How to Do a French Manicure Differently

However, even the most enduring works can lose their luster after a while.

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The French manicure 2.0 is a reinterpretation of the classic style that expands upon its foundation.

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A French manicure can be taken to the next level by including a half-moon motif at the tips.

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Use a dark accent color against a light background color for a more striking contrast.

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Rather from the usual rounded French tips, try this modern geometric version.

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Hang Nguyen, a famous nail artist, used a design in which two right triangles overlap.

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Use tape as a stencil to guide your brush and make sure your triangles meet in the middle and your lines stay sharp.

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