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Few designs have evolved quite like the French manicure. From the airbrushed tips of the early aughts to the barely-there micro-versions beloved by today’s It Girls, the options are endless. At this point, one could argue we’ve remixed the French manicure to exhaustion. But revitalizing the look doesn’t always have to be complicated. When you’re ready to try something new, a fresh color change can be just the thing.
That’s where dark purple comes into play. Unlike the traditional crisp colors, shades of violet have a regal feel that instantly upgrades a classic French design. If you haven’t played around with purple, now is the time to do so. To help you get started, we rounded up 15 of our favorite dark purple French mani ideas. Scroll through to find your next set.