The French manicure has come a long way from its classic white tips with square corners. The smile line, which Nails Mag described as a crisp line that follows the curve from one nail sidewall to the other, is a contemporary version of this timeless look that visually elongates the nails and fingers. It looks great with an almondetto nail, but to push the envelope even further, why not paint un cœur or a heart at the tips of your nails instead? With the almondetto’s tapered ending, you already have the bottom half of the heart ready to be filled in. Simply use a stencil to paint the curves of its upper half cleanly.
Turn this version of the French manicure into a graphic attraction by pairing white nail polish with black or red. You can also go for a softer approach with pastel or monochromatic pairings. Keep people guessing by switching the colors you’ll use as the base and on the tips. Finally, a high-luster lacquer to top your manicure is the perfect finishing touch.
