Nail ideas, guides and free tools

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Nail ideas for every season and occasion, plus free tools that match colors, shapes and sizes to your hands.

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Halloween and fall nails

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Halloween

Spooky and cute

Fall and seasonal

Warm shades

Winter

Cozy and festive

Short nails

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Nail colors

Olive, taupe and more

Nail shapes

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Nail Shape Finder

Pick the shape that flatters your fingers and fits your day.

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Press-On Size Finder

Get the right press-on size for every finger in 2 minutes.

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Gel vs Regular vs Press-On

Compare monthly cost, time and wear, and see which one wins for you.

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Gel Cure Time Checker

Know how long to cure each gel layer under your lamp.

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Polish Dry Time Estimator

See when your nails are touch-dry and safe to sleep on.

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Nail Health Checker

Get a nail health score and simple fixes for weak, peeling nails.

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Nail basics

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Simple, complete guides to colors, shapes and polish types.

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Types of Nail Polish, Explained

Every formula, finish and coat, how long each lasts and how to remove it.

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Nail Shapes Guide

The 9 popular shapes and which one suits your hands.

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The Ultimate Nail Color Guide

How to choose the right shade for your skin tone and season.

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Seasonal designs, trending colors and press-on picks, pinned as soon as they go live. Save the looks you love and show them at your next salon visit.

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Deanna W. Verdin, founder of NailStyleGuide

Meet the editor

Hey, I’m Deanna

I run NailStyleGuide, where I share seasonal nail ideas, press-on picks and easy guides. My goal is simple: help you walk into your next salon visit, or sit down for a DIY manicure, knowing exactly what you want.

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