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<p>Three fire-resistant drapery fabric panels are used as space dividers in Zenka Nail Beauty Lounge in Manhattan Beach, Calif. The drapes are pulled back when groups of friends want to socialize.</p>

A Little Privacy, Please: Creating Privacy Without Actual Walls

Space is at a premium at most nail salons, but that doesn’t mean you can’t use clever design tricks to make the best of it. Salon owners share how they created privacy in their salons without actual walls — using drapes, dividers, or whatever else was at their disposal.    

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Bringing the Outdoors In

Designed for Comfort: Salon Waiting Areas

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Tags: PEDICURE AREAS, PEDICURE FURNISHINGS, REMODELING, SALON DÉCOR/DESIGN, SALON FURNISHINGS

<p>A modern spin on the classic 1950s &ldquo;how to be a better housewife&rdquo; tips, we&rsquo;ve got you covered in common stain removal. And to put the final twist on it, we present you with a myriad of coffee, red wine, and lipstick stains all made out of this fall&rsquo;s new polish collections. From browns&nbsp; to deep wine-colored&nbsp; reds&nbsp; and bold&nbsp; pinks&nbsp; and oranges, come on inside to find out which of these colors you&rsquo;d like to spill all over your clients&rsquo; fingers and toes! (No stain removal necessary.)</p>

How to Remove a Stain (Polish Preview: Fall 2009)

A modern spin on the classic 1950s “how to be a better housewife” tips, we’ve got you covered in common stain removal. And to put the final twist on it, we present you with a myriad of coffee, red wine, and lipstick stains all made out of this fall’s new polish collections. From browns  to deep wine-colored  reds  and bold  pinks  and oranges, come on inside to find out which of these colors you’d like to spill all over your clients’ fingers and toes! (No stain removal necessary.)

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Tags: BARIELLE, CHI, CHINA GLAZE, CND, COLOR CLUB, DASHING DIVA, DURI, ENTITY, ESSIE, JESSICA, KINETICS, LAMOON, NAILITE, NOUVEAU NAIL, NUBAR, OPI, ORLY, POLISH

<p>Premiere Orlando: Alice Wallace of TRU Salon + Day Spa in Branchburg, N.J., wore edge nails created using Akzentz, Young Nails Glitter, and Shelly products.<br/><xml><w:worddocument><w:punctuationkerning><w:validateagainstschemas><w:alwaysshowplaceholdertext></w:alwaysshowplaceholdertext></w:alwaysshowplaceholdertext></w:validateagainstschemas> <w:compatibility><w:breakwrappedtables><w:snaptogridincell><w:wraptextwithpunct><w:useasianbreakrules><w:dontgrowautofit></w:dontgrowautofit></w:dontgrowautofit></w:useasianbreakrules><w:brow></w:brow></w:brow></w:wraptextwithpunct></w:snaptogridincell></w:breakwrappedtables></w:compatibility></w:punctuationkerning></w:worddocument></xml></p>

What nails did you wear at the show?

NAILS takes you inside Premiere Orlando and IBS Las Vegas to view the hottest nail styles at these prominent beauty trade shows. This gallery includes nails published in the September 2009 issue of NAILS Magazine, plus bonus nails exclusive to the Nail Art Channel.

To view other nail styles worn by nail technicians, check this nail art gallery too: “I Do” Nails: What nail look were you sporting at your wedding?

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Tags: NAIL ART

<p>Bride: Sarah “Pink” Brown, Azana, Brookfield, Wis.</p> <p>Wedding: December 3, 2005</p> <p>“Amy Becker did my nails; it was her wedding present to me. The nails were sculptured gel. Forms were applied, then thick ribbons of frosted pink gel were laid diagonally over the nail extending onto the form, allowing for space to place a rhinestone in between the middle ribbons. The pink gel and rhinestones were then sealed over with a builder gel, shaped, and, for a final touch, a matching rhinestone was adhered behind every nail in the same position as seen in the front.”</p>

“I Do” Nails: What nail look were you sporting at your wedding?

Whether fashion-forward, classic, or trendy, nail techs share the nail styles they were wearing at their own nuptials.

