Forms of nails, tips for their selection and creation

A beautiful neat manicure is an essential part of the image of a modern woman. And it begins not with the choice of the type of coating or a good design, but with well-groomed hands. One of the main roles here is assigned to the shape of the nails. It is she who determines the entire style of further manicure, including possible shades of gel or varnish, decor and much more. It is also believed that the favorite shape of nails can tell a lot about the character of its owner.

Each woman has a unique shape of hands and fingers with a certain shape of nails. The shapes of nails are very diverse; in general, they can be divided into several groups. Their names and types correspond to geometric shapes, as they resemble them externally.

The fashion for false nails has already passed today. The trends in the world of nail art tend to be natural. Therefore, women are advised to decorate natural nails and only slightly correct them, giving them a shape close to natural.

• Square. This is one of the most commonly used forms. It consists of two straight lines on the sides and an even transverse straight line. The corners must be straight. It has a square and its own varieties, which will be discussed below.

This shape of nails is contraindicated for wide hands with short fingers, as it will make them visually shorter. Owners of natural thin and weak nail plates should also abandon square (rectangular) nails. Their corners may break off, and as the edges grow, they may begin to bend inward.

For the design of such marigolds, French manicure is most suitable. The pattern imitating marble looks interesting, as well as the "cat's eye" coating.Trendy geometric patterns blend harmoniously with a square shape. A small amount of rhinestones or straight, shiny stripes will help to add shine to your nails.

The origami pattern looks interesting. If you want to soften the shape a little, you should choose a matte finish for decoration. It's also worth using a modest floral design on your accent nail. Small buds on elongated stems will look good.

It is believed that the owners of square-shaped nails have masculine traits, an analytical mindset and a pragmatic outlook on life. They like to give good advice, are punctual and sometimes overly meticulous. Manicure can be kept in perfect condition, paying attention to the smallest oversight.

• Soft square. It is the same shape but with rounded corners. It is worn on both medium and short lengths. Due to the greater practicality, she has a lot of fans. This is a very good solution for those who like the square shape, but cannot afford it due to the fragility of the nail plates.

A girl with this shape of nails is a real workaholic. She is always in business. If this is not a job, then one of a hobby or helping someone. These are real optimistic realists.

They believe in destiny, but they make a lot of efforts for their own success. In the people they meet on the way, they try to find, first of all, dignity.

• Oval. This shape is simply versatile because of its attractiveness and strength. It can be worn at different lengths, but it is better on short and medium nails. It is suitable for women of all ages and has ample opportunities as a basis for a wide variety of designs.

It visually lengthens the fingers and harmonizes with the natural shape of the base of the nail. It is created on any nails, including natural and weakened ones.

The most natural classic shape is beautiful at any length, it is harmoniously combined with different design options. This shape is very feminine and softer than the almond shape. Flowers and monograms will be able to successfully arrange such marigolds in any color scheme. They can be safely combined with various techniques and decor.

The gradient technique and the "cat's eye" design look great on such nails. The popular knit sweater pattern adds softness. You can choose from matte or glossy finishes, metallic effect, shimmer and glitter. And the volumetric 3D performance on such nails looks simply stunning.

The owner of oval nails tries to strive for the ideal in everything. She is unusually feminine in the way of thinking, habits and choice of clothes. Loves to chat and does not tolerate disputes and disputes. The best rest for her is doing her favorite hobby or leisurely contemplation of the landscape over a cup of tea.

• Round. This form is close to natural. In this case, the edge of the nail plate repeats the edge of the finger. The only difficult aspect in such a manicure is that the growing nails will need to be corrected in a timely manner. Round nails look spectacular with a monochromatic finish in matte and glossy versions. A classic jacket is good at medium length. Broken glass will add extravagance to the form. And vertical or diagonal patterns will help to visually lengthen the nail plate.

The animalistic drawing, which is fashionable in the new season, will suit the owners of round nails. Monograms look harmonious, as well as a cozy velvet design using sand or soft flock. Very young girls can use various funny patterns and designs that look good on round nails.

It is believed that the owners of round nails are romantic, love to dream, try to stay away from conflict situations.They often behave inconspicuously, but at the same time many show them sympathy or patronage.

• Square oval. This is another variation on the theme of modifying the oval and square. It is good to use it on medium length and long nails. It is quite stable due to its wide tip. In this case, the entire edge of the nail plate and side corners have a rounded shape. Quite a practical option that does not require frequent adjustments. The arched shape will suit even women with wide nails, as the square oval compensates for this shape.

Practical people trying to keep up with everything can choose the same design option as for square nails. Discreet decor and pure colors are preferred. It would be nice to decorate your manicure with a classic jacket with the addition of delicate floral accents or modest rhinestones. For an evening out, you can add a mirror effect or a metal rub.

