Classic French, coloured French or Tucked French: discover the modernised version of the trendiest manicure. A complete guide, professional advice and LuluNails products to achieve the perfect French manicure at home, with salon-quality results.
💅 French Manicure : The Complete Step-by-Step Guide The New Trendy Version
by LuluNails
Chic, minimalist, élégante: the French manicure remains one of the most iconic and timeless techniques in nail art. After traversing the decades, it is back today& more modern than ever, revisitedée, twistedée, déclinated&e in infinite versions.
And this year, one style in particular is causing a sensation in the institutes: the Tucked French, a modernised French, softer, more natural, which sublimates the nail without marked contrast.
Do you want to master all the French nails, from the classics to the trendiest, and easily achieve them at home with LuluNails professional products? Follow the guide.
✨ La French Manucure : l’Essence de lÉlégance
What has always made French so successful is:
- his sobriété chic,
- sa versatilityé,
- its ability to adapt to all nail shapes and lengths,
- its rendering clean, neaté, luminous, perfect in all seasons.
The original recipe:
A nude, lightly pink or translucent base an ultra-fine white border.
Today, French is no longer limited to its classic version:
It becomes artistic, colourful, minimalist, glittery, gradient; a real creative playground.
🔥 NEW: Tucked French — La French Modernisée qui Cartonne en Institut
For the past few months, a new version has been seducing clients and professionals alike: the Tucked French.
In contrast to the French of the 2000s (opaque white pink base), the Tucked French focuses on:
What makes all the difference?
👉 The nude varnish applied as a finish, which almost makes the contrast disappear. Nails look naturally perfect.
According to Glamour, the Tucked French is one of the most in-demand manicures in the world.
At LuluNails, we confirm:
« This technique offers the’illusion of a softer, smoother, more sophisticated French.
🎨 The Perfect Colours for a French Réussie (LuluNails Version)
⭐ 1. La French Classique : l’Indémodable
For the base:
- GelColor LuluNails Milky White
- GelColor LuluNails Baby Pink
- Rubber Base LuluNails Milky Nude
- Rubber Base LuluNails Light Rose
For the white border:
- GelColor LuluNails White Pure (opaque)
- GelColor LuluNails White Milky (lacté)
💡 Pro tip: LuluNails Rubber Base smoothes, strengthens and evens the nail for a professional look.
⭐ 2. French Colorée: fresh, pop, modern
Some coup de cœur combos:
🍋 Frosted lemon;
Hortensia base edge Lime Neon
→ Perfect on short nails.
🌊 French Azur Chic
Pale Rose base Riviera Blue edge
→ Gorgeous on tanned skin.
🍑 French Fruitée
Base Cranberry Glow bord Coral Reef
→ A vibrant duo for a healthy glow.
⭐ 3. French Inversée or Pailletée: trendy & luminous
Reverse French rosée and blue
- Base : Rubber Base LuluNails Baby Pink
- Interior Line : Pop Pink LuluNails
- Borderline: Blue Bubble LuluNails
Sparkling Reverse French
- Base neutre
- Effect: Top Coat LuluNails
- Gold line : Gold Bronze
⭐ 4. La French Artistique (dots, double line, dégradé)
French & Dots
Base nude frosted blue edge; micro-dot iris;.
Dégradé Blue Fusion
A camaïeu of blues housed in fine edge:
Lilac, Sapphire, Light Blue, Mermaid …
Double Mini French Vibrant
Neon Pink LuluNails Pistachio Green LuluNails
→ À réalize in seconds with the Mani Stamper LuluNails.
🧰 How to Do a French Manicure at Home (Step by Step Guide)
Yes, it is absolutely à possible to get a salon-worthy French from your living room, thanks to LuluNails professional techniques.
✨ Étape 1 : Préparer l’Ongle comme en Institut
- Limit the desired shape
- Tamper and push back cuticles
- Lightly mattify
- Dust .
- Apply the Primer LuluNails
Careful preparation = perfect wear.
✨ Étape 2: Applying the Base
Depending on your objective:
- Rubber Base LuluNails: strengthening, camouflaging imperfections
- GelColor LuluNails Nude : natural transparency
Catalysez.
✨ Étape 3: Tracing the French Smile
Two tools to choose from:
✔ Nail Art Liner Brush
For nail art regulars.
✔ Mani Stamper LuluNails
For perfect French in a few seconds — idéal débutantes.
Using the Mani Stamper:
1. Déplace a small amount of varnish on the stamp.
2. Place the edge of the nail at an angle on the silicone.
3. Remove: the French is tracée.
4. Touch up if necessary.
💡 Never press vertically to preserve the silicone.
✨ Étape 4: Finishing
Depending on the desired finish:
- Top Gloss LuluNails → intense gloss
Catalysez.
Your French is perfect, clean, long-lasting.
💖 Conclusion: A Timeless Technique, Ever More Modern
The French manicure is a caméon.
Classical, twistée, colourée, minimalist or glitterée, it adapts à all styles and à all desires.
Tucked French, the new modern and ultra-natural French, confirms that this technique has not finished reinventing itself.
With professional products LuluNails, achieve your French at home like a real pro — easily, quickly, with a salon finish.
One stroke is sometimes enough to make all the difference 😉
Cover how to achieve a classic, colourful or Tucked French manicure. Techniques, trends and LuluNails products for a perfect manicure at home.