If you’re not particularly gifted in the art department, it can be hard enough to draw with a pencil and paper, let alone on a canvas as tiny as your nail bed. That’s why abstract nail art is so great ...

Art is a beautiful way to express one’s individuality and this fact gets validated every time two different artists come together to showcase their work in an exhibition. The recent exhibition at ...

These wavy, abstract lines are a genius idea for your next set of acrylics. My favorite thing about this option is that you can really play around with the negative space and make it your own. Hot tip ...

Soft swirls, micro-blocks, colour flares and more. Epitomised by syncopated colour schemes and whirls of assorted shapes, abstract nails can be as bold or understated as you like. Here are seven ...

There's a fine line between abstract couture and something that looks like it was constructed during a craft night, and Australian designer Zhuxuan does it seamlessly. Inspired by folded and pleated ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Roddy Clarke is a UK-based design writer and speaker. After completing her studies in fashion and upholstery, Sonia Laudet decided ...

We're entering the abstract nail-art era. The proof is on Instagram, TikTok, and the tips of well-manicured fingers everywhere. Though abstract designs can take on many forms, swirl nails in ...

Every item on this page was chosen by an ELLE editor. We may earn commission on some of the items you choose to buy. Sometimes, the most simple nail designs are the ones that stand out among the rest.

If you’ve ever flashed your hands during a meeting and thought, “Wow, these short nails are doing absolutely nothing for my outfit,” this list is about to change your life. These 45 classy short nail ...