We are quietly obsessed with one particular color lately. It’s easy to wear and it works with everything. Since Zola Ganzorigt did Kylie Jenner’s pink-on-pink French nails in March, suddenly everyone remembers how awesome pink really is. It’s sweet, romantic, and playful, but also rebellious. Scroll down to see pink nail designs to spice up your next French manicure.
Pink-on-Pink French Nails
Tone-on-Tone Pink Nails
Here are Kylie Jenner’s pink-on-pink French tips. The difference between the shades is minimal, based on translucence more than hue. One beauty site describes it as a “trendy monochrome look” while another points out that this is an attractive twist on soap nails.
Inspired by Pink on Pink
Another artist shares her version of pink-on-pink French nails inspired by the above manicure. There’s a bigger tonal difference between the pale pink tips and the darker base that makes the French manicure style stand out more.
The trick for perfect pink nails is finding shades that flatter the skin tone. The good news is that all the top nail brands like OPI and Lavis have plenty of pink polish colors for everyone.
Pink Psychology
Despite its calm appearance, pink is a controversial color! Western countries link it to femininity, softness, and compassion. Certain variations of pink are so calming they are used to paint prisons and locker rooms for visiting sports teams with the goal of reducing aggressive behavior.
Pink is also a playful color that signifies innocence, romance, and sweetness. However, while baby pink has those qualities, hot pink or magenta can be very exciting! And let us not forget that pink can be rebellious, too. More on that in a moment.
In the meantime, here’s a sheer pink base with baby pink tips and magenta accents. They feel like they’re ready to go on vacation, don’t they?
LAVIS C04 - 09 - Gel Polish 0.5 oz - Wildflower Whimsy Collection
LAVIS C04 - 08 - Gel Polish 0.5 oz - Wildflower Whimsy Collection
Ombre Pink French Nails
Let’s go a little further into the tropics and enjoy a pink and yellow gradient. Can you picture yourself sipping a strawberry daiquiri on the beach while wearing this set?
LAVIS C01 - 04 - Gel Polish 0.5 oz - Jelly Jamboree Collection
The Color Pink in Fashion
Once upon a time, specifically in the 18th century, pink was in vogue for aristocrats in Europe. It didn’t matter whether you were a guy or gal, pink was the trendy choice to wear. At the time, dye makers had just perfected the process for achieving this soft shade, then the French nobles turned it into high fashion.
Madame de Pompadour was King Louis XV’s mistress. Pink was her signature color according to her portraits. She wore pink gowns and shoes and painted her cheeks with blush.
However, pink faded into the background until the 1950s when Western society decided that distinctive gender roles were essential. Suddenly, pink was essential to represent the ideal vision of femininity, and First Lady Mamie Eisenhower wore the color just as proudly as Madame de Pompadour two centuries before her. Moreover, she turned the White House into the “Pink Palace.”
Within a few decades, pink had been co-opted by punk bands like The Clash and grunge groups like Hole, not to mention how it became a symbol of feminist activism. Do you remember the pink hats in 2017?
In summary, pink is much more than most people give it credit for being. Now’s a great time to pull out your favorite pink polish and create beautiful nail art.
SNS Pro Dipping Powder - 037 HH-14- FLAMENCO DRESS - Beige Collection
Pink Chrome Nails
Chrome dresses up everything and it makes pink even more irresistible! When it doubt, glaze it with chrome! The rainbow effect turns every shade hypnotic.
If you’ve been avoiding chrome powder because it just makes a mess, you haven’t tried Lavis Matte Chrome Base yet. It’s the best product we’ve found for making chrome nail art turn out exactly as we planned it.
LAVIS Chrome Powder AURORA 03 - 1gr
Two Tone Pink Tips
Brighten your fingertips with the ultimate pale pink base. Then cap them with a crown of color. These tips have two pink tones separated by a thin line of glitter. The side swipes suit the shape of the almond tips perfectly. It’s an uncommon look that will definitely have others taking a second glance.
Summer Pink on Pink Nails
It feels like Santa Monica Barbie. This fun set with starfish accents has pink on pink waves washing onto the sand.
Where do people find the right pink polish for their French nails? For starters, there are dozens of pink shades in the LDS Color Craze Collection. They range from Shell Pink to Pulsing Pink with every variation you can imagine in between. They include cool and warm-toned options to flatter everyone’s fingertips. What’s more, DND has the real deal Barbie Pink and OPI offers the ever-popular Stop It, I’m Blushing!
Pink Cat Eye Tips
Pink cat eye polish is incredible. As you know, magnetic polish isn’t just a single shade. The color of the glitter makes it much more versatile. Therefore, a single bottle of cat eye polish might be all you need to create pink on pink French nails. What makes this set even more fun is the way it resembles folded fabric on the tips. The artist used both chrome and cat eye effects to maximum advantage.
LDS DR04 - Gel Polish 0.5 oz - Dozen Rose Collection
Watermelon Pink Boomer Nails
Watermelon or guava, take your pick. The glassy finish and powerful pink color on these tips make it seem like the wearer dipped her fingers into fruity syrup. Then, the rose gold glitter is like metallic powdered sugar on the ends.
We’ve come a long way from the OG pink-on-pink French nails, haven’t we? Where will you take them next?
Conclusion
How will you celebrate pink on pink nails? That’s what it feels like – a party! This color just feels destined to make people smile and feel good. Come pick out your favorite pink shades and stock up on nail supplies in our store. Our discounts are designed to make you happy and help you reach all your nail goals.
Sources:
https://www.verywellmind.com/the-color-psychology-of-pink-2795819
https://theconversation.com/how-pink-became-fashions-colour-of-controversy-a-brief-history-196535