
Get The Look: NYFW - Christian Cowan Nail Designs
For Christian Cowan’s Spring/Summer 2027 collection, the designer drew inspiration from classic feminine silhouettes, reimagined with a cool edge and unexpected textures.
Improve your nail design skills with this complimentary class.

May 30 is National Nail Tech Day, followed by June 1st, which is National Nail Polish Day. Let the painting begin!
To celebrate both, OPI is offering a complimentary class on Wednesday, June 2nd 3PM - 4PM CT, with their partner CosmoProf to talk through some of the season's trending nail looks.
OPI Wellness Wednesday: Insta Ready Nails is a complimentary class hosted by Samantha Silvius @SamanthaNailedIt. This look-and-learn class will help every beauty pro brush up on their nail art skills.
NAIL TRENDS
Before you can get painting, it helps to know what clients may be requesting. Wondering what is going to be trending this summer? OPI Educator Silvius and OPI Education Manager Sigourney Nunez @NailArtbySig say we'll be seeing plenty of bright summery shades and designs that incorporate simple use of dots, swirls, and negative space.

LEFT: Strawberry Sun Glitter partners Strawberry Margarita with Strawberry Waves Forever.
RIGHT: Swell of Shells is inspired by the beach and coastline using From Dusk ‘Til Dune and Alpine Snow.
"On the pro-side, I see a lot of artists using gel in unique ways to create texture or depth," says Silvius. "Creating shadows and outlines takes a lot of expertise and practice. Layering of colors and patterns is really driving that 'dynamic pairing' trend."
Originally posted on Modern Salon

For Christian Cowan’s Spring/Summer 2027 collection, the designer drew inspiration from classic feminine silhouettes, reimagined with a cool edge and unexpected textures.

MelodySusie is celebrating its 17th anniversary. It is a time to celebrate another year of growth, another year of innovation, and another chapter of the journey we've shared with nail lovers around the world. From first-time nail enthusiasts and bold creators to professionals turning passion into a career, we’re grateful for every person and community who has made nail artistry their own.
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Join us in congratulating this year's list of hardworking, game-changing individuals.

Premiere San Antonio Presented by SalonCentric returns for its fourth edition August 30-31 at the Henry B. González Convention Center, delivering its biggest and boldest event to date.

One-Day Personal and Professional Development Education Event for Beauty Professionals Set for October 25, 2026, at the Hilton Philadelphia City Avenue.

According to the report, people are moving away from copy-paste trends and toward community, using real experiences to develop a sense of taste and beauty that reflects who they are.

A Texas man and woman pleaded guilty on Monday to operating a significant under-the-table cash payroll at their nationwide nail salon business.

The nails-only trade show welcomed 700 beauty professionals for education, shopping, networking and one unforgettable Smokies surprise.

Some OPI nail colors became such classics that fans clamored for their return. And OPI--as always--paid attention to what clients and nail professionals were asking for.

In Dubai, a salon visit isn’t an appointment. It’s a weekly routine, and clients can spend $800 to $1,400 a month on it, according to Gaurav Tripathi of MADI International. On October 6-8, 2026, the market behind those numbers opens its doors as Beautyworld Dubai marks its 30th edition at the Dubai World Trade Centre, bringing together distributors, brands, stylists and salon owners from all over the world.
Sponsored by BeautyWorld Dubai