Nail Design
Nail Art for the Vintage-Loving Bride
Brides who are a bit old-fashioned will love replicating classic looks. Take a cue from old pearls, family heirlooms, embroidery, beading, or even a borrowed wedding dress to create nail art that will be treasured for years to come.
Nail Art for the Traditional Bride
White, lace, and French twists are safe bets for the traditional bride. These styles are understated, yet sophisticated enough to go with any floor-length gown in a church, outdoors, or at a family home.
How-To: Iridescent Stiletto Swirl
This tutorial shows you how to encapsulate glitter acrylic to add dimension and shine to get a hot look.
Seashore Ombré Gel II Tutorial
Gel II shows how to create a design fit for the beach with a sponge technique and water marbling technique.
Disney Inspired Nail Art Design Using Gel Polish
After a recent trip to Disneyland, Suzie Moskal was inspired to create a Disney themed nail art design. She uses a brush and dotting tool to paint the design with gel-polish.
Shiny Gradient Rainbow on French Manicure
Nails 21, a company based in Lisbon, Portugal, shows how to create a shiny gradient rainbow French design.
A Fairy Tale Ending for Mani at Midnight Contest
Gelish and Morgan Taylor announce the winners of their Mani at Midnight contest.
by Beth Livesay
Ball & Chain Bling
Ana Karpova and Gaby Victorio of Henderson, Nev., created these three tips as the perfect bridal shower accent.
by Beth Livesay
How-To: Chrome Mirror Nails by Mia Secret
Mia Secret introduces Chrome Mirror Nail Liquid specially formulated with a metallic pigment for a reflective finish. Pair the chrome color with Mia Secret Luxury UV base and top gel-polish for maximum results, otherwise, the shine will only last for two hours. Here’s how you apply it: 1. Prep the nail and dehydrate the surface. 2. Apply a base coat and cure. Wipe off the inhibition layer. 3. Apply Chrome Mirror fast-drying nail liquid until you reach desired opacity. 4. Seal the reflective effect with UV top coat and cure. Wipe off the inhibition layer. For more information, visit www.miasecretnails.com
Lacquer Locker
Dubbed a “nail polish armoire,” Lacquer Locker contains individual vertical drawers with clear plastic retainers that pull out.
by Beth Livesay
Abstract Floral Nail Art Essie Silk Watercolors
Rita Remark introduces the Essie Silk Watercolor collection, a variety of eight buildable sheer colors with one white that you can use as your canvas.
Spider-Man Nail Art Time Lapse
Elena Grama from Kyiv, Ukraine, shows how she handpainted Spider-Man nails.
Unicorn in Space: Galaxy Nail Art
Jessie Mills from Auckland, New Zealand, created this magical galactic design.
3 Easy Summer Nail Art Projects for Students
Use these three simple step-by-steps to help your students practice basic nail art techniques.
by Tracy Rubert
Trend Watch: 1970s
Get nostalgic for retro prints as the ‘70s are officially back in style.
by Beth Livesay
Embedded Acrylic for the Flower Girl
Jen Fetty of Middleton, Idaho, shares how to embed dried flowers for a nail look that’s meant to be worn outdoors.
On the Road: Astrowifey
Ashley Crowe, more commonly known as nail artist extraordinaire Astrowifey, dreams up funky, contemporary designs and executes them in her Chicago-based home studio.
by Beth Livesay