Sorry, Long Talons- These Chic Short Nails Are Way Cooler Now

You know when you find that perfect "my lips, but better" lipstick shade? Doesn't it feel so much like a relief in a way- that there's a lip shade made to match your lips perfectly and make them look so effortlessly beautiful? That's the feeling I've been chasing at all my nail appointments, and it always eludes me. Whether it's because I've gotten carried away by a trend, or taken others' opinions on how my nails would look good or my nail technician just turned down what I wanted to get because "it wasn't for my nails", I haven't ever stuck with my instinct and it's time to make some changes. Nail appointments are not about to become the new haircuts, where we smile and say "I love it", when we're actually crying on the inside.

I love short nails. I always have and will never understand what's not to love about them. They're convenient, they're classy and you never have to worry about your skin products getting jammed underneath them or poking your eye out. Why should they be considered any less gorgeous than the long, sleek nails that we've all felt the pressure to go in for? So, from now on, we're being as true to our taste in nails as we are to our taste in men.

We've found just the inspo you need to ditch long nails for good, and there's something for everyone- all the glam, without feeling like you're carrying the weight of the world on your fingers. Keep reading, you're going to have to make some tough decisions!

Latte Nails

After latte makeup and hair, it's now time for latte nails to steal the spotlight. If you're a coffee addict, get these nails to stand as a testament of your one true love.

Pressed Floral Nails

Stop it right now. These are so pretty, I would sport them anywhere and everywhere. Whether you're cottagecore, soft-girl, romantic or minimalistic, these pressed floral nails fit every aesthetic.

Neutral Cat Eye Nails

You just can't go wrong. They're classy, but in a blingy-enough-to-catch-everyone's-eye way. This style is versatile across all seasons and nail shapes, too.

Jewel-Toned Nails

I knew gemstones were soothing to look at, but these nails?! They take understated glam to a whole new level. You can even pick your favourite stones and curate your own set of nails.

Rhinestone Glass Nails

Rhinestones make everything better, there's no two ways about it. And with this beautiful milky nude base, you're going to have everybody's dream set.

Celestial Nails

Channel the astrophile in you by getting these gorgeous night sky inspired nails. Ask for an ombre chrome grey background with 3D gold design and you have your celestial nails!

Peach Skin Nails

You probably know 2024's Pantone colour was peach fuzz, but let's do them one better with these coral-peach fuzz ombre nails. Aren't they stunning?

Pastel Periphery Nails

Love your pastels, but don't want to get anything too far from your natural nails? This is the perfect pick for you, and the pop of colour is beautiful on these rounded-square nails.

Y2K Nails Reimagined

Re-live your adolescent years; get the perfect Y2K glitter nails, but with a 2024 twist on them. The nude break between the glitter bands balances out the bling, so your nails look so fun and never tacky.

Cherry-fied French Nails

As evergreen as a French manicure is, your technician is probably tired of doing the same thing on your nails month after month. Get a much-needed update to your regular style with these adorable cherry-tipped French nails and watch the compliments pouring in.