
Trend Watch: French Femininity
Definition: Not that it ever went very far away, but the romance, pretty pastels (think antique roses), and feminine accents (like scalloping and ruffles) of Paris are back at the forefront of fashion.
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Definition: Not that it ever went very far away, but the romance, pretty pastels (think antique roses), and feminine accents (like scalloping and ruffles) of Paris are back at the forefront of fashion.









Manicurist to the stars Michelle Saunders demonstrates a lovely and simple twist on the French tip. Use Essie polish in Ballet Slippers, Fiesta, and Lollipop to get the look.
Nails by Daphnye Shaffer, CND education ambassador, Baytown, Texas
Self serves up three fresh takes on the French manicure that are simple to achieve and fun to wear.
One of the implements is an eco-friendly nail file made from recycled paper.
Nails by Cassie Fero, Eugene, Ore.
Nails by Mari L. Woods, The Very Elect Spa in Detroit.
The November 2011 issue of Teen Vogue shares the newest way to bring the runway straight to your client's fingertips. "Runway Manicure" is a couture process by which each nail is hand-painted to mimic the prints from any give designer's collection.
The Reverse French Acrylic Nail is one of the most difficult to design. Suzie Moskal uses a new technique that is easier to learn and master in this in-depth tutorial.
Cuccio Naturalé launched Manicure Micro Exfoliant, the newest addition to its manicure collection that features sugarcane and bamboo powder.