Princess Diana's French Manicure: A Timeless Trend

Princess Diana was known for her immaculate French manicure, a style created in 1976 by Jeff Pink, founder of Orly. The look, featuring a white tip and sheer pink base, became iconic in the 1990s, popularized by Diana and others like Claudia Schiffer and Madonna. Her nails were typically short to mid-length and squoval in shape. The French manicure has since evolved, with modern variations including colorful tips, blurred effects, and chrome finishes. Nail artists Julia Diogo, Kim Truong, and Tom Bachik praise its versatility and timelessness. Diogo recommends specific base shades for different skin tones: Chanel's La Base Camélia for pale and olive, Dior's 108 Muguet for deeper or Asian skin tones, and Bio Sculpture's Spun Out Of Dreams for darker skin. Bachik suggests using French-tip stickers and gel polish for easier application. The style fell out of fashion after the 1990s but made a comeback in recent years.