Nail Art Idea

Burnt Orange Aura Short Square Nails

Burnt Orange Aura Short Square Nails: a nail art idea. See the shades, shape tips and products to get the look at home.

Stylist note: Burnt orange aura on short square nails, glowing softly from the center. A warm, sunset-like gradient that's perfect for fall.

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Recreate this aura look at home

Prep: push back cuticles, buff the shine off the nail plate and wipe with alcohol so the base coat grips.
Shape: File straight across the top, then soften the two corners with one light stroke so they don’t snag.
Apply a sheer nude or milky base.
Dab a small spot of burnt orange in the center of the nail with a sponge or airbrush.
Blend the edges outward so the color glows from the middle.
Seal with a glossy top coat.
Finish with cuticle oil once everything is dry.

Pro tip: A small dotting of color, blended with an eyeshadow sponge, gets close to an airbrush look.

What are aura nails?

Nails with a soft glow of color in the center that fades out toward the edges, like a blurred halo.

Are square nails good for short nails?

Yes — square is the strongest shape for short nails. Softly rounded corners (squoval) keep it from catching on fabric.

Does burnt orange nail polish suit my skin tone?

Burnt orange and copper shine on warm and deep skin; peach and coral lift fair and neutral skin.