I wonder, when the French manicure was invented more than 50 years ago, if anyone could envision just how limitless the concept would become in the 21st century. In addition to the classic white tip atop a pinky-nude base, there are colorful tips, cat-eye tips, the reverse French, ombré—the list goes on and on. And once you add three-dimensional accents, the creativity can multiply exponentially. And, as Demi Lovato‘s new take on the French manicure proves, so can the glitziness.
Over the weekend, nail artist Natalie Minerva shared some fabulous close-up shots of her latest creation for the singer-songwriter, and she has truly out-sparkled herself. While the manicure may start with the traditional French mani base—OPI’s Bare My Soul—it takes a spectacular turn, trading in white tips for two rows of rhinestones—what Minerva is calling “diamond choker tips.”
“Demi is on tour right now, so we wanted a little glitz for the stage,” Minerva tells Allure. “Demi actually suggested, why not try diamonds on the tips? And I had just picked up these flatback square rhinestones that fit perfectly. Initially, we were going to do just one row, and then we added the double row, and both of us were really happy with it.”
Not that it matters, but I am, too. I mean, look at this glamorous manicure masterpiece!
It’s simultaneously neutral and extremely elegant; versatile and luxurious. There’s no way this manicure doesn’t end up on thousands of brides’ Pinterest nail-ideas boards, but honestly, you don’t need a major event or an arena tour to want some fanciness at your fingertips.
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