23 Simple Short Spring Nail Ideas For a Fresh Look
We earn a commission for products purchased through some links in this article.
With new nail trends coming up every day we have something new and exciting to look forward to. During springtime short nails get their moment to shine, while longer nails are still popular we are now seeing a lot more celebrities and influencers going for short mani.

Althought short nails may not always get the love they deserve they are coming up on your feed more and more and they are far from boring. What I love about short nails is not only their practicality but also that you can play around with them and create statement designs. We have gathered 23 nail ideas that will make you want to get them for spring.
1. Soft Pink and White Flowers
Pastel pink is on everyone’s list for the spring trends.
2. Bright Little Flowers
@lightslacquer
Paint your nails with small blooming flowers to make them botanical and fresh. The clear base allows each flower to stand out, creating these with watercolor will be a classic choice.
3. 3D flowers
@peachinails
When it comes to spring manicures there are countless ways to incorporate flowers. I recommend this 3d gel to recreate the 3d effect of the flowers.
4. Lavender
@nailsbypaulin
The color of these is not only refreshing coming from winter mani but also sure has a spring feel. The color compliments the season and the nude base nails are elevated with intricate lavender flowers.
5. Blue Nails
@nails_magaziine
6. Beautiful Sunset
This is the season to try out new colors and vibrant ones too. This manicure is one of the ways to do so. The design features a sunset color such as yellow, orange ,and pink ombre.
7. Butterfly Wings
@nailsbypaulin
If you love shimmer here are how you can bring that little winter transition to spring. The butterfly wings on two center fingers become whole when put together. The design is delicate and cute with the shimmer.
8. Hibiscus tips
If you are looking to make your French tips have a little spice here is a cool design. The almond shape is soft and gives a romantic appeal as well. The mustard yellow tip helps the nails to stand out with the little pink details.
9. Bright Flowers
The mismatched nails stand out and the refreshing colors. This manicure features, hot pink, orange, micro French tip, and clear nails with a bunch of colorful flowers.
10. Swirly
With swirl nails, they look perfect for the season and they transition well into summer. So if you want a groovy mani then you can give these a try. Combining bright colors with adorable short nails gives a cool retro look.
11. Cactus Green spring Nails
Green pastels are stunning and classy as well. So if clean minimalism is more your style you can still embrace spring. If you are an office girly then these are a good choice and also a perfect mani for wedding spring nails.
12. Rainbow Micro Tips
These small trendy rainbow French tip mani is not only cute but right for the season. Apply two colors of your choice to create a ombre effect.
13. Easter Egg Pastel
Easter spirit manicure, speckle eggs design for spring.
14. Hot pink and Yellow Floral
Bright yellow daisies to the manicure and you will have a dreamy nail design for the season. The floral accent nails stand out among the others with hot pink.
15. Pastel French
Short nails are best with a micro French mani. The pastel colors ring in the season’s traditional nail art. Apply a different color on each tip giving it a fresh and playful vibe.
16. Pastel and Clear Base
@feralnailstx
17. Cherry Accent
18. Creamy Yellow Floral Pattern
Yellow nails are such a vibe, we love them and this design is very DIY friendly.
19. Tiny Flowers on Tip
20. Minimalism
21. Spring Check
22. Creamy Yellow – Petals
This design features a burst of daisies alongside the creamy yellow solid color nails. Be creative with a steady hand and you can recreate the floral patterns.
23. Pastel French with Swirls
Give your manicure a new life by adding pastel wavy lines to each nail. The different colors help to make it unique and stand out more.
Save