24 Pink French Nail Ideas That Are Pretty and Playful

In the nail world, nothing has staying power quite like French manicures. Over the years, the classic look has evolved in shape—from square to round and back again—and color. And these days, it's all about pink French nails. The best part is you can go super subtle, simply adding a line of pink at the end of your nails. Or, you can go all out with bold, pink nail art motifs. Need some inspo? Ahead, we've rounded up 24 pink French nail ideas.

Going French

Talk about a triple threat. Instead of one shade of pink, this mani features pink tips in three hues. Chrome powder gold stars and gems make for the perfect final touches.

Orange Crush

Who knew that orange and pink made such a power couple? This mani may look complicated, but it is totally possible to DIY. All you need is a sponge, a fine brush, and some patience.

Tickled Pink

For a gradient manicure like this, start with a light pink polish on your thumb and choose a slightly darker pink for each following nail. The subtle ombré effect gives the mani a unique look.

The Right Mix

The hot pink and baby pink pairing make this manicure a standout. The negative space French tip adds an extra dose of creativity to this look.

White Hot

Put a pink spin on a standard French manicure by adding a thin pink stripe to the base of your tip. It still has that classic vibe but with a pretty pop. Play with different shades of pink to see what works for you, or mix it up on each nail.

Flower Power

These pink French nails are in full bloom. Adding a few white flowers to your French mani gives it a fun and fresh feel.

Heart You

Stencils are always a charming way to have fun with nail art, especially when they’re in the shape of a heart. For this light pink baby French manicure, you can opt for a single accent nail or adorn all your nails with hearts.

Crystal Method

This manicure packs so many cool trends into one look. Between the gradient French tips, abstract art overlay, and pink crystals, this look is very of the moment. The clear, shimmery base keeps the look balanced.

Star Bright

Sometimes, more really is more in the best way. Chrome pink tips, silver studs, and a star motif definitely make this an attention-grabbing manicure.

Feeling Hot

Bubblegum pink and hot pink are a gorgeous combination. The two-tone mani looks especially stunning on pointed nails.

Sparkle and Shine

A sparkling, sheer base complements a bright pink French tip so well. While you can achieve this mani on any nail shape, almond really enhances the look.

Acting Shady

When you can’t pick just one, go for all the shades of pink. From light pink to fuchsia, the full rainbow makes this French manicure alluring. The precisely shaped square tips take this look up another notch.

Sugar Rush

For a sweet and sophisticated manicure, opt for this sugar-inspired manicure. Covering your French tips in glitter creates a mesmerizing, magical effect.

Stone Cut

A bejeweled manicure is always a good idea. Scatter diamonds and crystals across your pink French manicure to achieve a dazzling nail look.

Check Mate

The checkerboard motif is still going strong, so put a sweet spin on it with pink hearts. The design is stunning, whether worn on a French tip or an entire nail. Throw in opalescent pink polish as a base to balance the bold manicure. This look is perfect for Valentine's Day, but we'd also wear it year-round.

On the Dot

Polka dots make everything better, including pink French nails. Take a closer look, and you’ll see each tip is divided in two to create a subtle contrast.

What A Gem

Give your bright pink French tips added elegance by decking them out with gemstones. Use the Deco Beauty Sparkle Nail Stickers ($12) to accessorize your manicure.

Earning Stripes

Just when we thought we’d seen every variable of pink French nails, this mani stopped us in our tracks. From the striped French tips to the solid matte nails, everything about this look is beyond beautiful.

Candy Crush

This hot pink, orange, and yellow nail look gives us skittle mani vibes. Colorful rings add another sweet touch to this look.

Cherry Blossom

A cherry mani always feels right. The fruity nail art pops against bright pink French tips—and those teeny green stems add a contrasting color.

Plenty of Pink

Ombré nails don’t always have to be subtle. Bold color-blocking is a great way to incorporate a gradient effect into your manicure. You can show off all the shades of pink with this cool take on pink French nails.

Squiggles and Wiggles

Adding a design to the tips is one way to make pink French nails even more fun. Here, the red abstract pattern really pops against the hot pink French tips.

Yin Yang

Yin and yang designs look just as striking in two-tone pink polish. The tiny streak of silver makes the contrast pop.

Cotton Candy

You can’t help but see cotton candy when looking at this combo of colors. The ombré effect topped with pink French nails is so pretty.

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