Seasonal Switch

Self explains how to transition summer shades to fall favorites with jet black polish. Use the black as a base coat or on top for an autumnal hue that’s still true to the original color. Try adding a black base coat to Zoya’s Dana or Essie’s St. Lucia Lilac for a dramatic deep plum and pretty purple-gray.

Top Manicurists Reveal their Behind-the-Scenes Secrets

Allure catches up with some of the best manicurists around to share pro tips on making beautiful manicures last longer, getting the most out of a salon visit, and working with press-on polish.

Take a Tip From ... Jessica Cosmetics' Jessica Vartoughian

Jessica Vartoughian has a few tricks up her sleeve thanks to the last three decades of taking care of Hollywood’s elite fingers and toes.

Blue, Green, and In Between

Glamour Magazine's March 2012 issue reports all shades of green — including aqua and blue — to be the hot hue for spring.

Join Alice in Wonderland with "Fairy-tale Fingers"

Self's March issue highlights OPI's new Alice in Wonderland-themed nail colors, out in time for Tim Burton's movie.

It Takes Two to Be Fashionable

Eye-catching ensembles are about color pairings, including your nails.

Buy Gella in Support of Vicki Peters

Buy a bottle of Vicki Gella and support the Peters family.

Navy Nails

Yes, you can finally retire those greige shades because fall's go-to dark polish is Indigo!

3-D Halloween Nail Art by INM

Learn how to use INM's liquid and powder products for a 3-D Halloween nail design.