(Color) Block Party
Hand & Nail Harmony decked out guests at retailer Alice and Olivia’s color denim preview party with Gelish Color Block Manicures.
Beyoncé Cosmetology Center Opens at Phoenix House
The Beyoncé Cosmetology Center, founded by pop superstar Beyoncé and her mother and business partner, Tina Knowles, is an exciting addition to nonprofit drug rehabiliation facility Phoenix House's Career Academy. It is a fitting way for Beyoncé and her mother to give back together, as Tina Knowles worked as a hairstylist for many years, and a young Beyoncé would even "perform" for customers in the salon. In this video, Tina Knowles speaks about the project.
Popping Summer Colors by Essie
Essie paired six popping shades with matching flip-flops by Tkees, according to InStyle magazine.
Noel Asmar Uniforms Revamps Website
This website worth watching lets you zoom in to get a better look at the uniform details before purchasing it.
by Sree Roy
Win a Bottle of Pre-Released Zoya Polish
Be one of the first 500 Allure readers to win a free pre-released bottle of Zoya Polish.
Is Nail Art an Art Form or a Craft?
The latest episode of PBS Arts weekly web series, Idea Channel, takes a look at something close to our hearts, nail art. According to host Mike Rugnetta, nail art can actually be viewed as an argument in the continuing battle between art and craft.
Essie's Ombre Manicures for New York Fashion Week's Pamela Love Show
The inspiration was "factory girl" for this ombre manicure that uses Essie polish in Little Brown Dress and As Gold As It Gets. Manicures done by lead manicurist Elle Gerstein and assistant Paula Knight-Osborne.
Adele's Hot Mani
Music star Adele was spotted donning a sleek new manicure consiting of silver-on-top, red-beneath nails.
Fall 2012 Color Trends from the Pantone Institute
From love potions and the magical hour of sunset to witches and warlocks, fantasy and illusion are inspiring designers this fall.
Pedicure Perfection
Shape magazine shares five tips to keep in mind while giving your client the best summer pedicure.
Three Easy DIY Nail Ideas
Cosmopolitan's July 2012 issue shares three easy nail ideas to jazz up your client's fingertips for summer.
Bold Eyes & Nails
Pairing bold eyeliner with juicy nails is a summer look your clients will want to know about, according to Redbook magazine.
Fresh Color Picks
Allure magazine recommends four shades that go well with any summer sandal.
Essie Opens Flagship Salon In New York
Essie opened its first flagship salon this month, inside of Samuel Shriqui Salon in New York (35 E 65th St.). This video shows NBC's Jane Hansen visiting the salon.
Become a Kupa Cover Artist
A bimonthly e-newsletter, Nail Monthly for Beautiful Nails by Kupa Inc. features gorgeous shots that offer QR codes to download videos on how the cover was done, along with a full-page profile on the cover artist and details on the products used.
Hot Mani/Pedi Combos
Redbook Magazine told readers to go a little crazy with their mani-pedi combos this summer. Find a list of the magazine's top seven combinations and recommend them to your clients.
Trend Watch: Kaleidoscopic
Symmetrical and colorful, these prints are similar to what you viewed looking through a kaleidoscope as a kid.
by Sree Roy