17 French Manicures That Provide a Twist on the French Classic

When it comes to classic nails, nothing compares to a perfect French manicure. As gorgeous as French nails are, sometimes it feels great to reinvent a classic and make it your own.

These 17 French manicures are anything but traditional but they still stay true to its roots. Have fun with your next French manicure and give it a twist, you won’t regret it.

1) Add glitter to add fun to your next nail design.

17 French Nails With a Twist - Add glitter to add fun to your next nail design.
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2) A beautiful design.

17 French Nails With a Twist - A beautiful design.
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3) Glitter gradients always look fun.

17 French Nails With a Twist - Glitter gradients always look fun.
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4) Go bold with scalloped tips.

17 French Nails With a Twist - Go bold with scalloped tips.
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5) Try a glossy black tip…

17 French Nails With a Twist - Try a glossy black tip...
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6) …Or black on black French nails.

17 French Nails With a Twist - .A black on black French mani.
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7) Good as gold.

17 French Nails With a Twist - Good as gold.
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8) Dark blue with a lovely floral accent.

17 French Nails With a Twist - Dark blue with a lovely floral accent.
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9) Striking matte white with gold glitter.

17 French Nails With a Twist - Striking matte white with gold glitter.
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10) French manicure with polka dots.

17 French Nails With a Twist - French manicure with polka dots.
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11) A little glitter goes a long way.

17 French Nails With a Twist - A little glitter goes a long way.
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12) Colorful pink and white.

17 French Nails With a Twist - Colorful pink and white.
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13) French mani with rose tips.

17 French Nails With a Twist - French mani with rose tips.
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14) Silver on silver looks incredible.

17 French Nails With a Twist - Silver on silver looks incredible.
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15) Twist it up by going on an angle.

17 French Nails With a Twist - Twist it up by going on an angle.
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16) Go wild with animal prints.

17 French Nails With a Twist - Go wild with animal prints.
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17) Express it with French pastels.

17 French Nails With a Twist - Express it with French pastels.
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Whether you prefer a traditional French manicure or want to be a little creative, these 17 French nails are a good base to start with. If you’re looking for even more inspiration, check out these related posts:

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