Nail Art

Deborah Lippmann debuts ice cream-inspired nail polish line

Brittney Willis — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 07:00:00 -0700

Trying to find a new way to sweeten up your mani and pedi? Look no further — we’ve got a treat your nails won’t be able to get enough of.

Bridal beauty: Nail art for your ring finger

Kara Endres — Mon, 01 Apr 2013 05:00:00 -0700

This is a fun nail art that shows just how happy you are to be engaged to be married — putting another 'ring' on your ring-finger nail!

Wedding day nail design tutorial: Pearl French tip

Kara Endres — Mon, 01 Apr 2013 05:00:00 -0700

One of the most classic and elegant manicures brides love getting is the French manicure. We created a playful twist on the timeless mani by incorporating another classic element: pearls. By dotting a strand of pearly dots along the tip of your nail, it creates the illusion of a French manicure while being modern and unique.

Wedding day nail design tutorial: Something blue

Kara Endres — Mon, 01 Apr 2013 05:00:00 -0700

In a tradition dating back to the Victorian era, brides abide by the rule of including "something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue" in their wedding. A great spin on this old tradition is incorporating it in a non-traditional way — such as a nail design.

The secret to using tape in nail art

Aly Walansky — Thu, 28 Mar 2013 05:00:00 -0700

Watch the runways and red carpets of 2013, and you'll see nail art everywhere. Getting salon manicures can get expensive, but recreating the look at home is easier than you may think. We consulted the experts and got some great tips!

A pretty in red and pink nail design tutorial

Kara Endres — Tue, 05 Feb 2013 11:00:00 -0800

Inspired by the draped red and pink top with black shorts look from Christian Dior's spring 2013 line, these nails are a fashion-forward way to celebrate Valentine's Day.

Nail tools and products to buy now

Julie Ruditzky Loffredi — Thu, 31 Jan 2013 05:27:00 -0800

Want your nails in tip-top shape? Check out the latest tools to help turn those worn-down hands into works of art.

Zooey Deschanel nails it at the Golden Globes

Sara McGinnis — Mon, 14 Jan 2013 12:19:00 -0800

Zooey Deschanel was radiant on the Golden Globes red carpet, from the top of her head right on down to her fingertips! Check out the New Girl star's cinema-themed nail art.

A 'Borrowed and Blue' Christmas tree nail design

Maria Waer — Wed, 05 Dec 2012 07:00:00 -0800

With all the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, it is easy to forget about yourself. Set time aside at the end of your busy day to give yourself a Christmas manicure. Taking the time to pamper yourself is good for your soul and will relax your stress. This cute Christmas theme will definitely put you and everyone around you in the mood to celebrate the season!

Best gifts for the nail-art obsessed

Elizabeth Mitchell — Sat, 01 Dec 2012 01:07:00 -0800

Long gone are the days of French manis! Now it’s all about the glitter, bling and chic appliques that make your fingers look like true works of art. So for the nail art obsessed chick on your Christmas list this year, remember: You can’t go wrong with any of these glitzy gifts.

DIY sunset nail design for fall

Morgan Smith — Mon, 26 Nov 2012 11:00:00 -0800

The colors of fall always remind me of the beautiful sunsets that complement the colors of the falling leaves. So, here's how you can turn fall scenery into nail art. Follow these five quick steps to take your normal polish to the next level.

How to sparkle up your nails for the holidays

Kara Endres — Thu, 01 Nov 2012 01:58:00 -0700

The holidays are all about spending time with loved ones and adding some sparkle into your life. It's a magical season, so your nails deserve to reflect that! We're injecting a bit of fun into a classic manicure color.

San Francisco Giants-inspired nail design

Kara Endres — Tue, 30 Oct 2012 06:30:00 -0700

In honor of the San Francisco Giants winning the 2012 World Series, here is a fun nail design to celebrate with the winning team! These nails are inspired by the team's official uniform — complete with pinstripes and the black and orange stripes from the socks. How fitting that their colors also coordinate nicely with Halloween.

Creepy Halloween nail designs

Anna Norman — Thu, 25 Oct 2012 14:51:00 -0700

Whether you’re a manicure minimalist or a nail art aficionado, you have to admit: There’s no better time than Halloween to be a little daring.

DIY collar nails tutorial

Kara Endres — Sun, 07 Oct 2012 02:56:00 -0700

Collars are all the rage right now: whether they be a peter pan collar on your shirt, a standalone collar that you can layer or a necklace in the shape of a collar. There are so many ways to get in on this trend that you've undoubtedly spotted on everyone from your friends at school to your favorite Hollywood starlet. One way to translate the collar trend onto nails is by spicing up an old favorite: painting the moon of your nails. But this way, instead of a painting a half-circle moon, you're going to make it a collar for the top of your nail.

Nail art trends we can't wait to try

Jessica Padykula — Mon, 17 Sep 2012 05:00:00 -0700

If you’re craving a change where your nails are concerned, nail art is a great way to spice things up. From glitter and embellishments to gradient color and funky shapes, there are a myriad of ways to take your mani to the next level. We have the scoop on what you should try this fall.

Fashion Week: Rebecca Minkoff-inspired floral nails

Kara Endres — Tue, 11 Sep 2012 08:20:00 -0700

One of the timeless components of spring fashion has always been the use of florals in everything from clothing to accessories — and now nail art.

Trend spotlight: Going nuts for nail art

Jessica Padykula — Tue, 11 Sep 2012 05:00:00 -0700

Here at SheKnows, we’re obsessed with nail art. It’s a great way to go beyond your basic mani and have some serious fun with your nails. We reached out to four fabulous nail art bloggers for some of their best looks, along with some tips and tricks to recreate their designs at home.

How to create an ombre gel manicure at home

Catherine Conelly — Mon, 03 Sep 2012 09:00:00 -0700

We recently sat down with the blonde bombshell who is responsible for Nail Files on TV Guide Network. One of the hot trends she told us about was the ombre manicure. We, of course, couldn't resist, so here's her take on going ombre with gel polish at home.

Nail designs: How to sport neon nail tips

Catherine Conelly — Mon, 27 Aug 2012 08:00:00 -0700

Katie Cazorla from TV Guide's Nail Files invited us to her totally girly nail salon to test out some of the season's hottest nail designs. If you love the neon trend but don't want to take the risk, Katie demonstrated a neon manicure that is much more subtle. It packs a punch without going sour.

Beauty Beat: Nail Files' Katie Cazorla talks tips, trends and season 2

Whitney English — Mon, 20 Aug 2012 07:00:00 -0700

TV Guide’s nail guru, Katie Cazorla, invites SheKnows to her salon in Los Angeles to learn the tricks of the trade.