View other bridal nail art designs in these galleries:

Here Comes the Bridal Nail Art  

Rhinestones Are a Girl’s Best Friend

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Tags: BRIDAL STYLES, EMBELLISHMENTS, FRENCH MANICURES, NAIL ART, SEASONAL STYLES, SPECIAL OCCASION NAILS

<p>&quot;Priceless Rumors&quot; by Darlene Sammons, Bei Capelli Salon and Spa, Chattanooga, Tenn. using <a href="http://www.nailsmag.com/fifi/80252">China Glaze</a> 24K and <a href="http://www.nailsmag.com/fifi/80259">Haken</a> Gossip.</p>

Crafty Custom Colors

Even with the multitude of polish colors out there, some techs and clients aren’t satisfied with the standard, stock options. These four techs have made sure their clients get a unique service and color by creating their own custom looks: Maureen Solan, Moesnailz, St. John, Ind.; Diana Bonn, Identity, Muncie, Ind.; Darlene Sammons, Bei Capelli Salon and Spa, Chattanooga, Tenn., and Deb Blowars, Artistic Trends Salon, Sellersville, Pa.

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<p>These 10 colors were identified by The Pantone Institute as making up the diverse color palette for fall 2009.</p>

Fall 2009 Color Trends from the Pantone Institute

Subtle contrasts make up the diverse color palette for fall 2009, according to color authority Pantone Inc. “The fall 2009 palette is more unique and thoughtful than the typical autumnal hues of years past,” said Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute. “Designers recognize the desire for fundamental basics that speak to current economic conditions, but also understand the need to incorporate vibrant color to grab the consumers’ eyes and entice them to buy.”

Colors and images in the slideshow are from Pantone Fashion Color Report Fall 2009 (excerpts reprinted with permission). To view the full report, visit www.pantone.com/fall2009.

Disclaimer: Pantone Colors displayed here may not match Pantone-identified solid color standards. Consult current Pantone fashion and home color system publications for accurate color. Pantone and other Pantone, Inc. trademarks are the property of Pantone, Inc.

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Fall 2009 Trends From the Fashion Week Runways

The Style Channel by NAILS Magazine [Trends]

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Tags: FASHION, SEASONAL STYLES, TRENDS

<p><strong>Split Decision </strong></p> <p>Martin used pink and white polish to hand-paint this abstract design. </p>

Love is in the Air - Expressive Valentine Designs

Ah, Valentine’s Day. Your clients have love on their minds, and you want to create the perfect Valentine-themed designs to go along with their romantic moods. Four talented techs show us their Valentine’s Day nail art using only the colors red, pink, white, and silver. 

Featured nail artists include Erica Plyter, Wet Paint, Fort Stewart, Ga.; Donna Davis, Sun Palace, Medford, Ore.; Trena Martin, OPI guest artist; Adela Muñoz, Artistic Bride-All, Fontana, Calif.

Photography by Kelly Bracken

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<p>The glamour and hope of post WWII returned to fashion in the form of bold beauty elements including matte red lips, pin curled hair, lined eyes and half moon manicures. Ruffian (shown), inspired by a vintage <em>Vogue </em>cover, updated the moon manicure from <em>Vogue</em>’s coral to a deep blood red. At Thakoon, CND’s Wanda Ruiz took the look a step further with a French moon mani in beige and black. At FORM, the urban black uniforms were contrasted with ’40s hair and makeup and black and white moon manicures. At ThreeAsFour, CND’s Roxanne Valinoti abstracted the manicure with black triangular moons on nude nails.</p>

Fall 2009 Trends From the Fashion Week Runways

From Feb. 13-20, New York Fashion Week showcased upcoming Fall trends. Here’s a closer look at some of the runway nails. This gallery is an expanded version of the article in the May 2009 issue of NAILS Magazine.

For more of the latest trends, visit:

The Style Channel by NAILS Magazine [Trends]

Spring 2009 Polish Preview gallery

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Tags: BEHIND THE SCENES, CELEBRITIES, CND, DASHING DIVA, ESSIE COSMETICS, FASHION, NAILS AND FASHION, OPI PRODUCTS, SEASONAL STYLES, TRENDS, ZOYA

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