A Guide To All 12 Nail Shapes

Top 12 most popular nail shapes explained. In this video, I will explain the difference between the 12 most popular nail shapes. There are so many different types of nail shapes and it can get very confusing when you go to the nail salon. In this video, I do my best to break down the different types of nail shapes so you get the right shape the next time you are at the nail salon.

We all know the pressure the seconds after you sit down in the nail salon, you're forced to make a decision: square, round, coffin or stiletto? While those are perfectly respectable options, your nail tech knows just as well as you do that it's not that simple anymore. The world has more different nail shapes than you have fingers, and it can be tough to keep track of all the nail shapes, let alone choose one, and then you have to pick a colour! We've broken down 12 of the most popular options.

1. Square Nails 

The square nail shape is pretty self-explanatory. Square nails are square—they're flat on top with straight, sharp corners. They neither flare out nor taper in and are a popular shape for those with short nails or long, narrow nail beds. Book Now.

2. Round Nails 

The classic round shape is another favorite for those who prefer to keep their nails clipped short. Like square nails, round nails start with straight sides but curve at the edges to follow the natural shape of the fingertip. Book Now.