What Is…Biker Chic?
Characterized by bold leather and metallic studs and zippers, a glammed-up version of the biker look is gaining horsepower in fashion circles.
Magnificent Marbleizing
Step-by-step by Gina Silvestro, Micheal K Galvin & Gel Essentialz Salon, Cranston, R.I.
Nail Artists: Send Us Your Murals
Once again we’re asking all you talented techs to submit your finest work to NAILS’ Nail Mural Contest.
Pretty Shiny Things Nail Art Collection
Art Club introduces Pretty Shiny Things, a high-glamour Nail Art Collection that combines rich metallics with sumptuous details.
Spellbound Polish Collection
What better way to spook up your phalanges than with China Glaze’s Spellbound, a limited-edition collection of Halloween-perfect polishes.
Tattoo Ta-Boo! Mini Polish Pack
Halloween goes out of the box with OPI’s Tattoo Ta-Boo! mini pack — a box filled with tricks and treats to add edge and excitement to clients’ Halloween style.
“By Jessica” Novelty Polish Lines
From the makers of Jessica Cosmetics comes the new “By Jessica” novelty line of adorable polishes and displays.
It’s So L.A. Acrylic Glitter and Charm Powders
StyleEnvy’s It’s So L.A. Acrylic Glitter and Charm Powders can be used with tips as sculpting powder for quick and easy nail art.
What Is…Ikat?
Thought to have originated in Asia, ikat is a fabric dyeing process similar to tie-dye; the designs frequently feature circles or stripes.
Halloween Haunts
Nails by Joanne Truitt, Boca Nail Depot, Boca Raton, Fla.
Fall Frenzy
Nails by Ellen Nycz, Plainsboro, N.J.
Perfect Pattern
Nails by Jennifer Mather, Polished Nail Design Group Inc., Burlington, Ontario, Canada
Over the Moon
Nails by Theresa “Mo” Lawrence, The Ultimate Spa Salon, Monona, Wis.
Scary Skull
Nails by Brenda Baker, Miss LaVons Beauty College, Oklahoma City, Okla.
Funky Flowers
Nails by Sammijo Hutsell-Hall, Advanced Image Hair Design, Lemoore, Calif.
Make Your Own Nail Art Decals
Use a computer-compatible label printer to design make-your-own nail art decals.
Uh-Oh Spaghetti-Stones
Star Nail’s global education director Elaine Watson offers this innovative technique for rhinestone placement.