nailyueThe shapes at a glance
| Shape | Look | Everyday wear | In our catalogue |
|---|---|---|---|
| Almond | Tapered with a soft point; lengthens fingers | Easy | 98 styles |
| Oval | Rounded edge, natural width | Easiest | 15 styles |
| Square / tapered square | Straight sides, flat or slightly narrowed edge | Easy at short–medium length | 19 styles |
| Coffin / ballerina | Tapered sides, flat edge | Better at medium–long length | Not stocked |
| Stiletto | Narrow, sharp point | Hardest | Not stocked |
| Round | Follows the fingertip | Easiest | Not stocked |
Almond vs oval
Both are rounded at the edge. Almond narrows to a soft point and looks longer; oval keeps the nail's natural width and looks softer. For a first order, many shops lead with almond and add a few oval sets for customers who want a quieter look.
How to choose shapes for your shop
- Start with the shape your customers already wear — almond is the safest lead.
- Add one softer shape (oval) and one bolder shape (square) to cover more hands.
- Match shape to length: short and extra-short work in every shape; square reads best at medium length.
- Show shape and length on every listing so customers can compare.
Frequently asked questions
Almond vs oval nails — which is more popular?
In US search, “almond press on nails” gets about 1,000 searches a month versus a few hundred for oval (Semrush, US, September 2026). Almond is also our largest shape range.
Which shape suits short nails?
Oval and almond both suit short lengths; our short collection covers almond, oval and square.
Do you make coffin or stiletto press-ons?
Not in the current catalogue, which focuses on almond, oval and square.
