Trend Watch: Punk
Definition: Overlapping with other recent trends like biker chic and military couture, elements from rebellious punk culture — like paper clip embellishments and leather — are, ironically, fashionable.
Catherine Wong's Kentucky Derby-Themed Fantasy Nail Art
Akzéntz educator Jessica Hoel had some fun interviewing veteran nail art competitor Catherine Wong on how she came up with the details in her award-winning fantasy nail art at the 2011 Premiere Orlando beauty show. Story here: http://www.nailsmag.com/blogpost/103860/run-for-the-roses-catherine-wongs-fantasy-nail-art
Polish-free Cuticles
Allure’s Beauty Reporter looks at some painter’s tape for nails.
Easy Nail Art Tutorials for Newbies
Nail art is a great add-on service that brings in extra income, plus it makes your services more memorable in clients’ minds. You don’t necessarily need natural artistic talent to create eye-catching designs. Here are some easy step-by-steps to get you started.
Nails a la Mode
Runway-inspired manicures, crackle-effect polishes, and celebrity stiletto nails reign supreme in this month’s InStyle.
Acrylic Coral Reef Nail Art
Nail technician Oksanna Cobb had a chance to go to Guam recently, where she was inspired to create these brightly colored nails.
3-D Gel Marbleizing Technique
Try this eye-catching gel design from Surrey, Canada-based Olga Palylyk of Ornate Nailz by Olga. Palylyk specializes in gel nail art designs.
ABS 2011: Shellac & Fashion Fusion Captivates Crowds
On Monday, March 14, CND unveiled the first Shellac & Fashion Fusion Show, a runway show that featured the hottest nail styles and fashions straight from New York Fashion Week.
2011 Stars Photo Contest Winner Announced
Congratulations to Michelle Sproat of Inspirations Salon in Kingsville, Ontario, Canada, for winning the 2011 Stars Photo Contest in the nails category.
ISSE 2011: Nail Art Competition Winners
Congratulations to the winners of the Handpainted Nail Art category (whose theme was "Paris by Night"), and the 3-D Nail Art winners (whose theme was "Vampires").
Criss-Cross French
Kimberly Harr shows how to create this criss-cross French with rhinestones.
Poinsettia Power
Not just for the holidays, Gina Morgan shows how to create a wearable poinsetta nail art design.
Green Zebra Crossing
Liz Van creates colorful zebra nail art in five steps.
Star-Spangled Nails
These nails by Jade Sewell are perfect for Memorial Day, July 4th, or any other day a client wants to show her patriotism.
Spring Scene
Anna Vasquez uses gels and clay canes to create this seasonal nail art design.
Flower Child
Amy Walp shows how to create this hippie chic French.
ISSE 2011: What nails did you wear at the show?
At the International Salon & Spa Expo (ISSE 2011) in Long Beach, NAILS asked attendees: What nails did you wear at the show? Here's a gallery of their responses.