Stylish Short Nails: Abstract Art to Energize Your Look

We’re headed into winter and the weather extremes are hard on natural nails. Worse, all the holiday prep can wreck a manicure, too. Short nails are more convenient right now, but there’s no reason to be boring. You can rock stylish short nails with abstract act to energize your look. It doesn’t take much effort to add a little pizzazz. These designs are perfect for juggling busy schedules or giving your nails a breather.

Metropolitan Museum Nails

Unless you’re an art major, you’ve probably poked fun at abstract paintings. Maybe you’ve declared that “anyone can do that”. Well, yes, and here’s your chance to try!

Notice that some nails have a nude base and others a caramel shade underneath. The palette includes white, red, blue, black, and gold. Every shade is randomly layered for a unique finish on each nail. Some colors are brushed on while others are splashed or speckled. This would be a fun project to use up those old polishes that have been neglected for a while.

Dotticure

If you prefer a more precise look, a geometric manicure is in order. Start with a sheer neutral base and use a dotting pen to place rows of coffee, cream, and black dots. Otherwise, spice it up with other colors that suit your mood or the occasion. Whatever approach you take, we find that Lavis gel polish provides professional results. It offers beautiful saturation and works perfectly for precision placement. It cures quickly and stays gorgeous for weeks.

Monochrome Manicure

For a low-key but fun look, play with glitter swirls over a matching shade. LDS nail polish has pairs like You’re One in a Million 003 and Gray Heather 025. What’s more, this lacquer brand is 9-free, vegan, and cruelty-free for a healthier you and a better environment for all. It’s ideal for giving your nails a break from other enhancements while still looking well-cared for.

Color-blocked Nails

Do you ever have trouble deciding which color to paint your nails? Here’s the solution. Color-blocked nails feature two or more shades so you can use all your favorites at once! Although this design has blocks around the edges like a futuristic French manicure, feel free to get creative. Use circles or triangles, or place shapes in various places. What matters is how you use the negative space where the neutral shade shows through.

Admittedly, this nail art requires a steady hand (or nail striping tape or a stencil) If you find struggle to keep your polish from running, try OPI gel. The new Intelli-Gel prevents cuticle flooding and stays put where you brush it.

Conclusion

Once you’ve played with abstract nail art, you’ll likely think of even more creative designs to explore. And you’ll likely never look at short nails the same again when you’ve seen how many ways there are to make them spicier. We hope you enjoy each opportunity to try something new and find a perfect match for your personal style!