Nail Design
Down the Rabbit Hole
Whether your clients choose spring-themed, animals, or pastels, these Easter nail designs are sure to hatch an idea for what to create.
Abalone Shell Acrylic Nail
Make Abalone-inspired nails without using any shells. Denise Heavner of Jefferson, Ohio, shows you how it's done.
Celtic Love Knot
Jane Weiner Moate demonstrates how to do Celtic Love Knot nail art.
by Tracy Rubert
Orange Splash
Lenzi Brock demonstrates how to do Orange Splash nail art.
by Tracy Rubert
Paint Drip Nail Art
Alexandra Mansoor demonstrates how to create the trendy drip design. See more of her videos at http://www.youtube.com/user/AlgaeVeronicaNails.
Contrasting Mani
Glamour's February Issue discusses a fresh take on old colors: two-tone nails with a deep marine blue and a soft green. To do your own, paint first a layer with a blue like Zoya Nail Polish in Edie. Let dry and then accent with a green like Alexa on the moon only. TIP: To make a perfect moon, use a eyeliner brush.
Earth Day Nail Art
Green With Style: Here are some nail art designs that will inspire you to go green.
Spring 2014 Polish Preview: A "Pop" of Color
This spring’s mouth-watering shades take us back in time to the soda shoppe, with its dazzling array of colors on every shelf. From cool pastels to juicy citrus shades, we found the sweetest hues in every bottle.
by Tracy Rubert
Touch of Elegance
Danalynn Stockwood demonstrates how to do Touch of Elegance nail art.
by Tracy Rubert
Hot Tips
In the Jan/Feb 2014 issue of Shape Magazine, four great DIY manis are highlighted for a great look in the office or out on the town.
2014 Mural Contest: A Blast From the Past
Demonstrating extraordinary talent, a steady hand, and a keen eye for detail, nail artist Elsbeth Schuetz won this year’s contest with her Roaring Twenties-themed mural. Congratulations also go to second-place winner Aria Justice of Enid, Okla., and third-place winner Amanda Lenher, of Collierville, Tenn. Our sincere thanks to all who entered.
Flat Nail Art Designs by OPI
Here are some flat nail art design tutorials created by OPI's nail artists.
The New Pointy Look
The February Issue of Lucky Magazine reveals a much talked-about trend. The manicure of the moment is long, sculpted, and definitely pointy. You've probably seen Adele's sharp almond-shaped nails at the Golden Globes, or perhaps Katy Perry's long stiletto nails at the Met Ball. More and more women are going for this sophisticated look, eventually becoming accustomed to the length to do every day things.
New Neutrals
February's Cosmopolitan gives advice for five professional and trendy nail colors to keep you stylish while you're trying to land the job of your dreams. Colors include: Nudist by Sonia Kashuk, Fade to Greige by Ciate, Purity by Zoya, Eclipse by Topshop, and After School Boy Blazer by Essie.
Troubleshooter: Negative Space Nail Art
In this video from the NAILS Troubleshooter series, Light Elegance educator Loni Preato shows how to create negative space nail art with gel-polish and gel paints.
An iPhone App for Manicure Lovers
For your clients who are nail nuts, Mani Diaries is a free iPhone application that allows them to track, manage, and share pictures and details about their manicures and pedicures.
Fine Jewelry for the Fingers
The Bohem concept was dreamed up by jewelers Joe Vella, Raj Lawla, and Kam Lawla who collectively have spent over 40 years developing the highly specialized skills needed for intricate jewelry production. Their concept is simple: high-quality jewelry for the nails made from precious metals.