• Almond. This form is characterized by the absolute absence of sharp corners. Only smooth lines, with the help of which the nail from the sides smoothly tapers towards the center. The tip is also quite smooth, oval. This configuration is very graceful and feminine. Nails like this never go out of style. It is worth choosing a long or medium length for this shape. The nails must be strong enough, as the shape is not entirely stable. Extended nails of this configuration look good. It is better to choose them for girls with graceful fingers and a short base of the nail plate.

French manicure is a great solution for these nails. It can be supplemented with lunula decoration, rhinestones or elegant lace design. Glitter, rhinestones and broths look luxurious. Geometric design should be used very carefully so that it does not disturb the harmony of the basic shape.

Various patterns and designs will create an original look. You can safely experiment with textures and colors of the coating. Smooth ombre blends or a crisp gradient will help create the desired effect. Rhinestones and metal rubbing will create a fashionable look.

Owners of almond-shaped marigolds carefully take care of themselves, have a healthy egoism and excellent taste. They love to relax. Therefore, they are more likely to be found in the spa than on the treadmill.

• Sharp triangular shape. Resembles almond-shaped, but with an extremely angular sharp end. Catchy nails are somewhat aggressive, so the masters try to move away from them. For lovers of cat claws, medium or large lengths are suitable. At the same time, the nails must be very strong and healthy. To avoid chipping, it is better to reinforce them with acrylic or build up. This shape will look best on thin fingers with rather narrow nail plates.

In the most extreme form, the shape can take the form of a peak. Its tip is extremely elongated and pointed. Create this shape on artificial nails. This is a common runway or nail art option for a themed party.

For every day, such a manicure is best done in popular nude tones. The matte finish will help smooth out extreme shapes. For the evening, you can choose a chic red and black design, glitter and metal rubbing. "Cat's eye", rhinestones and foil with their trendy effects will emphasize the rare shape of such a nail plate.

These marigolds are preferred by creative personalities, emotional and extravagant. They are very mysterious and not inclined to lead a practical life. But they are able to offer at work a dozen non-standard solutions to the issue. They do not like all kinds of restrictions on their freedom-loving nature. Often, this style is preferred by somewhat exaggerated personalities and unique vamp women.

• Ballerina. This new fashionable form appeared relatively recently, and gained mass distribution literally in the last three seasons. It is called so because of the external resemblance to ballerinas' pointe shoes. The trapezoidal shape is a mixture of rectangle and pointed nails. In this case, the tip is even, cut off, and the corners are quite sharp. An elongated trapezoid looks gorgeous in medium length and on long nails. Especially for lovers of naturalness, they created a version of a short form. The architecture of a manicure is quite complex, so insufficiently strong nails can crack in the process of creating a form.

The form is quite catchy, so it does not need a complex design. A noble monochrome matte finish is enough. Rhinestones, stones and sparkles will give a luxurious effect to such nails.

The current geometric design in addition to the metallic effect will look very fashionable. You can decorate such a form with a jacket in an interesting interpretation.

This form is chosen by spectacular women who love to take care of themselves. They have good taste and exquisite manners. There is something to talk about with them. Such a girl often becomes a muse, inspiring heroic deeds.

The fashion for sawdust options is now more democratic than ever. Today, almost everything is in trend that does not reach kitsch and vulgarity. Nails can be flashy, but not gaudy. In this case, the accuracy of the design and the same configuration of all nail plates are required.

Stylists focus only on naturalness and harmony. This means that the shapes can be chosen very different, as well as the length. At the same time, naturalness and naturalness are welcomed in everything.

• If you have naturally weak nails, do not torment them with a long triangular shape. It is better to make a round natural version on short nails. Moreover, since it is just easy to get into the trend.
• If the lifestyle and features of the nail plate permits, you can wear a great length and choose the most extravagant configuration options. It is worth remembering that it should be in harmony with the shape of the hand and fingers, as well as the structural and structural features of the nail. There should be harmony when choosing a design in design and color of one form or another. An incorrectly chosen tone or decor can ruin the impression of even the most well-chosen shape.
• The most demanded form in recent seasons is the ballerina. It has become almost a classic, the second oval shape in its fresh incarnation. She is more demanding on the quality of the nail plate. Often it is done by girls on extended nails.
• Another opposite trend: short natural nails in the shape of a rounded square or with round tips.
• And, of course, the oval at medium length is out of fashion and changeable trends. It helps to adjust the shape of the fingers very simply and quickly and is ideal for all women.

• Beveled shape. One of the many variations of the square is rarely used in everyday manicure. Suitable for extravagant ladies. It is based on straight lines on the sides. The top is also straight, but inclined to the sidewalls at an angle. As a result, a different effect is obtained on each side: an acute and an obtuse angle. Usually such a stylish cut is made in one direction. Use the form on the nails of medium length, which should be strong and narrow enough.

You can decorate your nails with a spectacular chameleon varnish, metal or mirror rubbing, a geometric pattern will be a logical addition to such an unusual shape. Rhinestones should be used sparingly and better if they are not round.

Flowers also don't go very well with this shape. Or they should be very simple and schematic, drawn in the Art Nouveau style. Various figures and thematic patterns are suitable for beveled nails.Diagonal colored stripes are emphasized.

