Thirty years ago, who would’ve predicted nail art would be so popular among nail techs, consumers, and celebrities alike? We’re thrilled with this development, and with the nail techs who created these festive designs. Each tech offers her own take on NAILS Magazine’s 30th anniversary — from incorporating the traditional gift of pearls to creating her own spin on a favorite NAILS cover to showcasing what the magazine has meant to her over the years. Enjoy this artistic look forward and back.

Get the stories behind each of these designs in our descriptive article.