Mixing matte and gloss finishes can provide dimension without overwhelming the nail, explains Gerstein. This chic looks keeps the gloss minimal, with a slight shimmer polish along the cuticle.

Take it from celebrity nail artist Elle Gerstein, who calls short almond nails the “quiet luxury of nail shapes.” She says, ...

You're not stuck with simple solid colors just because your nails are short, K?

If you’ve ever flashed your hands during a meeting and thought, “Wow, these short nails are doing absolutely nothing for my outfit,” this list is about to change your life. These 45 classy short nail ...

Short nails often make going about daily activities easier—and with the following manicurist-recommended designs and colors to try this fall, you won't be compromising style with less nail length.

Intricate nail art is just as statement-making on short acrylic nails. Short nails are less prone to breakage than long nails, which will help your manicure stay flawless for longer. Getting acrylic ...

It’s a common misconception that you need to have super-long nails in order to get cool designs on your manicure (you know, since you have a bigger canvas to work with). This is false: You’ve got ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. As a chronic nail biter, I'm well aware that finding a gorgeous nail design is just half the manicure battle—it also has to fit on ...