The Corner French Manicure Is The Latest Unexpected Twist On The Classic Nail Trend

French-tip nails make timeless manicures due to their simplicity and elegance. Over the years, we have seen an array of outside-the-box French manicures to remix the classic look, including micro tips, rainbow tips, and the double French. The latest upgrade for this sophisticated design is the corner French, and it has the makings of the hottest summer French-tip nail design for 2024.

Corner French nails are an abstract version of the beloved manicure, as it takes the signature white tips and shifts them slightly off-kilter for a dramatic angled effect. From there, the next step involves getting creative with your corner tips by swapping the go-to pearly white polish for any design and color of your choosing. There's no wrong move when it comes to these topsy-turvy nails, so don't be afraid to think big. For instance, stack multiple trends by combining corner nails with the double French, or consider an inverted-corner look if you're feeling especially quirky. The world is your oyster; any and all forms of inspiration are bound to take this modern French mani to the next level.

Chrome manicures experienced a major comeback in 2023 and the metallic obsession has extended well into 2024. The direction of nail trends doesn't indicate a loss of interest in this high-shine manicure — take Hailey Bieber's pink chrome nails, for instance — which makes it a stylish look to pair with colorful corner tips. To recreate this pearly mani, apply a dusting of chrome powder to the tips of rainbow chrome nails.

Daisy nails never go out of style, and those who say otherwise are simply lacking in whimsy, so why not add a few floral decorations to your corner French manicure? For instance, lining the borders of your French tips with teeny-tiny daisies and opting for monochrome swatch colors will help your corner French tips stand out. Additionally, standard or inverted corner tips work for this look, as the final design will look adorable either way thanks to the miniature daisies.

Pink Barbiecore nails make fun and flirty manicures, so adding pink corner tips is sure to be a hit. Barbie-pink French manicures are eye-catching enough on their own, but neon-pink corner tips with a pink base polish underneath is an irresistible combo (bonus points if you add sparkles!).

We're riding high on this corner French look, so this double-corner French manicure is exactly the kind of creative we're going for here. For this design, you apply your polish on the outer corner of your tips and combine it with another swipe at the base of your nails for a mirror copy effect. Double-corner tips frame your nails and draw attention to the center, so make sure you apply either a shiny nude base coat or a colorful polish for a funky color-block design.

Wavy corner nails are the grooviest manicure option for spring and summer. The '70s retro-inspired swirls help soften the sharp ends of a typical corner French mani, making it a perfect option for those who prefer a daintier manicure. These fun squiggles also look insanely cute in sorbet pastel colors, such as lilac and peach.

Speaking of fruity colors, peach fuzz is Pantone's official 2024 color of the year, so peach-fuzz nails are very much en vogue. Although this delicate shade of peach appeals to minimalists and maximalists alike, it's truly a minimalist lover's dream when paired with a chic corner manicure. Simple corner tips in this understated hue are undeniably flattering, but it's this double corner hybrid design that will have all your friends flocking to the salon to recreate the look.