Lemme guess: The first things that come to mind when you hear the words “French manicure” are low-rise jeans, pink Juicy Couture sweatsuits, and super-sticky lip glosses. I feel you, considering French manis were basically ~the~ nail trend of the early 2000s—and even though you probs never wanted to see those white tips again, it’s time you start prepping for their big-ass comeback. Don’t worry, it’s a totally new vibe this time around, ’cause the 2022 version of the French mani is waaay cooler than it’s ever been before—I’m talking color, glitter, and really fun shapes. Ahead, 20 modern French manicure ideas that’ll have you more than ready to hop back on the trend
1. This Yellow-Tipped French Manicure
Step away from the white tips and add a pop of color to your French manicure. I mean, how fun is this yellow polish?
2. This Wavy French Manicure
Who says you can’t take on a new shape with your updated French manicure? Instead of that played-out straight line, give your tips a wavy edge.
3. This Gold-Foil French Manicure
Add a gilded touch to your French manicure by putting oval gold studs around the tips of your nails.
4. This Colorful French Manicure
Feeling a more colorful vibe? Up the fun level of your French manicure by painting each nail a different color.
5. This Angled French Manicure
Give the tips of your French manicure an angled swoop—it’s so much cooler than a straight-across line.
6. This Blue-and-Brown French Manicure
Pair two unexpected colors in your French manicure—like these deep-teal and light-brown polishes—for a super-unique look. Who would’ve thought? *Paul Rudd voice* Not me.
7. This Neon-Pink French Manicure
Neon nail polish doesn’t have to be just a summer trend. Wear it year-round on the tips of your French manicure.
8. This Reverse French Manicure
For a cute inverse French manicure,paint a half-moon shape at the bases of your nails instead of the tips.
9. This Metallic French Manicure
Level up the cool factor of your French manicure by covering the tips with an edgy metallic polish.
10. This Pastel French Manicure
Keep your French manicure simple and sweet by painting cotton-candy pastel colors on your tips.
11. This Red French Manicure
How dope is this vibrant red French manicure? I’m so into this look, from the sharp angled tips to the gold pop at the base of each nail.
12. This Nike-Inspired French Manicure
In the words of Aubrey “Drake” Graham, “checks over stripes.” Show off your love of your favorite brand by adding its logo to your French manicure.
13. This Flame-Inspired French Manicure
Give off some major heat with your French manicure and paint your tips the colors of a flame *insert fire emoji here*.
14. This Glitter French Manicure
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15. This Half–and-Half French Manicure
Lemonade and cinnamon are an unlikely combo, but this color-blocked French proves they’re better together.
Go for a half-white, half-cinnamon-brown look for your French manicure. You color-block with your clothes, so why not do the same with your nails?
16. This Minimalist French Manicure
Try a super-minimalist French manicure by combining a barely-there base coat with a tight black line at the tip of your nails.
17. This Heart-Shaped French Manicure
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18. This Geometric French Manicure
Tri-color french 🌈
Split your colorful French manicure into three shapes to give it a cool geometric vibe.
19. This Sequin French Manicure
Turn your French manicure into a disco ball by adding sequins along your tips. BTW: This is kinda the perfect look for a NYE party (just saying).
20. This Pale-Peach French Manicure
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I’m so into the soft fade of this peach French manicure. It’s a great design idea if you’re going for a more subtle nail vibe.