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Elle
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Elle
13 Chic French Tip Nail Designs to Try for Summer
For your next manicure appointment, consider a summer French tip nail design. They have the refined elegance of a clean French set, yet make for a great starting point to try new color combinations, additional nail art, and ethereal finishes on top. The easiest way to start is by switching up the basic white and pink color way with more playful or unexpected tones. Streets is a fan of pairing peach tips with a subtle pink base (try Kure Bazaar's Lychee with French Rose), sky blue with soft lilac, or mint green with butter yellow. Dual-tone micro French tips create an extra detail that's understated yet playful Chrome powder finishes lend an ethereal touch to this sorbet-themed French manicure. Channel the laidback mood of a Mediterranean getaway with this yellow and blue color palette complete with intricate nail art on the ring fingers. Butter yellow is all the rage right now. Extra touches of watercolor floral makes this design feel extra summery. If you're a summer bride (or simply attending the festivities), this bow-embellished design is exactly what the occasion asked for. Tap into the baby blue manicure trend and add on sprinklings of shimmer and white flowers for a tropical touch. When in doubt, keep it clean with a classic French mani and elevate it for the season with a jelly pink base instead of a matte one. Chrome finishes, off-white tips, and tiny pearls come together for an otherworldly set. If you prefer something with a little edge, try this crocodile-inspired design in a mossy green hue. Korean gels take nail art to the next level. Try this aura-inspired manicure and enjoy the compliments that will come your way. Committed to dark nails all year round? Incorporating black into your French manicure gives it a fresher feel. Sea-themed manicures, complete with waves and starfish, are big on social media. This magical set will please the maximalists among us. Why not take it up a notch with both a reverse French mani and and French tip? Leave the rest of your nails clean for a grown-up feel.
Elle
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Elle
How to Recreate ‘Milk Nails,' Summer's Chicest Minimalist Trend
Every item on this page was chosen by an ELLE editor. We may earn commission on some of the items you choose to buy. Anyone well versed in the endless array of summer nail trends doing the rounds right now will know all about juicy Korean jelly nails, the new high-shine aura manicure, and colorful cat-eye fingertips. But if you favor a softer aesthetic, the trend to have on your radar this summer is 'milk nails.' Destined for those who favor manicure minimalism, milk nails are the epitome of a classic 'quiet luxury' mani—milky or cream whites with a sheer or translucent finish—and have been filtering onto Instagram feeds this summer as a welcome respite from the loud neon and colorful French tips that have been circulating online. 'A much softer version of a white manicure, the milk nail manicure is a minimalist nail trend achieved by applying a semi-sheer white or pale nude polish to paint a more subtle wash of color to mimic a soft and creamy 'milky' appearance,' says Ami Streets, a session manicurist for Kure Bazaar. Milk nails tap into growing demand for 'quiet luxury' manicures; effectively, your-nails-but-better trends that center upon glossy finishes and nude bases. 'This look has become popular because it looks super chic on any nail length. The neutral color looks clean and polished, and works perfectly as an understated shade that complements any skin tone and ensemble—it's a great effortless but elevated look,' shares Streets. There are a number of different variations on the trend taking shape too. 'The classic milky white is the most iconic, but for a modern twist, chrome or shimmer finishes can be layered over the milky base to create a glazed or pearl-like effect (this looks gorgeous as an update to a French manicure with a milky base and glazed tip),' notes Streets. You can also add 3-D accents for a more maximalist take on the trend, or add depth using an aura finish. First, choose your shape—almond, square, or round. Next, choose between polish, gel, or BIAB. 'To emulate the milk nail manicure at home with regular polish, I'd recommend Essie's Marshmallow or OPI's Funny Bunny (one of the classic go-to colors for this look and popular with celebrities), as they have a beautiful high-shine finish,' shares Streets. You can also custom build your milky base. 'If you already have a favorite sheer nude or soft pink tone polish, you can always custom mix a milky base using a drop of pure white polish and adjust the opacity by applying either one or more layers for your perfect finish,' she notes. Finally, the key to nailing this manicure lies in the high-shine finish, so add a final glossy top coat.
