French manicures are a tried and true nail design at any salon. The nude base, clean white tips and elegant shape always turn heads and garner plenty of compliments. They don’t need much to look stunning, but if you want to give them a glam update you can always introduce some sparkle. Whether it be a dusting of glitter or actual gemstones, crystal French manicures are the latest way to upgrade the classic design. Like the original look, this variation depends on contrast and natural shades to keep it grounded. Fleshy and pink-toned nude polishes are ideal but you can also opt for a bare nail for a more minimal aesthetic. There are lots of ways to embrace this trend. Ahead, we’ve gathered a few ideas to help get you started.
Crystal French Manicure Inspiration
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Ice Cold
Traditional Frenchies are always elegant, but this manicure completely transforms the design. The silver glitter polish gives the nails a diamond-dusted look, while large gemstones are used to decorate the base and tips of the nails.
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Pink Diamonds
The boring nail trend is still going strong. However, if you want to up the ante without going overboard, might we suggest bedazzling the tips of your nails? Take a cue from this look which mixes traditional and pink rhinestones for a pop of sparkle.
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Classic White Tips
For this look, you don't have to stray too far from the classic and it's easy to DIY. After painting your nails with the design, add a few rhinestones and gems on each nail for an artful look.
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Gemstone French Manicure
If you're looking for an easy way to remix your go-to French, this gemstone variation is the perfect choice. It has the same shape and vibe as the classic design, just with a bit more sparkle.
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Mixed Designs
Nothing beats a manicure with mixed designs. This set uses a few different styles, like glittering stripes, pearls and rhinestones to create the look of French tips.
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Crystal bubble
Tiny clear bubbles give this French manicure a cool, deep-sea feel. But the shimmering crystal blue tips bring the underwater look full circle. To get the full effect, be sure to use a fleshy nude as the base and scatter the bubbles across your fingernails.
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Dripping Diamonds
This ornate manicure is dripping with elegance. The tips are lightly dusted in silver glitter for the first layer of sparkle and are then decorated with small diamond chains. Delicately placed, to fall from the tip to mid-nail they have the effect of a diamond necklace draped on bare skin.
