Almond nails are one of the most flattering, delicate nail shapes, as they elongate the fingers to impossible lengths while being super-femme. Featuri

Here's What You Should Know Before Choosing An Almond Nail Shape

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2021-05-12 03:50:33

Almond nails are one of the most flattering, delicate nail shapes, as they elongate the fingers to impossible lengths while being super-femme. Featuring slim, tapered sides that end in a rounded tip (via The Trend Spotter), this nail shape is similar to the claw-like stiletto shapes seen on Kylie Jenner, just much softer. While the possibilities are endless when it comes to colors and designs, there are a few things you should know before asking for an almond shape from your technician, as different nail shapes look better on a variety of finger lengths. 

If you decide to go for an elegant almond shape, you should know you're in seriously chic company — celebrity manicurist Deborah Lippmann told Harper's Bazaar that almonds are "the chicest nail shape in the fashion world" and are "sexy, slenderizing, and strong." While your almond nails are destined to look incredible, many nail experts recommend going for colors to complement this graceful nail shape. While Lippmann recommends pairing this shape with a nude shade, manicurist Fariha Ali told Coveteur that almonds look great in "light pinks, creams, pale yellows, and white" as well as "trendy grey-tone colors" like sage, lavender and periwinkle.

Apart from perfect color choices, you should know that almonds need a substantial amount of nail length. As explained by Groupon, almond nails "require some length" which can either be achieved by growing out your own nails or trying acrylic tips.

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