trend watch: Spring 2011 Color Trends

Three nail artists create nail art inspired by the Pantone Color Institute's predicted Spring 2011 color palette.

How did you choose your salon's color palette?

Your color scheme says a lot to clients about your salon. Is it upscale? Low-key? Bohemian? Five salon owners share their true colors and the stories behind their design choice.

Northern Composure

From banking to beauty New England native turns nails salon into a sweet success story with a little help from her family

Design #19: Neon Impressions

Before using reverse application, sculpt a thin transparent free edge with Speed Clear flush to the natural nail. Build the body of the nail with Cover Peach.

Day 202: Green Brushstrokes Nail Art

Jarrel Baccus, Pinky Promise Nail Studio, Florence, S.C.

Chill Out: Cooling Pedicures

Summer is prime time for nail care as more people wear open-toed shoes and take off their gloves. Sometimes a service in 100-degree temps is more about escaping the heat than it is about getting glammed up. Consider offering your clients cool-down services this season that combine relaxation and nail sophistication.

Paintbox Partners With Donna Karan

Manhattan nail design studio Paintbox recently partnered with Donna Karan to promote the launch of her new fragrances Cashmere Mist Black and White

Painting Outside the Box

Former beauty editor Eleanor Langston (Cosmopolitan, Fitness) founded Paintbox, a new concept nail studio.

Hawaii Collection

OPI launches a bright new collection of shades perfect for summer.