This lovely French manicure color is great for none other than the classic French manicure. However, I've discovered that it could/can be worn alone. When worn alone, 2 to 3 coats are necessary; depending on how you like it. This polish also is very lightly and sweetly scented. It goes on real smooth, dries with a very nice shine to it too. Drying time is standard; the average time most polishes take to dry. You could speed up the drying time by using those nail polish drying liquids; Yves Rocher has one and it works like magic! This one has become a favourite of mine; I usually wear it alone though. Nails are left sleek, shiny, and professional looking. Two thumbs up in my book.