How to Choose the Best Nail Shape and Length for You
Over the years, working with a wide variety of clients, I’ve noticed that certain nail shapes and lengths consistently work better depending on a person’s natural nails, hand shape, and lifestyle. While there’s no one-size-fits-all answer, these are the patterns and preferences I’ve observed - and they can really help you get the most from your manicure.
Minimal Gold Chrome Nails for a Clean, Luxe Finish
If you love a refined, low-maintenance look with a touch of something special, this minimalist gold chrome design is for you.
Fresh and Minimal Holiday Nails with a Touch of Gold
This soft and subtle holiday manicure was designed to last. Blending blue and white marble with just a hint of gold leaf, it strikes the perfect balance between understated and luxurious. The sheer natural base keeps things fresh and minimal, while the delicate detailing adds a cool, contemporary edge.
Mismatched Nails - Vintage Roses Meet Juicy Jelly Red
Why settle for one style when you can have two? This creative set brings together soft vintage floral nail art with a bold pop of juicy jelly red, giving you the best of both moods in one manicure.
Bespoke Bridal Nails Inspired by the Bouquet
This romantic bridal manicure was designed to complement one of the most personal elements of the big day - the bouquet. Each delicate flower was hand-painted to reflect the bride’s chosen blooms, creating a subtle yet meaningful detail that tied her whole look together.
Feel Good Nails for International Day of Happiness
What better way to celebrate the International Day of Happiness than with a joyful set of nails? This feel-good manicure was all about spreading positive vibes - with a playful mix of smiley faces, floral nail art, and bright, uplifting colours.
World Book Day Nail Art: The Very Hungry Caterpillar
To celebrate World Book Day, one of my lovely clients - who works in early years education - asked for a playful nail design inspired by The Very Hungry Caterpillar. She brought in a reference from @thedailynailofficial, and I recreated the look.
Minimalist Christmas Nails - Subtle Festive Details for the Holiday Season
Not all Christmas nails need to be bold and bright. For this winter set, we kept things soft, stylish, and beautifully minimal. Using the sheer nude base colour “I Do” by @twenty.pro.official, I added subtle festive nail art inspired by foliage, winter berries, and mistletoe.
Fine Art Meets Nail Art: Gustav Klimt-Inspired Design
This structured builder gel manicure was inspired by Gustav Klimt’s iconic painting The Kiss - a timeless masterpiece filled with rich golds, delicate florals, and intricate textures.