Elle
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Elle
'Milk Nails' Are The Perfect Summer Manicure For Minimalists - Here's How To Recreate Them
Anyone well versed in the endless array of summer nail trends doing the rounds right now will be au cour with juicy Korean Jelly nails, the new high-shine aura manicure, and colourful cat-eye fingertips. But if you veer more towards a softer aesthetic, the trend to have on your radar this summer is 'milk nails'. Destined for those who favour manicure minimalism, milk nails are the epitome of a classic 'quiet luxury' mani - milky or cream whites with a sheer or translucent finish - and have been filtering onto Instagram feeds this summer as welcome respite from the loud neon and colourful French tips that have been circulating online. 'A much softer version of a white manicure, the milk nail manicure is a minimalist nail trend achieved by applying a semi-sheer white or pale nude polish to paint a more subtle wash of colour to mimic a soft and creamy 'milky' appearance,' says Ami Streets, a session manicurist for Kure Bazaar. Milk nails tap into growing demand for 'quiet luxury' manicures; effectively, your-nails-but-better trends that centre upon glossy finishes and nude bases. 'This look has become popular because it looks super chic on any nail length. The neutral colour looks clean and polished, and works perfectly as an understated shade that complements any skin tone and ensemble - it's a great effortless but elevated look,' shares Streets. There are a number of different variations on the trend taking shape too. 'The classic milky white is the most iconic but for a modern twist, chrome or shimmer finishes can be layered over the milky base to create a glazed or pearl-like effect, (this looks gorgeous as an update to a french manicure with a milky base and glazed tip),' notes Streets. You can also add 3-D accents for a more maximalist take on the trend, or add depth using an aura finish. First, choose your shape – almond, square or round. Next, choose between polish, gel or BIAB. 'To emulate the milk nail manicure at home with regular polish I'd recommend Essie's Allure or Marshmallow shades, (Allure is slightly creamier and warmer in colour and works well for deeper skin tones) or OPI's Funny Bunny, (one of the classic go-to colours for this look and popular with celebrities) as they have a beautiful high shine finish,' shares Streets. 'I also love Kure Bazaar's Beige Nail Hardener for those looking for a tinted treatment product with added nail care to improve the health and appearance of natural nails over time.' You can also custom build your milky base. 'If you already have a favourite sheer nude or soft pink tone polish you can always custom-mix a milky base using a drop of pure white polish and adjust the opacity by applying either one or more layers for your perfect finish,' she notes. Finally, the key to nailing this manicure lies in the high-shine finish so add a final glossy top coat. ELLE Collective is a new community of fashion, beauty and culture lovers. For access to exclusive content, events, inspiring advice from our Editors and industry experts, as well the opportunity to meet designers, thought-leaders and stylists, become a member today HERE. Amelia Bell is the Multiplatform Beauty Director for ELLE UK and Harper's Bazaar, developing beauty strategy, writing, editing, and commissioning, and leading beauty content across both sites. Amelia has a particular interest in wellness and longevity, exploring the skin-mind connection, and decoding the latest treatments, tweakments and runway trends. She also has bylines for Women's Health, Refinery29, British Vogue, Harrods Magazine, and more.
Elle
16-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Elle
13 Of The Chicest Summer French Tip Nail Designs To Try Right Now
For your next manicure appointment, do consider a summer French tip nail design. They have the refined elegance of a clean French set, yet make for a great starting point to try new colour combinations, additional nail art and ethereal finishes on top. Most of the year's freshest nail trends - from cat-eye and aura nails to pretty shades of pink and baby blue - can be incorporated into your French manicure. Session manicurist Ami Streets agrees. 'For the sunny season, the classic French manicure gets a modern refresh with colourful tips in pastels, citrus brights, or soft gradients,' she tells ELLE UK. 'Wavy, angled, or double lines playfully replace the traditional tip, while iridescent polishes give a luminous glow that catch the summer light beautifully. Meanwhile, matte, or marbled textures can add edge and interest for those that love a nail art effect.' Think of the French manicure as the nail version of the little black dress or jeans and tee combo. It can be kept completely minimal and clean or it can look completely maximalist, depending on what you add to it. The easiest way to start is by switching up the basic white and pink colourway with more playful or unexpected tones. Streets is a fan of pairing peach tips with a subtle pink base (try Kure Bazaar's Lychee with French Rose), sky blue with soft lilac or mint green with butter yellow. If you're easing into nail art, Streets suggests a thin, micro-French tip with chrome or glazed finishes on top. 'This is one of my favourite looks, especially over beautiful sorbet pastel shades like mint green or icy blue,' she says. 'It's all about playful details and personal expression while keeping it subtle, chic and wearable. Dual-tone micro French tips create an extra detail that's understated yet playful. Chrome powder finishes lend an ethereal touch to this sorbet-themed French manicure. Channel the laidback mood of a Mediterranean getaway with this yellow and blue colour palette complete with intricate nail art on the ring fingers. Butter yellow is all the rage right now. Extra touches of watercolour floral makes this design feel extra summery. If you're a summer bride (or simply attending the festivities), this bow-embellished design is exactly what the occasion asked for. Tap into the baby blue manicure trend and add on sprinklings of shimmer and white flowers for a tropical touch. When in doubt, keep it clean with a classic French mani and elevate it for the season with a jelly pink base instead of a matte one. Chrome finishes, off-white tips, and tiny pearls come together for an otherworldly set. If you prefer something with a little edge, try this crocodile-inspired design in a mossy green hue. Korean gels take nail art to the next level. Try this aura-inspired manicure and enjoy the compliments that'll come your way... Committed to dark nails all year round? Incorporating it your French manicure gives it a fresher feel. Sea-themed manicures, complete with waves and starfishes, are big on social media. This magical set will please the maximalists among us. Why not take it up a notch with both a reverse French mani and and French tip? Leave the rest of your nails clean for a grow-up feel. Medina Azaldin is the beauty editor of ELLE and Harper's Bazaar UK, working across print and digital features. She has more than seven years journalism experience and has previously written for Red and Good Hoousekeeping. When she's not demystifying the latest skincare ingredient, sniffing out the next big perfume trend or uncovering the science behind wellness practices, you'll most likely find her in Hatchards Piccadilly or watching a crime series with her cats. Oh, and she's a competitive cheerleader, too.
