Dive into the color of love.

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Red might just be the most versatile nail polish color of them all.

It can be wholesome or sultry, playful or sophisticatedmaking it perfect forFrench manicures.

a red and white french manicure with tiny hearts

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Berry Bliss

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Look to the strawberry-core trend for some sweet inspiration.

Paint your nails with a neutral base, then add bright red tips.

strawberry inspired red and white french manicure

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Accentuate the red with teeny white dots to mimic strawberry seeds.

Flaming Charms

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Nail charms take every look to the next level.

Coat long red tips in gold charms from top to bottom for a gilded touch.

long red nails covered in charms

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Go completely clear with the basethe starkness will make the licorice design look even more daring.

Square Biz

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Over almond and oval nails?

Try a square manicure.

a red french manicure with licorice tips

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Pick an orangey-red shade to give it some fiery energy.

Add half hearts to the very tips of your nails.

This unconventional French manicure is a cute, subtle nod to romance.

red square french manicure

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Go futuristic and use red as your base shade with metallic, or even clear, tips.

Opt for a sharp stiletto shape for a bit more edge.

Skip any extra nail art and keep things simple so the focus remains on the color and shape.

french red manicure scalloped

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Double Up

Pink and red will always be a winning combo.

Outline a classic red French mani with a single line of Flamingo pink.

Keep things sleek and sophisticated with a clear base and shiny top coat.

reverse red french manicure

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We love how this set incorporates a few solid red accent nails topped with white hearts.

Opulent Romance

Roses, rhinestones, and literal 3D cherubs?

It doesn’t get much more romantic than this dramatic set.

long red nails in a french manicure style

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Show this photo to your favorite talented nail tech as inspiration if you’re ready to go bold.

Alternate the colors for your tips and heart designs.

To help yours stand out, outline them in opaque white polish.

red french manicure with black and white puppy and rhinestone accents

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Leave the base natural so the red really pops.

Candy Coated Sparkles

Why wait for the holidays to play with red sparkles?

Usethe sponge techniqueand a candy apple red polish for the diffused tips, then top them in garnet glitter.

red and pink french manicure

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A Fine Line

you’ve got the option to go bold without going shiny.

red french manicure with pink cherries white hearts and rhinestones

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a red french manicure topped with roses, gemstones, and a cherub 3D design

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a manicure with red and white tips with inverted hearts

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red french manicure translucent

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red sparkly nails

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a red french manicure topped with abstract flower designs

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