If you love the look of classic French tips manicures, we’ve got a little update for you that we’re sure you’ll fall in love with it.
Dark red French tip nails have been making rounds on Instagram and we have selected the best designs to give you lots of inspiration for your next manicure project.
This new and modern take on the classic French manicure will allow you to experiment with deeper shades of red, which is the perfect manicure variation for Valentine’s Day, or just to create a new look for the office.
Dark red french tips can be done in a number of ways, some of the most popular designs we found online include:
- Minimalist red French tip nails, on very short nails that just feature a very thin outline on all nails
- Mismatched red French tip nails, with a variety of different designs on each nail which make the whole manicure look more interesting and on-trend
- Coffin dark French tips, with different levels of coverage for the tip of the nails, and including some new takes on the classic stripes, like creating an arrow shape outline or other more creative designs that will make your nails stand out
- Bold red French tips, with a thicker than usual red design that’s covering a longer part of the nail, not just the tips
- Glitter red French tip nails, suitable especially for the festive season or for a special event
- Round red French tip nails, suitable for any occasion!
There are so many different styles to choose from that you’re really spoiled for choice!
Below we have included a simple step-by-step tutorial on how to create this manicure at home, followed by a roundup of the best styles! Enjoy!
How to Do Dark Red French Tip Nails
To transform your nails with this manicure you need a few simple steps to follow.
- You need to start with freshly cleaned up and tidy nails, without any dust residue. Brush them off properly to make sure you have a clean and smooth surface to work with.
- Select your base color – to achieve the classic look, natural beige color tones work the best, but you can experiment also with milky white nail polish or natural shades of light pink.
- Once you’re done with your base color and let it dry properly, it’s time to create the design.
- To create the French tips, you would normally use stickers that would outline the area you need to cover in red. You need to be careful to place those on roughly the same spot on each nail, so the size of your dark red tips is the same on all your nails.
- Once you’ve got that measured up and the nail stickers in place, you can grab your red nail polish and get creating. The longer the nails are, the longer you can usually go with the French tips too.
Video Tutorial: Dark Red French Tip Nails
33+ Dark Red French Tip Nails Ideas
Here is our selection of the best dark red (wine) nail designs from Instagram. If you get inspired by the work of the nail artist featured, you can check out more of their creations by clicking their Instagram bio on the image.
Finally, if you need even more inspiration, we have hundreds of different nail design ideas saved up in our Pinterest account – follow us here.
1. Dark Red Nail Designs with Hearts

2. Hearts All Around Dark Red Tip Nails

3. Girl with the Red Dragon Dark Red French Nails

4. Deep Red French Tip Nails

5. Dark French Manicure

6. Winter Dark Red Nails Design

7. Matte and Glossy Red French Stiletto Nails

8. Dark Red Nails with Design

9. Super Short Dark Red Nails French Tip

10. Festive Inspired Dark Red Tips Nails

11. Elegant Classic Maroon French Tips

12. Acrylic Dark French Tip Nails

13. Mismatched Dark Red French Manicure

14. Parrot Dark Red Nail Art Designs

15. Super Short Dark Red French Tip Nails Square Shape

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16. Dark Red Nail Ideas With Silver Star

17. Dark Red Nails Ideas With a Heart Detail

18. Elegant Long Acrylic Deep Red French Tips

19. Mismatched Nail Art Dark Red Style

20. Bold Coffin Nail Designs Red Tips

21. Dark Red French Tip Nails Coffin Style

22. Round French Nail Ideas Dark Red Color

23. Statement Tattoo Inspired Dark Red Nail Art

24. Arrow Shape Red French Tip Designs

25. Classic Red French Tip Nail Designs

26. Acrylic Dark Red French Tips

27. Festive Red French Tip Nails Round Style

28. Glitter Red Coffin Nails

29. Side Tips with Gemstone Nail

30. Long Dark Red Metalic French Tips

31. Fall Inspired French Tips

32. Spider Web Dark Red French Tips

33. Red Tip Nail Designs with Pink Base Color

34. Full Coverage Long Red Coffin Nails

35. Red Tips Nails Short Style

Dark Red French Tip Nails: A Sophisticated Trend
Dark red French tip nails are having a moment, and it’s easy to see why. This modern twist on the classic French manicure oozes sophistication and bold elegance, making it the perfect choice for anyone looking to elevate their nail game.
Whether you’re heading to a romantic dinner, a festive party, or just want to add a touch of glam to your everyday look, dark red French tips are the answer.
What’s even better? This style works beautifully across all nail lengths, shapes, and designs, meaning there’s a version out there for everyone.

Why Dark Red French Tips Are So Popular
Dark red French tips offer a perfect balance between timeless elegance and trendy modernity. They’re striking without being overly dramatic and versatile enough to suit any occasion.
Plus, the deep red shade adds a sense of luxury and warmth, making it particularly appealing for fall and winter or romantic occasions like Valentine’s Day.
The trend has also gained momentum because it allows for so much creativity. From sleek and minimalist designs to bold, artistic takes, there’s something to suit every aesthetic.
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