NYFW A/W 2016: Libertine-Inspired Wearable Nail Art by CND

This nail art tutorial by CND demonstrates how to turn a runway design into realway fashion. Inspired by the looks seen at Libertine Autumn/Winter 2016 show, this video demonstrates how to translate couture nails into a wearable manicure. For more information, visit here.

Retail Boutique: All Things Romance

Love is in the air this month, and clients will be looking for the perfect gift for that special someone. From traditional Valentine’s Day gifts like necklaces and rings, to unique products that can’t be found at traditional retailers, they can treat their significant others (or themselves!) to something sweet.

Party All the Time

Venice Beach, the bohemian artists’ neighborhood in Los Angeles that is home to skate rats, bodybuilders, and artsy types alike, has a new place to party — and beautify. Opened last year by a former party producer, Nitespa is a new full-service spa for night owls.

I Love the Nightlife

Five o’clock isn’t necessarily quitting time for all techs, stylists, and massage therapists. Salons and spas across the country have started tapping into new markets by staying open late — and not just 7 p.m. late, but 9, 10, or even 12 a.m. late.

The Lady’s Got a Fetish

Old-fashioned virtues---patience, perseverance, and hardwork---pay off for Lynne Pereux, proprietor of The Nail Fetish salon.

The Art of Entertaining

Spa parties can be a huge money-maker for your salon. NAILS takes the guesswork out of hosting the perfect soiree, providing you with suggested food, decor, services, and more for five fabulous themed parties.

Next Top Nail Artist Goes to NYFW

You know nail tech Lauren Wireman of Wildflowers Nails in Cape Coral, Fla., as the first runner-up in the inaugural NAILS Next Top Nail Artist competition. One of her wins was the CND challenge that included a chance to work with the brand at Fashion Week. Wireman shares her story from the Design Lab in New York City of what it was like to be a part of the CND A-Team for a few days.

My Other Life: Anna Mayrhofer, burlesque performer

Burlesque is a performance. It’s empowerment, it’s self-awareness, it’s comfort in sexuality. It’s the art of classic striptease — with emphasis on the tease.  So says burlesque performer Ruby Kitten, also known as Anna Mayrhofer, owner of Exalted Nail and Body in Errington on Vancouver Island in British Columbia, Canada.

Runway-Ready Split-Style Manis by CND

Sophisticated yet playful, these split-style manis by CND are taking over the runways with good reason. CND advocates mixing up your mani, not your tools!

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