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The Next Generation of Polish

The new crop of UV-cured brush-on gel polishes has set the industry abuzz. But what exactly is the technology behind these so-called hybrids, and how can they affect your business?

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Trend Watch: Menswear for Women

Inspired by the polished looks of the opposite sex, women are donning softer versions of men’s staples like fitted blazers, pinstripes, and button-down shirts.

Red on the Runways

Elle’s Best in Show report names red polish as the Most Likely to Succeed on the runways.

Lively Lacquers

Fearless colors are all the rage, Glamour reports. Perky shades of bright yellow, teal, red, and orange are all fun options for getting in on the cheeky trend. Try China Glaze Nail Lacquer in Yellow Polka Dot Bikini, OPI Nail Lacquer in Teal the Cows Come Home, or Essie’s Nail Polish in Vermillionaire.

Tip Top Teal

Allure names deep, creamy teal as the color of the moment.

Stunning Surfaces

Allure’s beauty team takes a look at some of the hottest polishes created with a special feature in mind: texture.

Stylish Siren

Harper’s Bazaar takes a cue from Giorgio Armani’s fall runway collection and recommends fire engine-red polish on short nails.

Polite Purples

Neutral beiges mixed with a hint of purple are the hot new hybrid in InStyle’s Colors of the Moment feature. Try SpaRitual’s nail color in Living in the Moment to get in on the dreamy-hued trend.

Pushing the Boundaries

Extreme nail art is the hot topic for InStyle’s Reader Poll for September.

Megan Fox's Duo-toned Mani

InStyle takes a closer look at Megan Fox’s midnight purple and silver mani on the red carpet.