Few trends have the power to cross the ages like the French manicure: these famous nails nude with white tips. But this season, we’re having fun! Here are the variations that are sure to charm.
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La française colorée
Here, we forget about white and go for color! You can choose to vary the tones on each finger for a perfectly eclectic look or opt for a single accent color. The two-tone trend, on the same nail, is also gaining ground these days. Among our favorite combinations: red and pink, blue and brown, or even pistachio and burgundy. The other equally current option: focus on a single color, available in two shades.
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La micro-french
This refined version of the French manicure is already attracting everyone, especially those who wear their nails short. It consists of an ultra-fine line drawn at the edge of the nail for a more subtle effect and a clean and sophisticated look. If the white version remains timeless, the micro-French loves to play with color. You can even have fun varying these from one finger to another, or combining a base nude with a metallic, chrome or glitter tip.
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The animal point
The “wild French” replaces the traditional white tip of French manicure with wild-inspired designs. Most often arranged with a nude pink, leopard is increasingly conquering the hearts of celebrities like Vanessa Hudgens and Hailey Bieber. And the trend is multiplying: cows, zebras and tortoiseshells are inviting themselves to the party. Perfect for those who want to remain elegant, while adding a touch of audacity.
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La french inversée
This variation moves the emblematic line towards the base of the nail, at the level of the cuticle! Result: an unexpected graphic effect, both modern and delicately retro. It can be drawn in white, as a nod to the classic version, but it lends itself particularly well to bold colors, metallic finishes or even bold contrasts. Minimalist or assertive, it is proof that a simple detail can change everything.
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