13 French Blue Manicures for Manifesting a Euro Summer

With the latest season of Bridgerton finally gracing our screens, we can’t help but be fascinated with all things Regency style. And one pattern in particular has stolen our hearts. Spoiler alert: It pairs perfectly with Bridgerton blue—so well that it’s found throughout the family’s house several times, particularly in their drawing room.

The French toile de Jouy is a romantic pattern style with detailed and illustrative scenes, all done in a single color and (at least typically) on a white or off-white background. And while its most often done in shades of blue, French toile patterns can be found in countless color variations.

The design was first developed in France back in the 1770s and has remained popular ever since, often seen on wallpaper and home textiles. Over time, it’s become associated with high society across the pond.

While furniture and wallpaper can be quite the investment, we’ve been emulating the style in a different, less permanent way: enter the French toile manicure. And we’re not the only ones. Scroll on for 13 French blue nail ideas perfect for channeling your inner Bridgerton.