THIS NAIL SHAPE SUITS YOU BEST

So this is how you really file those nails into shape

At our editorial office, we schedule a manicure quarter every week. It often starts with the question: ‘Who has the nail polish remover?’, after which everyone gradually becomes aware of a chipped polish or clashing color on their nails. You understand: the next moment our manicure quarter begins. While buffing (why do I always choose a dark shade?) and sniffing through the latest polishes, we quite enjoy filing our nails together. And about that filing, dear friends, we’re going to talk a bit more about it today. Because square, rounded, or pointed: do you actually know which nail shape suits your hands best? No? Well, then you’re in the right place. I’ll tell you so that you have a good reason next week to schedule a manicure quarter at the office, including nail shape tips.

Round round, baby, round round

Choose a round shape for your nails if you want to make wide nail beds look narrower.

Squarepants

The square nail shape is most suitable for short nails with long, narrow nail beds. This is because with wider nail beds, you place an extra emphasis on the width.

Oval la la la

Suppose you’re good at long nails. Hooks and tears rarely occur for you, then an oval nail shape is always a good idea. The oval shape makes your fingers look extra long and slender.

Squoval it

Squ what? Squoval. Square + oval, you know? This is a nail shape that looks good on everyone and is also easy to file into shape.

Almond

The almond-shaped nail also gives your fingers an optical thinner appearance. And we all want that, right?

Stilettos

Are you the lucky one with strong nails, but slightly shorter fingers? Then the stiletto shape is a perfect match, because with this nail shape, you create an elongating effect.

Ballerina

For those who don’t subscribe to the ‘just act normal, that’s crazy enough’ life motto, we have ballerina nails. For this somewhat extreme nail shape, you need long and strong nails. A coat of polish and your nails will definitely be eye-catchers.
Oh, and when those nail files come out of the cabinets, bags, and desk drawers, make sure to choose a glass file. With any other type of file, your nails break much faster. Always file in one direction and don’t file too hard. That’s really annoying for your colleagues, and even worse for your nails. Nails also need a bit of love during your manicure moment.