Color Captivated

Ever notice how certain colors can brighten up skin tones and complement them perfectly, while others ones just fall flat? There is a long history of color theory and cosmetics, and once you learn a little about how colors work, you can make chic polish recommendations and get clients color-captivated.

Day 277: Pucci Print Stiletto Nails

Nicolett Stájer Vétek, Crystal Nails (Budapest, Hungary)

Jewel of the Nail

Challenge your creativity – and your client’s image – by adding nail charms to your repertoire.

Day 294: Back to the Future Nail Art

Carly Dyck, Terrace, British Columbia, Canada

Willy Wonka Nail Art

I want candy

NTNA S. 7 Pre-Challenge 1: Joy of Creativity Nail Art (Christy)

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 Christy Homolya’s entry.

Trend Watch: Logomania

Give favorite brands a shout-out.

Crackle Glaze Metals

China Glaze’s new Crackle Glaze Metals collection pairs the edgy innovation of crackle with the elegant beauty of metals.

Mean Girls Manis

So fetch!