You’ve likely heard of Russian manicures and Japanese gel manicures, but one nail technique that’s flown relatively under the radar—until now—is the Italian manicure. Also known as the slimline manicure, it’s a longtime nail artist secret for creating the illusion of longer nail beds. “People with wider nail beds love this style of manicure because it doesn’t emphasize … Read more
Coachella and Stagecoach may be in the rearview, but the 2026 music festival season is far from over. With Lollapalooza, EDC, Tomorrowland, and Outside Lands still to come, now’s the perfect time to start planning your festival wardrobe—and no look is complete without the right manicure. After all, getting ready is half of the fun. … Read more
As beauty trends continue to shift to healthier, low-maintenance routines, nail care has followed suit. From embracing naked nails and prioritizing nail recovery between manicures to seeking out gentler salon techniques, healthy nails have become just as important as a polished finish. Naturally, manicure enthusiasts are constantly on the lookout for methods that deliver long-lasting … Read more
Summer isn’t over yet—in fact, we have all of August and the majority of September before the official first day of fall. And even though we might be looking ahead to fall fashion trends, that doesn’t mean we’ve strayed from bright, summery nail colors just yet. “Late summer isn’t about a dramatic color shift; it’s … Read more
MiniLuxe is a nail-care brand known for high-quality services, safer products, clean studio practices, and its commitment to empowering nail artists through professional development and economic opportunities. Donna Charloff, MiniLuxe’s Service and In-Studio Product Director, has a window on a world–the nail world. She is able to see what is trending in nail design, nail art, and … Read more
When someone you love ends up in the hospital, most families put their differences aside and focus on helping them recover. But sometimes, deeply held beliefs can clash with medical advice, and an already frightening situation can become more overwhelming for the caregivers. This man is caught in this kind of nightmare after his wife developed a … Read more
Some friendships are so comfortable they run on autopilot. You text without thinking, save each other leftovers, and know exactly what to order at your favorite restaurant. It’s all perfectly normal, until one day someone hits the brakes, and suddenly you’re left wondering if you’ve been reading the situation completely differently. That’s exactly what happened to … Read more
I think that when a person has a conflict with their in-laws, it reveals how much their partner actually cares about them. After all, standing up to their own parents takes a spine, but not everyone has it. Makes me feel bad for their spouses, to be honest. Just look at this woman who was grieving after … Read more
As an avid traveler, I take all my trip planning seriously. I am talking about a level of nerdiness where I make PPTs and have detailed itineraries ready weeks before I travel. Call me crazy, but all my trips so far have turned out to be pretty darn awesome. Unfortunately, this woman’s trip to Korea turned … Read more
There are few moments in life more personal than giving birth. Most parents spend months thinking about the nursery, the baby’s name, and who they want by their side when labor begins. What they don’t usually expect is having to defend those boundaries while in the middle of contractions. Unfortunately, stories about relatives ignoring new parents‘ … Read more