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Spring 2010 Nail Trends from Fashion Week

Matte finishes, moon manicures, metallics, and nudes made up an exciting nail scene at New York Fashion Week, which took place September 10-17. This gallery is an expanded version of the article in the February 2010 issue of NAILS Magazine.

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How to Remove a Stain (Polish Preview: Fall 2009)

A modern spin on the classic 1950s “how to be a better housewife” tips, we’ve got you covered in common stain removal. And to put the final twist on it, we present you with a myriad of coffee, red wine, and lipstick stains all made out of this fall’s new polish collections.

Fall 2009 Trends From the Fashion Week Runways

From Feb. 13-20, New York Fashion Week showcased upcoming Fall trends. Here’s a closer look at some of the runway nails. This gallery is an expanded version of the article in the May 2009 issue of NAILS Magazine.

Take a Tip from ... Dashing Diva’s Pattie Yankee

Dashing Diva director of education, Pattie Yankee, gives some sound advice on preserving your nail art products as you beautify from one customer to the next.

Brush-On Gels Were All the Buzz at Cosmoprof

Gels continued their recent boom at Cosmoprof North America. There were more soak-off gels, more colored gels, and at least 10 companies showcasing the hottest trend right now — brush-on gel polish lines.

Behind the Scenes: A Long Overdue Appointment

Five years ago, Patricia Yankee was named NAILS' Nail Tech of the Year in 2005. Part of her prize included a trip to California to do the cover nails for NAILS Magazine. We never seemed to be able to settle on a date that worked for both of us. And all of a sudden, it was five years later and we were still trying to figure out a good time for her to come out. Thankfully, it all came together this past June.

Runway Ready

During New York Fall Fashion Week, the Dashing Diva team custom-made a mushroom gray polish for designer TIBI. TIBI loved the color so much that they wanted to retail it at their Manhattan boutique — the new shade is branded TIBI Couture and is also available at www.dashingdivapro.com.

Dashing Diva's French Twist

Sure, a classy pink-and-white French is always in season, but why not switch it up this fall with a dose of trendy color? Dashing Diva Professional offers an easy alternative French look that combines the company’s French Wrap Plus with its polish colors.

On My Mind: I'm So Excited

I always love getting out of the office and seeing what’s going on firsthand. And after the year we had last year, it’s refreshing to see the shape of things turning around.

French Wrap Manicure

Dashing Diva’s French Wrap Manicure gives you a quick, easy, and perfect French that really lasts.