When it comes to manicures we have a rule: when in doubt, stick with the classics a French manicure is the most classic look there is. We love the classic look of a neutral base with white tips, but we also like to mix things up with an old-school French mani. There are many ways to make your French tips your own, from changing the color of the tips to completely changing the look. This month, we’re all about French manicures that show off everything March has to offer, from the springtime mood to the St. Patrick’s Day festivities. We put together a list of 24 great French manicures to try this March, from shiny prints to aquamarine jellies.
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Gold-Plated Tips
Thanks to @bhambnails on Instagram. A sure way to make any French manicure better? Turn it into gold. The shiny clear base makes the gilded tips stand out beautifully.
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French Glass with Stripes
Ultra-glossy glass French manicures are very popular right now, and adding stripes to them makes them even more fun for March. This one has some extra sparkle with a few gems.
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Different Shades of Blue
Instead of dark winter colors, try lighter spring colors like baby blue. Add some negative space French tips to make your nails really stand out.
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French with Pink Lines
This mani shows that even a small change can make a big difference in your look. A thin, neon pink outline below your cream-colored tips makes the best contrast for the design.
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Lovelace in Love
Want to read some gothic romance this spring? A black lace French is the perfect March mani. The bow details make this one even sweeter.
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Green Checkered Board
This green-and-white checkerboard pattern looks great on French tips, just like all prints do. To give the design more space to shine, think about making the tips longer for better effect.
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Geometric French
Forget about rounded tips and go with something more geometric like this gold and green option. Use nail tape to make perfectly straight lines across your square tips.
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French Aquamarine Jelly
It’s always time for aquamarine in March because it’s the month’s official birthstone. Choose a jelly polish with silver cat-eye on top to give the classic a new look.
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Gingham in the Spring
Gingham print always comes back in style in the spring so get on board with the trend. Add cute nail art, like butterflies and stars, to make the pattern more fun.
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Vibes of Butterflies
A French tip with an ombré effect makes a simple manicure look more fun. With a few butterflies, this mani becomes truly magical.
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Strawberry Matcha Manicure Ideas
For spring, matcha nails are a fun and new way to do your nails. Strawberry matcha manicures can be earthy and sweet at the same time, with pastel French tips, green marble, or watercolor-style washes. Subtle ideas include plaid checks or sheer chrome layers with green reflections for a fresh spring look.
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Glow of Matcha
Choose a pale pink polish with a thin layer of chrome powder on top for a subtle look with green reflections that sparkle in the sunlight, creating a more delicate and modern manicure.
