Published on: Apr 12, 2022 • 5 min read
Acrylic nails are one of those beauty trends that almost everyone loves.
There is just something about that picture-perfect result that we can’t take our eyes off.
And, whether you’re a fan of super-long talons or short and perky numbers, you can rock acrylic nails and look flawless.
But today, we’re putting short acrylic nails on the pedestal, sharing some of the absolute top ideas for cute short acrylic nails you won’t want to miss.
The only question is - which style will you end up wearing?
Let’s find out!
Trendy Short Acrylic Nails: 8 Picks
When it comes to pretty manicure picks, we could go on forever. However, we will highlight the top eight absolute best short acrylic nail ideas and nail shapes to see you through 2022.
Half Moon Cute Trendy Short Acrylic Nails
If you’re looking for a style that’s out-of-the-box and unique, consider the half-moon style.
This quirky look features a half-moon of nail polish going in the opposite direction of your natural nail, creating a nail design that looks like a moon is rising from beneath.
You can mix and match colors to suit your needs. For example, some may prefer gray nails or black nails with a colorful half-moon.
Some may want to wear perkier colors on their short acrylic nails, such as bright pink with an orange half-moon. Nothing is off-limits!
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Neon Short Acrylic Nails
If you’re a fan of all-things neon (and who isn’t), then you will love the neon acrylic nail trend.
Neon looks great on long nails and short acrylic nails alike, whether you’re opting for show-stopping short pink acrylic nails or want to tame it down with some short yellow acrylic nails.
You can even be more daring with a different neon shade on every finger. Talk about a rave on one hand!
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Nude Short Acrylic Nails
If you’re looking for an oh-so-cute short acrylic nail design on the tamer side, consider nude nails.
Nude short nails look lovely as they have that “barely-there” appearance that mimics your natural nails.
They’re ideal for the lady that wants to look timid and sweet without overdoing it with shocking styles or colors.
They’re also great for professional businesswomen that need a short nail length and subtle colors.
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Cherry Red Acrylic Nails
Red nails are undeniably exotic, majestic, and sexy. And yes, they look that way whether you’re sporting short nails, long nails, or nails of any length and size.
The rich and deep tones of cherry are perfect to wear year-round, making short red acrylic nails a convenient style to consider on your next trip to the nail salon.
Luscious red hues look incredibly enticing on short coffin nails, creating a vampiristic appearance that plenty of people crave.
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French Tip Short Acrylic Nails
Nothing says “classy” quite like a classic french manicure. It simply oozes beauty and a chic attitude, so most women adore this nail design.
So, if you’re looking for simple nail ideas that can work on square short acrylic nails or round nails, highly consider white tips.
The only slight difference you might want is opting for a thinner line on your short white acrylic nails rather than the classic manicure with a chunky white tip.
You can also shake things up a bit. Why settle for a white nail? Step out of the box with blue tips or another fun shade.
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Pastel Short Nails
Do you love color but don’t want to get too crazy with neon colors? Then pastel nails may be just what you were looking for.
Shorter nails look beautiful with pastel shades. You can opt for a lovely light pink, a more subtle light blue, or other pastel favorite shades.
The best part is that you can rock a different nail polish color on each finger. Yes, the different shades might look a bit like an Easter egg explosion - but who’s complaining?
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Embellished Short Nail Designs and Nail Art
Bright colors? Sure, they look great on longer nails and shorter nails and every nail length out there.
But who said you had to settle for color?
If you keep your nails short but don’t want to opt for “all the rage” colors, consider nail art instead.
Nail art is prevalent for 2022, regardless of your nail shape.
You can place any type of nail art you want. Smiley faces? Definitely. Roses? You bet. Peace signs? Of course! There are endless possibilities when it comes to nail art!
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Glitter Short Nails
If you want to make your short acrylic nails have that extra dose of “pizazz,” then toss some glitter on top.
Glitter is going to make any short acrylic nail look tremendous. You can add silver glitter on top of light pink or light blue for an entertaining look. Go daring with black nails topped with glitter and shine!
As I always say, a little sparkle never hurt anyone. So skip the matte base this year and go for the eye-catching appeal of glitter on your short acrylics this year.
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FAQ
What Acrylic Nails Are in Style in 2022?
This year, just about everything goes in terms of nail designs, so feel free to let your nail ideas run wild. You can opt for subtle light pink acrylic or go wild with leopard print.
The best part is that whether you go significant or subtle with these latest trends, you can rest assured that these nail designs will look great whether you have shorter lengths.
Does a French Manicure Look Good on Short Nails?
Even if you keep your nails short, a French manicure can look incredible.
And don’t think you have to settle for classic colors. This year, you can use multiple shades to reach your “perfect manicure.” It’s called the “funky manicure,” and we love it.
