Trend Watch: Spring 2013 Color Trends
“This season’s color palette emphasizes this need for balance, while at the same time allowing for individuality, self-expression, and excitement," says Leatrice Eiseman of the Pantone Color Institute.
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3 Fun Textures for Spring
Textured nails still reign strong this Spring, and you’ve got lots of options.
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Bluesy Nails
Shape magazine lists its favorite blue polishes of the season.
Top E-Files On the Market
Mastering an e-file is no simple feat, but with so much education coming out now with hands-on video tutorials, nail techs have a better chance than ever to become e-file top guns at their salons. Here are some of the top e-files on the market and the latest videos online to help you stay on top of the game.
Essie's Reptilian Polish Catches Eyes
Elle magazine put Essie's Crocadilly polish from the Repstyle collection on its "It List" for February.
Bandana Manicures
Glamour magazine gave readers a simple step-by-step on how to replicate Zooey Deschanel's "bandana" nails as they appeared on the February 2013 cover.
Jewel Tones for February
With all of the jewel tones and saris floating down the runway this season, offer clients vibrant polish colors like OPI's My Paprika is Hotter than Yours!
Deborah Lippmann's Girls Collection
Now that the hit HBO show Girls is back on the air, Deborah Lippmann's new Girls Collection is getting more press from beauty pubs.
Spring Fashion Nail Art
Lucky Magazine found cool nails looks on Lucky Community, where readers post pictures of themselves in their favorite looks. Contributor Kara Endres created three nail designs in homage to the spring runways.
Orly Makes Headlines
Orly's One Night Stand, a pulse-revving red polish, was selected as the editors' favorite polish for February.
Color Pops for Spring
InStyle magazine suggests a fun and bright color pop for springtime manis or pedis.
Spring 2013 Color Trends from the Pantone Institute
The spring 2013 palette mixes dynamic brights with novel neutrals to create a harmonious balance, according to the Pantone Color Institute.
CND + Alexander Wang Fashion Week Sizzle Reel
Nail product manufacturer CND and designer Alexander Wang discuss the nail looks at the Alexander Wang fall 2013 fashion show.
Nail Trends from the Fall 2013 Fashion Week Runways
See some of the most wearable nail trends from metallics to bold colors.
Gelish Love In Bloom Behind the Scenes
Watch this Behind the Scenes Video for the release of Hand and Nail Harmony's new Spring Gelish Colors and campaign "Love in Bloom." All spring colors are available now. Visit your favorite beauty and nail salon and ask for Gelish by name. Visit www.gelish.com for more information on Spring Colors and other great Gelish Products.
Artistic Nail Design "Behind The Scenes" Spring / Summer Color Collection
A behind the scenes look at Artistic Nail Design's shoot for its Spring/Summer Color Gel-Polish Collection.
The Secret to a Streak-Free Mani