From TikTok to the red carpet, square nails are truly everywhere.
From almond to natural and stiletto, there are quite literallydozens of different shapesand sub-shapes to choose from.
Take the flared duck nail shapea favorite of one of our manicure muses,Ice Spicefor example.
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In the 00s, the style was never more prominent.
Now it’s back and better than ever.
A similar resurgence is happening with the square nail shape.
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However, unlike duck nails, a square-shaped manicure is whole lot more versatile (and therefore inescapable).
Ahead, we’re breaking down everything you oughta know about thenew-again square nail trend.
Plus, how to recreate it at home.
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Almost two years later, she was proven right.
Square-shaped tips are everywhere, taking over salons in a variety of lengths, styles, and designs.
And that’s just in the past few months.
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Regardless of length, color, and form, square nails are clearly having a renaissance.
You choose a variety of sizes, lengths, and designs to put your own twist on square nails.
Considering the style’s simplicity, you might already know how to achieve the look yourself.
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However, we have you covered with the step-by-step to make it perfect, ahead.
Working in the center of the nail, gently file the tip as square as desired, she says.
Tip: If you tilt the nail file downwards as you file, the edge will be more rounded.
For a perfectly square nail, hold the file at a 90-degree angle while you shape.
