The coronavirus pandemic has "reached" the nail industry as well. In conditions of quarantine and self-isolation, most girls do not have the opportunity to regularly get a manicure with a master. Well, there is a way out: remove the length of the nails yourself and paint them with varnish at home. Catch the top 10 bright summer manicure ideas for short nails.

1. French for short length

French manicure suitable for any length of nails. Even if they are very short, it is still possible to paint even the thinnest "smile" in white. Moreover, in 2024, it is the thinnest stripes and “smiles” on nails that are in fashion when a French manicure is performed. At the same time, it does not matter how long the nail is: even on the longest, thin "smiles" are painted today.

French is painted with a thin brush and acrylic manicure paint. If the "weapon" contains only white varnish, then you need to use special stickers-stencils so that the "smile" does not spread.

2. Black monochrome: a win-win

Dark colors look incredibly good on short nails. A safe bet that will match any outfit and any look is monochrome black. It is believed that this color is not spring or summer, but still it is worth saying that black has become a real classic along with French, red and nude. Therefore, you can wear it at any time of the year and in any situation.

It is advisable to use a glossy black varnish that will reflect light well. But you can do a black manicure for short nails and in a matte finish.

3. Blue is the most fashionable color of manicure-2020

If you like monotony, then you should not limit yourself to black. Use the trendiest colors and shades of 2024 from the Pantone Color Institute. First of all, it is, of course, the classic blue color - rich and multifaceted, suitable for many occasions and exits.

No "royal" blue at hand? Use variations on this theme: a shade of faded denim is perfect for spring with jeans and denim jackets, and Biscay green - a tropical aqua color will look great on nails in summer.

4. Matte manicure: exquisite restraint

The matte finish makes the nails look very sophisticated and discreet. The lack of shine plays into the hands of business ladies who have a strict office dress code. Whatever color the short nails are covered with, if it is made in a matte finish, it will always look elegant and restrained.

Saturated shades, ranging from nude and pastel, to fashionable scarlet (chili), warm pink, orange, yellow, mustard and rich green, look good on short nails.

5. Ombre and airbrushing on short nails

An excellent alternative to the classic French manicure would be an ombre with a pink color at the base of the nail and white paint at the tip. Especially if the nail plate is too short, and there is no way to paint a beautiful wide "smile" in white. As a basis, you can take not only a nude pink color, but any other color you wish.

Ombre is best done with a special airbrush that sprays the paint with the smallest particles, making a perfect and very smooth transition from one color to another. But you can draw it with a piece of ordinary sponge.

6. Glitter and shine for a short nail plate

If you want more solemnity and festivity, especially if there is a reason for this, you can safely use glitter and sparkles on short nails. If you think that you won't be able to lay out a beautiful pattern on a short nail plate, just cover it entirely with glitter - it will look much more restrained on short nails than on long ones.

Choose silver or gold, and if you are using colored varnish for other nails, then pick up the glitter to match. Sequins can be applied to the nail plate not completely, but only near the cuticle or, conversely, on the tip of the nail.

7. Floristic motives: trend-2020

Drawings of flowers, twigs and leaves in 2024 are more popular than ever! And on short nails, such beauty is also quite realistic to perform. It is not at all necessary to draw a whole greenhouse or a still life, it is enough to draw a thin line and draw a few leaves on it - very spring-like! A stylized flower in any shade of your choice or a bright green tropical palm leaf is fine for summer days. There are many options for floristic drawings, you can find the simplest one that will look beautiful and stylish.

8. Geometry and definition: light manicure for short nails

And what will definitely be easy to draw on short nails is geometric patterns. The easiest option is peas or, as it is also commonly called, polka dot... Peas can be applied to the nail with the tip of a thin brush or with a special manicure metal rod with a ball at the end - so a drop of varnish will not spread.

Various stripes along and across the nail, cage and intersections, drawings, squares, triangles and polygons will also look great on short nails. And it is extremely simple to execute them using a thin brush.

9. Negative space: transparency and naturalness

In the trend in 2024, both complete transparency and intact nail, and this is easiest to perform on a short length. At the same time, it is allowed to draw some patterns from above, like lace, under which there will be no base, but only a transparent base on the nail plate. Nails covered with some color with a transparent "window" left, a hole that reveals the natural color of the nail plate and creates a feeling of transparency, also look very stylish.

10. Bright and funny designs for short nails

Bright and cheerful drawings on nails will help to add positive to today's gloomy days. They can be done even on the shortest lengths and even if you are not a very successful artist. Take any picture on the Internet as a basis and redraw it for at least one nail. A balloon, colorful ice cream, a delicate cupcake, a heart or an inscription, juicy summer fruits - all this can be done easily and simply by yourself with a thin brush or even a marker. Remember to cover the top with a top for securing.