
A Bolder French Mani
Spotted at recent fashion shows, the French manicure is continuing its comeback with outside-the-box colors.

Spotted at recent fashion shows, the French manicure is continuing its comeback with outside-the-box colors.

The French Twist, inspired by both the old-school French and the huge geometric nail-art trend, is back.
In this NAILS Troubleshooter video MaeLing Parrish shows how to make a "French Twist" nail art design.

Teen Vogue, in its June 2012 issue, recommends four fun and easy nail art designs for summer.

Jade Sewell demonstrates how to create a girly French, complete with a bow.

Nail tech Robin Moses shares a step-by-step for how to create an off-center chevron French, one of the many styles of French manicure.

Nail tech Robin Moses shares a step-by-step for how to create a scalloped French, one of the many styles of French manicure.

Nail tech Robin Moses shares a step-by-step for how to create a scalloped French, one of the many styles of French manicure.

Think of “French manicure” as an umbrella term that covers a myriad of related looks. With all of these variations, you’re sure to find a French for every client.

Here's a fun tie-dye and peace sign French by Jade Sewell.

Especially great for July 4th or Memorial Day, this alternative French features red, white, and blue.

EricMatukonis, Regal Nails Salon & Spa, Hazle Township, Pa., creates this chevron French with a twist.

Nails by Joanne Truitt, Boca Nail Depot, Boca Raton, Fla.

Nails by Jade Sewell of Just Nails, Great Falls, Mont.

Nails by Cassie Fero, Eugene, Ore.

Nails by Christina Landeros, That Total Look Salon, Santa Maria, Calif.
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