Find Your Perfect Match: Your Guide to Nail Shapes!

Almond, Squoffin, and Short Square, oh my!

Not sure which Hello Love nail shape to try first? Let’s break it down so you can find your favorite fit. Whether you're after elegance, edge, or an everyday vibe, there’s a shape for you!

💅 Almond

Vibe: Sleek, feminine, elongating
Best for: Shorter fingers or wide nail beds
Why you’ll love it: The tapered shape creates the illusion of longer, slimmer fingers. It's a go-to for that effortlessly elegant, clean-girl aesthetic. Great for date nights, weddings, or when you want to look put together with minimal effort.

Our faves: XOXO, Putim Back

🫶🏼 Medium Round

Vibe: Soft, versatile, understated
Best for: Wide or short nail beds, active lifestyles
Why you’ll love it: The rounded shape is gentle, natural-looking, and universally flattering. It’s perfect if you want something cute, functional, and low-fuss.

Our faves: 24 Pieces of Flair, They're Grrreat!

💟 Medium Square

Vibe: Bold, modern, statement-making
Best for: Longer fingers or those who love a bit of drama
Why you’ll love it: This shape feels strong and confident. It adds visual balance to long hands and looks amazing with bold designs or solid glossy colors.

Our faves: Sing a Song of No-Pence, What Are You Wearing, Barry?

💖 Short Square

Vibe: Polished, minimalist, practical
Best for: Petite hands or short nails
Why you’ll love it: This is for the low-maintenance queen. The blunt edges look neat and modern, while the shorter length makes them perfect for everyday tasks.

Our faves: Nine More Minutes, Queen at Eighteen

🖤 Squoffin

Vibe: Trendy, edgy, Insta-worthy
Best for: Long fingers or anyone who wants drama without going full stiletto
Why you’ll love it: A hybrid between square and coffin, squoffin gives you that fashionable edge with a slightly softer, more wearable feel. It elongates your fingers while giving nail art room to shine.

Our faves: Shut Up, Richard, Fancy a Cuppa?

Overall, it's your preference that matters. But one of the best parts of Hello Love is that you don’t have to commit forever. Try different shapes for different moods and find the one that fits you. Feeling flirty? Go almond. Feeling fierce? Squoffin’s got you. 💖

Keep an eye out for our next post—because your next mani moment is always just a press-on away.

XO, Emmy