Bridal Party

According to TheWeddingReport.com, the average American wedding costs between $22,000 and $26,000. Is your salon getting its piece of the wedding cake, er, pie? It takes targeted advertising, smart scheduling and retailing, superior service, and a referral program, and you’ll be on your way to salon-wedded bliss.

Creating Custom Bridal Toes

Have you taken the “Who Are You” quiz at cnd.com yet? While it gives you an idea on a nail coating that suits you, it is also a useful tool to help you start the thought

Lunar New Year Nails: Wealth, Renewal and a Little Extra Luck

The lucky cat in this design signifies fortune and abundance--yes, please!

NAILS Top Viewed Instagram Posts of 2025

What trended on Instagram in 2025 is a peek into what matters to the industry and to nail techs.

Nail Art for the Traditional Bride

White, lace, and French twists are safe bets for the traditional bride. These styles are understated, yet sophisticated enough to go with any floor-length gown in a church, outdoors, or at a family home.

Day 154: Bridal Chevron Nail Art

Shevaun Schmidt, Arts Desire Beauty Bar, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

Day 153: Wedding White Nail Art

Jazmin Savinon, Homestead, Fla.

Showstopping Wintry Nails from the MODERN SALON 100 2025

Check out these beautiful holiday and winter nails, created by the talented nail artists of our MODERN SALON 100 of 2025. Top-tier inspiration!

Day 155: Pearly Bridal Nail Art

Tia Strauss, Puressence Salon and Spa, Drayton Valley, Alberta, Canada