Brittni Rubin

Associate Editor

Brittni Rubin wrote

The 800-sq.-ft. salon is lined with floor-length mirrors to open up the space.

Nails: Any Kind, Any Time

by Brittni Rubin

After a successful career as a makeup artist, Vancouver salon owner Mika Morris segued into nails.  Social media, creativity, and flexibility helped this beauty industry entrepreneur rise to the top.

Gemist’s waiting area is filled with colorful flowers and embellishments, which work together to...

Rich in Culture and Color

by Brittni Rubin

Torrance, Calif.-based salon Gemist, owned by nail artist Meg Kaehler, incorporates Japanese-style services for customers, attracting an international clientele and those who favor nail art over nail maintenance.