What Is…Tweed?
Enjoy these tweed-inspired nails.
by Sree Roy
Sree Roy
Contributing Editor
You’re So Vain
The newly opened Vanity Beauty Lounge in San Francisco is part sexy boudoir, part Manhattan lounge, and all nails-focused glamour. The design of the manicure-pedicure area of the 1,400-sq.-ft. salon makes it the ideal place for bachelorette parties and a dramatic escape from the pressures of the Financial District where the salon is located.
by Sree Roy
Sling Back Pedicure
Step-by-step by Extremedys, West Hollywood, Calif.
by Sree Roy
Old Rule/New Rule: 12 New Ways of Looking at Our Industry
Take a fun walk down memory lane as NAILS chronicles some of the biggest changes in the nail industry's unwritten rules from the past two decades.
by Sree Roy
It's Your Birthday Nail Art (January)
Michele Baker of Van Goe’s Salon and Day Spa in Cumming, Ga., is developing a year’s worth of nail art based on each month’s birth flower and birthstone to share with NAILS readers.
by Sree Roy
The Color of 2009: Mimosa
Chosen by Pantone, this engaging yellow hue embodies hopefulness in a climate of change
by Sree Roy
What Are…Ruffles?
Enjoy these ruffle-inspired nails
by Sree Roy
Zen-ith of Design
The salon experience is always supposed to be relaxing for clients, but Skin Deep — The Body Spa took this idea a step further by creating a “Zen Garden” room inside of the Huntington Beach, Calif.-based salon.
by Sree Roy
Your Salon Can Make a Difference This Holiday Season
’Tis the season for giving. Use your salon’s clout and expertise to give back to the community with these easy ideas.
by Sree Roy
25 Ways Your Salon Can Make a Difference This Holiday Season
’Tis the season for giving. Use your salon’s clout and expertise to give back to the community with these easy ideas.
by Sree Roy
90210: A Colorful Zip Code
OPI announces 90210 by OPI...the Ultimate Zip Code for Color, three hot new shades inspired by the new 90210 on The CW.
by Sree Roy
On the Road: R & E Cosmetology School, Baytown, Tex.
One of thebiggest rewards for running a cosmetology school is hearing from past students about their successes in the working world.
by Sree Roy
Uniforms Get Their Due
Stop in Chi Couture Uniforms in Vancouver or order online for stylish work apparel.
by Sree Roy
On the Road: Krème de la Krème, Belmont Heights, Calif.
Managing Editor Sree Roy says, " As a new resident of Long Beach’s Belmont Shore neighborhood, I’m frequently asked for my nail salon recommendation. I'm happy to say I finally have an answer."
by Sree Roy
What Is...Tribal Safari?
A hot trend in nail art fashion, this includes animal prints, tribal prints and other safari looks.
by Sree Roy
Music to Your Ears
Having trouble choosing the right music to set the tone for your salon? Real-life salon owners share the sounds that work for them in a variety of environments.
by Sree Roy
On the Road: Da-Lonnie's & Kaya Beauty, Las Vegas
Two services each in two different salons for these two NAILS editors.
by Sree Roy