French manicures are a great option for a neutral nail look that goes with everything. For something a little more fun, but still sleek, try a glitter French manicure. Here, 15 gorgeous variations.

The original French manicure, with its sheer pink base and white tip, was inspired by the look of a natural nail. Legend has it that Jeff Pink, a manicurist and CEO of Orly International, invented the French manicure while working in Hollywood. The neutral design went with everything, so actresses could keep it on for a whole day of shooting, rather than having their nails redone for each scene. It was popularized when he used it during Paris Fashion Week, hence the name. But since it’s debut, the French manicure has been reimagined time and again, with tips of all different colors and textures.

One of the most festive among the myriad iterations is the glitter French manicure. Using a glitter polish for the French tip adds a vibrant touch. But because the base color usually remains neutral, the whole look is still sleek. It makes for the perfect frosted winter manicure. Ahead, find 15 glitter French manicure variations for inspiration.

Silver Spots

For party-ready nails, add 3D gems to match a silver glitter French tip. These would be great for New Years Eve or a birthday.

Pretty in Pink

A glittering pink French tip is fun and festive. It would make the perfect birthday manicure.

Short

For a more subtle take on the above, try a thinner French tip in a more subdued hue.

Red Sparkle

A glittering red French tip is complemented by gold star decals.

Ombré Glitter

An ombré French manicures feel fresh and modern, as adding glitter only elevates the look.

Pink and Purple

A more oversized glitter offers a confetti-like effect. Rather than striving for a clean line, let the tip taper off for an ombré effect.

Shiny Square

There's something so satisfying about a square nail French manicure. This look makes the French tip extra defined by using a glitter polish and offsetting it with a regular polish border.

Green

For a geometric, almost art deco take on the French tip, try a double-line border on the tip of the nail. Alternating nail colors makes this manicure even more fun.

Gold Sun

Glittering gold French tips lend themselves to a celestial look, especially when paired with sun and star decals.

Rainbow Square

Alternating colors keep things fun, while decals that match each French tip the look cohesive.

Plaid

A plaid pattern on top of a brown glitter polish adds a preppy twist to a glitter French manicure. For an accent nail, skip the tip and make the whole nail glittery brown plaid.

Pink and White

For a more classic look, swap the usual pink shade used for the base of a French manicure for a polish with some glitter in it. It's simple yet elevated.

Tied with a Bow

Bows never seem to go out of style, and are extra fitting on this festive manicure. Try a gift wrap-style bow during the holidays, and leave it without the extra
"ribbon" during the rest of the year.

Half and Half

A French tip that's half glitter and half regular polish adds an edgy touch.

Glitter Waves

For an abstract take on a classic French, try switching up the shape of the white French tip and adding silver glitter accents.