This Elegant Manicure Combines Two of the Classiest Nail Trends of All Time

Oval nails are so classy. This rounded nail shape is timeless, and suits both long and short nails. In my opinion, the rounded edges give a super neat, polished finish and makes any manicure look elegant. However, pair this nail shape with one particular nail art trend, and you've got yourself a match made in heaven. What nail art trend am I talking about, I hear you ask? None other than the classic French tip.

Yep, one look on Instagram and you'll find lots of top nail artists opting for this chic nail pairing, and who can blame them? Not only is it all over social media, but according to Google Trends, searches for this manicure trend are on the rise too. As a beauty editor who favours more minimal, everyday nail looks, I will definitely be trying this manicure out in 2025.

Although I've not tried an oval nail shape for quite some time (I usually switch between square and almond nails), after looking at pictures on Instagram, it's clear that this design is super flattering. Plus, the white French tip makes this nail shape look even more polished. That being said, if white nail designs aren't your thing, there are lots of other, super chic ways to wear this trend. From micro French tips to colourful French tips, I've rounded up all of my favourite oval French tip nail designs below, so keep on scrolling for all the inspo...

Oval French Tip Nail Inspiration

@raelondonnails oval French tip nails

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This classic nail design will be in style for years to come.

@themaniclub oval French tip nails

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As you can see, it looks great on all different nail lengths.

@harrietwestmoreland oval micro French tip nails

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For something super cool, why not try a micro French tip on an oval nail shape?

@raelondonnails blue oval French tip nails

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A pop of colour also works beautifully.

@raelondonnails natural oval French tip nails

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If you want something more subtle, you can't go wrong with this natural French nail design.

@harrietwestmoreland oval French tip nails

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So elegant.

@harrietwestmoreland oval French tip nails

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This nail trend will see you through all the seasons.

@harrietwestmoreland oval green French tip nails

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A pop of pastel green for spring? Yes please.

@raelondonnails oval French tip nails

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How classy does this manicure look?

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Grace Lindsay
Junior Beauty Editor

Grace Lindsay is the junior beauty editor at Who What Wear UK. At the age of 18 she decided to train as a makeup artist before going on to study english and media at Goldsmiths University. It was during that time that she explored her love for journalism by interning at a small beauty start-up based in Shoreditch. Since then, she has worked at a number of publications including Marie Claire and Hello!, where her love for all things beauty continued to grow.

As Who What Wear UK's junior beauty editor, she covers everything from the latest hair trends to the stand-out makeup products of the season.