This vibrant and colorful take on a traditional style lets you blend fun and elegance at the same time. These colorful French tip nail designs are especially popular lately, but there is so much versatility in how you wear them, that we’re far from tapped out. From mixing up the colors to adding an accent design, it’s a great opportunity to show your own style.
We looked through thousands of colorful French tips and talented nail artists to bring you a collection of our favorites. From a simple bit of color you can do yourself to something more intricate to show your nail tech, we’ve got you covered.
We are starting this colorful French tip nail collection with these gorgeous trendy prints! It’s really cool how they were able to mix different design styles into one set while still making it look clean and pristine!These nails just look so fun and fresh! We’ve got a collection of pastel tips topped with pearl accents that add a chic touch.If you’re a fan of keeping things simple, these square-shaped nails with pastel tips should do! I’d recommend painting these on top of bare nails to make them look a bit more natural and make those colors pop.Here’s another look that combines a bunch of different popular prints. I also appreciate the cool connected warped smiley design that switches up the look a bit while still being subtle.If you’re the type of person who likes more mature looks that are fit for office scenes, we’ve got the perfect subtle ombré set for you. The colors are all monochromatic which makes it easy to match any outfit as well!These nails are breathtaking. This set undeniably takes colorful French tips to a whole other level. The colored curve patterns remind me so much of the 80s.Here’s one that’s quite simple and sleek. The design is pretty straightforward but the colors keep it light and lively!This one honestly reminds me so much of aliens for some reason. If you find that colored tips are too bland for you, you could probably switch it up by adding a base polish in a lighter hue.Here’s another sleek look that’s easily achieved by the almond shape of the nails. This one’s a bit different though as all the colors on the nails are unique and don’t match the other hand’s.If you’re a fan of ombrés, you can have this design painted on your nail tips! They look pretty adorable too!Here’s another really adorable design that’s cute and easy to do. The chosen colors make it a lot more charming! Here’s another version of those two-tone nails. This time, these nails aren’t as blended and the colors are clearly divided by strong contrasts. Still makes an adorable set!One of my favorite trends this year has to be these lined French tips. They make the nails look a lot more futuristic. This one just adds a lot of fun to the look!Here’s how you make color classy. Make sure to choose light colors that aren’t too saturated to achieve that clean look!We’ve already seen a lot of lined French tips, why not switch it up with some layered ones? These look so good, especially since the colors used complement each other so well.If all of these colored nails seem a bit too much for you, we’ve got a nail set that’s got color and patterns but would look really sleek and classy! You can never go wrong with animal prints, especially if they look as sophisticated as this one.Long nails with really cute designs have to be one of my favorite nail design concepts because they’re both a mix of glamorous and playful!Here’s a nail set that looks light and refreshing! There’s a good mix of cool and warm tones in this set. Plus, the flowers make it look a lot daintier!This nail set isn’t all that different, but it’s got a bit of detail that sets it apart. This is a terrific mature style with a fun element as the artist combined darker hues with glitter French tips. Fantastic combination to have a little fun without going overboard.I really like the mixture of the bright cool-toned pink with the very warm orange. This reminds me of looking at a beautiful flower garden while the warm breeze hits my face.The thing about French tips is that the smallest variations matter! This set looks great as the tips are a bit more V-shaped, with the colors separated in the middle. Overall, it’s a pretty clean look!We’re bringing you something a bit more enjoyable with these multi-colored tips that have all these funky designs. I like how it has this fantastical feel with all these warped elements.Here’s a great way to utilize ombré tips. The vertical blend on these nails is so well done, which results in a very pristine-looking set.We’ve got another nail set featuring my favorite embellishment, the French tip lining! I like how the artist chooses a liner shade that will make the colors pop.The great thing about nail polish is that you can switch them up as much as you like! This one combines a full polish set with a French tip one. You can also combine fully-painted nails with tips if you like the concept but find it too bold!Slanted nail tips are a beautiful thing when done right, and this set shows exactly how they should be done. We’ve got a subtle blend of color while still maintaining that geometric, lined look.These nails look like really cool futuristic capsules. The effect was achieved by applying this gorgeous clear gloss top coat which really sets this look apart.Here’s another version of those slanted tips, but this one’s a bit curvier, which also makes it a bit more chic and wearable. Those sharp lines can sometimes give off a more mature look which many might not like.If you’re trying to switch it up a bit, square-shaped nails with triangular tips are a great combination. Plus, this set also shows that you can mix any color of your choice and it just might work!Here’s another beautiful take on those multi-colored wavy nails. This type of design has been all over the place, and I just can’t seem to get enough of them!This set takes lined French tips to a whole other level. This thicker design can’t help but remind me of those delicious candy corn treats! I just worry I might start chewing my nails when I get hungry.This is a variation of those triangular French tips that I like. The tips stretch out to the nails’ side, making them appear longer.Here’s a subtle way of adding more color to your looks. If you’d like to keep it monochromatic, just some touches of other hues should do!This nail set shows that you don’t need too much color to create a refreshing look! Adding those tiny flowers also makes the look a lot more cohesive.Here’s another gorgeous nail set that only features two colors. These cute tiny hearts are adorable and such a good way to combine colors together!For the girls who like their nails looking edgy and grungey, we’ve got this beautiful thick black tip set with these radiating red gradients.If your tips aren’t colorful enough, try adding all these multi-colored reflective gem flowers. It’s so cool to see this entire set shine subtly!Red and yellow are two of my favorite warm colors. It’s a huge plus that they go together so well! Incorporating that wavy red-lined design also adds a nice break to this set.We’ve seen quite a few of these web-like multi-colored nail designs. This one’s a lot more suitable for those who prefer pastel nails!We’ve got here some cool micro tips that have this cool added twist. The nails are made longer, which adds this tiny hint of clear nails, which honestly looks so cool!If your red nails aren’t bold enough, try adding a bold pink base. It achieves a monochromatic look while still giving that dolled-up effect!Black and white nails are a staple for those who love minimalistic looks that can be paired with any outfit. Having one color on each hand takes this look even further.When it comes to colorful nail tips, don’t let yourself be limited by just mixing colors. Something simple like this cute little cloud nail design adds a touch of extra fun. These cute little designs can make your set look much more animated!Here’s a really fun way to achieve a dreamy nail set! All these bright colors serve as a great base for these clouds and tiny stars!If you’re planning on making your colored tips more subtle, you can simply stick with white tips and add some colored designs on top!Here’s another really cool nail set that combines all the tip colors on the accent nail design! Doing so achieves a better-looking nail set that looks really well thought of.I’m a huge fan of micro tips because they’re such an easy way to add color to your nails. Take them a bit further with these tiny colored dots!
I’ve fallen in love with this colorful French tip nails trend and the talented artists who created them. Our inspiration photos come from user submissions and open sources and we’ll always give credit. All of the fantastic styles belong to their respective owners. If we’ve got a credit wrong or you’d rather we don’t feature you – just drop us an email.
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