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Short or long, we have the perfect pinkie patterns for you .

You’ve come to the right place. Eye catching nails have remained one of the hottest makeup trends for the last couple of years. We’ve scoured the runways to uncover nail art designs that will have your fingers looking glam and chic this season. From tortoise shell talons to French manicures with an attitude, check out the 100 nail art designs Nykaa finds drool-worthy. To make things simple, we’ve compiled two lists; one of designs that rock short nails and another of patterns that maginfy your already long and slender nails. From multi-tonal water color manis and ombre art to rainbow inspired pinkies and gemoetric-marbled effects, this selection is so memerizing you’re bound to go WOW!

Read on to for some gorgeous nail art designs for short and long nails:

Funky designs for short nails .

Some of us are practical divas, and prefer short, clipped nails. That doesn’t mean you can’t have stunning pinkies. There’s a host of designs you can recreate including pretty polka dots, stripes, mono nail colors and appliques. You may want to give rhinestones, pearls and jewels a miss because of the lack of length. Simple, striking designs are the best way to make a lasting impression. Go girl!

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A knotty affair

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Have your read the papers today?

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Fruity fun galore

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The moustache makes an appearance

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Romantic black vintage floral bouquet

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Every color of the rainbow

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Navy New Year

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Paisley nail art

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Mirror Mirror on my nails

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Perfect for a Sunday picnic

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Halloween nail art

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Laceups on your nails

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Andy Warhol move over

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Mesmerising 3D style

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Stunning nail art on a white background

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Black and gold is always a winner

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Colorful stripes and dots

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Brilliant blue Christmas nail art

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Easter egg nail art fun

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Anne Hathaway at the Met Gala

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Apple pie a la mode

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Pretty in pink and black

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Pineapple art for summer

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Orchid nail art fun

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Daffodils and blue skies

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Lady birds on your tips

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Kittens and polka dots

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We can’t get enough of dots

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Geometric patterns

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Sticker magic

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Tiger Tiger shining bright

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Smashing sparklers

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Beach and sea theme

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Pretty enough to wrap up

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Strawberries are forever

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The crackle pop effect to light up your evening

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Pastel planets

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Dress up the night

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Candy cane fun

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Crafty stripy magic

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Bridal elegance

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Rhinestones and glitter on a bare background

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Another Halloween theme

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Rainbow on my tips

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Simple and stylish

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Let the music play

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Golden beads

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The ultimate paisely design

Fab ideas for longer nails .

Want to expand your nail art portfolio? With a longer canvas, the possibilities are, well, limitless, and you can own any look you desire, from sophisticated and chic to edgy and feminine. Of course, longer nails need a lot more maintenance but if you have the time and inclination you should experiment with different shapes; bold stilettoes, ovals or square tipped. In fact long, gussied up nails are such a quick way of feeling made up even if you’re just wearing jeans and a plain ol’ Tee.