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French Manicure

The French Manicure ... Still a classic Nail Look - Though again Hip & Trendy!
French manicure Leuven
French manicure Leuven
French manicure Leuven
French manicure Leuven

The origin of French manicure can - depending on the source - be found on the Parisian catwalks or on the US movie scene: Because the French models' nail fantasies could possibly divert attention from the haute-couture clothing, the designers decided that the models should not have bright nail colours or nail fantasies. In order to stroll on the catwalk with well-groomed nails, the nails of the models were treated on the basis of the natural colours: pearly white nail edges combined with a natural or light pink colour for the nail bed (the so-called French manicure). Another story is that Jeff Pink - the founder of Orly - invented this nail look to give American actresses an identical nail look that fits everything, even if they changed outfit (previously they had to change nail colour with each new outfit). Interview Jeff Pink

The French manicure immediately became a success on the catwalks and a trend all over the world. Meanwhile, this way of nail decoration has become somewhat of a household name.

Especially in summer, this is a real attention-getter in your slippers by the pool, barefoot or on the beach. You no longer have to worry about it, and the water of the swimming pool or even the sea does not affect the gel layer.

A French manicure is also ideal for concealing the difference between shorter and longer nails. the white border makes the short(er) nails optically longer. A French Manicure is always a stylish and clean look! It is therefore logical that this classic among nail looks has existed for so long but has known many revivals. It looks natural and well-cared for, and that never goes out of fashion.

FAQ

A French pedicure reinforces your toenails with gel and results in pearl white nail edges. It is therefore the same as a French manicure, but applied to your toes.

Of course, a French manicure can also be applied with gel polish instead of gel. An equally beautiful result that naturally has a shorter durability than gel nails. Our nail studio also has gel polish in our assortment.

A thick or thin French manicure?

The gel layer on your nails or on your artificial nails should resemble as much as possible the shape of a beautiful, natural nail and certainly not put like a "ball" on top of your nails.

Fun 'French' facts

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Meaning

The origin of the word "manicure" is found in the Latin language: "Manus" or hands and "cura" or care.
Nail salon French Manicure

French and American success

Jeff Pink is generally credited with inventing the French Manicure to give the actresses in the American movies of the 70s a stylish nail look without having to change it every time with every new outfit. Another claim comes from Max Factor who claims the invention in the 30s for Parisian models and nail fashionistas.
Classic French Manicure

A classic Nail Look

The French manicure is a real classic naillook that remains hip & trendy. This look is just as suitable for a dinner party as for a business lunch.

French Manicure variations

Classic French Manicure
The classic French manicure - white nail edges and a natural nail bed - is suitable for any occasion.
Color Fun French Manicure
This classic look can be modernized by replacing the white borders with colours: Fun French Manicure
Glitter French Manicure
In a Glitter French Manicure, the white edges are replaced by a glitter gel or glitters are applied to the white edge.
Glitter French Manicure
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French Manicure Blue
Beautiful Nails by Linde Leuven
French Manicure
Beautiful Nails by Linde Leuven
French Manicure
Beautiful Nails by Linde Leuven
Marie Claire on french manicure

A French manicure is the ultimate chic style and, thanks to the current craze for nail art, now comes in many forms. But if you want a classic and polished look, the elegant white tip and natural nail is the look to go for.

Marie Claire

Flair on French Manicure

De French manicure is een klassieker, maar deze lente mag je ‘r helemaal los mee gaan! Gebruik kleurtjes, metallics of kleur je nagels en topjes telkens in twee andere kleuren.

Flair

Belmodo on French Manicure

Vandaag is het National Croissant Day! Eet je croissant in stijl zoals de echte Parisiennes en verwen jezelf eens met een klassieke French manicure. De French manicure is dé klassieker onder de nail trends. Het staat classy, clean, verzorgd en never goes out of style.

Belmodo

French Mancicure
French Mancicure modern

'The French'

The only real classic in nail art is and remains the French manicure.

The French manicure, very popular in the nineties, comes and goes throughout the years. The trend is now completely back, sometimes with a contemporary twist. Bella Hadid, Kylie Jenner, Hailey Baldwin, Kim Kardashian and Beyoncé can be seen with nails with a 'French' effect.

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