French Manis of the Future
This is not your mother's French manicure! Let's revisit this classic style -- and make it fresh and edgy.

When you think of the French mani, what words come to mind? Classic? Basic? Perhaps even (gasp) boring?
It`s time to rethink the classic look. Not only are these riffs on the French mani a departure from the original intent -- which was to resemble natural nails -- they`ve incorporated clever patterns, accent nails, playful color combos and, let`s face it, way more edge.
Next time you`re in the mood to take an everyday French manicure to the next level, check out our slideshow of eye-catching designs!


French manicure with polka dots


French manicure with silver tropical flowers


French manicure with gold glitter tips


French manicure with dried flower tips


French manicure with glitter nail bed and black tips


French manicure with gray nail bed and black tips


French manicure in gray and pink


French manicure in maroon and black


French manicure in marsala with gilded tips


French manicure in pastel with turquoise tips


French manicure with polka dot tips


French manicure in red and black


French manicure in silver chrome


French manicure in white gold with glitter tips


French manicure with deep pink lines


French manicure in gray with silver tips


French manicure in lilac with plum chevron tips


French manicure in pink with black bows


French manicure with symmetrical dots and gold tips


French manicure in leopard print


French manicure with polka dots


French manicure with musical notes


French manicure with multicolored dots
