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22 Simple Short Nail Designs For Valentine Day That You Can Get Done Yourself

Valentines day is a great opportunity to make your special someone feel extra special. Whether you’re going on a date or not, giving yourself a pre-valentines day manicure is a great way to express the love you have for yourself.



With Valentines Day right around the corner, here are 22 simple and easy designs that can be done at home with supplies you may already have.

Soft Pink Almond Nails with Heart Design

Take your pink colors to the next level by adding some heart details on one of the nail. You can either do a small design or add more little hearts on one nail for a more bold and detailed look. This design is perfect for the season because of the colors. The soft pinks are reminiscent of pink roses while the almond shape mimics a heart.

Soft Pink Almond Nails with Heart Design
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Blue Sapphire Swirls Nails

One of the most beautiful nail art trends is Blue Sapphire Swirls. They are perfect for Valentine’s Day because they match perfectly with any outfit or makeup look you might choose to wear on February 14th!

Blue Sapphire Swirls Nails
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Short Minimalistic Nails with Gold Foil and White Dots

For those who are looking for a nail design that is both minimalistic and fancy, gold foil and white dots nails are perfect. These nails can be created with either short or long nails. You can use your favorite colors to paint the white dots, or use gold foil if you want to keep the look simple.

Short Minimalistic Nails with Gold Foil and White Dots
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Heart Nail Designs for Short Nails

If you’re looking for a adorable way to show your love this valentine’s day, consider painting your nails with hearts! When done correctly, painting your nails with heart shapes is simple and quick. These heart pattern short nails will never disappoint.

Heart Pattern Short Nails
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Glossy Short Red Nails

Glossy short red nails are great for valentine’s day because they are reminiscent of a romantic date. Even though the color red is an aggressive color, it has been known to have positive effects on people’s thoughts and feelings. This is why it is popular in the fashion industry. Additionally, the color is associated with being passionate so if you’re looking for a way to show your love, then you should give these nails a try!

Glossy Short Red Nails
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Short Pink Nails with Glitters

A new trend in nail fashion is short pink nails with glitter, which are perfect for valentine’s day! These nails can be any width or length, and you can use various colors of glitter to create the desired look. Some people may prefer more long nails with white or clear polish, but if you’re not into that, short pink nails with glitters are the perfect alternative.

Short Pink Nails with Glitters
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Short Nails with Small Hearts

Nails with small hearts are a great way to show love without showing too much. It’s the perfect valentine day nail art for those looking to be forever in their significant other’s heart.

Short Nails with Small Hearts
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Short Rose Gold Nails

If you are still in the process of deciding what to wear, or making any last minute preparations, take a look at these cute little pink nails! They are perfect for Valentines Day. Short Rose Gold Nails are back with even more sparkles than last year. These nails are featured in all the latest fashion magazines and will provide that little something extra when you’re celebrating your significant other.

What Will You Pick?

The choice you make will reveal your personality

Short Rose Gold Nails
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Blue Stars and Glitter Short Nails

Many people are not aware that Blue Stars and Glitter Short Nails are perfect for valentine day. The thing about these colors is that they are versatile, elegant, and most importantly timeless. Many people can wear these colors because it is not too flashy or in-your-face.

Blue Stars and Glitter Short Nails
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Short Nails with Pink, Red, Hearts and Sparkle

What’s better than sparkles? Pink! Red hearts, and maybe even a few sprinkles of glitter are also fun additions to your manicure. Even if your nails are short or small, there are so many nail art designs that can be incorporated into this special day.

Short Nails with Pink, Red, Hearts and Sparkle
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Short Metallic Blue Nails

Metallic blue nails are a great idea for the valentine’s day, as they compliment any outfit while still being stylish and fun. The color of these nails also makes them perfect for the winter season, as it will add some warmth to your overall look.

Short Metallic Blue Nails
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Short Nails with Gold Foil Edges

Valentine’s Day is a day to celebrate love and relationship. The best way to complement this day is with a simple manicure. For those of you who don’t have the time or talent for nail art, try a short nail with gold foil edges. It’s not flashy, but it’s classy and elegant.

Short Nails with Gold Foil Edges
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Short Nails with Red French Tips

The feminine look of Valentine’s Day is perfect for those who want to keep their nails short and sweet. A bright red French tip with a subtle sparkle is the perfect way for you to flaunt your style as well as show off those precious nails!

Short Nails with Red French Tips
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Cute Short Nails with Stars and Animal Prints Combo

This nail design consists of short nails with stars, animal print accents, and pink base on them. It is adorable but still cool enough to wear out on the town, or just for yourself.

Cute Short Nails with Stars and Animal Prints Combo
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Short Nails with Abstract Cow Prints

Love is in the air, and if you’re not feeling as loved as you should be this Valentine’s Day then it’s time to love yourself by having a new nail design with abstract cow prints. The key to a successful manicure is selecting a perfect color palette that compliments your natural skin tone. If you’re lucky enough to have a cool undertone, try a hue of fuchsia or mint green.

Short Nails with Abstract Cow Prints
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Short Nails with Many Color Foils

The use of short nails with many color foils is perfect for the valentine day because it is easy to do and can also benefit from two coats of nail polish without having too much space in between them so that each color shines through. It’s a way to show off your own personal style without keeping up with trends. You can make them as subtle or as bold as you want, matching your outfit or mood.

Short Nails with Many Color Foils
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Blue Nails with White Hearts

Love is in the air! The perfect way to spread some love on Valentine’s Day is with a manicure. A blue nail with white hearts design is simple but adorable. It’ll express how sweet you are without being too difficult to maintain. Plus, it might just be the most unique mani you’ve had all year.

Blue Nails with White Hearts
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Short Texture Nails

The right nail design for Valentine’s Day requires a special type of nail. The best choice is the short texture nail, which is perfect for showing off the sparkles and other decorations on your fingers.

Short Texture Nails
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Short Nails with Abstract Design

A lot of women may be looking for a way to express their love during valentine day. This is why choosing nail designs with abstract design are perfect for Valentine’s Day. The colors are great, they are easy to do yourself, and they will show that you care.

Short Nails with Abstract Design
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Short Nails with Cute Heart Design

For those who want Valentine’s Day themed nails but don’t want to go overboard, the heart shape nail is a perfect choice. The easy design allows for creativity and individuality, while still showing love.

Short Nails with Cute Heart Design
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Floral Themed Valentine Nails

This valentine day, you should choose Floral Themed Valentine Nails. Hand painted designs are becoming more and more popular in salons, but you can also choose to do it yourself at home. Floral themed nails are perfect for this day because they are affordable and can be done in less than an hour. Plus, they allow you to match your nails to any outfit or occasion!

Floral Themed Valentine Nails
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Black Nails with White Line Hearts

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with black nails with white hearts! This design is perfect for the day of love. It is so simple too! You just need to paint your nail black, then paint a heart shape on one nail.

Black Nails with White Line Hearts
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Conclusion

In conclusion, these 24 nail designs would be great for those who want to DIY their nails on Valentine’s Day. Choose from some simple and easy designs so you don’t have any issues with your nails.

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