From simple and traditional to bold and patterned, there are tons of designs for you to choose from for your square short acrylic nails.
Can I let you in on a secret? Short nails – especially those with a square tip – are my favorite! As a nail tech, long nails are my bread and butter but there is nothing quite as chic or as cute as shorter acrylics. This is why I am stoked to share all the different designs you can try out for your nails.
In this post, I have included the top designs for this kind of nails and given you some additional ideas on how to spice things up!
Nude Square Acrylic Nails
Let’s start with the basics for your short square acrylic nails: nude nails. This acrylic nail trend is currently on the rise and it isn’t difficult to see why. Nude nails, especially short square nails, are incredibly elegant.
So, if you want to look sophisticated and put together, these are the perfect acrylic nails to get. Another reason that these square nails are increasing in popularity is that this trend has become a lot more inclusive – you get more than just pink acrylic nails. You can now find short square nails that come in all varieties of skin tones.
Here is a look at what these nails can look like:
You can keep the look bare or throw in some nail art to make things more interesting.
Traditional French Tips Acrylic Nails
Traditional French tips are making a comeback! Despite their simple look, these square nails are oh-so chic. There is a great way to keep your nails short but still look very feminine.
As an added bonus, French tips look less like artificial nails than other acrylic nails. So, if you want to make your short square nails look very natural, then this is the way to go.
If you want to stay true to the tradition of the French manicure, then this is the kind of square nails that you can get. As you can see, the nail bed is light pink, and the bright white tips:
If you want a modern update to these acrylic nails, then here are the looks that you can go for. The key here is to match the nail beds to natural skin tones. This creates less of a contrast and lends to a more natural look.
Adding rhinestones or other glittery nail art fare is a good way to add some sparkle to an otherwise simple design.
Colored French Tips Acrylic Nails
If you like the simple look of French tips but are a bit bored with the white strip, then switch things up with different colors.
What I love about this nail art is that it is a great way to elevate square nails without going overboard. These are the kinds of acrylic nails and nail art that you can rock with any environment or any outfit.
If you want acrylic square nails that are a bit more toned down, then opt for a light pink nail bed or one that is close to your complexion.
Then, for the tips, go with pastel hues like with this nail art. As you can see, with the short nails and the light colors, the overall look is a bit more subtle:
Not one for subtlety? Then look at these gorgeous red tips on these short nails! While they are bold acrylic nails, this nail art is still incredibly glamorous:
If you are looking to do something quite different with your square nails, opt for black tips. Yes, it may be an unusual take on your acrylic nails but this nail art makes such a gorgeous statement.
Want to get really crazy with your nail art? Get different bright colors and different animal prints for each of the tips.
Of course for a more personalized look, go with your favorite color for this type of nail art.
Glitter French Tips Acrylic Nails
Another way to get in on the French tips, and acrylic nails trend is with glitter tips! This is one of my personal favorites as far as nail art goes. This is because it adds festivity and glamor to your acrylic nails without going overboard.
I also love that the glitter tips can instantly brighten up your look as well as any outfit that you have got on.
Look at the totally glam nail art on these square shaped acrylic nails.
If you want more toned down nail art with these square shaped acrylic nails, then check out this gorgeous nail art. The earth tones help to keep things more subtle but the different colors ensure that your acrylic nails are still given quite a bit of attention.
Want to go in the opposite direction and turn the glam up on your nail art? Well, this is the idea that you should be looking for – bright colors and glitter? What more could you ask for to make a statement?
Red Acrylic Nails
Square red acrylic nails are back in demand thanks to a recent TikTok trend known as the red nail theory. It is where red nails garner more male attention than other nails.
So, if you want to get asked out on a date or want to make sure that you have your date’s full attention, then paint your nails red and sit back and let the men come to you.
The square nails are a more modern take on this classic look. At the same time, it gives you this gorgeous vintage style that works with any outfit at all. Opting for a slightly longer length is a great way to add a bit more space to your nails and to really get the guys to do a double take.
Want a slightly more festive style to your nail color without adding too much nail art? Then try a glittery shade instead. As you can see these acrylic nails, it gives you just enough sparkle without going overboard with your acrylics.
Statement Nail Acrylic Nails
This is another one of my favorite nail art trends when it comes to acrylic nails, especially short and square fingernails.
Here, you paint one single nail a statement or bright color. Painting one nail a solid glittery shade will do a different trick. Or, you can go all out and have a single nail done up in nail art.
Then, finish things off by painting the other nails in a different color. Once again, this is a simple and elegant form of nail art but will still make a statement.
Here, the nails are kept a soft pink, while a single nail is done up with a rose gold glittery shade.
If you want the different colors to pop a little more, then go for two contrasting colors like this:
This is such a gorgeous concept – pair your favorite color with a nail art studded fingernail. This beauty is elegant but oh so eye catching at the same time.
Best of all, you can go as crazy as you want when it comes to the statement shades for your square acrylic designs – purple, pink, blue, silver, yellow, green – it all depends on the theme that you would like to create with your nail art.
Patterned Acrylic Nails
If you want to go crazy with your acrylic nails, then patterns are the way to go. What is so great about this nail art is that there are many different interesting patterns to choose from.
It doesn’t matter what your personal style is like, you should be able to find a number of interesting patterns to choose from for your acrylic nails. This includes animal prints, stripes, butterflies, polka dots, checkered, and a whole lot more.
At the same time, you get to go crazy with colors! Pink, blue, purple, yellow, green, silver – there is no end to the shades that you can choose from for your nails.
You can add a little bit more length to your nails if you want more space to play around with when painting your acrylics.
Here are some of the nail art designs for your nails:
Acrylic Nails with Charms
A lot of people associate nail charms with square long nails. The reality is that this trend works just as with shorter nails. In fact, I would say it works even better.
As shorter nails can sometimes go unnoticed, adding charms to your acrylic set is a great way to draw more attention to your nails.
I have also found that a square is the perfect shape for these charms as well. While pink is the go-to base for these nails, don’t let this limit you. Purple, black, grey – all of these shades will work just as well for these acrylics.
These acrylics are a lot more versatile than most people realize. From strips to patterns and flowers, the options really are endless here. Simply find one that matches your vibe!
