nails are just so pretty.

The dainty french tip and high gloss top coat literally never go out of style!

#4) Pretty Rounded Pearl Short Gel Nails 

short gel nails

Source: Pinterest

These gorgeous oval nails are perfectly rounded and in a lovely pearl shimmery tone.

This neutral color works well from summer to winter, with a light and fresh design style.

#5) Short Accent Nail Design Idea

short nail design idea

Source: Eva Rom Nail Art Instagram

This pretty muted manicure has a fun twist with a speckled accent nail.

Short nail designs look great with contrasting accent colors and patterns!

#6) Double French Tip Short Gel Nail Design

gel nails

Source: Pinterest

This double french tip nail design is so trendy and cool!

This looks incredible in gold chrome, but would work well with any color you choose.

#7) Delicate Black French Tip on Short Nude Nails

short nail design idea

Source: Blush & Pearls

These barely tipped short nude nails are so pretty! 

The black french tip is classic and bold, and looks so chic when applied on a very thin line.

#8) Easy French Manicure Short Nail Design Idea

Source: Etsy

These pretty short rounded nails have a beautiful french tip that is easy to apply and DIY.

These tiny french tip stickers work well and come highly reviewed from the ETSY seller linked above!

#9) Fun & Angular Modern Design For Short Nails

gel nails

Source: Pinterest

This short nail design ideas is both edgy and modern.

A fun and interesting design idea for short nails, I love the angled muted color and contrasting black lines!

So cool.

#10) Gold Fleck Short Nail Design Idea

short nail design idea

Source: You Tube

These gorgeous gold and white nails look incredible on a short square nail shape.

Small gold foil accents bring dimension and interest to any base color for that matter.

#11) Irresistible Iridescent Rounded Short Nails 

gel nails

Source: @matejanova Instagram

I am in love with this shimmery iridescent manicure on rounded short nails! 

It has the perfect amount of sheen without being overpowering. 

It also compliments nearly every design style!

#12) Reverse French Tip Short Nail Design Ideas

Source: Pinterest

This is one of the most creative short nail design ideas I have seen yet!

The reverse french tip looks so cool, especially in a trendy chrome polish color.

#13) Classic White Manicure With A Twist

short gel nails

Source: Haul Of Fame

A white manicure is a classic style that always looks great on short nails.

This fun short nail design has an accent pinky in an adorable heart shape, so cute!

#14) Classic Nude Short Nail Design Idea

short nail design idea

Source: Coleen Hobson

Natural nude nails are always in style, and really look great on short nails of any shape!

Pick a nude color that compliments your natural skin tone for a seamless polished look.

#15) Glitter French Tip Short Nail Design Ideas

gel nails with glitter french tip

Source: Pinterest

Last but certainly least is this gorgeous and glittery french tip nail design.

The muted glitter color adds dimension to short nail designs while still keeping a timeless classic look!

Happy Short Nail Designing

I hope you found some short nail design ideas that you can try out during your next maincure.

Polished and pretty, you really can’t go wrong with any of these designs that can carry you throughout the year!

Cheer for now.

<3 Ang

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