Nail Art Design Ideas for Medium Nails

Medium length nails are considered a universal option for decorating a varied design of manicure. It combines convenience, practicality, and its main feature is that the nail plates can be decorated with stylistics used for both long and short nails. The article will devote to the theme of creating a beautiful manicure on medium-long nails.

The above length is considered ideal for a stylish and at the same time practical manicure for every day. If you choose the right design and shape for the nail plates, you can make your fingers visually longer and your hands more graceful and attractive.

Masters of nail service recommend this length to owners of weak and brittle nails. In this case, even without additional reinforcement, they will break much less frequently, preserving the design of the manicure.

A huge color palette is suitable for this length, as well as a wide variety of both modern and classic styles.

Professionals say that for a successful manicure on medium-long nails, it is necessary to choose the right form. She is able to profitably present the visual merits and profitably hide the flaws.

There are 4 most popular and common options:

• oval;
• rectangle;
• “Soft” square;
• almond.

Medium Length Benefits:

• this is a more profitable solution for frequently breaking, weakened and thin nail plates;
• in combination with a neat manicure, the fingers acquire an elegant and feminine appearance;
• length does not interfere with household activities and other household activities;
• the average length is much easier to grow and maintain at home, without the services of specialists;
• a huge number of styles are available for this length, this is the optimal size for a variety of thematic drawings and patterns.

Despite the large number of advantages, certain disadvantages still exist. When choosing this option, you must choose the right shape. As already mentioned, this length gives greater freedom of choice, however, it is advisable to refuse the flowers and decorations that shorten the nails.

The most popular nail plate design works wonderfully with average length. Moreover, classic decor (with a white stripe along the edge and a delicate pink base), as well as original ideas with images, rhinestones and contrasting colors are ideal.

To create expressive decor in minimal time, you can use special stickers.

The most common and universal images:

• flowers
• fruit (ideal for the summer);
• abstractions and stripes;

• curly curls;
• geometry;
• butterflies and other insects.

Now on sale you can find stickers with volumetric images that will give the manicure originality. It’s convenient to work with them, and the result will exceed all expectations. Due to the increase in popularity of this product, its quantity and assortment are actively growing. Stickers can be combined with sparkles, rhinestones and other decorative elements.

This decoration idea draws attention with its radiance and elegance. Small pieces of foil are used for this technique, and its color may vary. And also, at the choice of the client, the masters select the color of the varnish, which is used as the background.

Images of various subjects look on nails of medium length organically and stylishly. Pictures are best chosen for a specific image or season. With the onset of summer, images of butterflies, fruits and insects become relevant. In the cold season, especially during the New Year holidays, nails are decorated with snowflakes, snowmen, Christmas decorations and other pictures.

A win-win option is to choose a drawing for a specific event. For example, pretend to be a pumpkin or a bat on your nails, gathering for Halloween. Such a manicure will always be appropriate, the main thing is that it be framed carefully.

Rhinestones are a universal decoration in the field of nail service. They are ideal for medium lengths and can turn even the most ordinary manicure into an original, elegant and interesting design. Decorative elements can be arranged randomly or in the form of any shape or pattern. And also they can become an accent, for example, the middle of a flower.

If in French manicure the emphasis is on the edges of the nail, then in the lunar design they accent the hole at its base. On medium-sized nails, this style looks neat, elegant and stylish. This effect is absent when decorating long nails.

When designing a moon decor for an average length, it is advisable to choose the following colors:

• the black;
• white;
• gray and ashen;
• red;
• Orange;
• blue;
• silver and gold.

The art of nail plate design does not stand still. Professionals continue to develop new ideas and stylistic techniques. And already known design options change and transform, revealing their beauty in a new way. Consider the fashionable and original decorating techniques that are at the peak of popularity this season.

Flock style manicure is only gaining popularity, and therefore is rare. Other names for this technique are fluffy or cashmere decor. When designing the nail plates, a special material is used. These are fibers from natural material, viscose or cotton.

Flock can be purchased at theme stores that provide products for nail service. It is sold in small jars. The material may have a different color and texture. Flock can be used to design individual elements or full coverage.

Opinions regarding this decor were divided. Some believe that this design looks ridiculous and messy, while others are sure that this is not only an unusual, but also a stylish design technique.

The next novelty in the field of the beauty industry made it possible to expressively decorate nails at home without professional skills. Stamping is the application of finished images on nails using special stamps. It’s easy to get used to this technique. It is enough to try it on your own several times, and you can often use it for manicure at home.

The choice of various design techniques for manicure is very large, and it continues to grow every season. For the result to please you, listen to the recommendations from professionals.

• If you do manicure yourself, do not use old varnishes. They lie down rough and dry for a long time.
• When choosing a color, consider not only personal preferences, but also the color of the clothes and accessories that you will wear.
• Regardless of the style you choose, the nails should be well-groomed. Do not forget to periodically make baths for nails and use cuticle oil.
• Try different techniques, don't be afraid to experiment and try creative styles. Only in this case you can find for yourself a suitable version of the decor.
• Before drawing a picture on the nail plate, be sure to try to draw it on paper.
• From time to time, even personal instruments need processing and sterilization.
• To keep the result lasting, use fasteners and clips.

See how to do manicure with flock in the video below.