Stiletto Nails Are the Bold Nail Shape Celebs Can't Get Enough Of

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, stiletto nails are one of the most eye-catching. Not only is the long-pointed shape feminine and fierce, but it also leaves plenty of room for and nail art.

If you've tried longer styles like and , you'll definitely be comfortable branching out with this pointy shape.As the name implies, stiletto nails have pointed tips that call to mind the look of stiletto heels. “Stiletto nails are a nail shape with a long, pointed tip, resembling a stiletto heel,” says celebrity manicurist and founder of , . “They are typically created by shaping natural nails into a tapered point or by applying nail extensions and then filing them into a sharp, elongated shape.

Acrylics or gel extensions are typically used to achieve this look since they provide further strength and durability, and this look tends to be done on long nails.”Sally Hansen brand ambassador agrees, adding that stiletto nails especially suit narrow nail beds.

Lee also cautions that you'll want to take good care of your stiletto nails and avoid putting unnecessary stress on them. “Since stilettos are longer and done mainly with acrylics, you want to make sure you care for them so they last long and don’t use them as tools," she says. "Rhinestone designs are great for this shape since you have a lot of space to work with.”Think of stiletto nails as almond nails cooler, edgier cousin. “Almond nails have a rounded, tapered shape that mimics the shape of an almond, making them softer and more natural-looking,” says Nguyen.Nguyen recommends the style if you're looking to make a bold statement.