A squoval manicure is perfect year-round, but especially for spring and summer when there are more opportunities for outdoor adventures that require more practical nails. Camping, rock climbing and gardening may not be as conducive to a coffin-nail shape, but a squoval set is generally on the shorter side which makes this trendy shape perfect for those who want to show off a glamorous mani while maintaining an active lifestyle.
No matter your personal style, you're sure to find something in this list of the 35 best squoval nail ideas to suit you. Plus, not only will we answer the questions of what exactly a squoval nail is, and how to achieve the shape, but you'll find examples of cute designs that complement it perfectly. From French tip squoval nails to shorter options that are just as adorable as they are functional, we've got them all.
Continue reading to discover your favorites and show them to your manicurist at your next salon trip!
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Nails come in all shapes and sizes, and the squoval nail shape is exactly what it sounds like: It's a combination of the square nail shape and the oval shape. The edges on this type of manicure aren't quite as sharp as the square shape, but the top is flat instead of rounded like an oval. It's perfect for those who love the look of a square nail without the sharp corners.
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How To Shape Squoval Nails
To get the perfect squoval shape, first start out with a sharp square nail. The next step is to file the tip of the nail to remove any roughness, and then file the corners of the square down to follow the natural curve of the sides of your fingertips to the tip of the nail to create a slight oval shape. This will give the overall effect of a square nail, but with rounded edges like an oval—creating the squoval nail shape.
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35 Best Squoval Nail Ideas
Get inspired with these fun and classy designs.
1. Glazed Blue Ombre
@melba_nails.co
From deep navy to sky blue, this ombre set from @melba_nails.co is the coolest.
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2. Smiling Daisies
@nailedbymal
Sunny yellow and smiling daisies adorn this bright and cheery set from @nailedbymal.
3. Coquette Spring
@jinx.gels
Beachy stripes, dainty bows and adorable floral designs on this spring set from @jinx.gels make this delicate set irresistible.
4. Black and Brown Pattern Mix
@nailedbymal
If you want a set that's equally as chic as it is interesting, then this black and brown patterned mix from @nailedbymal is perfect for you.
5. Lovely Yin Yang
@nailedbymal
A soft, light pink and a warm vibrant red come together on this set from @nailedbymal to form the perfect combo. Add a yin yang design complete with hearts, and you have a set anyone will be jealous of!
6. Retro Spring Vibes
@nailedbymal
Tiny hearts, daisies and rainbow designs on this teal, orange and cream set from @nailedbymal give off retro vibes that we're totally here for!
7. Cat Eye with Silver Chrome
@jinx.gels
A neutral light pink cat eye base on this set from @jinx.gels really makes those silver chrome accents pop.
8. Abstract Pink Swirls
@nailedbymal
A neutral squoval mani from @nailedbymal is given a fun edge with abstract pink and white swirls.
9. Shiny Royal Blue
@jinx.gels
This deep royal blue color from @jinx.gels is so lovely, especially with how shiny it is!
10. Orange Cheetah
@nailedbymal
A light, bright orange is the majority of this mani from @nailedbymal, but the focal point is definitely those cheetah nails with the perfect touch of gold.
11. Neutral With Pizzazz
@nailedbymal
If you're a neutral girly but want something a little extra, this cheetah print and star design set from @nailedbymal is the one for you. Who can resist an accent of glitter?
12. Marbled Turquoise
@nailedbymal
Bright white and turquoise is such a beautiful combination! This marbled mani from @nailedbymal is so chic.
13. Natural Neutrals
@natalie_thedollshouse
This neutral cream, brown and green squoval manicure with isolated silver chrome details from @natalie_thedollshouse is so elegantly earthy.
14. Bright Summer Set
@nailedbymal
A cool hot pink and bright lime green combine on this lovely squoval set from @nailedbymal.
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Short Squoval Nails
15. Iridescent Cat Eye and Chrome
@nailedbymal
@nailedbymal combined a dark purple and green iridescent chrome set with a cat eye effect for a mani that wows!
16. Alternating Dots
@jinx.gels
Light pink with dark pink polka dots on one hand and vice versa on the other makes this short squoval set from @jinx.gels cute and visually interesting!
17. Green Cat Eye Swirls
@natalie_thedollshouse
A beautiful emerald green cat eye manicure from @natalie_thedollshouse features chrome swirl details for added whimsy.
18. Blueberry Beauties
@nailedbymal
This bright blue manicure from @nailedbymal features adorable blueberry designs and chrome accent finishes for a fun set.
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19. Funky Black and White
@jinx.gels
A neutral base on this black and white designed mani from @jinx.gels is the perfect way to accent those details!
20. Maroon Aura
@jinx.gels
A short squoval set like this one from @jinx.gels shows off an aura design beautifully.
21. Checkered Greens with Daisies
@nailedbymal
This lime and mint green squoval manicure from @nailedbymal with black and white checkered and daisy designs feels so fresh!
Squoval French Tip Nails
22. Purple Polka Dots
@jinx.gels
A vibrant purple set from @jinx.gels includes a crisp white polka dot design and French tip accents for an adorable mani.
23. Micro French Cuties
@natalie_thedollshouse
This super short set from @natalie_thedollshouse features a classic white French tip in a micro style that's as dainty as it is fresh.
24. Scalloped Daisy Tips
@jinx.gels
Spring is in the air! This multicolored set from @jinx.gels boasts a scalloped tip design for a floral feel.
25. Dual Colored Tips
@natalie_thedollshouse
Not only does this spring set from @natalie_thedollshouse feature a beautiful tulip design, the French tips themselves are multicolored in quintessential pastels!
26. Pink Ombre French
@melba_nails.co
You just can't beat a chunky French tip, and this pink ombre set from @melba_nails.co is simply stunning.
27. Blooming Berry Maroon
@jinx.gels
This rich maroon mani from @jinx.gels features a tortoiseshell design and a blooming gel French tip accent for an exciting set.
28. Hot Pink French
@melba_nails.co
If you love to stand out then this hot pink French tip set from @melba_nails.co is the one for you!
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Cute Squoval Nail Designs
29. Coastal Citrus
@nailedbymal
This beautiful Mediterranean manicure from @nailedbymal features adorable lemon and lime citrus designs for the perfect summer mani.
30. Heart Stamps
@melba_nails.co
Light pink squoval nails from @melba_nails.co are sweet on their own, but the neutral accent nail with a tiny heart stamp design is just too cute.
31. Glittery Pink Lemonade
@jinx.gels
This pink glitter set from @jinx.gels is made all the more sweet with neutral accent nails that boast floral and lemon designs.
32. Checkered Cherry
@nailedbymal
Bright red, the sweet cherry designs and black and white checkered accents make this mani from @nailedbymal so cute!
33. Daisy Designs
@jinx.gels
@jinx.gels provides a fun coral squoval mani with bright yellow daisy designs for a cheerful vacay look.
34. Spring Sunshine
@nailedbymal
This mani from @nailedbymal is sure to make anyone smile! Bright and soft spring colors of yellow, mint green and pink adorn this set of floral and sunshine designs.
35. Sage Florals
@melba_nails.co
A fresh and neutral set from @melba_nails.co features a cool sage green and white floral designs.
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