Choosing the right nail shape can instantly elevate your hands and your overall style. Two of the most popular shapes - Almond and Coffin - each bring a completely different mood, silhouette, and personality to your look.

At Tipsee, customers often ask us:
“Should I go for almond or coffin?”
“Which one looks more natural?”
“Which shape suits my hands best?”

This guide compares both shapes side-by-side, helping you choose the best press on nails Australia for your style, hand type, and everyday lifestyle.

Why Nail Shape Matters More Than You Think

Your nail shape can dramatically influence how your hands appear — even more than colour or length.

Choosing the right shape can:

• Make your fingers look slimmer or longer
• Define your personal aesthetic
• Enhance your outfits effortlessly
• Boost confidence in seconds

Press on nails make it easy to experiment, but selecting the right shape ensures your look feels harmonious and flattering.

Almond vs. Coffin – What’s the Difference?

Almond Shape (Soft, Feminine, Universally Flattering)

What it looks like: A gently tapered shape with a softly rounded tip — delicate, refined, and timeless.

Best for:

• Small to medium-sized hands
• Anyone wanting natural elegance
• Work, dates, everyday wear
• Beginners (easy to wear and suits almost everyone)
  

Why Almond is Tipsee’s best-selling shape: Almond visually elongates the fingers and complements nearly every hand type. With over 40 Almond designs available, it's clear that this is the shape most customers fall in love with — and the easiest choice if you’re unsure where to start.

Coffin Shape (Bold, Structured, Modern)

What it looks like: Straight sides with a slightly squared-off tip — a sleek, statement-making shape also known as “ballerina.”

Best for:

• Medium to long nail lengths
• A high-fashion or glamorous look
• Night outs, photos, special events
• Those who like bold, statement-driven aesthetics

Why it stands out: Coffin nails photograph beautifully and add a powerful, contemporary edge. With limited availability (only 1 Coffin design in stock), it’s a shape made for customers who enjoy something unique and striking.

Almond vs Coffin – Quick Comparison

Quick comparison table between Almond and Coffin 

Which Shape Suits Your Hands?

Choose Almond if:

✔ You want a natural-looking, elegant shape
✔ You prefer something easy and comfortable
✔ You’re a beginner with press on nails
✔ You want your hands to look slimmer and longer
✔ You want the widest design selection at Tipsee

Choose Coffin if:

✔ You love bold, structured, stylish nails
✔ You want a premium, photo-ready finish
✔ You prefer long nail looks
✔ You want a shape that stands out instantly

Nail Shapes at Tipsee: Almond Leads the Collection

Although this guide focuses on Almond and Coffin, Tipsee offers a variety of shapes to suit different personalities and occasions. Here's how Almond and Coffin fit within our full shape collection:

Almond (over 40 designs – most popular & most available)

Elegant, wearable, flattering for everyone. Perfect for customers who want a shape they can trust for daily wear.

Other shapes available at Tipsee include:

• Coffin - Modern, structured, and glamorous
• Oval - soft, rounded, feminine
• Square - clean, classic, minimal
• Squoval - a balanced shape for a natural look
• Stiletto - dramatic and fashion-forward

These additional shapes give customers more ways to express their style, but Almond remains the top choice for versatility and everyday beauty.

So… Almond or Coffin? Here’s Our Final Pick

If you're still deciding, here’s the simplest way to choose:

✔ Choose Almond if you want:

• natural beauty
• comfort
• versatility
• beginner-friendly wear
• the largest design range at Tipsee

✔ Choose Coffin if you want:

• bold style
• a modern, structured silhouette
• a high-fashion look
• nails that stand out in photos

No matter your choice, both shapes bring their own kind of beauty and confidence.

Ready to Choose Your Shape? Shop Tipsee Press On Nails

Tipsee makes it simple to try new shapes without the cost of a salon visit.
Switch styles anytime, enjoy premium finishes, and experience beautiful nails in minutes.

👉 Explore Almond & Coffin Press On Nails:
https://tipsee.com.au/collections/handcrafted
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Let your nails express who you are — soft, bold, elegant, or a little bit of everything.