45 Short Nails Trends For 2023 We’re in Love With

17. Set Yourself Free Nails

If you’re waiting for your nails to grow, I can’t recommend this look enough. Vertical lines create the illusion of length, making your nails look longer than they really are.

Of course, the colorful lines also look fantastic and are brimming with personality.

18. Halloween Vibes Short Nails

A common misconception is that themed nails are only for special occasions or certain times of the year.

If you’re feeling the spooky vibes now, why not let it show in your nails? These short nails pair black French tips with Halloween-themed nail art for a chic finish that can be worn all year round.

19. Gold French Nails

These nails are effortlessly chic. As well, you don’t necessarily need to go to a salon to achieve this salon-style look.

Instead, file your nails into the popular oval shape and apply a clear base.

After, add a small line of shimmery gold polish to complete this Instagram-ready manicure.

20. Let’s Get it Green

I love crescendo nails that start subtly before becoming more dramatic or detailed toward the middle and tapering off again.

It makes the most of the minimalism and ‘extra’ trends and is entirely captivating to look at.

21. Natural Look Short Nails

If you want nails, you can wear to the office but will also fit right in on a night out, these are the classic, minimalist nails for you.

They can be perfected in a matter of minutes and even used as a blank canvas if you want to spice up your nails down the line.

22. Olive Abstract Swirls

Olive is one of my favorite colors to use on nails as it brings an elegant, smart vibe that pairs gorgeously with rings.

It’s a little unique, especially due to its abstract design but worry not; that just means you can get a little creative when trying out this chic look.

23. A French White Mani

Who needs all those bells and whistles when you could just have a straightforward, ultra-chic, and no-nonsense manicure that can be done within minutes.

File your nails into a square shape, grab some white polish and coat those layers on.

24. Mini White Hearts

We all love a little fairytale charm now and then, and this manicure delivers.

 It’s not the easiest to master, but it’s completely worth it as a nail design that can be worn anytime, anywhere, while looking effortlessly cute.

25. Blue Steel Nails

If your nails are on the cusp of being short and long, this is the style I recommend for you.

The blue polish needs a little more space to come into its own, showcasing its beauty across the entirety of your nail.

Don’t be afraid to get creative with this look and apply the blue blobs wherever your heart desires.

26. Full Nails Swirls

Short nail ideas often avoid any full or chunky lines that can crowd the nail. However, what we see here is the perfect execution of a trendy look that’s almost irresistibly gorgeous.

Almost like straight lines, these vertical swirls create the illusion of length, making your nails look longer in style.

27. Sand Nails

Sand-colored nails are the hidden gem of the neutral palette. They should be trending by now, so we fully expect them to get the recognition they deserve in the coming months.

If you are looking for a great color for every day and a chic yet fuss-free manicure, then this is the choice for you.

28. The Calm in the Chaos

It’s not every day a nail design gives rustic, but I’m loving it. These nails have a free-spirited appeal to them that’s laid down by the neutral backdrop.

A light sand color coats the outside nails, while the accent nails are reminiscent of a delightful cornfield on a sunny day.

It won’t be an easy one to replicate, so you might want to allow your nail technician to do it justice.

29. Rose Quartz Nails

Shades of pink and early white meet in this mesmerizing design that takes the watercolor trend and makes it look fabulously stony.

This gem-inspired style suits short nails perfectly, almost making them look like little gemstones.

While this look is manageable, it’s best to let the professionals create that sleek sheen that’s like real-life rose quartz.

30. Candy Nails

Almost appearing to be LED-lit, this mani simply leaps from your hand and truly shines brightly.

The orange and blue pieces are lined by neon lines of the same color, creating an electrifying look.

However, I have to note that the sheen emanating from these lines may be a little tough to recreate. Perhaps this is a stunning one to take to your nail technician.

31. Classic White Nails

Short nails and white polish are a dreamy match made in heaven.

The clean look enjoys some warmth due to the lightly rounded shape of the nails, which can be easily achieved with a nail file.

Feel free to layer with nail art and get creative if you want to jazz up your nails.

32. Feeling Blue Nails

Like a snowy sky, these polka-dot nails are a timeless beauty. A navy background sets the scene for white dots that are entirely charming and cute.

I highly recommend that you enlist the help of a toothpick to achieve this neat nail short nail design.

33. Zebra Prints Nails

Negative space is in at the moment making these nails one of the hottest on the list. Slivers of natural nail peep through the white stripes creating a zebra pattern without the contrast.

This more parred back approach is ideal for short nails as it doesn’t overwhelm the small working space but rather makes the most of what’s already there.

34. Globe Short Nails