Stiletto nails — the long, pointy nails that overtook our Instgram feeds seemingly overnight — may seem impractical to many a manicure enthusiast. Sure, the pointed nails may render everyday tasks like texting impossible, but just like their namesake the stiletto heel, stiletto nails offer some surprising benefits. For starters, sleek-and-slender stiletto nails elongate the fingers, as well as the nail beds — giving manicurists more room to create amazing stiletto nail designs. And whether you decide to go with minimalist white or black stiletto nails or more over-the-top pointy nail designs, one thing is for sure: razor-sharp stiletto nails add instant sex appeal to any manicure.
So, whether you're comfortable rocking intense, Kylie Jenner-style stiletto nails or are more interested in experimenting with short stiletto nails, we've gathered an array of looks featuring everything from rhinestone adornments to graphic prints to inspire your next manicure.
Here, 27 stiletto nail designs that will have you and your nails looking on point.
There's nothing like pointed nails to, well, get your point across. In this case, we're totally on board with these stiletto nails that celebrate love and a classic black-and-white design.
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Shine Bright Like a Diamond
The best thing about the stiletto nails trends is that it instantly adds edge to even the girliest of designs. Case in point: Razor sharp points give these delicate diamond-and-pink finished nails a serious don't-mess-with-me vibe.
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Wild One
What is a leopard without her claws? Channel a fiercely fabulous feline with leopard print stiletto nails that will have you feeling like the queen of the jungle.
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Purple Reign
Purple has always been associated with royalty, and we're pretty sure you'll feel like a queen with these pretty pointy nails in the majestic shade. Bonus: The glitter accents will totally make you feel like you're rocking the crown jewels.
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