The French tip dates as far back as the 18th century. The look had a brief hiatus sometime in the mid-2000s, but the latest incarnations are a far cry from the thick, angular acrylics of decades past. Rainbow details, minimalist outlines, and fishnet accents offer new ways to wear a French manicure right now.
The Classic
If you’re loyal to the traditional French manicure, modernize your look by matching it to a white, cat eye.
Black Rainbows
Rainbows lend themselves well to a curved tip. Try this technicolor twist on the Frenchie, but paint them with a black base for a moodier look.
The French Line
The minimalist approach to the French manicure is the French line, where you trace along your nail bed in black. Honestly, it’s soeasy.
Monochrome Split
A French tip, half-moon combo, this monochrome look is a mod design that will go with anything. Paint one color first and give it ample time to dry before applying your second lacquer.
Marble Tips
Marble nails are an ongoing trend. Why not try it this summer with French tips? We’re especially fond of this purple version, complimented by a full marble nail.
Floral Decals
An easy addition to the French tip? Decals. After creating the traditional look, layer a thin coat of clear top coat. While tacky, gingerly set your design and press down. Finish with a topcoat to secure.
Checkerboard
For this checkerboard nail, start with a classic French tip. Once dry, apply black boxes to create the grid and finish with a clear topcoat.
Mint Fade
This nail artist combined a mint French tip with an ombre fade. No matter what colors you choose, always start with your lightest shade first and give yourself time for each coat to dry.
Double Lined
This minimal nail updates the French tip with the simple additional of a corresponding middle line. For that section, mimic the curve of your tip to get the cleanest look.
Micro Details
Bust out a thin brush to paint micro details to the base of your nail for a playful design. This back-to-school manicure by nail artist Kro Vargas features a yellow bus, a pencil, and a teeny tiny chalkboard.
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