On The Road: Cosi Fan Tutte

The name of this salon comes from Mozart’s opera, meaning “Women are so like that!” And this Laguna Beach, Calif., salon is meant for women who like to be pampered. Owner Jae’tte Burneo offers custom nail art surrounded by shabby chic decor, all overlooking the ocean.

Nailgasm’s Artist You Need to Know: Margaret Thomas

Nailgasm’s Ayla Montgomery kicks off a new series titled, Artist You Need to Know. In the first episode, we meet Margaret Thomas of It’s a Secret salon in Culver City, Calif.

Quality Control

A long, long time ago I took a class with Tom Holcomb. I mean, I didn't really take a class with him. I took a class that he was teaching. During the two-day class he did

Adventures in OPI

The Nail Station in Huntington, Ind., asked clients to create short stories using the names of the salon’s OPI nail polish colors. Here are the first, second, and third-place winning essays.

Nodding and Smiling

Once upon a time I recall driving by one of our local bail bonds businesses rather late at night and noticing that they were open. It struck me what an odd job it must be to

Do You Know Your Investment Time Horizon?

Investing in yourself and your future is made easier when you understand the language. Each week, Anna Manukyan helps us feel more confident in talking money matters, and breaks down key terms, making them easy to understand and act on.

On the Road in Studio City, Calif.

Serena Williams Becomes One of Us!

“No one likes getting their nails done more than I do. As a matter of fact I go every four days to get a manicure and every seven days for a pedicure,” says tennis superstar Serena

A Political Animal in the Salon Jungle

Her career was launched in politics and law, but Joyce Hampers says she never fully appreciated business (despite a stint as Assistant Secretary of Commerce) until she ran her own salon.