2018 Nail Trend Forecast
The 2018 forecast calls for high-contrast elements, with a chance of bold political statements and elevated excellence.
by Sarah Waite
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The 2018 forecast calls for high-contrast elements, with a chance of bold political statements and elevated excellence.
For the eighth NTNA S.7 challenge sponsored by Swarovski, contestants were asked to create nail art inspired by a Spring/Summer 2021 trend. This is Allison Goertzen's entry. See all five entries here.
Luxe Nails’ intricate nail art designs have drawn in clients from all over Philadelphia — and even a few celebrities. Now owner Lisa Nguyen is opening a second location to keep up with demand.
For NTNA S. 7 Pre-Challenge 1, sponsored by Swarovski, contestants were asked to choose an emotion and bring it to life on five nail tips. The completed design should have some 3-D element on it. Here is Jessica Warzyniak’s entry.
Our neighbors to the north favor conservative looks that highlight the health and beauty of natural nails, though hotspots of nail art also coexist.
At first glance, $150+ for an hour-long pedicure sounds kind of steep — but not when it includes up to 500 shimmering Swarovski crystals, like the Bling It On Pedicure offered at Spa Gregorie’s Del Mar, Calif., location.
If we could carry the world in our purses, we would. But since we can’t, here’s an assortment of bag-friendly products — from mini mints to compact mirrors — that clients won’t be able to resist.
See how NTNA Season 6 champ, Ashton Harlan, painted these intricate nails.
We asked six nail techs to show us how to create glitzy, eye-catching nail designs to impress at every holiday party.
OPI joined with singer Gwen Stefani to create seven new limited-edition nail lacquers for 2014, featuring standout color in breakthrough finishes.