• Pipe form. This is a fairly fresh type of manicure. It combines echoes of several forms at once: almond-shaped, rounded square, ballerina. The nails should be long enough, so this type of manicure is often performed on extended nails.

This is not an everyday option, it looks quite extraordinary and impressive. The tips of the nail plates are somewhat reminiscent of tubules and look very refined and graceful. In such a manicure it is worth emphasizing the tips of the nails and the nail bed. Often, volumetric modeling in the form of flowers is used on this form.

The ombre technique, chameleon coatings and the "cat's eye" effect look good. Floral painting and classic monograms also harmoniously fit into the geometry of the pipe style. Rhinestones and glitter of different colors are used to make the nails shine. If you want to create a more subtle effect, you should choose powdery shades and lace-style decor.

There are many factors to consider when choosing a particular shape. Experts suggest starting with the easiest way. To do this, you can take a piece of foil or plain white paper. Marigolds of different shapes and lengths are cut from it.

We apply the resulting layouts (or glue) on all fingers of one hand. This will make it easier to decide which shape is right for you. You can also use bright adhesive stickers for this purpose.

Experts consider oval or round shapes to be ideal, they are suitable for more than 80% of women. The modern interpretation of these forms is the ballerina nail plate. But you shouldn't blindly follow the advice. You need to select the shape individually, in accordance with your lifestyle and the capabilities of the nail plate.

The beautiful nail line attracts attention. However, it is worth remembering that manicure is chosen not only for aesthetic reasons and on the basis of one's own taste. You will have to walk around the clock for more than one day with such nails, so it's a good idea to include practical considerations.

Analyze what kind of life you lead, what kind of work you do. If you have a small child or, for example, you work as a doctor, seamstress, manicure on long nails is categorically contraindicated. The length and shape are chosen so that they are comfortable for the hostess, safe and do not bring troubles and injuries to others.

It is important to consider the anatomical structure of the fingers and the hand as a whole. Square manicure and its varieties are not suitable for plump fingers. It is worth choosing a manicure that lengthens the fingers. An oval or "ballerina" at medium length will help to visually make them more graceful. For wide nail plates, a rounded square or circle on short nails will work.

The quality of natural nails will also directly affect the choice of shape. If you are a happy owner of healthy strong nails, then you have practically no restrictions in the selection of design. Well, if, like most, you are not lucky enough to have naturally strong marigolds, you can strengthen them with the help of special tools or make extensions.

The optimal choice is the shape that breaks the least. These are round and oval nails. A rounded square shape on medium and short lengths is also acceptable.

Think about your favorite coating and its colors. Think about future design. Which one is used most often? If rich dark tones are preferred, short square nails should be preferred. So they will look elegant, graceful and fashionable.

On long nails, burgundy or black can look quite flashy and defiant. For such cases, save the coating of powdery delicate shades.

On triangular nails, the jacket will look ridiculous.Lovers of rhinestones should not choose square nails. And if you want to embody a fashionable geometric pattern, do not rush to file the nails into an almond shape. Clear, strict lines will destroy the harmonious impression of the smooth curves of this shape.

If you have already decided on the choice of the form, you can begin to bring it to life at home.

• We decorate nails on well-groomed hands, so first you should take care of their beauty. We carefully remove the old coating and make a nourishing hand bath. To do this, add salt and olive oil to warm water, you can lower rose petals and honey. After that, remove the cuticles, if necessary. Lubricate the fingers along with the nails with a nourishing cream and get to work.
• The correct file will help to make a neat manicure. It must be of high quality. Discard the old metal options. They spoil the nail plate, and are also unhygienic.

If possible, it is better to buy a glass nail file. This is the best option for home use. Professionals use paper-based disposable tools. A good and inexpensive tool is a plastic file. It is better to choose a coating grain size of the order of 250-300 units per square centimeter of working area.

• To even out the length on all fingers, use an ordinary straight file or a bent one, like a banana. Hold it with four fingers on top, and place your thumb below the file. Movements should be smooth and in one direction. You should not rush, as you can overdo it and remove the excess. Then you will have to fit all the nails to this length. Multilevel manicure looks untidy.

• You can start creating the form. The popular oval is created by filing the corners at one angle from the edges to the middle of the nail plate and in the opposite direction. To obtain a symmetrical shape at the end, you can process the nail with a softer file, making light strokes on the sides.
• When making a rounded square shape, do about the same. Only the middle of the nail is not affected, it should remain straight. The corners are sawn to a lesser extent and at a different slope.
• The sharp shape is just as easy to create. But when performing it, you need to be extremely careful and attentive. Natural nails must be strong and long enough to handle. The nail plates are oval shaped. Then the tip is left alone and the corners are actively cut from the edges towards the center.
• Choose the appropriate design and create a beautiful pattern on your nails, after covering them with a protective transparent base. Don't be afraid to experiment and express yourself.

Specialist tips for choosing the shape of the nails in the video below.