If you’ve scrolled through BeautyTok or your favorite nail-themed IG pages lately, you’ve likely come across iterations of the versatile, chic and easily customizable French ombré manicure.
The trend differs from a classic French mani as it features a “gradual fade” of the pink-nude base to the white tips, according to Rita Remark, editorial manicurist and Essie’s global lead educator. She adds that the ombré effect “diffuses the contrast and adds a touch of subtlety.”
As noted by Allure, videos of the manicure trend have more than “six million views” on TikTok, and are currently all the rage for Spring 2023. With that said, we rounded up four versions to help you get inspired:
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4 Iterations Of The Trendy French Ombré Manicure:
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1. Shiny Classic
The quintessential French ombré manicure has a natural look overall, with a pink base and delicate, milky-white tips. A shiny, glossy overcoat is often added, as seen in this video, and the mani looks as exquisite as ever when worn long.
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2. Lilac & Rose Pastels
As we say goodbye to March winds and hello to April showers, what better way to celebrate the changing of seasons than with nail colors that pay homage to spring flowers? This clip is a great example of how any two colors can coincide in a French ombré manicure, but pastels are always a no-fail, go-to choice.
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3. Rich Iced Mocha
Calling all coffee and manicure lovers, as this take on a French ombré mani can take inspiration from your fave spring drink! These nails have a rich, eye-catching combo of brown hues, and as seen in this TikTok upload, can look incredible along with a square, coffin shape.
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4. Shimmering Emerald & Silver
With spring well on its way, we’ll be seeing a lot of green, and a great way to ring this in is with emerald nails. This iteration of a French ombré mani features a swirling pairing of shimmering olive and silver hues. In this post, it’s clear that they also look epic with a long, rectangular shape. What’s not to love?
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