Although the French manicure is a classic, it can feel a little, well, too classic and just not that exciting. Switch it up with some updated modern takes on the French tip, like the V-cut French manicure. The V-shaped French tip trend is blowing up on TikTok and Instagram—and for good reason. There are so many ways to get creative with this trending nail design.
French tip nails usually have a pale pink base and a straight white tip of varying thickness. V French tip nails feature a deep V shape instead of the “smile line” at the tip. The classic nail design includes a white V but you can have some fun with bold colors and textures and all different shapes and styles. This isn’t the type of nail art that only looks good on one nail style. It’s chic on short nails, coffin nails, square nails, stiletto, ballerina, and all the rest.
Below, check out the 15 V-cut French manicure nail looks we’re loving this season.
1. Split Chevron French Manicure
This is pretty easy nail art to DIY from home. Just take two different colors and criss-cross them at the tip.
2. Classic Chevron V-Shaped Nails
This is the classic white tip V-shape on square nails with a neutral base. If you’re not sure where to start with the trend, begin here.
3. Sparkly V-Shape French Tip Nails
The white V-shape doesn’t have to be boring! Give it a glam update with glitter nail polish on ballerina nails.
4. Skittles French Tips
With each finger, give the V a different color. Can we say that the skittles nails trend gets a 2022 update? Yes, we can.
5. Halloween Nail Art
No matter the holiday, you can get creative with V-shaped nail designs, such as these bloody gel nails.
6. Accent V-Shaped Nails
If an entire set of V-shape French nails feel like a little too much, try an accent nail to make a basic French mani pop. This works especially well on short nails.
7. Graphic V-Cut French Nails
With black, white, and glitter lines, these nail extensions take on a cool graphic vibe.
8. Ombré V-Cut French Nails
This nail set might look like it has a classic pink base at first, but it’s really a creative ombré design with some additional bling on the accent nails.
9. V-Cut Almond Nails
Most V-cut French nails are on square or coffin-shaped fake nails. But the nail design works on a rounded almond shape, too.
10. Crystal-Detailed V-Cut Nails
Add a little bling to a trendy nail polish shade, like green, and you have an Insta-worthy manicure sure to bring in all the likes. Add a matte top coat for an even more on-trend look.
11. 3-D Designed Nails
DIY this V-cut French manicure with pink polish and add some 3D stickers for a salon-worthy look.
12. V-Shaped Designs on Natural Nails
You don’t need long acrylic extensions to nail the look. Your natural nail length looks just as great, especially with some bling like rhinestones.
13. Press-On Nails
You don’t need manicure skills to apply these press-on nails. You just need a little glue and patience and you’ll be stunting in no time.
14. Winter-Ready French Tip Nail Design
The addition of a snowflake nail sticker turns these simple red V-cut nails into a festive holiday look.
15. Pink Base French Manicure
Most French base coats are a shade close to your natural nail. This nail set uses a brighter pink color for fun change.
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FAQs
V-Cut French Manicure
The V-cut-french-manicure trend doesn't have a traditional french tip. Instead, at the end of the nail, it has two lines that cross in a V shape.
What is the best color for a French manicure? ›
A sheer pink polish or a builder gel will achieve the most natural French manicured nails. Your skin tone should be the main focus when choosing a base shade; for example, rose-based shades are great for fair/light skin, whilst a deeper nude colour is better for dark skin.
What is the best shape for French tip nails? ›
Although French manicures can be suitable for every type of nail shape and length, Bychkova suggests that mid-length almonds and short squares are the easiest to paint French tips on. "You just have to be aware they don't have broken edges, so your line will be symmetrical," she adds.
Are there different types of French manicure? ›
Nowadays there are plenty of French manicure styles that deviate from the standard flesh-colored formula. Instead, people are opting for colorful and out-of-the-box French manicure designs. Graphic art, stickers, and gems are just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to wearing the mani of the moment.
What nail color is most classy? ›
“I would say a milky pink [think Chanel's Ballerina], due to the trend of quiet luxury,” says Kandalec. “Or if someone is a gel/enhancement girlie, I'd say an autumnal red that's deeper and more brown based versus a classic red [like CND's Classic Lipstick], or a French manicure with thin, classic white tip.”
What is the most flattering nail color? ›
"Surprisingly, lilac is universally flattering on all skin tones," says Streets, who thinks the shade has a playful energy to it. Variations on the pastel hue have gone viral this year, including "digital lavender" (lilac with a chrome overlay) and "milky lavender" (a sheer take on the color).
What is a milky French manicure? ›
While a traditional French manicure combines a light pink or nude base color and bright white tips, a milky French manicure uses a sheer, creamy off-white base color that offers a very subtle contrast between the nail base and the tips. The effect is softer and more opaque than the classic French mani.
What to ask for to get French tip nails? ›
"Ask your nail technician for a rounded or almond shape," says Ami. Your chosen nail professional will help you decide which will look best depending on the length of your nails. Ami suggests a rounded or square-oval shape for short nails and an almond shape for longer nails.
What is the trend in French manicure 2024? ›
Artists are getting creative with their finishing touches: The classic French manicure is gilded in gold-dipped tips and pastels are getting the “cateye” treatment. You can expect new textures — like crocodile print — and the addition of 3D jewels to make designs pop.
What is a classic French manicure? ›
A French manicure is typically designed with a neutral base color and white accent color that is applied in a half-moon shape on the tip of each fingernail or nail extension.
"If a person opts for a French manicure on her fingertips, she should try other shades like red, pink, orange or dark colours on her toes.
What is the most classy nail shape? ›
'A square nail shape is a timeless classic that never goes out of style. It's characterised by its straight edges and angular corners - it's a perfect choice for anyone looking for a chic, yet simple look, says Huber-Millet. Overview: a timeless classic that never goes out of style.
What is the smile line on a French tip? ›
French Tip nails have developed significantly over the past few years. The 'Smile Line' French is now more popular than the traditional straight tip and is characterized by high edges with a deep curve towards the free edge of the nail.
What is gel vs dip French tip? ›
Both gel and dip powder nails are highly durable, but dip powder nails tend to be more chip and scratch-resistant. On average, gel nails last two to three weeks and dip powder nails last two to four weeks, but these results can vary from person to person.
What is a French tip look like? ›
What is a French manicure? A French manicure is typically designed with a neutral base color and white accent color that is applied in a half-moon shape on the tip of each fingernail or nail extension.
What is the difference between French and Italian manicures? ›
Unlike the classic French manicure, where the tip starts closer to the sides of the nail in a crescent shape, the Italian style “starts around halfway up the nail on both the left and right sides to form more of a 'U' shape,” explains Teleki—another way to make nails look more elongated.
What is the difference between basic and French manicure? ›
Let's break them down. Colour: The key difference between the French and American nails is the colours they use to achieve their signature look. While the French nails use stark white tips and a clear or pink base, the American manicure goes for a more off-white tip with nude tones for the base.
