How to make the French diagonal or transverse

The diagonal French is a valid alternative to the classic French manicure: very elegant if done in white, very particular if colored and used as a real nail art .

We explain what are the characteristics that make this manicure unique and how to make it best!

WHAT THE FRENCH DIAGONAL IS AND HOW IT IS BORN

The diagonal French manicure , also called transverse French / lateral French / oblique French , was born as a variant of the classic one that follows the natural smile line given by the free edge of the nail.

Its origins are not clear, but it is a real nail art  born recently, which has immediately caught on becoming one of the most exploited decorations for its simplicity.

The art diagonal nail is to create an oblique line which starts from one end of the free edge , until it reaches the opposite side, passing from the center of the nail bed .

Diagonal French - pic: @mstonenails

Simple to make but very effective, it has a classic look, in white on a camouflage or neutral base . The colored variant is also highly sought after , which determines an original , sparkling but also sophisticated manicure .

It can also be integrated with additional colors and decorations to make it even more complete and fashionable!

Glow in the dark diagonal French - pic: @add_nail_

Fuchsia diagonal French with glitter - pic: @nails_byw

WHAT YOU NEED TO MAKE IT

To make the diagonal or transversal French you simply need colored glazes and a minimum of dexterity and precision.

Specifically, the following are used:

Transparent base: which improves the duration of the enamel and prevents the formation of color spots;

Two colored glazes with good coverage;

Top coat: which protects the manicure and increases its duration.

The possible use of:

Scotch paper: to draw a more precise transverse line;

Nail art brush ;

Nail stripes or glitter enamels to further decorate our French manicure .

White diagonal French manicure - pic: @lauravbueso

 

HOW TO MAKE THE DIAGONAL FRENCH OR OBLIQUE FRENCH OR TRANSVERSAL FRENCH

 

To create a perfect transverse French manicure , you need to perform a few simple steps. This manicure, simple but very used, does not require special technical skills , but only precision and normal manual skills .

We then proceed as follows:

the transparent base is applied as usual and left to dry;

the basic colored enamel of your choice is applied, waiting for it to dry;

at this point, with the second colored glaze, a diagonal line is drawn;

starting from one corner of the free edge , one arrives at the center of the lateral, forming a real triangle ;

once the decoration is dry, proceed with the application of the top coat .

French transversal Tiffany color - pic: @ayunailart

Transverse French with glitter - pic: @triciasnails

HELPFUL HINTS AND TIPS

There are small tricks that can help and facilitate us in the realization of the diagonal French .

First of all is certainly the use of paper tape that allows you to draw a precise and clean line, without compromising the performance of the enamel. Once the base enamel is applied and once dry, the triangle we want to define is delimited with a small strip of scotch-paper . It is then used as a guide for applying the second color .

The scotch-paper is particularly useful because unlike the classic plastic one, it does not stick in a persistent way. Furthermore, it does not leave adhesive residues on the enamel without compromising the final result. Convenient and functional, it is easily found in stationery and DIY stores .

Using a nail art brush , being thinner, allows us to perform freehand work flawlessly.

Diagonal Nail Art - pic: @igotnailedbyamanda

 

 

Diagonal French - pic: @nails_byw

 

ORIGINAL ALTERNATIVES

This original French, lends itself to numerous chromatic variations to effect decorations. It is possible to use our favorite colors, whether they are bright or pastel, glitter enamels or matte enamels and even, with glitter, define the line that divides the French, for an elegant manicure .

In this case, made the French and before applying the top coat , we will proceed as follows:

with the help of a thin brush, we will create a thin line on the division of the triangle previously drawn from the total surface of the nail bed ;

to do this we will use the transparent top coat;

before it dries, we will dip the nail in the glitter, which will remain attached to the line created just before;

The result is a definitely sober, elegant and highly sought-after nail-art.

Alternatively we can use the nail-stripes , thin adhesive tapes of the size of one millimeter. They can be positioned to delimit the various lines or create new ones, and then fix them with an application of top coat .

In short, green light to our creativity to which in this case we must not set any limits!

White, black and silver diagonal French - pic: @triciasnails

WHO IS THE TRANSVERSAL FRENCH MOST SUITABLE FOR

This type of French  is versatile as well as very elegant. It allows it to be adapted to any type of hand making it particularly tapered and harmonious.

It is indicated on the square shape and also feasible on almond and oval even if visually it makes it less! Not recommended and unsuitable for all other new forms .

The diagonal French  still remains a classic that is always used and in fashion, perfect if you love a manicured manicure, without sacrificing uniqueness.

Do you like this type of french? What do you think?

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