My Other Life: Kari Evich, photographer and graphic artist
“When I’m not doing nails you can find me taking photos,” says Kari Evich, owner of Nails by Kari, located inside Merle Norman, in Covington, Va. With a partner, she also owns a graphic design and photography business called Tayvich Photography.
by Judy Lessin
One Concept, One Brand, 45 Lounges
With a creative twist to its menu that draws interest but maintains simplicity, 20 Lounge offers memberships that deliver a range of perks to clients. In a $3 million campaign to grow the franchise, this nail bar presents an educational and laid-back experience from open to close.
In Memory: Tom Holcomb (1966-2011)
Industry icon Tom Holcomb passed away on Friday, October 28, 2011. We've gathered photos from over the years to help remember this amazing man.
Tom Holcomb Passes Away
Industry legend, competitor, innovator Tom Holcomb passes away.
Visit Poshé.com
With its clean design, the new Poshé website (www.poshe.com) reflects classic Poshé branding.
Tammy Taylor’s Got New Digs
After 25 years in one location, Tammy Taylor Nails has moved and expanded, doubling its space.
Forever French Makes It to the Small Screen
Forever French appears in ABC Family movie "Teen Spirit."
Heads or Nails
The concept at Hot Heads and Cool Claws is simple: beautiful nails for the ladies and expert haircuts for their husbands and kids.
Juste B Is Fume Free
Juste B An Organic Nail Bar is Baltimore’s first organic, 100% fume-free nail salon.
by Judy Lessin
In Memory: Jim George
Jim George of W.I.N.B.A., Nail Emporium, and INM passed away. Industry veteran Vicki Peters shares a memory of him.
Kayline Co-Founder Kenneth Reiner Dies at 95
Kenneth Reiner who, with his wife Dottie, co-founded salon furnishings and accessories manufacturer Kayline Enterprises, died on September 21.
On the Road: CA->GA for My Wedding Nails
When there’s a wedding on the NAILS staff, you can bet that the bridal nails get a huge amount of attention. My nails were custom designed by Minx in Southern California and applied by Tashina “Poochie” Green of Poochiez Pawz Nail Studio in Atlanta.
by Sree Roy
Her Nails in Lights
Many techs dream of a career in which their nail designs are published on magazine covers and adorn the fingers and toes of the hottest celebrities. One nail tech shares her story of uprooting her quiet Midwestern life for a chance to make it as a celebrity manicurist in New York City.
Victory at Last: Becker Tops the Top 25 Competitors Ranking
Talk about bragging rights. Amy Becker has earned a spot on NAILS’ Top 25 Competitors list more times than anyone else in its history. And finally, for our 2010-2011 competition year, she’s snagged the top spot.
by Judy Lessin
On The Road: Posh Nails BK
Open for less than a year, this urban chic salon has a cool vibe that meshes well in its up-and-coming Brooklyn neighborhood.
My Other Life: Angelica Chavez, MMA fighter
Angelica Chavez, a nail tech at Hot Heads and Cool Claws in Albuquerque, N.M., is also a professional mixed martial arts (MMA) fighter.
by Judy Lessin
Glossing Over the Block
With style and dedication to “no-chip” services, Gloss Nail Spa was the first business to open in a newly developed Milwaukee neighborhood, and it has no plans to leave.